Business
Personal
Afghanistan
Benin
Botswana
Cameroon
Congo-Brazzaville
Cyprus
Ethiopia
Ghana
Guinea Bissau
Guinea Conakry
Iran
Ivory Coast
Kenya
Liberia
Namibia
Nigeria
Rwanda
South Africa
South Sudan
Swaziland
Syria
Uganda
Yemen
Zambia
We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. By using our website you agree to our Cookie Policy.
A cookie is generally a tiny data file that resides on your computer, mobile phone, or other device, and allows MTN to recognise you as a user when you return to the MTN online store website using the same computer and web browser.
There are different types of cookies. Here are two examples.
A “persistent” cookie – this cookie is set once you’ve logged on to a website. The next time you visit the website, the persistent cookie will allow the website to recognise you as an existing user or registered user so you will not need to log in before using the services. However if you wish to access or change any of your payment information (like a credit card number) or your registered information, you must log in securely again with your password, even if your computer contains a persistent cookie.
A “session” cookie – this cookie is used to identify a particular visit to a website. Session cookies expire after a short time or when you close your web browser.
You can remove or block cookies using the settings in your browser, but in some cases doing so may impact your ability to use the website.
25March 2022
MTN Business, Huawei Technologies sign 5G MOU with mining companies
25/03/2022
MTN Business, Huawei Technologies South Africa, Miniandante Mining company (PTY) LTD and Minetec Smart Mining (PTY) LTD have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to offer 5G technologies equipment and connectivity.
The agreement will allow MTN Business and Huawei to provide 5G equipment and connectivity and aims to provide high-speed 5G broadband access and security assurance throughout the mining areas. Once complete, the mining participants will mark a significant step forward in the digital transformation of the local mining industry. It will effectively demonstrate how several emerging technologies can be combined with 5G to improve functions across the mines, including ore screening, mining equipment automation, transmission equipment automation, and underground safety.
Wanda Matandela, Chief Enterprise Officer at MTN Business says “The mining industry is at the crossroads of significant technological changes. At MTN Business, we are excited to be playing a leading role in this space by using our world-class network and systems to promote the growth and sustainability of our enterprise customers.”
“We have invested over R50bn in modernising our network for the past five years, this investment has put MTN in a greater position to offer cutting edge, faster and seamless connectivity to its customers. The partnership with mining companies will see all parties involved reaping the benefits of our best network,” says Matandela.
This advancement will become increasingly important as South Africa looks to remain competitive in the global mineral and resources space. This partnership is a game-changer that will transform old mining processes. As the world moves toward Fourth and Fifth Industrial Revolutions, technologies such as 5G will play a crucial part in ensuring that companies gain a competitive edge in the market.
The application of digital technologies, both in their current form and in future digital forms such as artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning (ML), big data analytics, and the Internet of Things (IoT) is increasingly pivotal to mining success.
Information technology drives innovation and innovation is the path to business success. Business innovation has the same impact that steam had on the industrial revolution. In a more complex and digital environment today, it’s hard to imagine any business that has not benefited from the digital revolution.
Artificial intelligence (AI) is arguably the most exciting field within computing and combined with the Internet of Things (IoT). A digital era has opened up a world of endless possibilities and opportunities, businesses can maximise efficiency and work smarter with more and more digital solutions available in the market.
The players in the space which understand that and use these technologies as enablers are the ones most likely to thrive going forward. Information technology fosters innovation in business. Innovation results in smarter apps, improved data storage, faster processing, and wider information distribution. Innovation makes businesses run more efficiently, increases value, enhances quality, and boosts productivity in many companies globally.
The digital era has not only changed how we work, but it has also opened up new opportunities for young people in the ICT space and created more jobs. The future has finally arrived and the speed of operating in this new environment has challenged many industries as well.
MTN Business has joined the global evolution and has become a part of the technological solutions the world needs to advance more and more business in South Africa for them to thrive in a challenging economy.
-End-
ISSUED BY:
Leigh-Ann Chetty, Senior Manager: Public Relations, MTN SA
Cell: 083 209 1310
E-mail: Leigh-Ann.Chetty@mtn.com
Mthokozisi Ndlovu, Manager: Communications and Public Relations, MTN SA
Cell: 083 209 2683
E-mail: Mthokozisi.Ndlovu@mtn.com
ABOUT MTN GROUP
Launched in 1994, the MTN Group is a leading emerging markets operator with a clear vision to lead the delivery of a bold new digital world to our 240 million customers in 21 countries in Africa and the Middle East. We are inspired by our belief that everyone deserves the benefits of a modern connected life. The MTN Group is listed on the JSE Securities Exchange in South Africa under the share code “MTN”. We are pursuing our BRIGHT strategy with a major focus on growth in data, fintech and digital businesses.
Visit us at www.mtn.com or www.mtn.co.za
Follow us on Twitter @MTNza
‘MTN has been exceptional in service and we at UMEME LTD find it extremely easy to recommend them to any serious business in search of a stable, reliable and competitive ISP provider.’ Nelson M. Bagenda - IT Service Delivery Manager UMEME Ltd, Uganda
‘"Une stratégie claire a tous les citoyens et à tous les employés contribue à faire avancer la societe et l'enterprise."’ Donald Kaberuka - Président de la Banque Africaine de Developpement
‘"IL faut se dire Qu'échouer N'est pas une option."’ Stanislas Zeze - CEO & Chairman de Bloomfield Investment
‘Etre Leader C'est savoir parfois partir de zéro pour atteindre la premier place.’ Habib Koné - Directeur Général de la Banque Atlantique Côte d'Ivoire
