TELECOMS INSIGHTS | 24 JUNE 2019 How mobile network operators are evolving and investing to service everyone Absa | Corporate and Investment Banking > Insights and Events > How mobile network operators are evolving and investing to service everyone Premeshin Naidoo Regional Head Sector: Global Clients SHARE Premeshin Naidoo unpacks the unique value propositions of African telcos. In this instalment of the 2019 Absa Insights Series Premeshin Naidoo, Regional Head Sector: Global Clients, Absa CIB leads a panel discussion with Bora Varliyagci, Chief Executive of Digitalthings, and Juanita Clark, Chief Executive, FTTX Council Africa. Video highlights: The cost of data and access to networks capable of handling data-intensive applications has been a hot button issue in South Africa for years. Providing communication services is capital intensive and driven mostly by private investors who expect a return. The solution requires a new way of looking at the overall value of providing data to all communities. Premeshin NaidooRegional Head Sector: Global Clients https://cib.absa.africa/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/file_example_MP3_700KB.mp3 Related Articles TELECOMS INSIGHTS How telecommunication companies are using technology in agriculture and healthcare in Africa Connected phones can save lives and secure food. Prasanna Nana provides her thoughts on how telecommunication companies are aiding the Agriculture and Healthcare sector in Africa. Read more TELECOMS INSIGHTS Rural connectivity requires innovative solutions Feasible rural connectivity in South Africa is critical, but it remains an unattractive prospect for investors. Is there a solution? Read more TELECOMS INSIGHTS Digitisation represents a brave new world with infinite promise Absa's Premeshin Naidoo reviews the telecommunications sector.
