The telecom operator said in a statement that it engaged with Rwandan President Paul Kagame, Kenyan President William Ruto, and Côte d’Ivoire’s Prime Minister Robert Beugré Mambé.

“Discussions with national leaders centred on those topics that support the national development goals of our host nations and of Africa as a whole,” Jonas said, adding that those included regulatory and policy harmonisation; investment in digital infrastructure; broadband access; and skills development.

Africa’s largest digital operator revealed that it was also working with partners to ensure that the continent has quality broadband access required to enable a thriving digital economy.

MTN stated that it supported the skilling and re-skilling of people across Africa to meet the demands of the digital age.

“These initiatives are crucial to fostering an environment conducive to innovation, economic growth and sustainable development across Africa,” Mupita said, adding that they also aligned with MTN’s strategic intent of ‘leading digital solutions for Africa’s progress.

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