MTN sets out to #Remake2020

The company is offering two weeks of Black Friday deals.

MTN SA Foundation provides tech tools to Vumanisabelo Centre

The foundation provides tech tools to Vumanisabelo Centre to help drive skills development for youth with disabilities.

MTN SA Foundation brings digital education to SA youth

Bokgoni Technical High School received a new multimedia centre from MTN after achieving a 100% pass rate – up from just 32% three years ago.

MTN SA Foundation brings digital education to SA youth

Bokgoni Technical High School received a new multimedia centre from MTN after achieving a 100% pass rate – up from just 32% three years ago.

MTN expands All-Net and On-Net Voice bundles to prepaid customers

The company announces the extension of its All-Net and On-Net Voice bundles offering with the introduction of daily, weekly and monthly voice bundles.

MTN ranked best mobile network in SA for Q3 2020

MTN achieved a network quality score of 9.68, outperforming the second runner-up, which scored 5.99, by a wide margin.

MTN, Siyavula partnership sees SA learners excel

Maths and science learners joined the annual #1MillionMaths Challenge by answering more than one million questions during the month of September – a target that was reached in just 15 days.

MTN, Huawei go back to school

The MTN SA Foundation, the Department of Basic Education and Huawei joined forces to enhance access to digital learning in rural schools.

Vula Mobile app revolutionising rural healthcare services

The winner in the ‘Best Health App’ category of the 2019 MTN Business App of the Year Awards has confirmed that where specialised expertise and technology combine, help can be brought closer to those who need it most.

MTN MoMo launches additional services

The food voucher service is designed to assist registered MoMo users by removing the worry of giving cash to someone to purchase essential items.

MTN unveils MTN Arena mobile gaming platform

MTN Arena provides access to tournaments for games such as X-Wing fighter, Star Wars Rebels Special Ops, Spiderman Mysterio Rush and Angry Flappy Wings.

MTN ranked best mobile network across South Africa, outperforming contenders by wide margin

MTN has again been ranked as the best mobile network in South Africa, according to independent network performance tests conducted by MyBroadband in the second quarter of 2020

MTN's network innovation sees 5G launched at 100 sites countrywide

Launching today with 100 sites, MTN's 5G network covers areas in Johannesburg and Cape Town, as well as Bloemfontein and Port Elizabeth.

MTN MoMo surpasses 1 million registered users, enhances digital lives in SA communities

The mobile payment service was launched to the public on 1 February and the millionth customer was registered on 19 June.

MTN Pulse introduces range of new Social Pass bundles for youth

The bundles provide youth on MTN Pulse with access to Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter and YouTube at affordable rates.

Siyavula and MTN SA Foundation partnership sees 50 SA learners completing entire year's maths and science curriculum during lockdown

The partnership sees 50 SA learners completing the entire year's maths and science curriculum during lockdown.

Significant transformation milestone reached as MTN SA achieves level one B-BBEE status

The strategic intent was for MTN to reach this important level within three years, but it has achieved this target in only two years.

MTN wants to recognise your everyday hero

The company calls on South Africans to give a 'shout-out' to their COVID-19 heroes so they can get the recognition they deserve.

MTN guarantees easy data access with EverydayGigs, first-to-market data solution

MTN customers can buy 1GB of data for one day for R29; or pay R149 upfront for a daily allocation of 1GB of data every day for seven days.

Unisa students get major boost on data, connectivity ahead of May/June 2020 exams

The business agreement with MTN will see all currently registered Unisa students receive 30GB of data per month for a period of two months.

MTN joins forces with government to curb COVID-19 infections in SA's primary pandemic hotspots

The company has joined forces with government to curb COVID-19 infections in SA's primary pandemic hotspots.

MTN signs agreement with Competition Commission on reduced, inclusive data pricing initiatives

The company signs an agreement with the Competition Commission on reduced, inclusive data pricing initiatives.

MTN brings lowest-ever social bundle prices to MoMo users and waives MoMo cash in service fee to offer SA relief during COVID-19

In ongoing efforts to make tough times a little easier for South Africans to connect, MTN has introduced MoMo social bundles, at some of the lowest-ever social media data bundle prices offered by MTN in South Africa. Additionally, MTN is waiving MoMo cash in service fees.

The importance of human connection - and finding new ways to do it

During lockdown, MTN customers are still able to buy devices, recharge and manage their MTN services from home via MTN's online store.

MTN launches GiGYMa digital workout series for South African women during lockdown

The company has unveiled GiGYMa, a digital workout series designed with South African women in mind, for use during the national lockdown period.

MTN SA moves to ease COVID-19 disruption with key digital innovations, including zero-rated channels and free peer-to-peer payments

The company has introduced digital innovations including zero-rated channels and free peer-to-peer payments.

MTN voted superior network even during bouts of load-shedding

This is the third consecutive year that MTN SA has won the Lead Overall umlaut Best in Test Award.

Fightback against cell battery theft gathers pace, with recent joint operation seeing kingpin sentenced to 10 years behind bars

A recent joint operation resulted in a kingpin being sentenced to 10 years behind bars, says MTN.

MTN drives acknowledgment and inclusivity of deaf community with bespoke music tracks

The company produced DefBars, a bespoke music track using SASL for the hard-of-hearing and/or deaf community.

MTN gears up to deliver improved customer service

On 28 January, the first batch of MTN contract customers will be migrated onto the new customer service platform.

MTN launches TikTok data bundles for prepaid customers

Customised MTN TikTok data bundles are available to all prepaid customers on *136*2#.

MTN network once again voted best mobile network in a row by an independent test

An independent report found MTN to be the best mobile network in SA in the fourth quarter of 2019.

MTN readies its network for festive season

Operations are under way to cater for additional coverage and capacity requirements in selected hotspots.

MTN on data pricing

The greatest hurdle to data pricing reduction remains spectrum, says MTN.

MTN appeals to consumers to report battery theft in lead-up to festive season

With the festive session around the corner, MTN continues to appeal to communities to report theft and vandalism of network towers.

MTN Black Friday Mega Deals

New and existing MTN customers are in for big deals on Black Friday, with a number of huge savings lined up for prepaid, contract and business customers.

MTN shares 'that winning feeling' with the animals of Roodepoort SPCA

MTN gave dog-friendly cakes and donated a year's worth of dog and cat food to the Roodepoort SPCA.

First two MTN CakeCrush Competition winners drive away with VW Polo Vivos

Ntombizamabele Oscarina Maganga and Andile Angelo Manci drive away in VW Polo Vivos.

MTN gears up for Black Friday sale promotion

Black Friday deals will be available online and in-store to both individual and business customers on 29 November.

Springbok-mania hits MTN head office during Springboks' Trophy Tour visit

The Springboks' Trophy Tour made a stopover at MTN head office in Fairland, Johannesburg, to thank the employees at its headline sponsor.

Summer of rewards for MTN prepaid customers with MTN CakeCrush

Experience that winning feeling during MTN's summer campaign by playing MTN CakeCrush.

MTN cautions customers to take extra precautions to protect themselves against fraud

MTN is warning customers to be wary of divulging personal data on online platforms that can be used to defraud them.

Winners of the 2019 MTN Business App of the Year Awards revealed

Naked Insurance uses AI and chatbots to give consumers insurance cover in under three minutes.

Top innovators in IOT revealed at MTN's IoT Conference & Awards

The Informed Decisions solution took top honours at this year's MTN Business IoT & Conference Awards.

MTN SA rewards customers with 1GB of data for downloading new MTNApp

MTN SA customers who download the new MTNApp from either Google Play store or Apple App Store will get 1GB free data, valid for 24 hours.

2019 MTN Business IoT Conference & Awards finalists announced

Developers of the overall winning solution will walk away with a prize valued at R200 000.

MTN scoops multiple awards at premier ICT conference

MTN SA scooped the MyBroadband Mobile Operator of the Year and Internet Service Provider of the Year, while its CEO Godfrey Motsa was named IT Personality of the Year.

MTN celebrates 25 years of enhancing lives through superior network connectivity

As MTN celebrates 25 years of keeping the people of SA connected, it announces it has reached 95% 4G coverage across the country.

e-SIM technology now available at MTN

The e-Sim technology is available on the Samsung Galaxy Watch 42mm, which is only available to customers purchasing a 2-4-1 deal with the Samsung Galaxy Note10 or Note10+ on the newly upgraded MTN Made For Me or Sky Price plans.

MTN to host 2019 TADHack Johannesburg

TADHack, taking place on 12 and 13 October, encourages creative minds to build solutions to problems using telecoms and other application programming interfaces.

MTN SA drives deaf awareness through love of music

The company has partnered with rapper The LazarusMan and St Vincent's School for the Deaf to create a bespoke track using South African Sign Language.

Most powerful and advanced smartphones: iPhone 11, iPhone Pro, iPhone 11 Pro Max, now available at MTN stores

The iPhone 11, iPhone Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max are available by signing up or upgrading on the MTN Made for Me postpaid plans.

Most powerful and advanced smartphones

The company announced the availability of the iPhone 11 Pro and iPhone 11 Pro Max, and the dual camera iPhone 11.

Durban team reaches semi-finals of Enactus World Cup

A team of students from the Durban University of Technology placed in the top 16 at the 2019 Enactus World Cup, in California.

Innovative mobile solutions set to enhance life in SA

With 4IR a reality, MTN is transforming from being a mobile phone company to becoming a multi-purpose digital platform innovator.

MTN launches Home WiFi 120GB @R399pm and 210GB @ R599 promotions

Both deals are effective from 1 September 2019 and customers can top up their data bundles from the MyMTN App with booster bundles.

Nationwide mobile network testing project rates MTN best in SA

Following rigorous testing, MTN's network quality held the top position in a significant majority of all the areas surveyed.

MTN's Join the Boks in Japan competition gears up

MTN customers can still enter to win an all-expenses-paid trip to watch the Springboks play in the 2019 Rugby World Cup. Entries close Saturday, 31 August.

MTN launches newly-revamped premium packages - MTN Sky

MTN's new premium MTN Sky plans offer unlimited calls, unlimited SMSs and higher inclusive-data.

Severe damage, vandalism of cell tower results in 53 base stations shut down permanently, says MTN

However, severe damage and vandalism of cell towers has resulted in 53 base stations being shut down permanently, says MTN.

High performing networks key to support future connectivity requirements of enterprises, drive 4IR

Mobile network operators will play a key role in helping other industries to unlock value from digitisation, says MTN Business.

MTN warns customers of fake MTN Facebook accounts

The company alerts its customers to two fake accounts, MTN AWOOF Giveaway and MTN Free Dashout, that purport to be official MTN accounts.

'If you see it, report it': Community support, greater awareness needed to eradicate cell tower battery theft and vandalism, says MTN

MTN says a greater fightback is needed to avoid the costs of replacing batteries and fixing damaged infrastructure being passed on to consumers.

MTN prepaid customers could get up to 99% discount on newly launched MTN Ska Wara Bundle Sale promotion

MTN prepaid customers could get up to a 99% discount on the newly launched MTN Ska Wara Bundle Sale promotion.

MTN launches live 5G indoor solution at Kyalami International Convention Centre

The trial 5G network solution was launched at the Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit and International Convention Centre.

MTN slashes prepaid out-of-bundle rates by up to 75%, launches "Double Your Bundle" promotion

The rates have been cut by up to 75%, while the "Double Your Bundle" promotion will double selected prepaid voice and data bundles for the next two months.

MTN brings Huawei Mate 20 Pro to its customers

The Huawei Mate 20 Pro is available from R799 per month on the MTN Made for Me S plan.

MTN brings back Mahala Calls for prepaid subscribers

MTN launches Entertainment Pass bundles

The bundles give customers on select price plans access to Facebook, WhatsApp, Twitter, YouTube, Deezer, Simfy Africa, DStv Now and Showmax for free.

iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max now available at MTN stores

iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max are available on MTN Made for Me S plan from R999 per month.

MTN backs SA's youth to 'think tech, do business'

The MTN SA Foundation is supporting the youth entrepreneurship programme, 'Step Up to a Start Up'.

MTN to launch voice over LTE service

The HD Voice service improves clarity of voice calls on MTN's LTE network, coupled with a faster call connection time.

MTN announces shortlisted candidates in prestigious MTN Women in ICT: Partnership for Change Awards

An adjudication panel has named the top three entries in each category for the MTN Women in ICT: Partnership for Change Awards.

MTN's investment in its network pays off with improved customer experience

The company was ranked the best mobile data provider in SA, according to the MyBroadband Q3 survey.

2018 MTN Business App of the Year Awards: call for entries open

App developers stand to win a trip to Silicon Valley to the value of R200 000 in the 2018 MTN Business App of the Year Awards.

MTN rewards customers with free data for downloading the MyMTN app

All first-time downloaders of the MyMTN app will be rewarded with a free 1GB data bundle.

MTN drives growth of women in ICT sector

The 2018 MTN Women in ICT: Partnership for Change Awards aims to help close the gender gap and recognises top achievers.

MTN reiterates commitment to Free Twitter, adjusts WhatsApp pricing

The Free Twitter promotion, which is unique to MTN and which will continue, has attracted millions of users since its inception three years ago.

MTN wins ASA appeal clarifying 'Best Network' status

Vodacom must withdraw all material that bears its claim to be "SA's Best Network for 3 years in a row" with immediate effect.

MTN leverages employee volunteerism programme to empower youth

The 21 Days of Y'ello Care programme runs from 1 to 21 June, as employees lend a hand to contribute to this year's focus area, youth empowerment.

MTN employees give back for 21 Days of Y'ello Care

Employees at MTN are gearing up to kick off the annual 21 Days of Y'ello Care, on 1 June.

MTN SA, Huawei jointly launch first commercial 2G, 3G, 4G and NB-IOT spectrum sharing solution (CloudAIR 2.0)

Huawei's CloudAIR 2.0 solution enables spectrum sharing between 2G, 3G, 4G and NB-IOT radio technologies in the 900MHz band.

MTN Group commits to creating 1 000 jobs in support of YES initiative

The company has confirmed its support of the Youth Employment Service and has committed to the creation of 1 000 jobs within the first year of the YES initiative.

Get double the airtime, data bundles value when you recharge with new MTN Mass SIM card

Get double the airtime and data bundles value when you recharge with the new MTN Mass SIM card.

MTN brings another Mega Deals weekend ahead of the holiday period

Customers who sign up or upgrade for a new 24 month contract, and purchase the Samsung S8, S8 Plus or Note 8 device will receive a free 32" Samsung LED TV.

MTN announces its first Spin 'n Win millionaire

Anand Govender has pocketed a R1 million cash prize.

MTN SA, Ericsson sign MOU for 5G collaboration

The companies are collaborating on the first 5G trial in SA, to start in the first quarter of 2018.

MTN brings bright side to learners with disabilities

The MTN SA Foundation and the Department of Social Development have joined forces to hand over multimedia centres at Tshilidzini Special School.

MTN donates R500 000 to flood relief and creates a donation line for customers

MTN is donating R500 000 to help relief efforts in affected communities in KZN and Gauteng.

MTN and North West University Gallery cement partnership with arts initiative

This will enable the institution to continue to run the award-winning Art Safari outreach programme and other educational initiatives in Potchefstroom.

First CAT-M1 test in Africa for Internet of things

Ericsson and Qualcomm Technologies have successfully completed a lab trial for a Cat-M1 solution with MTN South Africa in support of MTN's Internet of things ambitions.

MTN launches its most customisable cellular packages

Made for Me gives existing and new subscribers the opportunity to tailor and design their contract package in accordance with their usage patterns and budget.

MTN announces the winners in the MTN Women in ICT: Partnership for Change Awards

The winners of the MTN Women in ICT - Partnership for Change Awards were announced at a gala event held in Johannesburg on 31 August 2017.

MTN female executives brave winter cold to raise funds for vulnerable children

MTN SA's Mapula Bodibe and MTN Business's Mandisa Ntloko donated R100 000 each to take part in the SheEO SleepOut, raising funds for a shelter for vulnerable children.

MTN extends Top Up hybrid contract to other price plans

The MTNTopUp ?allows customers to enjoy the convenience of a contract with the flexibility of recharging like PayAsYouGo, the company says.

Closing date for entries in the Women in ICT-Partnership for Change Awards looms near

The entries for nominations close on Friday, 4 August 2017, followed by the start of an adjudication process that will shortlist candidates in various categories.

MTN opens nomination entries at the launch of Women in ICT: Partnership for Change Awards

The company, in partnership with Kagiso Media and ITWeb's Brainstorm, has ?launched the second edition of the Women in ICT - Partnership for Change Awards.

MTN SA makes five executive appointments to bolster operational efficiency

The company looks to enhance operational efficiency across the operation and provide more in-depth commercial skills and experience.

MTN celebrates 10 years of community outreach as it prepares to embark on its flagship staff volunteerism programme

Integral to its 21 Days of Y'ello Care, a staff volunteerism programme, ?is the hosting of the fourth edition of the MTN 21km race on 10 June.

MTN distances itself from parody Twitter account

About six parody accounts purporting to be MTN Twitter handles have been opened since 2013.?

And the winner of the MTN Upstream competition is...

Luthando Sitatela won a house worth R3 million. Other prizes ranged from R400 000 cash, R1 million cash prizes, 4 x Mercedes Benz GLC, and 4 x BMW X5.

Huawei P10 now available at MTN stores

The latest and most advanced flagship smartphone from Huawei is now available from selected MTN stores from R399 a month.

Pre-order registrations now open for Huawei P10

MTN has opened pre-order registrations for the smartphone at selected stores and on its online store:?www.mtn.co.za.

MTN decommissions its video on demand service

MTN VU will be discontinued effective 3 May 2017.

MTN commemorates Human Rights Day with free exhibition of acclaimed Images of Human Rights collection

The art collection on display is part of the MTN SA Foundation: "Images of Human Rights" portfolio, and will run until the end of May.

MTN unveils a revamped and new-look online music platform

Its new-look and revamped online music platform, MTN Music+, offers first to market functionalities.

MTN rewards customer with R100 000 cash prize

Misiwe?Maki won R100 000 after downloading `Blou' by Laurika Rauch, which was one of the caller?tunez?in the Afrikaans is Groot consumer competition.

MTN Group appoints integrated global agency

It has appointed Omnicom Group as its integrated global agency.

MTN contributes US$1m to boost knowledge of Africa's history

The company contributed US$ 1m in support of a drive led by UNESCO to rewrite Africa's history from an African perspective.

MTN cautions its customers about bill shock and depleting data

It has embarked on an education drive to empower its customers to make informed decisions on data usage and educate them about cost-effective ways to use data.

MTN offers monthly 50GB and 10 000 minutes to new and existing customers

Customers taking out a new contract or upgrading on specific price plans on Friday, 13 January will get an extra 50GB of data and 10 000 MTN-to-MTN minutes per month.

MTN invests R5.4m in Mpumalanga

The MTN SA Foundation and the Department of Communication?handed over 11 multimedia centres to schools in Mpumalanga.

MTN introduces a Payment Break

This allows postpaid customers to take a subscription fee payment holiday during the frugal months of January and February.

MTN scoops coveted international human resources award

The company has been conferred the prestigious Africa Best Employer Brand Award by the Employer Branding Institute.

MTN's 15 years of community upliftment

The MTN SA Foundation marks 15 years of transforming people's lives through various interventions to the amount of more than R700 million.

MTN's acquisition of Smart Village is finalised

It will go into effect from today, 30 November, making Smart Village a wholly-owned subsidiary of MTN SA.

MTN SA Foundation supports two safe houses for survivors of gender based violence, refurbishes women centres with ICT equipment

It has handed over and refurbished two shelters in the Eastern Cape that will serve as safety havens for survivors of gender-based violence.

MTN extends its Black Friday promotion with #CyberMonday

Customers can receive MTN's airtime and data promotions today on #CyberMonday.

MTN offers airtime and data jackpot on Black Friday

Subscribers are in for an airtime and data bonanza when they either buy a 3G, LTE device, or sign up or upgrade for a 24 months MTN contract on Black Friday.

MTN's response on 112 emergency service

The company has issued an update on its internal investigation into an incident regarding it's emergency toll-free line.

MTN gears up to connect industries, enterprises across the continent

The company is increasing the roll-out of infrastructure to support the uptake of the Internet of things by industry and enterprises.

MTN unveils its new advertising campaign

The campaign is anchored on TV commercial featuring a Motown classic that goes viral at a busy airport via Skype.

MTN, Huawei launch first NB-IOT solution in Africa

The companies will showcase the live Smart Water Metering demo at AfricaCom 2016, in Cape Town, from 15-17 November.

MTN SA CEO scoops Businessman of the Year award

Mteto Nyati was named the Black Business Quarterly Hennessy Businessman of the Year yesterday.

MTN Business accelerates SA entrepreneurs with The Digital Entrepreneur Masterclass

It has launched its first annual Digital Entrepreneur Masterclass, to be staged in Johannesburg on 27 October.

MobiMoola wins inaugural TADHack SA challenge

The app is aimed at enabling cellphone users to pay for public transport using their airtime.

MTN zero rates access to online curriculum for university students

South African university students will now be able to access their online curriculum without incurring data costs.

Last chance for many South Africans to become investors

Black South Africans have eight days to take up this opportunity: the shares will be available until 4pm on 28 October.

MTN names preferred vendor for its outsourced call centre facilities

This follows MTN SA's annoucement last month that it will be retaining some of its call centre facilities in-house, and outsourcing some of them to a third party vendor.

MTN announces launch of iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus

Customers can pre-order the iPhone 7 and iPhone 7 Plus from Friday 7 October.

MTN launches improved discounted roaming rates

With MTN Hello World, subscribers can connect to data for R1 per MB, and can make and receive calls from R1.25 per minute.

MTN wins esteemed World Branding Awards

The company was voted Brand of the Year in the Regional tier of the World Branding Awards, in the telecommunications category.

MTN named South Africa's Most Valuable Brand...again

The company has once again been named the Most Valuable South African Brand by Brand Finance, the world's leading independent brand valuation and ratings firm.

MTN decommissions its Mobile Money service, new financial products to launch soon

The company is working with its Mobile Money partners to ensure its customers are not adversely affected.

CWU withdraws its application for an interdict against MTN

The CWU had lodged an interdict application which sought to halt MTN from going ahead with its plans of outsourcing some of its call centre facilities.

MTN appoints new chief operating officer

Enzo Scarcella will assume the role of chief operating officer from 1 December.

Millennials to drive Africa's economic rejuvenation, concerted effort required to stimulate entrepreneurship

This is the generation that will put the continent on a new growth trajectory, says Mteto Nyati, CEO of MTN SA.

TADHack 2016 coming to SA

TADhack opens entries for African telecoms developers to challenge global hackers.

MTN appoints a new Chief Digital Officer

Maxwell Takalani Nonge will take on the role effective 1 September.

MTN SA Foundation School Connectivity Programme reaches Namaqualand

It handed over a computer laboratory and ten Compujectors to eight schools in the Namaqua District in the Northern Cape as part of its school connectivity programme.

MTN to outsource its call centre facilities

In terms of a hybrid outsource model, MTN will retain some call centre facilities and will outsource others to a third party vendor.

MTN wins Ask Afrika Icon Brand survey

The company was named the Icon Brand and a winner of the Ask Afrika Internet Service Providers Category in the 2016/2017 survey.

MTN SA announces expert panel of adjudicators for Women in ICT - Partnership for Change Awards

Finalists in the different categories of?the inaugural Women in ICT - Partnership for Change Awards?will be announced on 15 August.

MTN appoints new Chief HR Officer

Nhlanhla Qwabe has been appointed in this role from 1 August 2016.

MTN pays tribute to Madiba with a song

The company partnered with Huawei to host its annual Mandela Day tribute concert, which was streamed live to MTN subscribers across Africa and the ME.

MTN adjusts fibre network packages to improve competitiveness of propositions

The company has dropped its Supersonic fibre data bundle prices by 50%, to boost the competitiveness of its propositions.

MTN SA joins forces with Kagiso Media to launch a women recognition programme

This acknowledges and celebrates the contribution made by female professionals to the growth of the ICT sector in South Africa.

MTN streamlines its warehouse operations

The company has decided not to renew labour broker contracts when they expire on 31 July.

MTN now offers Huawei P9 device

The company will be ranging the much-awaited Huawei P9 and P9 Lite LTE smartphone, for both prepaid and postpaid customer.

MTN half-marathon raises funds for ICT in education

The third edition of the annual MTN 21km half-marathon boasted just over 6 100 participants.

MTN transforming customer experience through intensified network improvement

Improved voice quality, enhanced data throughput and guaranteed network availability will be the key drivers to enrich customer experience, the company says.

Simplifying and enhancing security on MTN's information systems key to improving customer experience

Its new CIO says his focus is to simplify IT processes internally and externally, and beef up security of these systems to enhance customer experience.

MTN delivering value its digital strategy and other innovative services

This has allowed it to continue achieving milestones in providing affordable mobile broadband services, the company says.

MTN Business makes headway to be an ICT partner of choice

It plans to focus on three key areas, namely, getting the basics right, accelerating growth and diversifying its revenue streams.

Speedy allocation of spectrum a prerequisite for customer-centricity, growth of the country and development of telecoms sector

This will augur well for an improved customer experience, growth of the country and development of telecoms sector, says MTN.

MTN SA, Huawei trial 4.5G for 1Gbps network

MTN's LTE-Advanced solution uses Huawei's small cell Lampsite?product, and?is ideal for in-building deployments due to its higher capacity.

M2M technology driving agriculture's industrialisation

IOT, improved connectivity, monitoring and control applications, and M2M will help farmers improve operations and growth, says MTN.

MTN opens store with cutting-edge technology at Mall of Africa

The store offers interactive digital screens,?electronic signature?and?ID scanner,?self-service tablets?and an in-store repairs facility.

Win a share of R4m with MTN

Subscribers can walk away with R100 000 over a period of 13 weeks, with MTN's Wish It! Love It! Win It! Competition.

MTN, Ericsson lead the way with first LTE-U network

The companies have successfully trialled?LTE-Unlicensed?at MTN's flagship channel store in Morningside, Johannesburg.?

MTN appoints new chief customer experience officer

Ideshini Isabella Naidoo previously?served as the head of Corporate Channels at Barclays Africa and as CIO at FNB.

MTN zero-rates d6 Communicator

The zero-rating by MTN is expected to facilitate seamless communication between parents and schools.

MTN empowers Limpopo community with six multi-media centres

The R2.4 million investment into the community of Limpopo is part of MTN Foundations ongoing schools connectivity programme.

And the winners of the new MTN Upstream competition are...

They pocketed R1.25 million in cash and one winner received a BMW 328i Sport.

Reimolotswe Primary School wins fully connected computer laboratory

The computer lab from the MTN SA Foundation was a first prize award for the Drama category of the Baswa Le Meetsi Project and competition.

MTN Business launches converged SME ICT offers

The offers seek to provide SMEs with affordable and easy to understand ICT services and solutions to enable them to lower their costs.

MTN now offers Samsung S7 and Samsung 7 Edge from R449 a month

For a limited period, both devices will include a free Samsung Gear VR from as little as R449 a month on MY MTNChoice 100 (x36 months).

MTN acquires fibre route from Liquid Telecom

It has bought almost 400km of both Long Distance and Metro fibres connecting Pretoria and Polokwane for an undisclosed sum.

MTN empowers Soweto learners with ICT career guidance

The company supported a career expo at UJ's Soweto campus that sought to give the youth and matriculants career guidance.

MTN appoints new CIO

Benjamin Marais joins MTN from Discovery Health, where he served in a similar role.

MTN invests R2.6m in the Vaal

The MTN SA Foundation invested R2.6 million worth of computer laboratories in the Sedibeng West District of the Vaal region.?

And the new MTN brand ambassador is...

Artist and music producer,?Refiloe Maele Phoolo, popularly known as Cassper Nyovest,?will become the face of MTN.

MTN scoops exclusive Caller Tune rights to Adele's upcoming single

The company is the only telco that has clinched exclusive CRBT rights globally to Adele's new single, "Hello".

MTN now offers iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus

Customers can start purchasing the new iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus from 12:01am on 16 October.

MTN to offer iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus beginning on 16 October 2015

The company will offer the iPhone 6s and iPhone 6s Plus from 16 October.

MTN acquires Smart Village to enhance its foothold in the fibre network space

The move will accelerate the mobile operator's foothold in the fibre network space.

MTN bags prestigious international award

It was voted the Brand of the Year in the telecommunications category at the World Branding Awards in London, United Kingdom.

MTN expands its FTTH network to the Western Cape

Trenching has already begun in the suburbs of Fresnaye and Bakoven as the operator prepares to connect some 1 000 homes before the end of the year.

Buy an MTN device or data bundles, walk away with keys to your dream house worth R2m

One subscriber who buys an?MTN data bundle?or an MTN device could win a dream house worth R2?million.

MTN announces its support for open access networks as it intensifies fibre network rollout

It believes this solution will provide its customers and independent ISPs using its fibre to the home network with flexibility and a seamless customer experience.

MTN announces its support for open access networks as it intensifies fibre network rollout

The solution will provide its customers and independent ISPs utilising its?FTTH network with flexibility and a distinct customer experience, it says.

MTN partners with African artists and joins global community to celebrate the life of a global icon with a sequel concert

MTN organises artists from across Africa to perform for free at the annual second edition of the Nelson Mandela Tribute concert in Fairlands, Johannesburg.

MTN, union agree to end strike immediately

The Communication Workers Union has accepted MTN's bonus and salary adjustment policies.

And the winner of the MTN Quiz4Moola is...

The company has announced the winner of the grand prize of R1 million in cash and the runner-up, who gets all-expenses paid family trip to Disneyland.

MTN SA CEO resigns

Ahmad Farroukh's decision was unavoidable due to personal and family reasons, the group said.

MTN brings connectivity to Gautrain

The MTN network goes live today at the Park Station, Sandton and Rosebank stations.

MTN SA bags Total Telecom Best Brand Award

The company was honoured for its MTN Sky "Win a Plane" competition, which elevated its brand awareness in the past 12 months.

MTN industrial action - update

Once again, MTN emphatically rejects the allegation that it employs casual workers, the mobile operator says.

Labour Court grants MTN interdict against striking employees

Striking employees will not be allowed within a 100m radius of any of MTN's premises for the duration of the industrial action.

MTN launches new Rush Hour bundles

The Rush Hour 100MB Data Bundle costs R10 and is valid for one hour, while the R2 bundle is valid for 10 minutes.

MTN dismisses CWU allegations, reaffirms its offer, commitment to end strike

Allegations that MTN has threatened employees with dismissal and withdrawal of benefits are baseless, says the operator.

MTN reduces Steppa 2 pricing

The smartphone, now at R799, runs on an Android 4.3?operating system, has a five-megapixel camera and comes preloaded with starter apps.

MTN calls for a binding arbitration

A legally binding arbitration process can?put an end to the current industrial action, says the company.?

MTN Business makes key appointments as it poises for growth

The company has named Mandisa Ntloko as head of Enterprise Marketing, and?Claude Chetty as GM for the SME segment.

MTN remains firm on its offer, pledges to fully restore operations, reaffirms its zero tolerance stance on violence, intimidation

Reports that the strike has culminated in the bulk suspension of customers is baseless, sensationalist and alarmist, the group says.

MTN CEO apologises for lapse in service during strike

The strike, which started last Wednesday, has led to 808 Call Centres being closed and disrupted retail stores and the high value repair centre.

MTN responds to CWU

The company offers an 8% guaranteed bonus, which it maintains is better than the initial demand by the Communications Workers Union.

MTN working tirelessly to resolve the impasse, condemns violent behaviour by strikers

The company condemns the violent behaviour of protesting strikers who?have been intimidating and assaulting non-striking workers.

MTN SA to do its utmost to minimise the impact of employee strike on customer service

The company says it will do its utmost to minimise the impact of the employee strike on customer service.

MTN unveils music streaming, downloading platform

Huawei Technologies will support the MTN Music+?platform that allows?users to simultaneously stream and download music and videos offline.

MTN Business backs emerging ICT entrepreneurs

The company has partnered with New Generation Mindset to design a three-year intervention that will see 60 small ICT businesses developed.

MTN reviews its contract and data bundle prices

The reduction in?mobile termination rates, coupled with the increased costs of network investment, has necessitated a review of its pricing.

MTN optimises its network

The upgrades have commenced at various regions in SA, and include the construction of new base stations.

MTN introduces Samsung S6, S6 Edge

The 32GB Samsung 6 and 64GB Samsung 6 Edge?smartphones?are available on the?MTN Sky?packages.

MTN Business launches services that will host SMEs securely on its domain

The Bring Your Business Online?platform gives SMEs increased visibility by providing an online presence on the MTN managed domain.

MTN launches fortnight, weekly data bundles

The fortnightly data bundle is tailored to customers who want to consume a stipulated amount of data within a shorter time frame.

MTN launches unlimited cloud service

The cloud service provides customers with unlimited storage capacity across a range of devices for a monthly fee of R99.

MTN transforms enterprise business unit in SA to enhance overall client experience

The company will reorganise its MTN Business unit to strengthen its competitive advantage in the enterprise business solutions market.

MTN enables its customers to share data with family, friends without costing them a cent

MTN Data Share lets the main account holder share data with other MTN numbers to ensure unused data does not go to waste.

MTN launches video-on-demand services

The company has announced a subscription-based digital entertainment service called MTN FrontRow Services.

MTN apologises to its customers for recent network disruptions

The company has conveyed its apologies to customers following recent network disruptions.

MTN appoints industry veteran to head up MTN Business

MTN South Africa has appointed Alpheus Mangale as the Chief Enterprise Officer effective 1?December.

MTN partners with GIBS on Spirit of Youth and Career Expo 2015

Together with the Gordon Institute of Business Sciences, MTN will roll out the Spirit of Youth leadership development programme.

International stars line up to raise funds in the fight against Ebola

Top African musicians will sing a cover version of "We are the World" to help raise funds to fight Ebola.

MTN cuts Sky contract pricing

MTN South Africa has slashed the pricing on its MTN?Sky contracts until 31?January.

MTN recognised at Ask Afrika Orange Index Awards

The company was awarded for the best service in the?telecommunications?sector, and the best?call centre?in SA.

MTN calls for collaboration between mobile network operators and OTT players

A balanced co-operation is requited between mobile network operators and over the top players, says MTN.

MTN to use its world-class network, technology to break land speed record

The MTN network will be used to transmit data - in real-time - as a supersonic car attempts to break the land speed record.

MTN introduces 49 cents per minute international call tariffs

The company introduces 49 cents per minute international call tariffs to selected destinations during the promotional period.

MTN launches reverse call service

MTN Pay4Me lets?customers who have insufficient airtime to reverse call the receiver, who will be liable for the cost of the call.?

MTN SA to offer iPhone 6, iPhone 6 Plus in South Africa on 24 October 2014

MTN will offer iPhone?6 and iPhone?6?Plus in MTN Branded stores from Friday, 24 October.

MTN launches Night Express Internet Bundles to provide big data to prepaid customers at affordable prices

The promotional bundles provide big data to prepaid customers at affordable prices.

And the MTN Sky competition winner is...

Shikanth Bugwandeen was announced as the winner of the competition.

MTN unveils rollout plans, pricing for FTTH

MTN South Africa has announced plans to deploy the network nationally, with a range of competitive pricing.

MTN offers iPhone 6 and iPhone6 Plus

The company will be offering the phones from 24 October.

MTN introduces reduced roaming rates for Saudi Arabia during The Hajj

MTN South Africa launched a promotion for those travelling to Mecca for The Hajj annual pilgrimage.

MTN Business partners with City Lodge Hotel Group

MTN Business will be City?Lodge Hotel Group's connectivity and telecommunications support.

MTN WoW tiers further enhanced

The company is rewarding customers who use R20 of their airtime with R230 free airtime and 40MB of data.

MTN launches new Internet bundles on the go

The Rush Hour Internet bundle add-on lets customers purchase 10MB for R1, or 50MB for R3, valid for one hour.

MTN unveils new My MTNChoice Internet price plans

Contract customers can manage their costs in real-time, with Internet price plans ranging from R15pm for 20MB to R999pm for 20GB.

MTN the first operator to roll out HD Voice in South Africa

MTN has became the first operator in SA to offer Adaptive Multi-Rate Wideband (AMR-WB) technology.

MTN launches MTNPayAsYouGo data roaming, a first in South Africa

MTN South Africa has announced the availability of its innovative prepaid data roaming offering.

MTN deploys antennas on street lamps and pole masts to improve network coverage and quality

The purpose-built pole masts, with zero visual impact, will improve network coverage and quality?around west and northern Johannesburg.

MTN gives even more value back to customers

MTN South Africa has introduced a new WoW promotion for Prepaid and TopUp customers.

MTN PayAsYouGo now even faster with LTE

MTN South Africa has announced LTE PayAsYouGo SIM cards for its prepaid customers.

MTN voted most popular technology company

South Africans have reaffirmed their love for the MTN brand, according to the Ask?Afrika survey.

MTN is both the Strongest Brand and the Most Valuable Brand

The telecommunications company scooped two coveted awards in the 2014 Brand Finance Awards.

MTN launches MTN Pulse - Pay 29c/min when you call your MTN Pulse community

Calls to the MTN Pulse community are charged at 29 cents per minute.

MTN Business launches SME cloud services, offers free trial

MTN Business offers a range of cloud services and a free trial specifically designed for SMEs.

MTN launches dynamic mobile location app linking businesses, customers

The?MTN Business Directory Services?app?uses location-based positioning linked to MTN's network to provide a practical directory service.

MTN unveils another Africa first cooling system

Designed by REACH Renewable and AOS Consulting Engineers, the Concentrating Solar Cooling System?will power energy-hungry?data centres.

SA's first free money transfer service launched by MTN, Pick n Pay and Boxer

Customers can sign up to a Pick n Pay SIM card, powered by MTN, and register for Mobile Money,?with no monthly or annual account fees.

Win a plane with new MTN Sky offering

One customer could win a?Sling 4?2014 aeroplane or the cash value, when purchasing any of the?MTN Sky?Bundles.

Ndihamba nawe, Mafikizolo tells MTN

The Afro-pop group has taken on the role of MTN's new brand ambassador.

MTN launches Mobile Money Visa card

Mobile Money can be used to make micro-payments, conduct fund transfers, purchase airtime and prepaid electricity.

Free airtime for MTN customers

The promotion, which gives MTN prepaid and TopUp customers additional on-net airtime, will run from 21-30 June.

MTN offerings update

The MTN 1c Per Second and MTN Talk Free price plans are promotional price plans and will be available until 31 August.

New MTN SA CMO a trailblazer in industry

Larry Annetts is the current chief marketing officer of MTN Nigeria, which has over 57 million subscribers.?

MTN to partner with streaming music service simfy Africa

MTN South Africa has become the first mobile operator in the country to launch a streaming music service following an exclusive partnership with South African based simfy Africa.

Acquisition of majority shareholding in Afrihost

The company will buy a shareholding of 50% plus one share in Afrihost.

MTN gives its Internet services a facelift

MTN South Africa has introduced several new, innovative and cost-effective Internet packages.

MTN introduces a 79 cents flat rate across all networks

MTN South Africa has introduced a flat rate of 79c per minute across all networks for its prepaid customers.

MTN showcasing African innovation at 2014 Design Indaba

Smart use of technology has been central to MTN South Africa's plans at the creative industry's annual Design Indaba in Cape Town.

MTN launches its lowest guaranteed Prepaid call rate at 90c

The R30 MTN Pay As You Go bundle lets?prepaid customers experience guaranteed and reduced rates of 90c per minute for MTN to MTN calls.

MTN shows support for mining sector

MTN?Business was one of the sponsors of the 20th annual Mining?Indaba held in Cape?Town.

MTN Business repositions offerings

MTN Business introduced its new brand positioning campaign to the South African market.

MTN international call rates extended

The Lowest International Call Rates promotion will continue until the end of February.

MTN shows benefits of its world-class LTE network

The telco demonstrated its network capabilities at its Sandton City branch, allowing customers to test smart devices in store.

Beware of change of banking details scam, warns MTN SA

A phishing scam informing clients of a change in MTN's banking details is fake, says the telco.

MTN brings Internet connectivity to its feature phone market

The pilot project aims to provide customers with feature phones access to the Internet at minimal cost.

MTN introduces MTN Prestige Plus

The new package bundles more anytime minutes, SMSes and data, and includes lifestyle benefits.

MTN introduces Token Based Billing

The service will protect customers unwittingly being billed for content services they have not subscribed for by wireless application service providers.

MTN brings Internet connectivity to its feature phone market

MTN SurferLite is a pilot project that will provide customers with feature phones access to Internet at minimal cost.

MTN remembers President Mandela

Nelson Mandela leaves behind a rich legacy of reconciliation, world peace and the triumph of the human spirit over all adversity, says MTN.

MTN Internet data promotion now permanent

The company is giving customers affordable Internet rates for customers' various Internet usage needs.

MTN brings smart technologies to your doorstep through eStreet caf'es

The mobile Internet caf'es will allow customers to connect and experience the 'smart' life throughout the country.

MTN contract customers can now make international calls from as little as 75c

Customers on MTN contracts can make international calls to over 200 international destinations at reduced rates.

MTN Mobile Money users can now pay and buy through Visa

MTN Mobile Money users can now make face-to-face and online transactions wherever Visa is accepted.

MTN, Hello Doctor partner to offer mobile health solution

The companies will provide mobile health solutions to MTN's territories across Africa.

Over 2 000 children have benefited from MTN Cameroon's education campaign

Over 2 000 Cameroonian girls will go to school for the first time, thanks to MTN Group's 21 Days of Y'ello Care programme.

MTN Group records 203.8m subscribers

Data revenue for the group increased by 34.7% year-on-year, says MTN Group.

MTN shortlisted for three AfricaCom Awards

A schools connectivity project to bring broadband Internet to schools in remote parts of Swaziland is one of the company's entries this year.

We mean business - mtnbusiness.com

The company has unveiled its new Web site - www.mtnbusiness.com - across the 24 markets where it operates.

MTN Business App of the Year winners

SnapScan won App of the Year, and the award for best IOS consumer went to DStv.

Brand Africa 100 names MTN as Africa's top brand

The Brand Africa 100 award for the Most Admired and Valuable African Brand was presented to MTN at the African Business Awards.

MTN sponsors youths to attend global summit

The One Young World Summit will be held in Johannesburg from 2-5 October.

New MTN campaign takes viewers on journey to bold, new digital world

MTN's new campaign traces the evolution of the wallet and the book.

MTN supports biggest gathering of journalists

The Highway Africa Conference is currently on at Rhodes University, in Grahamstown.

MTN recognised as a top employer

Based on talent management, succession planning, innovative culture and corporate social investment, MTN scooped the Top Employer Award for 2013/14.

MTN is SA's most valuable brand

The company came out tops in the BrandFinance Most Valuable Brands Survey, for a second consecutive year.

MTN appoints Head of Mobile Financial Services

S'erigne Dioum will be responsible for driving MTN Mobile Money and related mobile financial services and products across the MTN footprint.

Results of MTN Zakhele Annual General Meeting

Trading of MTN Zakhele ordinary shares between existing shareholders and eligible members of the black public is due to start at the end of November 2013.

MTN strengthens its leadership structures

The company has made key appointments within MTN Group and at its key operations in Ghana, Nigeria and SA.

MTN's new suite of BlackBerry Service plans now available

MTN BlackBerry customers can benefit from the BlackBerry Internet Service for R59 per month.

MTN SA and CSG International team up to bring first ever optimised routing solutions to South Africa

The relationship will help MTN SA Carrier Services improve product offerings, boost the wholesale customer experience and simplify operations.

MTN congratulates successful bidders for Myanmar telecoms licence

The company has congratulated the two successful bidders that were issued operating licences.

MTN extends current mobile data price reductions

The company announced an extension of its big mobile data sale until 30 September 2013.

MTN enriches its BlackBerry Internet Service portfolio

From 14 July, MTN will introduce a new suite of BlackBerry service plans.

MTN enriches its BlackBerry Internet Service portfolio

The company introduces a new suite of BlackBerry service plans to cater for customer needs based on their data usage patterns.

MTN remains committed to affordable mobile costs for consumers

The mobile network operator says it welcomes and supports the ICASA "Cost to Communicate Programme".

Inadequate backhaul holding back West Africa's full integration into digital age

West Africa still has to overcome massive challenges to fully integrate into the digital age, said MTN at the Connecting West Africa Conference.

No more slow broadband speeds on mobile devices

MTN customers can now access long-term evolution over an extended South African footprint.

No more slow broadband speeds on mobile devices

MTN customers can now access broadband speeds of up to 70mbps, the company says.

MTN South Africa wins global innovation award

MTN received the Global Telecoms Business award for wireless network infrastructure innovation.

MTN SA wins global innovation award

The company won the Global Telecoms Business award for wireless network infrastructure innovation.

MTN submits application for telecommunications licence in Myanmar

The Telecommunications Operator Tender Evaluation and Selection Committee is expected to announce the successful bidders on 27 June.

MTN announces changes to Group EXCO, new CEO for SA operation

Karel Pienaar was named group chief strategy officer, and Zunaid Bulbulia as CEO of MTN South Africa.

Education in spotlight as MTN kicks off annual staff volunteer programme

The company embarks on its annual staff volunteer programme, 21 Days of Y'ello Care, this Saturday, 1 June.

A suspect in connection with stealing airtime vouchers arrested

The individual has been arrested and the matter is now sub-judice.

Results of MTN Annual General Meeting and changes to the Board of Directors

All special resolutions contained in the notice of the AGM were passed, and Phuthuma Nhleko was appointed executive director and Chairman.

MTN vindicated on whistleblower dismissal allegations

The court found no merit to Mankakane Violet Magagane's allegations that she was retrenched for lifting the lid on alleged corruption.

MTN - from the tip of Africa to the top of the world

MTN climbed nine places to 79th position, with an overall increase in brand value of 23%, in the Millward-Brown Brandz Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands 2013 survey.

MTN's Myanmar licence bid gathers momentum

The company has stepped up its awareness campaign in South East Asia by detailing its achievements in emerging markets to the Myanmar media.

MTN says: 'Hello Myanmar, we're here to connect you to the world'

MTN has pre-qualified to compete for a telecommunications licence in Myanmar, along with 11 other companies.

MTN welcomes Turkcell's withdrawal of its US lawsuit

MTN said the claim lacked legal merit and there was no basis for it to be brought before a US Court.

MTN Uganda successfully launches LTE network in Uganda, making it one of the first in the region

The service offers almost triple the speed of any existing mobile connection available commercially in Uganda and in the region.

MTN pre-qualified for Myanmar telecommunications licence opportunity

MTN was one of 12 operators that have been pre-qualified to submit bids for two nationwide telecommunications licences in the country.

MTN goes live with cloud offering after successful trial

Following a successful trial, the company will go live with MTN Cloud in Ghana and Nigeria on 10 April.

Africa's ICT environment should be conductive to meet demands of tomorrow's consumer

Themba Khumalo, MTN Group operations executive, spoke at the 11th Innovation Africa Digital Summit, yesterday.

Director Public Prosecutions withdraws tax evasion case against MTN executives

The Director of Public Prosecutions has withdrawn the tax evasion case against MTN Uganda executives.

MTN Group results for the year ended 31 December 2012 reflect solid progress in growing subscribers, revenue and EBITDA

MTN's results for the year ended 31 December 2012 reflect solid progress in growing subscribers, revenue and EBITDA.

Judge throws out tax evasion charges against MTN Uganda

The criminal summons alleging tax evasion against senior management and the board of directors of MTN Uganda was declared null and void.

MTN launches global brand campaign to articulate new strategic direction

The company's latest multi-channel global brand campaign signals the end of first and third worlds, and the beginning of the new, digital world.

MTN launches cloud services pilot project in key African markets

MTN will offer its MTN Cloud bouquet of services in six key African markets as part of a pilot project.

MTN sponsors young leaders to attend global summit in USA

The company will sponsor 22 youth from its operating countries in MEA to attend the One Young World Summit 2012 in the US.

Recharge Giveback promotion: bigger and better

Customers on the MTN Pay as you Go CPS price plan can get up to 50% more free airtime over weekends when they recharge in the week.

MTN Zakhele hosts second AGM

The purpose of the AGM was to approve resolutions proposed in the notice posted to shareholders in August.

MTN Leads Africa's Media Development at Highway Africa

The company will sponsor the Highway Africa Conference next week, at Rhodes University, in Grahamstown.

Pick up the latest August edition of MTN Y'ello Deals Magazine for awesome End of August offers!

The August issue features bundle, dynamite, upgrade and pay as you go deals.

MTN Group delivered satisfactory set of results to June 2012

Revenue is up 17.5% to R66.426 million in the six months to June 2012.

Zandspruit Primary School celebrates Mandela Day, courtesy of MTN

In celebration of Mandela Day, MTN donated bicycles, shoes and kitchen equipment to Zandspruit Primary School and its learners.

MTN employees to fly Mandela Day flag in Africa, Middle East

MTN employees will mark the day by doing good for humanity in tribute to Nelson Mandela.

MTN files motion to dismiss Turkcell's US claim

The MTN Group filed a motion to dismiss the case filed against it in a US federal court.

Former MTN Zambia CEO to head up Enterprise Business at MTN Group

Farhad Khan will head up the newly created portfolio, reporting to group chief commercial officer, Christian de Faria.

Statement from MTN Group President, CEO Sifiso Dabengwa

The company wants to reassure stakeholders it is taking steps to deal with the Turkcell allegations against it.

ICT innovations key to saving costs, reducing environmental impact

The ICT industry has a pivotal role to play in managing climate change, health and education in emerging markets, says MTN.

MTN Group launches MTNMMO.COM international money transfer to MTN Mobile Money customers

MTN Mobile Money customers can now receive international remittances directly on their mobile phones.

Court grants Lonestar Cell MTN stay order on further actions by LTA

A court granted the Liberian mobile operator a stay order against the LTA's resolution to suspend its operating licence.

Seventeenth Annual General Meeting - business update and projects

The majority of the markets in which MTN operates showed strong subscriber growth despite high levels of competition.

MTN highest ranked on the continent in BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands

The company was named Africa's most valuable brand, in the BrandZ Top 100 Most Valuable Global Brands 2012 survey.

MTN leads West Africa Cable System, launched in Cape Town

The company spent more than US$100 million in the West Africa Cable System, which was unveiled on Friday.

Mobile weather service improves safety of fishermen in Uganda

MTN Uganda, in partnership Uganda Department of Meteorology, will deliver the mobile service to MTN customers.

Subscriber, Average Revenue Per User (ARPU) numbers for quarter ended 31 March 2012

The group recorded 170 573 000 subscribers at 31 March, up 3.7% from the previous quarter.

MTN Group appoints operations executive

Themba Khumalo, currently MTN Uganda CEO, becomes operations executive for the group.

MTN to oppose Turkcell claim; reaffirms commitment to independent Hoffmann investigation

There is no legal merit to Turkcell's claim for damages related to the award of a GSM licence to Irancell, says MTN.

MTN awarded universal licence in Benin, launches 3G in Cote d'Ivoire

The company was awarded universal 3G licences for Benin and Cote d'Ivoire.

MTN jumps up in global rankings, retains its number one Africa spot

The company maintains its position as Africa's only company in the Brand Finance Global 500 grading.

No more pits and pebbles as MTN brings Oware to the phone

The board game will soon be made available for download on the MTN App Store.

MTN boosts African Opera Mini users by 1 665%

In 12 months, MTN subscribers have increased their use of Opera Mini by 1 665%.

MTN Group adds new distribution channel for MTN Mobile Money in Zambia

The MTN Mobile Money service will now be available in Zambia.

Potential legal action by Turkcell Iletisim Hizmetleri AS

MTN has zero tolerance for corruption and unethical business practices, the company stated.

Get your Ayobaness back, win R5 000 for five days

The company will give away R5 000 to one customer each day, for five days at the end of January, February and March 2012.

MTN to permanently increase maximum download speed limits for MTN uncapped Internet

The mobile operator will permanently increase its maximum speed limits on its uncapped services.

MTN gives back to its contract customers

The network is rewarding customers with 20% of their recharge value as free airtime.

MTN rewards customers in frugal times

The Yello Surprises Campaign will reward every 500th customer who recharges with double their recharge value.

MTN launches iconic iPhone 4S

The latest iPhone was available on contract at selected MTN stores from 16 December.

Offering affordable cellphones to keep South Africa connected

The MTN S50S retails for R79 at Pep stores nationwide.

MTN Foundation pledges multimedia centre

The organisation has donated a multimedia centre to the Bakgofa Primary School, in Rustenburg.

New MTN customers receive R120 free airtime

Customers who purchase a prepaid starter pack will receive R120 free airtime every time they recharge with R60.

MTN enhances its Me2U service

Customers can now send airtime as often as they want, while the maximum daily limit has been increased.

MTN Eazi Recharge shows strong growth

The service lets users purchase airtime via handsets using compatible Visa/Mastercard credit or debit cards.

MTN pilots LTE in Cape Town

The company tested its long-term evolution network in Cape Town, at the 2011 AfricaCom Conference.

Insights on customers key to network deployment

Addressing the 2011 AfricaCom conference, MTN said the customer must inform smart network planning and deployment.

MTN extends MTN Zone discount time

Subscribers on MTN Zone will now benefit from free talk time between 1am and 4am throughout the week.

MTN introduces SMS fraud safety measure

The company has introduced a solution that filters out unsolicited SMSes before they are forwarded to its clients.

MTN wins highly contested Ask Afrika Orange Index awards

The company topped the telecommunication provider and ISP categories in the Ask Afrika Orange Index survey.

MTN scoops best employer of the year award, most empowered employer

The company walked away with the 2011/2012 Corporate Research Foundation Best Employer award.

Attractive laptop deals only an MTN store away

Laptop bundles include the Acer Aspire D255 Netbook with 75MB for R189 per month.

MTN Business launches exciting new range of enterprise applications - first for African market

The 20 enterprise-specific applications are focused on giving enterprises more business control.

MTN recognised as being most socially responsible

The MTN SA Foundation focuses on education, health, arts and culture, and entrepreneurial development, reveals a First Principles study.

MTN goes for gold

The company took home three gold awards at this year's Prism Awards event.

MTN innovates with Man U competition

By using social media, prospective winners are becoming MTN ambassadors, the company says.

MTN, RIM announce new BlackBerry Bold 9780 smartphone in SA

The BlackBerry Bold 9780 smartphone is now available for customers in SA.

MTN brand rated as most valuable on continent

According to a league table compiled by Brandirectory, the company is valued at US$4.7 billion.

2010 FIFA World Cup sponsorship voted as Ayoba

MTN won the Best Sponsorship of a Sport Event at the inaugural Virgin Active Sport Industry Awards.

MTN brings consumers affordable Internet on their TVs

The home phone and Internet device in one includes a built-in 3G modem that supports 7.2Mbps connectivity.

MTN introduces 50% discount MMS promotion

The MyValentine's MMS promotion will run from 12 to 16 February.

MTN brings 'Man U' experience to subscribers

Winners will see football giant Manchester United play at Old Trafford.

MTN network ready for the festive season

The investment MTN SA has made in its network has left the operator fully prepared for the festive season traffic.

MTN introduces HTC Android software updates over the air

HTC Desire users on the Ayoba network can get FOTA updates to ensure their smartphones have the latest software.

American Tower Corporation, MTN Group announce formation of Towerco Ghana

The companies have entered into a definitive agreement to establish a joint venture in Ghana, called TowerCo Ghana.

Talk for free for an hour, when you buy MTN R30 recharge voucher

PayAsYouGo customers on the Call per Second plan, who buy recharge vouchers for R30 or more, will 'earn' an hour's worth of airtime.

MTN SA Foundation officially launches 16 Days of Activism

The 16 Days of Activism for No Violence against Women and Children is a United Nations campaign that takes place annually.

MTN's Karel Pienaar honoured by SAIEE

The MD received the SAIEE President's Award at the South African Institute of Electrical Engineers' annual banquet.

MTN first to market with Nokia N8

The smartphone features a 12-megapixel camera and 720p high-definition video.

MTN Business drives SME partnerships

The operator drives SME partnerships as smaller businesses increasingly move towards outsourced technology.

Smartphones + MTN infrastructure = a match made in heaven

The Apple smartphone went on sale in SA at midnight last night.

MTN unveils multiple SIM solution

The Dual Call 2 product allows users to have two SIM cards linked to the same contract.

MTN New Contemporaries Art Award 2010 - the winner is revealed

Kemang Wa Luhelere was the overall winner of the MTN New Contemporaries Art Award 2010.

MTN strengthens smartphone range with new BlackBerry models

The BlackBerry Curve 3G 9300 and BlackBerry Pearl 3G 9105 smartphones are available from MTN SA.

MTN signs MOU with Moretele community

The MTN SA Foundation will provide additional assistance to the community.

MTN's Serame Taukobong awarded Marketing Personality of the Year

Serame Taukobong was named the 2010 Sunday Times Marketing Personality of the Year.

MTN extends helping hand to survivors of Pieter Wessels Home fire

The company donated clothing to the residents of the Pieter Wessels Frail Care & Community Centre.

MTN Facebook users can now get SMS notifications

SMS Notifications include friend requests, messages received, wall posts, and status updates.

2010 World Cup shows off MTN network

The MTN network carried approximately one terabyte of traffic in locations like stadiums, airports, and fan parks.

MTN improves enterprise productivity with digital assistant

The Motorola ES400 EDA helps business users increase productivity and reduce costs.

MTN network traffic volumes soar

The company's network remained stable and 100% operational leading up to and during the 2010 Fifa World Cup opener.

MTN introduces Ayoba call rates for 2010 World Cup

The company has reduced call rates in celebration of the 2010 World Cup.

MTN Play brings Ayoba experience to your cellphone

The portal will provide subscribers with live match updates either through a premium or standard package.

MTN network ready to deliver seamless, quality service

The company is the first African global sponsor of the 2010 Fifa World Cup.

MTN ready to 'Ayobamise' SA, 2010 visitors

The MTN stake in the 2010 Fifa World Cup encompasses innovative products and solutions.

MTN connects 15 schools in Mpumalanga

The company foundation unveiled its school-based development programmes at the Engabezweni High School.

MTN bringing World Cup to communities

With a soccer theme, the Y'ello Care Programme helped disadvantaged individuals across the country.

Find your nearest 'hot spots' with MTN

MTN Compass enables customers to find points of interest closest to where the users are.

MTN intros uncapped broadband

The company offers two uncapped Internet packages subject to a fair usage policy of 3GB and 10GB respectively.

MTN alleviates shortage of skills through teleteaching

Through its Foundation arm, MTN is assisting the government to alleviate the shortage of skilled educators.

Talk 702 sweeps the boards at MTN Radio Awards

The MTN Radio Awards recognise on-air excellence in the burgeoning South African radio sector.

MTN SA empowers Eastern Cape community with R27m investment

The MTN SA Foundation will invest R9 million into the area, and R18 million over the next two years.

MTN brings health services to Fort Beaufort community

The MTN SA Foundation provides access to healthcare in the Eastern Cape community.

MTN connects 15 schools in Nkonkobe District Municipality

The Nkonkobe District Municipality was identified as one of the most under-resourced regions in the Eastern Cape.

MTN - Win a chance to see Black Eyed Peas with MTN

Subscribers who upgrade their handset to a BlackBerry smartphone before 10 May could win.

MTN unveils per-second broadband, drops out-of-bundle rates

The company will reduce its out-of-bundle data rates by up to 84%.

World-class football brought onto doorsteps of SA fans

Manchester United Football Club and MTN have concluded a three-and-a-half-year business partnership.

Categories for MTN Radio Awards announced

The ceremony will take place at Montecasino on 15 May 2010.

MTN connects communities of the Mantsopa Municipality with innovative healthcare

Telemedicine technology allows patients to receive comprehensive care at a local clinic or hospital.

MTN first in offering lowest per second call rates all day, now that's Ayoba!

Customers now pay less than 3c per second on all calls made during the day.

Segofole Sepeke rural school in Sekhukhune gets connected

MTN unveiled its school-based development programmes at the Segofole Sepeke High School, in Limpopo.

MTN readies network for World Cup

The company invested R7.1 billion to upgrade its network and infrastructure, which now covers 98% of the country.