The operator is developing a software-defined wide area network and is re-purposing sites to harness narrow band IOT.

Motlanthe, who will report to CFO Ralph Mupita, joins the mobile operator from Absa Asset Management.

The operator appoints ex-Vodacom chief officer of strategy, Yolanda Cuba, to drive financial services and digital solutions.

The Competition Commission probes Eliovect’s allegations that MTN and Cell C are colluding with Blue Label to block black service providers.

The impending introduction of 5G technology will usher in a new ecosystem in communications, say analysts.

‘We Care’ Launched in Rwanda to Drive Mobile Internet Uptake and Promote Digital Skills, Supported by Rwanda’s Ministry of ICT and Innovation

South African mobile operators lose hundreds of millions of rands due to criminals and vandals targeting their base stations, and they say the battle is far from over.

South African mobile brands MTN and Vodacom record strong brand value in the Brand Finance South Africa 50 2019 ranking.

Mobile operators are urged to leverage the Internet of things to attract new customers.

The broad-based BEE commission says the mobile operator did not comply with the objectives of the Empowerment Act.

The companies will have to overcome hindrances such as the lack of disposable income and insurance culture in Africa, say analysts.

MTN GlobalConnect will support and fuel incremental business for SA, while streamlining through a single point of contact.