What telecommunications are available in Gabon?

Telecommunications in Gabon include radio, television, fixed and mobile telephones, and the Internet. state owns and operates 2 radio stations; a private radio station; transmissions of at least 2 international broadcasters are accessible (2007); 6 AM, 7 FM, and 4 shortwave stations (2001).

What is a mobile communication base station?

Mobile communication base station is a form of radio station, which refers to a radio transceiver station that transmits information between mobile phone terminals through a mobile communication exchange center in a certain radio coverage area.

Which shortwave radio stations are in Gabon?

Perhaps the most important station in Gabon and one that many shortwave radio listeners are familiar with is the privately owned Afrique Numero Un (Africa Number One) which operates on FM in the capital, Libreville, area and also broadcasts via shortwave.

Does Gabon have a radio station?

Radio France Internationale (RFI) has relay stations throughout Gabon. Other privately owned stations also operate in Gabon, though concentrated mostly in the Libreville area. Like many former French colonies, Gabon uses the SECAM -K television standard. Two television channels, 4 and 8, are found in the Libreville area.

What TV system does Gabon use?

Like many former French colonies, Gabon uses the SECAM -K television standard. Two television channels, 4 and 8, are found in the Libreville area. All other channels and repeaters relay channel 4.

How many broadcasters are there in Gabon?

There are two main broadcasters in Gabon. The state broadcaster, Radiodiffusion Télévision Gabonaise (RTG), operates two main networks - a national network in French and a provincial network in French and vernacular languages. There is also a special programme on RTG's FM frequencies.