PLMN ID · 63771
Technology
2G · 3G · 4G on this network
Record
Updated 2025-04-09
- Brand
- Somtel
- Operator
- Somtel
- Country
Somalia(SO)
- Region
- Africa
- Dialling code
- —
- Mobile Country Code
- All 12 networks on MCC 637
- Mobile Network Code
- PLMN ID
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- TADIG code
- —
- Technologies
- 2G · 3G · 4G4 bands on file
- VoLTE (4G calling)
- UnknownTell us
- Wi-Fi calling
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- Video calling
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- VoNR (5G calling)
- UnknownTell us
- Status
- Live
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Cell towers
Last measured 2026-04-08
1
Cells
1
Location areas
1
Measurements
2026
First measured
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About Somtel
Somtel, operating in Somalia, is a prominent mobile network operator (MNO) offering a range of telecommunications services across the country. Identified by its Mobile Country Code (MCC) of 637 and Mobile Network Code (MNC) of 71, Somtel plays a significant role in connecting individuals and businesses within Somalia and beyond. Competing in a dynamic market alongside other providers, such as Hormuud Telecom, Somtel strives to deliver reliable and innovative solutions tailored to the specific needs of the Somali population. Their services encompass voice calls, SMS messaging, and mobile internet access, contributing to the country’s growing digital landscape and facilitating communication within this key East African nation. Leveraging advancements in telecommunications technology, Somtel has expanded its network coverage to reach both urban and rural areas of Somalia. As with many mobile networks operating in developing nations, Somtel has heavily invested in mobile money services, acknowledging their critical role in a society where traditional banking infrastructure may be limited. This focus on mobile financial services bolsters financial inclusion and drives economic activity. Somtel continues to adapt to the evolving demands of its customer base, aiming to provide accessible and affordable communication solutions that empower communities and foster development throughout Somalia. Their continued innovation and expansion is a key factor in driving Somali’s connectivity to the wider African continent and the world.
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