Articles about GSM Association

Africa’s domestic smartphone production rests on regional unity

There’s an opportunity for locally-manufactured smartphones, if Africa acts collectively, says GSMA Africa’s Angela Wamola.

Real connectivity progress requires affordable devices

SA’s tax reform on entry-level smartphones is an opportunity to boost connectivity across Africa, says GSMA Africa head Angela Wamola.

Sub-Saharan Africa still sees lowest mobile internet usage

Despite steady global progress in connectivity, over three billion people remain unconnected to mobile internet services, says the GSMA.

Tax adjustment for lower-end smartphones takes effect

National Treasury confirms smartphones below the R2 500 price tag no longer carry ad valorem excise duties when exported to SA.

Mobile internet inequality persists as affordability trips up progress

Women’s adoption of mobile internet stalls after signs of positive gains, with 885 million women in low- and middle-income countries still unconnected, says the GSMA.

Sub-Saharan Africa is mobile money epicentre

After 25 years, mobile money surpasses two billion registered accounts and over half a billion monthly active users globally, says the GSMA.

MTN Group CEO joins GSMA board

The GSM Association’s board names Ralph Mupita as deputy chairperson, to serve until the end of 2026.

GSMA names Airtel boss as board chairperson

The GSM Association appoints Bharti Airtel Group’s Gopal Vittal as its new board chairperson, until the end of 2026.

Mobile to pump $11tn into global economy by 2030

The GSM Association’s Mobile Economy Report 2025 shows the mobile ecosystem will add 8.4% of global gross domestic product in economic value within five years.

Push for AI at the edge intensifies

2025 shapes up to be a year for a lot more edge artificial intelligence application, says Omdia’s Lian Jye Su.

Mobile operators ready to unlock AI advantage

Mobile network operators look to maximise 5G network value in the age of artificial intelligence, amid predictions of new business models.

New GSMA collaboration champions digital literacy

The mobile industry body partners with the N50 Project to offer over 100 scholarships to advance digital literacy.