Telecom Operators

Maroc Telecom (IAM) and Inwi (Wana Corporate) have signed a landmark agreement to accelerate the deployment of fibre optic and 5G technologies across Morocco. The agreement, approved by the supervisory board of Maroc Telecom and the board of directors of Inwi, marks a major step forward in Morocco’s digital transformation and its national goals for high-speed connectivity.under this unprecedented agreement, the two telecom operators will consolidate their passive telecom infrastructures by creating two joint ventures, each equally owned (50/50):

MTN Nigeria is set to accelerate its financial recovery by capitalizing on structural market demand and implementing phased tariff adjustments to boost performance. The company remains focused on sustaining growth in key markets such as Ghana and Uganda, while addressing regulatory and macroeconomic challenges in other regions.

South African operator Telkom has entered the mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) market through a strategic partnership with a mobile virtual network enabler (MVNE) platform provider. The agreement will help Telkom meet regulatory requirements set by ICASA, which mandates that mobile network operators must support at least three Black-owned MVNOs as part of their spectrum licence conditions.

Safaricom M-Pesa has announced a strategic partnership with Ethiopian fintech startup LakiPay Financial Technologies to improve digital payment services in Ethiopia.

Vodacom Lesotho has launched SME Connect, an innovative suite of solutions designed to empower small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Lesotho. The official launch took place in Maseru, showcasing the company's dedication to driving economic growth and promoting digital inclusion.

MTN Rwanda's recent financial performance demonstrates resilience amid economic and regulatory challenges. While the telecom operator recorded a full-year loss of Rwf 5.5 billion after tax, it achieved a remarkable turnaround in the final quarter, posting a profit after tax of Rwf 5.3 billion—a 328.9% increase compared to Q4 2023. This late recovery signals promising prospects ahead, with growth in the fintech sector and strategic operational adjustments playing a key role.

Ethio Telecom and MultiChoice Africa have announced a strategic partnership to provide Ethiopian consumers with enhanced access to digital entertainment. This collaboration introduces bundled packages combining high-speed fiber broadband and mobile data with DStv entertainment services, offering a seamless and cost-effective solution for modern content consumption.

Safaricom M-PESA, along with other financial service provider, has signed a Service Level Agreement (SLA) with the Ministry of Health (MoH) of Ethiopia to transform healthcare payments through a secure, efficient, and scalable digital payment system. This partnership aims to enhance financial inclusion, streamline healthcare payments, and improve service delivery nationwide.

Ethio Telecom and Mastercard have announced a strategic partnership to expand digital financial services across Ethiopia. During a high-level meeting, Ethio Telecom CEO Frehiwot Tamru and Mark Elliott, President of Mastercard Africa, discussed collaborative opportunities to leverage technology and broaden financial inclusion.

Safaricom announced the adoption of Red Hat OpenShift as the foundational platform for its apps, including the popular M-PESA mobile payment system.