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Shared infrastructure key to closing Africa’s $100bn digital gap — MTN senior executive
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Shared infrastructure key to closing Africa’s $100bn digital gap — MTN senior executive

From The New Times · () English

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  • MTN Group Senior Vice President Ebenezer Twum Asante stated that shared infrastructure is crucial for bridging Africa's $100 billion digital divide.
  • Asante highlighted the need for collaboration between governments and the private sector to achieve this goal.
  • He emphasized that improved digital infrastructure will drive economic growth and development across the continent.

Ebenezer Twum Asante, Senior Vice President for Markets at MTN Group, believes that shared infrastructure is the key to overcoming Africa's significant digital gap, estimated at $100 billion. Speaking in an interview on the sidelines of the Africa CEO Forum, Asante stressed the importance of collaboration between governments and private sector entities to achieve this objective.

He articulated that by pooling resources and infrastructure, the continent can accelerate the expansion of digital services, making them more accessible and affordable for a larger population. This, in turn, is expected to foster innovation, create new economic opportunities, and drive overall development across Africa.

Asante's remarks underscore MTN's commitment to playing a pivotal role in Africa's digital transformation, advocating for strategic partnerships that can unlock the continent's full potential in the digital age.

Shared infrastructure is key to closing Africa’s $100bn digital gap

— Ebenezer Twum AsanteSpeaking on the importance of infrastructure for digital access in Africa.
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