Huawei to deploy the world’s first commercial sub-1 GHz Massive MIMO network, significantly boosting 4G performance in partnership with MTN Nigeria
Following activation, low-band LTE traffic more than doubled, user download speeds rose by 28%, and network efficiency improved. The deployment also marks the first full-band Massive MIMO site, combining low, mid, and C-band spectrum.
The innovation addresses rising demand in Nigeria, where growing use of streaming, mobile payments, and digital services has strained existing network capacity. By enhancing spectral efficiency and doubling LTE capacity, the solution reduces congestion and improves coverage.
The technology also supports multiple network generations and prepares for future 5G expansion, potentially increasing capacity more than threefold.
Executives from both companies said the rollout strengthens network quality, supports digital growth, and sets the stage for broader adoption of advanced connectivity solutions across Nigeria.
Source : www.mybroadband.co.za
