Articles about MTN

Telcos blink first in biometric fee fight with Home Affairs

As telcos withdraw a High Court challenge to Home Affairs’ 6 500% biometric verification fee hike, they maintain their right to challenge government decisions.

R160m share windfall for MTN’s top brass

The telco awards R160 million in shares to 14 executives, including directors, following a return to profit after a R10.9 billion loss the prior year.

Pi Mobile challenges traditional telcos with contract-free plans

MTN-backed Pi Mobile enters SA’s telecoms sector, introducing “prepaid-like services” for a fixed, monthly instalment.

Listed firms risk 30% share plunge amid rising cyber attacks

Cyber attacks on South African firms jumped 36% year-on-year, even as breach costs and response times show signs of improvement.

MTN warns AI boom is driving up chip costs

While it hasn't yet felt a drastic chip shortage, SIM card and computing costs are rising significantly due to AI demand, says MTN.

MTN flags rise of online gambling

Online gambling gains traction across MTN’s markets, amid the growth of digital betting platforms and a shift in consumer spending patterns.

MTN appoints Mutooni as group investor relations exec

Roy Mutooni has replaced Thato Motlanthe as MTN Group executive of investor relations, effective 1 April.

MTN reverses losses with R27bn profit

The telco reports profit after tax of R27 billion for the year to December, versus a R10.9 billion loss in 2024.

Network rankings shape SA telco ad strategies

Vodacom, MTN, Telkom and Cell C spent R708 million on advertising in the second half of 2025, with Vodacom accounting for half the total investment.

IHS Towers board backs MTN’s R35bn takeover deal

The board of IHS Towers accepts an offer of $8.50 a share, in a transaction that would see MTN Group increase its shareholding to 100%.

Oppo expands Reno smartphone range in SA

The Chinese company releases the Reno15 Pro and Reno15 F, available on South African networks from February.

Home Affairs defends 6 500% ID fee hike in fight with telcos

The department welcomes the legal challenge, saying it will expose corporate profiteering at taxpayers’ expense.