Namibia
Mobile networks and carriers in Namibia use 2 GSM bands, 1 UMTS band, and 1 LTE band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work in Namibia. See the tables below for details.
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Check device compatibilityNamibia's mobile network has undergone significant development since its inception. Initially, the country's mobile network infrastructure was limited, with only a few operators providing services. However, over the years, the market has become more competitive with the entry of new operators. By 2021, 3G infrastructure provided 89% population coverage, while LTE infrastructure covered 79% of the population, a substantial increase from the 40% coverage just a year earlier. Despite the progress, the adoption of 5G technology has been slow due to public health concerns and the need for an environmental assessment. The government has encouraged the regulator to speed up the 5G development strategy. The country's flagging economy and the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic have also influenced the development of the mobile network sector, leading to efforts to diversify terrestrial access routes and improve international bandwidth connectivity.
Carriers
| Name | # of frequency bands in use |
|---|---|
| MTC | 4 |
| TN Mobile | 4 |
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Frequencies in use
GSM
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM |
| 1800 MHz (DCS) | GSM |
UMTS
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| B1 (2100 MHz) | UMTS |
LTE
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| B3 (1800 MHz +) | LTE |
