MTN Group and Airtel Africa have signed agreements to share network infrastructure in Uganda and Nigeria, aiming to improve cost efficiency, expand coverage, and enhance mobile services, particularly in rural areas.
MTN Group CEO Ralph Mupita emphasized the growing demand for digital and financial services, highlighting the benefits of resource-sharing within regulatory frameworks. Airtel Africa CEO Sunil Taldar noted that while both companies compete in the market, infrastructure-sharing helps drive digital inclusion and cost efficiency.
This collaboration aligns with global trends in telecoms, allowing operators to improve service quality while managing costs. Following these agreements, MTN and Airtel Africa are exploring similar opportunities in other markets, including Congo-Brazzaville, Rwanda, and Zambia, focusing on RAN and fibre infrastructure sharing.
Both companies remain independent competitors and may engage in further partnerships with other operators in different markets.
Source: MTN
