Operator Band Checker for Six African Markets
Select a country and operator to see common LTE bands and TDD/FDD mode, then identify a configurable host starting point. Planning data only; not a substitute for a site survey.
Quick Answer
Start with the country and operator to identify common LTE bands; then check whether TDD or 700 MHz customization is required. Finally, confirm host power and antenna count against outdoor RSRP and the building.
Steps 1–2
Select a country and operator
This tool shows common LTE bands as an indicative starting point. It does not confirm coverage, signal level or type approval at your site. Final configuration requires a site survey.
From bands to an executable configuration
Band matching answers “can it be configured”, not “is there enough signal at the site”.
Confirm band and mode
Separate FDD from TDD and check whether B28 700 MHz or B38 customization is required.
Measure the outdoor donor
Record RSRP, SINR, band and operator at candidate donor positions. Without a usable signal, a booster is not the answer.
Size antennas to area and loss
Use area, floors, walls and target RSRP to calculate host power, antenna count and distribution.
What this tool does not confirm
- Whether outdoor RSRP and SINR at your site are usable
- Operator coverage and load on your specific floors
- Local type approval, band licensing and installation rules
- Final host power, antenna count and isolation design
This tool shows common LTE bands as an indicative starting point. It does not confirm coverage, signal level or type approval at your site. Final configuration requires a site survey.
Common LTE bands by operator
Readable without JavaScript. Planning reference only; confirm the actual site locally.
| Country | Operator | Common LTE bands | Starting host |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nigeria | MTN Nigeria | B1 / B3 / B7 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| Nigeria | Airtel Nigeria | B3 / B7 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| Nigeria | Glo | B3 / B28custom | HAG-P5-37DB / AL-30 |
| Nigeria | 9mobile | B3 / B7 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| Kenya | Safaricom | B1 / B3 / B7 / B20 | AL-30 / HAG-08-33 / HAG-05-DP |
| Kenya | Airtel Kenya | B1 / B3 / B7 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| Kenya | Telkom Kenya | B1 / B3 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| Ghana | MTN Ghana | B3 / B7 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| Ghana | Telecel Ghana | B3 / B7 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| Ghana | AirtelTigo | B3 / B7 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| Tanzania | Vodacom Tanzania | B1 / B3 / B7 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| Tanzania | Airtel Tanzania | B3 / B7 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| Tanzania | Tigo Tanzania | B3 / B7 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| Tanzania | Halotel | B3 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| Uganda | MTN Uganda | B1 / B3 / B7 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| Uganda | Airtel Uganda | B3 / B7 | AL-30 / HAG-P5-37DB / HAG-33DB5P |
| South Africa | Vodacom | B1 / B3 / B7 / B38custom | KW33F / KW37C |
| South Africa | MTN | B1 / B3 / B7 / B38custom | KW33F / KW37C |
| South Africa | Telkom | B1 / B3 / B7 / B38custom | KW33F / KW37C |
| South Africa | Rain | B3 / B38custom | KW33F / KW37C |
Want to collect the site details in one pass? Download the band confirmation sheet and send it with RSRP readings and photos.
Download band sheetDoes this tool confirm that a site will work?
No. It lists common bands and the configurable host range. Whether a site works depends on outdoor RSRP, operator coverage at that position, building loss and type approval. A site measurement is required.
Why do bands differ between cities for the same operator?
Operators use different carrier combinations in different cities and change them as the network expands. The tool shows common planning bands; confirm the actual site locally.
What is the difference between B38 TDD and B1/B3/B7 FDD?
FDD uses separate uplink and downlink frequencies; TDD shares the same band for both directions. B38 requires a TDD-capable host and configuration; a standard FDD host cannot simply be retuned.
Why is B28 700 MHz marked as custom?
700 MHz allocations, sub-bands and duplex arrangements vary by market. The exact band must be confirmed before configuring the host and filters; do not order on “700 MHz” alone.
What happens after I choose a model?
Send the country, operator, building type, area, floors, envelope and outdoor RSRP. We will confirm whether a usable donor signal exists, then propose host, antenna count and a system diagram.
Send us the country and operator
Include the building type, area, floors, envelope and outdoor RSRP. We will confirm the donor signal before recommending a configuration.