MTN Group CEO recognised for leadership impact

Ralph Mupita explains what drives Africa's largest telco, including some of its core policy beliefs that will be critical for technology to enable more equitable growth.

The Hall of Fame honour, introduced this year by Brand Africa, recognises companies that have exhibited consistent excellence and influence on the continent over the last decade.

The telco sent delegations to East and West Africa to advocate for the continent's connectivity future and encourage policies that enable the digital economy to continue to grow.

MTN Group's Ralph Mupita and Rwandan ICT Minister Paula Ingabire met last week to explore ambitious investments in connectivity and innovation.

The telco released its 2024 tax transparency report yesterday, saying the amount pertains to various taxes paid in its markets.

With Uganda's digital economy growing, MTN says its infrastructure investment is crucial in closing the connectivity gap.

The telco sees the East African country as an attractive market for data, fintech, and digital infrastructure.

The planned service will use Synamedia's cloud-based technologies to provide both linear television and video-on-demand content.

The Cameroon Court of Appeal cancels a garnishee order on MTN’s bank accounts.

The company announced the elevation of Group Home into a dedicated business function within Group Commercial led by Ankur Bajpai.

These sharing agreements, according to the telcos, target improved network cost efficiencies, expanded coverage and the provision of enhanced mobile services to millions of customers, particularly those in remote and rural areas.