Aiming to facilitate digital advancement and economic growth in Africa, MTN Group has pledged a $215 million investment in Benin’s infrastructure over the next three years.
The commitment comes alongside the goal to construct a cutting-edge office facility for its subsidiary, MTN Benin.
The news was a focal point during MTN Group’s high-profile visit to Cotonou, where top executives engaged in key discussions with President Patrice Talon. The gathering included MTN Group President and CEO Ralph Mupita, MTN Benin Chairman Amadou Raimi, Senior Vice President for Markets Ebenezer Asante, MTN Benin CEO Uche Ofodile, and MTN Group Chief Sustainability and Corporate Affairs Officer Nompilo Morafo.
Ralph Mupita, highlighting MTN’s commitment to stimulating efficiency across its markets, emphasized, “MTN works to be a force for good in our markets, giving Africans hope, dignity, and opportunity.” He further noted the company’s gratitude for the warm reception in Benin, citing ongoing trials of 5G services and the wide potential for further advancements.
Mupita pointed to MTN’s dedication in supporting the talents and skills of Beninese youth, highlighting the company’s eagerness to collaborate closely with the government and other stakeholders to facilitate holistic development initiatives.
President Talon, acknowledging MTN’s solid dedication, extended his appreciation to the delegation and expressed optimism for future collaborations. With MTN Benin celebrating its growth and achievements of a quarter-century of operations, asserting approximately eight million subscribers, the company is prepared for enhanced cooperation and mutual prosperity.
This further drives technological innovation and socioeconomic progress across Africa, further cementing its status as a role model of opportunity and empowerment in the continent’s digital sector.
