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. 

Read more: MTN initiates Network Managed Operations in Benin

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.

Read more: MTN Group put together a R250m-worth relief package to fight coronavirus pandemic

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.

Read more: Ghana’s NCA awards two operators free spectrum for three months

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.

Read more: South African regulator calls network service providers for easy access to data

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.  

Read more: Ooredoo Group provides enhanced offerings across its global footprint

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