By: Nana
Appiah Acquaye
MTN South Africa has held
discussions with the Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly
Malatsi, as part of ongoing stakeholder engagements aimed at strengthening
collaboration between government and industry in advancing the country’s digital
agenda.
The meeting, led by MTN
South Africa CEO Ferdi Moolman and the company’s Executive Committee, focused
on the state of the telecommunications sector, industry challenges, emerging
opportunities, and measures required to accelerate digital inclusion and
economic growth.
Discussions highlighted the
importance of partnerships between government and private sector players in
expanding connectivity, encouraging investment, and creating an environment
that supports innovation within South Africa’s digital economy.
MTN said collaboration among
stakeholders remains critical to addressing barriers to connectivity and
ensuring that more citizens, businesses, and communities benefit from digital
transformation.
The company reaffirmed its
commitment to investing in resilient digital infrastructure, expanding access
to connectivity, and developing solutions that support economic participation
and social development.
MTN South Africa continues
to position digital connectivity as a key driver of growth, with the company
emphasising the role of coordinated efforts between industry and government in
bridging the digital divide and building a more inclusive digital future.
