Tunis Telecom Launches 5G Network for Clients within Tunisia
Tunisie Telecom Launches 5G Network in Tunisia with Ericsson's Technology
Tunisie Telecom, the leading telecom operator in Tunisia, has taken a significant step forward in its telecom evolution by launching a 5G network in the country. The network, which utilises Ericsson's technology, marks a significant advancement in Tunisia's telecom infrastructure.
The rollout of the 5G network leverages Ericsson's 5G solutions, particularly the deployment of Time Division Duplexing (TDD) sites. TDD sites are known for their ability to offer flexible uplink and downlink bandwidth allocation, resulting in more efficient spectrum utilisation. This feature is widely used in 5G deployments, making it a popular choice for new deployments.
The 5G network launched by Tunisie Telecom is based on 5G networks utilising TDD spectrum. This technology offers several benefits, including better spectrum efficiency, which is crucial for efficient 5G data transmission. The network is expected to cover major urban areas initially, with plans to expand to rural areas in due course.
The deployment phases are likely to start with Non-Standalone 5G, moving to Standalone 5G as the network matures. The network is expected to offer enhanced Mobile Broadband (eMBB) services, as well as Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) services for residential customers.
In a statement, Oussama Samet, central director of Networks at Tunisie Telecom, confirmed that they have successfully launched 5G in Tunisia and North Africa within the set timeframe with the help of Ericsson. Tahar Labidi, senior account manager at Ericsson, stated that they worked closely with Tunisie Telecom to ensure a successful 5G launch despite a tight schedule and complex network architecture.
The 5G launch by Tunisie Telecom is a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing the digital infrastructure of Tunisia. The first time the 3.5 GHz frequency band is used in Tunisia, this deployment expands spectrum availability and enhances connectivity. Ericsson has reported that high-speed 5G TDD sites have achieved download speeds of 2.1 Gbit/s.
The 5G launch by Tunisie Telecom is expected to improve the quality of mobile broadband and fixed wireless access services for residential customers in Tunisia. It is also anticipated to boost the economic growth and digital transformation of the country. The rollout meets the deadlines set by the Tunisian Ministry of ICT.
Samet also mentioned that Tunisie Telecom counts on Ericsson for the next stages of deployment, use case development, and monetization. This strategic partnership between Ericsson and Tunisie Telecom is a significant step forward in the adoption of advanced telecommunications technology in Tunisia.
For the most authoritative and up-to-date details, official Tunisie Telecom or Ericsson press releases should be consulted. The source of the information in this article is IT Web Africa.
Tunisie Telecom's 5G network, launched in partnership with Ericsson, utilizes TDD sites, offering benefits such as better spectrum efficiency for efficient 5G data transmission.
The strategic partnership between Tunisie Telecom and Ericsson is expected to boost economic growth and digital transformation in Tunisia by improving the quality of mobile broadband and fixed wireless access services, using Ericsson's 5G solutions.
