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MTN Group is a major telecommunications provider in Africa, known for its mobile network services and innovative partnerships to enhance connectivity.
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MTN’s $2.2 billion IHS acquisition to face Nigerian regulatory review
Techpoint Africa - Feb 17, 2026
Bosun Tijani announced a thorough assessment of MTN's bid to acquire IHS Towers. MTN plans to complete a full acquisition of IHS Towers for $2.2 billion.

MTN eyes fintech acquisitions to accelerate payments, lending and remittances push
Techpoint Africa - Feb 04, 2026
MTN is looking for fintechs in payments, lending, and remittance to enhance its financial services. CEO Ralph Mupita emphasized that acquisitions should strengthen the platform and improve customer experience.

MTN era ends as Guinea assumes 100% ownership of Areeba
Techpoint Africa - Dec 17, 2025
Guinea has officially taken full control of Areeba, making it a state-owned telecom operator. MTN's exit from Guinea was a lengthy process involving regulatory disputes and pressure from authorities.

Optasia to Raise $365M in Johannesburg IPO to Fuel Global Expansion
Tech Labari - Oct 08, 2025
Optasia plans to raise 6.3 billion rand ($365 million) in South Africa to expand its global footprint. The company will sell 1.3 billion rand in new shares through an IPO on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange.

The Salary Guide 2025: How Much Do Tech Workers Make in African Startups?
Tech In Africa - Aug 08, 2025
South Africa leads in developer salaries, with software engineers in Cape Town earning an average of $55,452 annually. Entry-level data scientists in South Africa earn around $1,800 per month, while senior data scientists can earn over $4,800.
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