MTN Uganda Explores Partnership with Starlink
Uganda's largest telecom provider is turning a potential competitor into a collaborator. MTN Uganda is exploring ways to work with Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet service instead of fighting it.
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MTN to Connect 30 Million African Homes to Broadband
Africa's telecom giant MTN plans to bring reliable home internet to up to 30 million households across the continent over the next five years. The ambitious push marks a major shift from mobile-only services to stable broadband that families and small businesses need for work, school, and entertainment.
MTN Launches 12-Week Program for African Journalists
MTN Group is bringing a successful journalism training program to journalists across Africa. The 12-week Media Innovation Programme will help media professionals build skills for the digital age while strengthening trust in African newsrooms.
MTN Zambia Completes Africa's First Satellite-to-Phone Test
Your phone could soon connect to satellites when cell towers are out of reach. MTN Zambia just completed Africa's first successful satellite-to-phone trial, sending data and mobile money payments through space.
MTN Launches Pan-African Journalism Program for 2026
A new 12-week journalism program is bringing African media professionals together to master digital skills and build networks across the continent. The MTN Media Innovation Programme combines online learning with hands-on experience in Johannesburg, with applications open until April 30.
MTN Ghana Targets 7,000 Pints in Valentine's Blood Drive
MTN Ghana is aiming to collect over 7,000 pints of blood during its annual Valentine's Day donation campaign, building on 15 years of saving lives. Since 2011, the telecom company has mobilized 26,620 units of blood for hospitals nationwide.
MTN Executive Tells 150 Students: Chase Purpose, Not Titles
A top MTN executive delivered a game-changing message to university students in Ghana: your purpose matters more than your job title. Over 150 young people at the Success Africa Summit learned how to build meaningful careers that create real impact.
MTN Nigeria Opens ₦225M Music Deal for Emerging Artists
Nigeria's telecom giant MTN just boosted its talent search prize to ₦225 million, giving unknown Afrobeats artists a real shot at professional music careers. The Next Afrobeats Star competition opens doors that typically stay closed for grassroots musicians across the country.
MTN Ghana's Valentine Blood Drive Saves Lives Nationwide
MTN Ghana is transforming Valentine's Day into a nationwide blood donation movement, partnering with Ho Teaching Hospital to address critical shortages. The campaign mobilizes communities across dozens of centers, turning corporate resources into emergency healthcare support.
MTN Launches One TV Streaming Across Africa
Africa's telecom giant MTN just launched One TV, a streaming platform designed specifically for African viewers with pay-by-airtime and mobile money options. The service breaks down payment barriers that have kept millions from accessing digital entertainment.
MTN Invests $38.5B in Digital Future for 250M Africans
Africa's largest telecom company just put billions behind its promise to connect a continent. MTN's investments are creating jobs, expanding internet access, and preparing Africa's youth to become the world's largest workforce by 2040.
MTN Protects 2,864 Jobs for One Year in $2.2B Tower Deal
Workers at IHS Holding can breathe easier as MTN Group guarantees their pay and benefits for 12 months following a major infrastructure merger. The commitment covers nearly 3,000 employees across Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America.
MTN Invests $9M to Bring 5G to Rural South Africa
South Africa's telecoms giant MTN is pouring $9.1 million into bringing high-speed internet to rural communities that big cities left behind. Over 1,000 network towers in North West province will get upgraded with 4G and 5G, connecting miners, farmers, and small towns to the digital economy.
MTN Launches Pan-African Programme for 400+ Journalists
A new continent-wide training programme is opening doors for African journalists to master digital skills and build cross-border networks. Applications are now open for the 2026 cohort, with a 12-week certified programme combining online learning and hands-on experience in Johannesburg.
MTN Ghana Donates $15M Emergency Unit to Hospital
A new state-of-the-art emergency unit is transforming healthcare access for thousands in Ghana's Volta Region. The 15 million cedi facility addresses critical overcrowding and brings advanced medical equipment to those who need it most.
Ghana: 80 MTN Mobile Money Staff Walk 8km for Wellness
Over 80 employees from Ghana's newly independent mobile money company kicked off their year with an 8-kilometer mountain trek. The wellness initiative combined fitness, teamwork, and aerobic sessions to keep staff healthy and energized for serving customers.
MTN Nigeria Restores Airtime Lending for Millions
Nigeria's largest telecom operator is bringing back its popular Xtratime service after regulators suspended strict new lending rules. Millions of customers will soon be able to borrow airtime and data again when they run out of credit.
MTN Ghana Invests $21K in Preserving Cultural Heritage
A telecommunications giant is helping keep Ghanaian traditions alive with major donations to two ancient harvest festivals. The support brings both cultural preservation and modern services to communities celebrating their heritage.
MTN Nigeria Pays Customers for Service Outages
Millions of Nigerian mobile users will receive compensation after their network provider failed to meet service standards. The telecom regulator is putting customers first with mandatory payouts for disruptions.
MTN Ghana Teaches Wealth and Wellbeing in Masterclass
Ghana's largest telecom company is going beyond connectivity to help customers build lasting wealth and protect their mental health. Financial experts and psychologists teamed up to share practical strategies for sustainable success.
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