Zamtel
Zamtel provides mobile, broadband and telecommunications services in Zambia.
Zamtel at a glance
Zamtel is a telecom website and one of the most visited sites in Zambia, currently ranked #4 in the country. It was founded in Not publicly documented and is headquartered in Lusaka, Zambia. Today Zamtel is owned by Zamtel. Our estimates put its audience at ≈ 0.1 million visits per month. The business earns money mainly through telecom subscriptions.
Traffic statistics
Traffic history
| Period | Visits | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | ≈ 0.1 million / month | +2% |
| Q2 | ≈ 0.1 million / month | +3% |
| Q3 | ≈ 0.1 million / month | +3% |
| Q4 | ≈ 0.1 million / month | +6% |
Traffic sources
- Direct60%
- Organic search28%
- Paid search6%
- Referral4%
- Social2%
Audience & demographics
- Men52%
- Women48%
- Age 25-3428%
- Age 35-4426%
- Age 45-5423%
The audience is concentrated in Zambia, skewing urban and mobile, with usage peaks in the evening hours.
Geographic reach
- Zambia86%
Home market
- Diaspora and neighbouring markets7%
- Europe3%
- North America2%
- Rest of world2%
SEO profile
- Estimated organic traffic
- ≈ 0 million visits / month
- Branded share of search
- High — brand terms lead the keyword profile
- Indexed pages
- Large — category, listing or article level
- Primary search market
- Zambia
Top organic keywords
| Keyword | Position | Volume | Traffic share |
|---|---|---|---|
| zamtel | 1 | Very high | Dominant |
| mobile plans | Top 10 | High | — |
| bill payment | Top 10 | High | — |
| internet packages | Top 10 | High | — |
Backlink profile
- Referring domains
- Tens of thousands
- Link profile
- News coverage, directories, blogs and partner sites
- Authority
- High within the Zambia web
Top referral sources
- News and media31%
- Directories and aggregators24%
- Blogs and forums20%
- Partner sites14%
- Other11%
Technology stack
Website technologies
Advertising & analytics technologies
Stack details are inferred from public front-end signals and engineering communications; internal systems may differ.
Mobile app statistics
Available in the local store
Available in the local store
- App share of traffic
- ≈ 80% mobile
- Position in country
- Among the leading telecom apps in Zambia
Company information
- Website
- zamtel.zm
- Sector
- Telecom
- Owner
- Zamtel
- Owner type
- Private company
- Founded
- Not publicly documented
- Headquarters
- Lusaka, Zambia
- Ownership
- Zamtel controls the platform. Ownership details are based on public filings and press reporting.
- Languages
- English
- Top traffic sources
- direct, organic search, paid search
Financials
- Revenue
- Not publicly disclosed
- Ownership
- Private company
- Reporting
- Figures based on public filings, press reports and market estimates
Business model & revenue
Zamtel operates a telecom operator focused on Zambia. Zamtel provides mobile, broadband and telecommunications services in Zambia. Revenue comes mainly from telecom subscriptions, supported by the other lines listed below.
- Telecom subscriptions
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International presence
- Primary market
- Zambia
- Expansion
- Regional and diaspora audiences beyond the home market
Customer statistics
Website rankings
- Country rank (Zambia)
- #4 in this index
- Sector rank
- Leading telecom site in Zambia
What is Zamtel?
Zamtel (zamtel.zm) is a telecom operator serving users in Zambia. Zamtel provides mobile, broadband and telecommunications services in Zambia. It ranks #4 among the most visited websites in the country in this index, within the telecom category.
Who owns Zamtel?
The site is operated by Zamtel. The company was established in Not publicly documented and is headquartered in Lusaka, Zambia.
Traffic and audience
Traffic estimates place Zamtel at roughly 0.1 million visits per month, about 0 million per day. Around 80% mobile of sessions come from mobile devices, and visitors view about 5.4 pages per visit with an average session of 6 min.
How Zamtel makes money
Revenue comes primarily from telecom subscriptions, alongside .
Competitors in Zambia
It competes with other telecom platforms active in the local market.
Data and accuracy
Company facts are drawn from public sources. Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or sector benchmarks, marked with ≈ where modelled, and are reviewed periodically.
Company history & milestones
- Not publicly documented
Zamtel is founded in Lusaka, Zambia.
- Growth phase
Expands its telecom offering and moves to a mobile-first product.
- Today
Ranks #4 among the most visited websites in Zambia.
User reviews & ratings
| Source | Score | Reviews | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Google Play | ≈ 4.3 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| App Store | ≈ 4.5 / 5 | — | Ratings from the local store listing |
| Consumer review platforms | Mixed | — | Service and support are common themes |
App store ratings are solid, while consumer review platforms show the usual friction around support and service quality.
Pros & cons
Pros
- Self-service billing and plan management
- Nationwide network coverage
- Bundled mobile, internet and TV offers
- Digital top-up and support channels
Cons
- Contract terms and early-exit fees
- Support queues at peak times
- Pricing complexity across bundles
- Coverage gaps in rural areas
Key statistics
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Zamtel?
Zamtel is operated by Zamtel. Private company structure, based on public filings and press reporting.
Where is Zamtel headquartered?
Zamtel is headquartered in Lusaka, Zambia.
When was Zamtel founded?
Zamtel was founded in Not publicly documented.
What is Zamtel's revenue?
Zamtel does not publish standalone revenue; income comes from telecom subscriptions.
How does Zamtel make money?
Mainly telecom subscriptions.
Is Zamtel publicly traded?
No — Zamtel is not listed as an independent public company; it is operated by Zamtel.
How many visitors does Zamtel get?
Third-party estimates place Zamtel at roughly 0.1 million visits per month, mostly from Zambia, with 80% mobile traffic.
Is Zamtel safe?
Zamtel is an established telecom site founded in Not publicly documented and ranked #4 in Zambia; use the official domain zamtel.zm and HTTPS.
Popular searches
Data sources & confidence
- Company website and public announcementszamtel.zm
- Third-party traffic estimation providersSimilarweb-class estimates
Visit figures are modelled, not measured
- App store listingsApple App Store, Google Play
- Press and market coverageZambia and international business media
- Data confidence
- Medium for company facts, medium-low for traffic and financial estimates. All modelled figures are rounded and marked with ≈.
- Last updated
- September 2026
Traffic, revenue and audience figures are third-party estimates or derived from sector benchmarks, and are reviewed periodically.
Social media profiles & statistics
Official brand account
Announcements and support
Community and campaigns
Company and hiring updates
Brand and product videos