Does the DRC have a 5G network?

The DRC has not yet reached 5G and is still developing its 3G/4G network. The low penetration rate leaves plenty of potential for development of higher-speed networks and linking the DRC to submarine cables linked to Europe.

Is Vodacom conducting 5G tests in DRC?

(Ecofin Agency) - Khalil Al Americani, CEO of Vodacom DRC, announced the company is currently conducting 5G tests in the country. In a recent interview with ITWeb Africa, the manager said the trial is being carried out under the supervision of the DRC telecom regulatory authority, ARPTC.

What is the telecommunications industry like in the DRC?

The telecommunications industry has not yet reached all potential consumers and has room to grow. Mobile telephones have a 44 percent penetration rate; internet penetration is approximately 3 percent of the total population. The DRC has not yet reached 5G and is still developing its 3G/4G network.

Why should you choose Vodacom Congo?

Thanks to its policy of corporate social responsibility, Vodacom Congo gives its subscribers access to solutions that contribute to the social and financial inclusion of the Congolese people. For more than 21 years, Vodacom Congo has been a privileged and constant partner in the economic and social development of the DRC.

How can the DRC bridge the digital divide?

Deploying and operating networks, particularly in deep rural areas, continues to be a significant challenge in the DRC. To bridge the digital divide and expand network coverage in underserved communities, the companies have pledged to jointly construct up to 2,000 new solar-powered base stations over six years, using 2G and 4G technologies.

Who owns Vodacom Congo?

Vodacom is majority-owned by Vodafone (65.1% holding), one of the world’s largest communications companies by revenue. For almost 22 years, Vodacom Congo has put its technology at the service of the socio-economic development of the DRC, providing a wide range of innovative technological products and services.