Moses Mayor, chief of legal, regulatory, and corporate service at MTN South Sudan, and Kenyi Lujang, head of sales, and distribution at MTN South Sudan.

MTN South Sudan is expanding rural connectivity by providing 100 solar charging units to underserved communities.

The initiative will be carried out by MTN South Sudan's regional sales managers in partnership with rural area chiefs to determine the best places for deployment.

According to the telco, the program aims to bridge the energy divide by delivering free and sustainable power solutions that allow households to stay connected.

Among other things, the units will help small companies and local shopkeepers who rely on MTN services, increase MTN's involvement in community development and economic empowerment, and provide digital and financial access to the most remote places.

The charging solar systems are equipped with 12-volt batteries and have a capacity of around 280kWh, allowing people to charge their phones, laptops, and other vital gadgets.

MTN South Sudan says that by providing free access to solar-powered charging, it is driving digital and financial inclusivity while also empowering communities with uninterrupted connectivity.

"This initiative is a testament to our dedication to connecting South Sudan," said Kenyi Lujang, head of sales and distribution at MTN South Sudan.

"By providing free solar charging, we are breaking down barriers to communication and financial services, ensuring no one is left behind in the digital age," according to him.