Articles about MTN

Shift to eSIMs gains momentum as telcos battle plastic waste

An estimated 200 million SIM cards are distributed each year by local telcos, ultimately generating a significant amount of e-waste.

Telco-powered credit score aims to add millions to formal economy

Bringing another 16 million South Africans into the formal economy could add R173 billion to SA’s gross domestic product, says TransUnion.

Telkom bets on AI to take on Vodacom, MTN

Armed with over 20% of mobile subscriber market share in South Africa, Telkom believes it can mount a serious challenge to the dominance of the two big operators.

Turkcell challenges MTN’s ConCourt appeal

The firm will challenge MTN’s application to the ConCourt for leave to appeal the recent judgement in the R78 billion bribery case.

Momentum Corporate names chief digital, info officer

MTN’s Cypro Mailula comes on board as chief digital and information officer of the Momentum Corporate division.

Teksi Ride to add electric vehicle service

The e-hailer is preparing to introduce an electric vehicle service offering as a Comfort Plus option for riders.

Watchdog rules in favour of MTN in 600GB ad dispute

The Advertising Regulatory Board dismisses a complaint claiming that MTN’s 600GB advertisement is misleading.

Turkcell responds to MTN’s appeal in R78bn lawsuit

While it notes MTN’s Constitutional Court appeal in the bribery dispute, Turkcell says the court should decline to hear the filed appeal.

MTN digitises payments for underserved with MoMo Pay

The digital payment solution aims to unlock financial opportunities for informal merchants, while bridging the financial inclusion gap.

From high costs to complete control: Coligo’s contract-free, customisable mobile plans

Coligo’s Mobile Solution offers unlimited calls, texts and data plans, as well as seamless management of multiple SIMs, the company says.

Cyber criminals target SA’s critical infrastructure via telcos

Following the attacks on MTN and Cell C, cyber security experts say the critical nature of telcos allows ransomware actors to apply more pressure on such companies.

Turkcell readies to present MTN bribery case in SA

The company prepares to present to South African courts the evidence it believes shows MTN committed acts of bribery and corruption in Iran.