Equatorial Guinea
Mobile networks and carriers in Equatorial Guinea use 2 GSM bands. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work in Equatorial Guinea. See the tables below for details.
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Check device compatibilityEquatorial Guinea's mobile network has experienced significant growth and development over the years. The country's first mobile network was introduced in the late 1990s, with the number of mobile subscribers increasing steadily since then. By 2008, there were approximately 346,000 mobile cellular lines in use, which rose to 501,000 by 2012. This growth has been driven by the increasing availability of mobile services and the expansion of mobile coverage across the country.
The mobile network in Equatorial Guinea is dominated by a few key players, including Getesa, Muni, and Gecomsa. These operators have been instrumental in expanding mobile coverage and improving service quality. The mobile services market in Equatorial Guinea is characterized by a high penetration rate, with mobile subscriptions reaching about 60% of the population by 2011.
The country's mobile network has also seen advancements in technology, with the introduction of digital fixed-line networks in major urban areas. This has improved the overall quality of mobile services, enabling faster data speeds and better connectivity.
Despite these advancements, Equatorial Guinea still lags behind other countries in terms of mobile penetration and internet access. As of 2022, the country had a total of 893,441 mobile phone connections, which corresponds to an average of 0.53 mobile phones per person. This indicates that while there has been significant growth, there is still room for further expansion and improvement in the mobile network infrastructure.
Carriers
| Name | # of frequency bands in use |
|---|---|
| Muni | 2 |
| Orange | 1 |
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Frequencies in use
GSM
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM |
| 1800 MHz (DCS) | GSM |
