Articles about MTN South Africa

MTN to decommission two data centres in SA

The mobile operator is currently optimising its data centre portfolio as part of a broader business rationalisation strategy.

MTN SA upgrades core network with Ericsson

The modernisation of its core network will boost speed, reliability and 5G readiness through cloud-native upgrades and automation, says MTN SA.

Exco overhaul at MTN as SA boss gets redeployed

Ferdi Moolman, the current group chief risk officer, will succeed Charles Molapisi as CEO and executive director of MTN South Africa.

Data, fintech propel MTN Group to R105bn revenue

The telco posts strong interim results for the first half of 2025, buoyed by solid commercial execution and improved macro-economic conditions.

MTN SA launches real-time biometric ID in all stores

The mobile operator establishes a nationwide digital ID system to speed up onboarding and combat identity fraud.

MTN SA invests R220m in ECape network infrastructure

The investment will enhance network quality, expand connectivity and upgrade MTN’s infrastructure in the Eastern Cape.

MTN SA earmarks R300m to upgrade Gauteng network

The investment includes the acquisition and construction of new base stations, as well as capacity upgrades to over 70 sites, says the telco.

MTN SA appoints Ladipo as prepaid chief consumer officer

Muyiwa Ladipo joins MTN SA from EE Mobile UK, where he serves as pricing and portfolio manager.

MTN adds home loans to MoMo app

With the new platform, home buyers can be approved for a home loan in less than two minutes, says the telco.

MTN starts ‘collapsing’ its 3G network in SA

The switching off of the 3G network by 2027 will ensure all South Africans have access to faster, more efficient 4G and 5G technology, says MTN SA CEO Charles Molapisi.

Game on: MTN SHIFT 2025 brings competitive gaming to malls nationwide

The MTN SHIFT Gaming Experience kicks off on 18 May, featuring the EAFC 25 National Football Tournament and the new MTN Beat Saber Challenge.

MTN spends R33bn on black-owned SMME suppliers

The telco diversifies its supply chain by providing more opportunities to black-owned SMMEs, leading to an increased spend.