WiMAX provider Alvarion and Angolan operator Mundo Startel will be expanding the WiMAX facilities available in Angola as a result of the contract they have just signed. The network expansion uses Alvarion’s BreezeMAX solution at the 3.6 GHz frequency band and follows Mundo Startel’s decision to launch its fixed-line ISP operations.
Following previous successful deployments in Luanda, Mundo Startel and Alvarion continue their commitment to provide a cost-effective solution, empowering social care development programme such as e-Health and e-Learning. Mundo will provide Internet access services to both enterprises and residential homes. This nationwide WiMAX network in turn provides access to remote businesses, fueling economic growth for the region.
“Broadband services are highly essential for the development of Angola's growing population which currently stands at over 13 million. This project enhances the everyday life of people, and allows them access to new opportunities,” said Paulo Garcia, Managing Director of Mundo Startel. “We are happy to expand our partnership with Alvarion as we consider Alvarion as a strong partner who is helping us realise our ambition of providing a nationwide footprint for broadband...”
Mundo Startel is partially owned by Telecom Namibia, along with a number of other local partners, who have committed to invest over US$55 million in Angola in order to deploy 100,000 wireless lines providing voice and high speed data services both in Luanda and countrywide. The network encourages economic development, as it aims to expand the service nationwide, thus creating jobs for local residents.
Tzvika Friedman, President and CEO of Alvarion, declared, “Angola’s demand for broadband connectivity coupled with the lack of wired infrastructure, makes...Alvarion...proud to continue supporting Mundo Startel in bringing broadband services to its customers...”
* Mundo Startel is a fully licensed Angolan telecommunications operator that satisfies voice and data connectivity needs for home owners, SMEs, Corporate and Government clients. Startel has invested in NGN technology at its data centre in Luanda with POPs located in and around the city. The complete IP network has been built with carrier grade equipment, offering different service levels (QoS) for data and fixed line voice traffic.
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