Tech win energises Cameroon’s drive to unify Fintech ecosystem

Country to implement multi-million CFA system to help strengthen career profiles and remuneration of civil servants.

Recent meeting between company executives and Cameroon’s Prime Minister reaffirms tech agreements already in place.

Country has only been able to use about 15% of SAT-3WASC and about 30% of WACS since the cable systems were rolled out over 17 years ago.

Camtel’s subscribers will benefit from access to MTN’s existing network infrastructure, which covers 97% of population with 2G, 90% with 3G and 70% with 4G.

Camtel subscribers will be able to remain connected to telecommunications services by switching to MTN’s network.

Ambassador of Brazil to Cameroon Vivian Loss Sanmartin pledges support.

Intention is to strengthen company’s position in the market.

Agreement relates to an MoU signed in April 2021 between Camtel and MTN Group’s Cameroonian subsidiary.

Minister of Posts and Telecommunications announces planned digital innovation centre, the roll out of one-year of free internet connectivity.

Company says it is on track to lead in broadband services and digital transformation.

Telco enters agreement with education ministry to boost internet speed, establish new communications network and digital development centres.