Mali
Mobile networks and carriers in Mali use 1 GSM band, 1 UMTS band, and 2 LTE bands. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work in Mali. See the tables below for details.
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Check device compatibilityMali's mobile network has undergone significant development since the liberalization of the telecommunication sector in 2002. Prior to this, the market was dominated by SOTELMA/MALITEL, a state-owned company. The introduction of Orange Mali as the first private operator in 2002 marked a turning point. In 2018, Atel began its operations, further expanding the competitive landscape.
The combined mobile and fixed Internet users in Mali amount to 12.4 million, with a penetration rate of 63.4% as of 2019. Despite the growth, mobile coverage is not uniform, with SOTELMA/MALITEL and Orange Mali accessible throughout the country, while Atel is only available in the capital, Bamako. The government has implemented measures to address the digital divide, including the creation of the Agence de Gestion du Fonds d'Accès Universel (AGEFAU) to promote universal access to telecommunications and new technologies.
The mobile services market in Mali is expected to grow, driven by increasing demand for mobile data and fixed broadband services. The government has also invested in expanding fiber-optic infrastructure to enhance connectivity. Orange Mali and Moov Mali are among the leading companies in the market, with Orange Group aiming to reduce its carbon footprint by 45% by 2030 and achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2040.
Carriers
| Name | # of frequency bands in use |
|---|---|
| Malitel | 2 |
| Orange | 4 |
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Frequencies in use
GSM
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM |
UMTS
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| B1 (2100 MHz) | UMTS |
LTE
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| B3 (1800 MHz +) | LTE |
| B20 (800 MHz DD) | LTE |
