---
title: "switch: MCC 649 MNC 02"
mcc: "649"
mnc: "02"
plmn: "64902"
brand: "switch"
operator: "Telecom Namibia"
country: "Namibia"
country_iso: "NA"
region: "Africa"
technologies: ["2G"]
updated: "2025-04-09"
canonical: "https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/649_02"
---

# switch: MCC 649, MNC 02 (Namibia)

**switch** (operator: Telecom Namibia) is a mobile network in [Namibia](https://mcc-mnc.org/countries/namibia.md) (Africa), identified by MCC **649** and MNC **02**: PLMN ID 64902, also written 649-02 or 649 02. It runs 2G.

## Identifiers

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MCC (Mobile Country Code) | 649 |
| MNC (Mobile Network Code) | 02 |
| PLMN ID (MCC+MNC) | 64902 |
| TADIG code | — |
| Brand | switch |
| Operator | Telecom Namibia |
| Country | Namibia (NA) |
| Region | Africa |
| Dialling code | — |
| Technologies | 2G |
| Last updated | 2025-04-09 |

## Technologies & bands

| Generation | Bands | Measured cells |
|---|---|---|
| 2G | [CDMA 800](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/cdma_800.md) | — |

## Voice & calling services

| Service | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| VoLTE | Unknown | — |
| VoWiFi | Unknown | — |
| ViLTE | Unknown | — |
| VoNR | Unknown | — |

A service not marked Supported or Not supported is unknown: no data either way, not a sign that the network lacks it.

## About switch

Telecom Namibia, operating in Namibia, Africa, represents a significant player in the nation's mobile telecommunications landscape. Identified by the Mobile Country Code (MCC) 649, which universally designates Namibia, and the Mobile Network Code (MNC) 02, Telecom Namibia distinguishes itself within the country's network infrastructure. As the national telecommunications operator, Telecom Namibia plays a crucial role in connecting communities and facilitating communication across this vast Southern African nation. Competing with other established networks like MTC Namibia, Telecom Namibia strives to offer comprehensive mobile services, bridging the digital divide and contributing to Namibia's economic growth. While MTC often holds a larger market share, Telecom Namibia often differentiates itself through specific service offerings and a focus on nationwide coverage, especially in more remote areas.

Telecom Namibia's network infrastructure is continuously evolving, reflecting advancements in mobile technology. Leveraging its MCC and MNC identifiers to ensure seamless connectivity, the network offers a range of services from basic voice calls and SMS messaging to more advanced broadband data access through 3G, 4G, and increasingly, 5G technologies in urban centers. This enables Namibians to access the internet, conduct business, and connect with the global community. Telecom Namibia's commitment to expanding its network coverage extends to both densely populated areas and rural regions, aiming to provide reliable communication services to all Namibian citizens, solidifying its position as a key contributor to the country's digital advancement. Public perception typically sees Telecom Namibia as a reliable, if sometimes slower to innovate, alternative to its primary competitor, often praised for its efforts in national infrastructure development.

## APN settings

| Name | APN | Types | Protocol | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| switch | `default` | default, ia, supl | — | AOSP |

Settings come from Android's AOSP and LineageOS APN lists and user corrections.

## Other networks in Namibia

| MCC | MNC | Network | TADIG |
|---|---|---|---|
| 649 | 01 | [MTC](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/649_01.md) | NAM01 |
| 649 | 03 | [TN Mobile](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/649_03.md) | NAM03 |
| 649 | 04 | [Paratus Telecommunications (Pty)](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/649_04.md) | — |
| 649 | 05 | [Demshi Investments CC](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/649_05.md) | — |
| 649 | 06 | [MTN Namibia](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/649_06.md) | — |

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