MTN signs MOU with China Telecom and Huawei – What it means for South Africa
MTN recently signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with China Telecom and Huawei.
The focus of the MOU was on unlocking new business opportunities for MTN and bringing enhanced technologies to the South African market.
This is powered by the size and scale of resources of China Telecom and Huawei, which they will be bringing to MTN clients.
China Telecom is a global giant in the integrated telecommunication services industry, while Huawei is a leader in networks, telecommunications, and smartphones.
Combining these organisations’ scale with MTN’s industry-leading understanding of the local market means that South African businesses can expect enhanced offerings in the future across areas like ICT, B2B solutions, Cloud, IoT, and AI.
“This partnership unites China Telecom’s global expertise in network solutions with MTN’s expansive regional reach and Huawei’s advanced technology, creating a powerful alliance to drive digital infrastructure development on the continent,” said Kai Chen, executive vice president of China Telecom Global Limited.
“This collaboration underscores our shared commitment to bridging the digital divide and supporting sustainable economic growth in Africa.”
Taking a step forward
MTN South Africa Chief Enterprise Business Officer, Tumi Sekhukhune-Chamayou, said the collaboration is an important step forward for South Africa’s ICT sector.
“For MTN’s business customers, network service improvements could offer new possibilities in smart mining and industrial applications,” said Sekhukhune-Chamayou.
Both the mining and industrial sectors are critical parts of the South African economy, meaning technology-rich advancements will have a tangible effect on job creation and economic prosperity.
Sekhukhune-Chamayou added that the MOU will help MTN continue its aggressive growth strategy in key verticals, industry-specific markets, and innovative industries.
As a cornerstone of the South African economy thanks to its wide range of connectivity and ICT solutions, MTN’s growth will benefit almost every other industry in South Africa.
Therefore, with MTN, Huawei, and China Telecom joining forces, the future looks bright for South African businesses.
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