January 2025 – Page 3 – Hakuna Matata Media

Vodacon, Orange unvaile Afrian’s First Rral TowerCo Partnership

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Vodacom and Orange have launched Africa’s first rural TowerCo partnership to address the challenges of network coverage in underserved areas. The collaboration aims to build, own, and manage solar-powered mobile base stations in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), providing telecom and mobile banking services to up to 19 million people in rural and less populated areas. This partnership is a significant step toward bridging the digital divide in the country, ensuring better access to essential services for millions of Congolese citizens.

Matercard Launches Ghana Office, Boosts West Africa Operations

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Mastercard has taken a major step in expanding its presence in West Africa with the opening of its first office in Accra, Ghana. This strategic move underscores Mastercard’s dedication to supporting the region’s rapidly growing digital economy. By offering tailored financial products and services, Mastercard aims to strengthen its role in Ghana’s financial landscape and foster inclusive growth in the country.

Stc pay, Mastercard partners for Alipay Remittances

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stc pay, Bahrain’s leading mobile wallet provider, has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first company in the country to offer secure and efficient remittances to Alipay, China’s top digital open platform under Ant Group. This development is powered by Mastercard Move, which facilitates fast and secure international money transfers. The collaboration builds on Mastercard’s earlier connection with Alipay, marking a key step in enhancing stc pay’s portfolio of digital financial services.