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    First 4G service launched in Seychelles

    Airtel has launched Africa's first 4G service on a network based on FD-LTE in the Seychelles, making it amongst the first countries in sub-Saharan Africa to commercially deploy this technology. This is Airtel's first commercial LTE network in Africa.
    First 4G service launched in Seychelles
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    The infrastructure is a new, nationwide LTE (Long Term Evolution) 800 MHz network. The network is expected to cover 10,000 LTE subscribers in the first phase and will greatly enhance connectivity giving Airtel's customers an improved smartphone experience with faster web browsing, downloads and improved quality of service.

    Danny Fure, Vice President, Government of Seychelles stated, "The deployment of the next generation mobile network across the Seychelles will enable an enhanced mobile experience and reliable services; and will facilitate new and exciting opportunities for businesses, the society and the people in the country."

    Airtel Seychelles Managing Director, Amadou Mahamat Dina, said" Besides offering rich content, Airtel's 4G will allow superfast access to High Definition (HD) video streaming, multiple chatting, instant uploading of photos and much more."

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