The article explores how Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) are revolutionizing mobile services by offering affordable and personalized connectivity options to consumers. By leveraging existing infrastructure, MVNOs enable telcos, financial institutions, and retailers to introduce customized offerings that attract customers through lower data and airtime prices, as well as loyalty rewards. Despite challenges in South Africa’s market, MVNOs like Capitec Connect and Standard Bank Mobile have found success by tapping into existing customer bases. The piece also discusses the vital role of cost-effective Operational Support and Business Support Systems (OSS/BSS) in scaling MVNOs, particularly in emerging markets where traditional telco solutions are often prohibitively expensive. The future of MVNOs lies in their ability to innovate, scale, and serve the underserved communities with better connectivity solutions.
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Driving Ethiopia’s Digital Issuing Revolution – Two Sides of the Same Coin
This article provides an in-depth look at Ethiopia’s digital issuing revolution, examining the dual aspects of technological advancements and regulatory frameworks. It highlights the efforts to foster a digital economy, offering a comprehensive analysis of the opportunities and challenges in transforming Ethiopia’s financial landscape.
Multi-Billion Dolar Investment Signals New Era of Industrial Transformation for West Africa
West Africa is on the brink of a major industrial transformation, fueled by a multi-billion dollar investment. This landmark initiative is expected to boost economic development, enhance industrial capabilities, and create new opportunities for businesses and workers alike.
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Shelter Afrique Development Bank and the African Union Sign Historic MOU to Strengthen Housing and Urban Development in Africa
Shelter Afrique Development Bank (ShafDB) and the African Union (AU) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to address Africa’s housing and urban development challenges. The partnership aims to reduce the housing deficit, promote sustainable urbanization, and foster economic growth across the continent. By leveraging innovative solutions, policy development, and resource mobilization, this collaboration is set to have a transformative impact on Africa’s housing and urban infrastructure needs.
Benchmarking financial inclusion through innovation
Explore the importance of benchmarking financial inclusion through innovation in Africa. Learn how data-driven strategies and emerging technologies like AI and geospatial mapping are advancing financial access, tackling challenges, and bridging the digital divide to create equitable financial solutions.
Digitisation as Africa’s Great Equaliser in Financial Services
Access to financial services in Africa had for decades been defined by disparities—between rural and urban areas, between men and women, between small businesses and larger enterprises. It meant that millions, especially the continent’s most vulnerable populations, were excluded from the formal economy, curbing entrepreneurship, restricting access to credit, and stifling upward financial mobility for far too long.
SAFPS Warns: Technology is Emerging as a Major Battleground in the Fight Against Fraud
International Fraud Awareness Week is a global annual event dedicated to raising awareness about the widespread issue of fraud and showcasing the efforts across various sectors to combat this growing challenge.
Absa Closes Significant Trade Finance Facility with BII
Absa has successfully secured a $150 million facility from British International Investment (BII) PLC as part of its mission to help close the trade finance gap in Africa.
MIGA and ATIDI collaborate to streamline African investments
The Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), a member of the World Bank Group Guarantees, and the African Trade & Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) have signed a three-year partnership to accelerate foreign direct investment throughout Africa.