Telecommunications in South Sudan
Telecommunications in South Sudan includes fixed and mobile telephones, the Internet, radio, and television.
Telephone
- Calling code: +211
- International call prefix: 00
- Main lines:
- Mobile cellular:
- Domestic:
- Communications cables:
- Satellite earth stations:
Providers
Operator/service provider Date of licence Technology Network Capacity Country wide Coverage Subscribers Zain South Sudan 1 October 2011 unknown unknown unknown unknown MTN South Sudan 1 October 2011 unknown unknown unknown unknown Gamtel South Sudan 1 October 2011 unknown unknown unknown unknown Vivacell 1 October 2011 unknown unknown unknown unknown
Internet
Radio and Television
- Radio: Radio is the main source of news and information in South Sudan. Since the Comprehensive Peace Agreement of 2005, over 30 FM radio stations have been set up across the country with the encouragement of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) run government. Radio networks and stations are run and funded by Government, Churches, community organizations, international NGOs and private businesses.[1]
- Radio sets:
- TV: The government-run South Sudan Television Station (SSTV) is based in Juba. It is the only functioning television station in the country. The SSTV broadcasts six hours a day in English and Arabic and can also be viewed on Satellite. The station runs a few small local TV stations in Aweil, Wau, Malakal and Rumbek. South Africa provides training for SSTV staff.[1]
- TV sets:
See also
- Media of South Sudan, includes information on radio, television, and newspapers.
References
- 1 2 "South Sudan: Media and Telecoms Landscape Guide" (PDF). INFOASAID.
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