20 June 2025

Vodacom has announced a R100 million investment to extend its network coverage in the rural regions of KwaZulu-Natal province. The initiative involves the deployment of 106 new telecom towers, with the goal of reaching hundreds of thousands of additional subscribers in underserved communities.
This move is part of Vodacom’s broader Rural Acceleration Program, which aims to enhance network access across South Africa’s deep rural areas. The company emphasizes that this effort complements its ongoing five-year, R60 billion investment plan announced in April 2023, focused on improving rural connectivity, bridging the digital divide, and promoting financial inclusion outside urban centres.
Find out more18 June 2025

MTN Rwanda has announced the deployment of 51 new 5G sites across Kigali, marking a significant step toward establishing the country as a regional leader in mobile broadband. This rollout follows the activation of a pilot site at Kigali Heights, a mixed-use building in the city, just a month prior.
The new infrastructure will be installed across key districts — Gasabo, Kicukiro, and Nyarugenge — as well as in the outskirts of Kamonyi. The aim is to lay the groundwork for a comprehensive national 5G network, initially targeting urban centres, business districts, universities, government offices, and essential services. This phased deployment is designed to support the growing demand for high-speed connectivity and to facilitate digital transformation across multiple sectors.
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18 June 2025

From digital inclusion to fintech fusion, Africa’s MVNOs are carving out a bold new future for wireless communications…
In the race to connect Africa’s billion-plus population, a quiet revolution is reshaping the continent’s telecom terrain — one that doesn’t involve building towers or laying cables. Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) are stepping up as agile disruptors, digital enablers, and vital partners in delivering inclusive, innovative, and cost-effective communication services.
Find out more17 June 2025

Amir Turalić, Chief Product Officer, ZIRA Group
As the demand for voice and data traffic continues to grow across Africa, MNOs must ensure the necessary infrastructure is in place. However, this requirement can affect their operational efficiency and profitability. To tackle this challenge, many MNOs are adopting a delayering strategy, which involves dividing their networks into separate, self-governing entities. An example of the benefits of delayering is the emergence of tower companies. The success of these tower companies relies on the presence of a dedicated Business Support Systems (BSS) platform. With these systems in place, Africa’s MNOs will be better positioned to optimise their networks and prepare for evolving customer demands for the future.
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