MTN puffs up South Sudan connectivity with solar units
The initiative, according to the telco, aims to bridge the energy gap; ensuring residents can stay connected by providing free and sustainable power solutions.
Lezeth Khoza
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Visa appoints new country manager for Kenya, South Sudan, Somalia
In his new position, the cards and payments expert will establish strategic direction for Visa's regional business objectives.
1:10
MTN South Sudan boosts connectivity efforts
The telco announced the Open Market Smartphone Bundling service, which aims to make smartphones more accessible and bridge the digital divide.
1:40
MTN South Sudan, Zain celebrate lifting of social media ban
According to the National Communication Authority, the suspension was meant to avoid any further escalation of violence.
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MTN extends 5G to Benin and Congo-Brazzaville
The two networks join South Africa, Nigeria, Uganda and Zambia in MTN’s stable offering 5G connectivity.
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South Sudan’s Digitel launches the country’s first 5G network
The company unveiled the network on Thursday promising 5G users “unprecedented” connectivity.
1:00
MTN Group appoints Ali Monzer to lead South Sudan operations
Monzer, an MTN Group insider, has held progressively senior positions, most recently as chief technology and information officer of MTN Uganda.
1:30
Kenya, South Sudan pen a fibre optic deal to boost trade
The two countries are working together on infrastructure projects to strengthen regional integration and trade.
1:40
ADF, Smart Africa Alliance launch $1.5m digital, ecommerce project
The project will focus on cross-border e-payments and e-commerce training for governments, private sectors, and SMEs
3:50
M-learning, the next step in e-learning in SA
Jens Ischebeck, e-learning specialist Africa, assesses the potential for m-learning in South Africa and formulates some possible strategies for the delivery of online courses in this region of the continent.
1:50
Pressure mounts on MTN South Sudan
Company executive confirms staff cuts, cancellation of projects.
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MTN South Sudan denies wage dispute
Mobile operator responds to allegations of compensation discrimination.