Airtel Congo forms strategic partnership with Wing Wah to deploy private network at key oil field

19 August 2025

Airtel Congo has announced the signing of a strategic partnership with Wing Wah, a private Congolese oil company and subsidiary of the Chinese group Southernpec, to develop a private telecommunications network at the Banga Kayo oil field in the Kouilou department. This five-year agreement represents a significant milestone in advancing industrial telecommunications within Central Africa.

This innovative project, the first of its kind in Congo-Brazzaville, will be designed and implemented by Airtel Congo specifically to cater to the operational needs of Wing Wah at the oil site. The new private network aims to enhance connectivity, security, and operational efficiency, while establishing a solid foundation for a sustainable digital infrastructure. It is set to be a strategic asset for optimising site management and supporting Wing Wah’s growth ambitions in the region.

Djibril Tobe, Managing Director of Airtel Congo, emphasised the importance of the partnership, stating that it demonstrates the company’s dedication to innovation and leveraging connectivity to foster economic development in Congo-Brazzaville. He expressed gratitude to Wing Wah for its trust, as well as to Airtel Congo’s teams and technical partners for their commitment to delivering this ambitious project.

Through this collaboration, Airtel Congo reaffirms its position as a pioneer and preferred partner for industrial enterprises, offering customised solutions that meet the highest standards of performance and reliability. The project exemplifies the company’s ongoing efforts to support industrial growth through tailored, cutting-edge telecommunications infrastructure.