Orange and Vodacom form tower JV in Democratic Republic of Congo
To support the connectivity plans, the duo have pledged to jointly build up to 2,000 new solar-powered base stations over the next six years, which will provide 2G and 4G
According to the telcos, the JV will extend network coverage for up to 19 million people in less densely populated rural areas of the DRC. To support the connectivity plans, the duo have pledged to jointly build up to 2,000 new solar-powered base stations over the next six years, which will provide 2G and 4G connectivity.
Vodacom and Orange carried out 5G tests in DRC in 2023. Subscribe to The Telecoms & Connectivity Channel for regular news round-ups, market reports, and more.
Vodacom and Orange have joined hands to form, a first of its kind, rural towerco partnership in Africa. Through this partnership, the companies will collaborate to build, own, and operate solar-powered mobile base stations in underserved areas of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
It may encourage other operators to adopt sustainable and inclusive practices. Overall, the Vodacom and Orange JV could be a definitive step toward bridging the digital divide in the DRC and beyond. In a strategic move to bolster mobile network coverage, Vodacom and Orange have established a joint venture focused on the DRC.
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