by AKANI CHAUKE
JOHANNESBURG, (CAJ News) – MTN South Africa is investing R200 million (US$11,3 million) to boost connectivity across the Western Cape province.
This is part of a R4,5-billion national network investment.
In the Western Cape, MTN will build new base stations, modernise sites and upgrade more than 600 existing sites.
These improvements include better backup power, enhanced site security and expanded 4G and 5G coverage keeping customers connected even during load shedding or high network demand.
“Our customers deserve reliable, high-speed connectivity whether they are in the heart of Cape Town or in township,” saidNoluthando Pama, General Manager of MTN in the Western Cape.
“This investment is about giving our customers a network they can depend on, for learning, working, connecting with loved ones, and accessing digital services that improve everyday life.”
The upgrades form part of MTN’s Ambition 2025 strategy to bridge the digital divide in South African.
This year’s investment is specifically looking at areas such as Delft, Khayelitsha, Laingsburg, Langa and Mitchells Plain Philippi.
MTN has modernised towers in Cape Town, Eersterivier and Greater Stellenbosch.
MTN expects the Western Cape network enhancements to be completed by the end of 2025.
– CAJ News
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