2G and 3G switch-off in Tanzania
Quick answer
2G in Tanzania: No dates announced. Tanzania has no national 2G or 3G switch-off date, and Vodacom Tanzania is still building 2G and 3G sites, especially in rural areas, alongside 4G and 5G.
3GNo dates announced
2GNo dates announced
Operators
Checked 2 October 2026.
Dates are set by each operator and can change. Check with us before you plan around them.
| Operator | 3G | 2G |
|---|---|---|
| Vodacom Tanzania | No date announced | No date announced |
Details
- Vodacom Tanzania 2G. Vodacom Tanzania is still adding 2G sites, including 44 rural sites in the year to March 2026, and its 2G network now covers 95.3% of the population. Vodacom Tanzania PLC (filed with the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange)
- Vodacom Tanzania 3G. Vodacom Tanzania added 270 new 3G sites in the year to March 2026, taking 3G coverage to 88.7% of the population. Vodacom Tanzania PLC (filed with the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange)
What this means for your devices
Each SIM profile has its own page, showing where it works and what it supports.
Common questions
When does 2G switch off in Tanzania?
No dates announced.
Is 3G still working in Tanzania?
No dates announced.
Sources
- Annual Integrated Report for the year ended 31 March 2026 (PDF pages 5 and 16), Vodacom Tanzania PLC (filed with the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange)
Checked 2 October 2026. Dates move, so check the operator’s own notice before you plan a change.