Maroc Telecom has announced its consolidated financial results for the first quarter of 2020, announcing a good operational performance.
Telecom Operators
MTN initiates Network Managed Operations in Benin
MTN Benin has extended its long-term relationship with Ericsson to provide world-class managed services, including Network Operations Center, Field Services in Radio, Core and Transmission in Benin. The new contract will propel MTN Benin towards intelligent & data driven operations with the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) used cases.
MTN Group put together a R250m-worth relief package to fight coronavirus pandemic
MTN Group announced details of its R250 million relief package in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Operating across 21 markets, MTN Group has customized its response to recognize its responsibility to contribute both in its home market South Africa as well as in many other markets facing enormous challenges managing the pandemic. Comprising five key intervention initiatives, the Group has focused on employees, customers, vulnerable groups, contributions to the South African Government’s Solidarity Fund and participating in industry interventions.
Orange CEO assures the network can cope with the surge in traffic
France's telecoms system can cope with the huge surge in demand sparked by the coronavirus outbreak, one of the country's top providers Orange said.
Ghana’s NCA awards two operators free spectrum for three months
As a step to help operators cope with a significant increase in internet traffic amid the coronavirus lockdown, Ghana’s telecoms regulator the National Communications Authority (NCA) has temporarily granted Vodafone and MTN Ghana additional pectrum.
South African regulator calls network service providers for easy access to data
Due to the state of disaster period caused by the spread of the Covid-19 pandemic, the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (Icasa) has contacted licensees in South Africa to ensure that they make communication services available to all citizens.
Ooredoo Group provides enhanced offerings across its global footprint
As COVID-19 continues to impact communities and businesses around the world, Ooredoo Group is supporting customers across its global footprint with both digital solutions and relief measures. Ooredoo teams are working together to share knowledge and experiences internationally to better serve and support customers.
MTN Group CEO to step down
MTN Group announced that its group president and CEO, Rob Shuter, will be stepping down from his role at the end of his contract in March 2021. Shuter has served as MTN CEO since March 2017.
Somali operator becomes first private corporation to be ISO certified
Hormuud Telecom, Somalia’s leading telecommunications firm, announced that they’ve received their ISO 9001:2015 certification. They are the first Somali corporate entity to achieve this certification.
Liquid Telecom launches ‘Liquid Home’ in Kigali
Liquid Telecom Rwanda, part of the leading pan-African telecoms group Liquid Telecom, launched Liquid Home, affordable super-fast broadband. This announcement coincides with the company’s re-brand of its retail arm from Hai to Liquid Home.