Millicom, this week, announced the launch of its new 4G wireless network in Tanzania, offering subscribers of Tigo its mobile telecommunications service in the East African state high speed internet for the first time.Fourth Generation (4G) Long Term Evolution (LTE) technology is the standard for wireless communication of high-speed data.
“This will make us by far the biggest 4G network in Tanzania and once again demonstrate our company’s commitment to the digital lifestyle transformation as leaders in delivering cutting edge technology and innovation in this market,” said Cecile Tiano Tigo’s General Manager
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The network has been rolled out in the Masaki and Mlimani districts of Tanzania’s capital city Dar Es Salaam, from where it will extend to cover the city. The regional capitals of Arusha, Moshi, Dodoma, Morogoro, Mwanza and Tanga will be wired by August.
Tanzania has one of the highest smartphone penetration in Africa. Millicom will be exploiting this to provide a world-class internet experience for Tigo customers who make online calls and access high definition content.
Already, Tigo plans to invest $120 million on its network expansion and improvement during 2015. This will include scaling up its 3G sites and fibre network countrywide to offer continually improving quality services to more users.
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