South Africa
South AfricaZA
PLMN ID · 65541
Technology
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Record
Updated 2025-04-09
- Brand
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- Operator
- South African Police Service
- Country
- South Africa(ZA)
- Region
- Africa
- Dialling code
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- Mobile Country Code
- All 36 networks on MCC 655
- Mobile Network Code
- PLMN ID
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- TADIG code
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- Technologies
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- VoLTE (4G calling)
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- Wi-Fi calling
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- Video calling
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- VoNR (5G calling)
- UnknownTell us
- Status
- Live
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About South African Police Service
The South African Police Service mobile network, operating within South Africa, utilizes the Mobile Country Code (MCC) 655 and Mobile Network Code (MNC) 41. As a dedicated network, its infrastructure supports critical communications for law enforcement across the country. Unlike commercial mobile operators such as Vodacom, MTN, or Cell C, the SAPS network is primarily designed for secure and reliable communications amongst police personnel, often prioritizing voice and data services vital for coordinating responses to incidents and maintaining public safety. While specific technical details and coverage maps of the SAPS network are not typically publicly accessible due to security considerations, understanding its function within the broader South African telecommunications landscape is essential. South Africa, located at the southern tip of the African continent, relies heavily on mobile communications infrastructure. The SAPS network plays a crucial, specialized role alongside the larger public networks, addressing the unique communication needs of law enforcement and contributing to national security. The network likely employs encryption and redundancy measures surpassing those of typical commercial services to safeguard sensitive information.
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