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IHS Towers Expands Partnership With Airtel Africa by Renewing and Expanding Contract in Nigeria

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Wednesday, February 7, 2024

The agreement includes 2,500 colocations in addition to 5G amendments and build to suit sites to be owned and operated by IHS Nigeria.

Key Points: 
  • The agreement includes 2,500 colocations in addition to 5G amendments and build to suit sites to be owned and operated by IHS Nigeria.
  • In line with Airtel Africa’s sustainability strategy launched in October 2021, and IHS Towers’ plans to pursue its Carbon Reduction Roadmap aimed at reducing IHS Towers’ intensity metric by 50% by 2030, both companies have agreed to cooperate on new green initiatives on the collective sites going forward.
  • Sam Darwish, Chairman & CEO, IHS Towers, said “The expansion and renewal of our relationship with Airtel Nigeria is a testament to our continued commitment to serving our customers and the connectivity demands of Africa.
  • Airtel Nigeria, as well as Airtel Africa who we serve in other markets in Africa, has been a long-term partner of IHS, and I am delighted that we continue to strengthen our collaboration to help facilitate mobile connectivity in our largest market, supporting our customers in rolling out new sites throughout Nigeria.”

Media Advisory: African Private Sector Reception at COP 28 to Propel Collaborative Strategies for Sustainable Development

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

The African Private Sector Reception at COP 28, jointly hosted by the UN Global Compact Africa Business Leaders Coalition (ABLC) and Airtel Africa plc, will convene top-tier executives, heads of private sector entities, heads of states, government officials, and intergovernmental organization representatives to discuss initiatives to propel climate action and sustainable development across Africa.

Key Points: 
  • The African Private Sector Reception at COP 28, jointly hosted by the UN Global Compact Africa Business Leaders Coalition (ABLC) and Airtel Africa plc, will convene top-tier executives, heads of private sector entities, heads of states, government officials, and intergovernmental organization representatives to discuss initiatives to propel climate action and sustainable development across Africa.
  • It will serve as a platform for the private sector to share insights on the regulation required to propel trade and investment into Africa.
  • The coalition has been instrumental in driving collective climate action through the Africa Business Leaders’ Climate Statement endorsed at COP 27.
  • Operating across 14 African countries, Airtel Africa plays a crucial role in propelling the coalition towards achieving its ambitious climate goals.

Media Advisory: UN Global Compact to Accelerate Private Sector Climate Action at COP28

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Monday, November 27, 2023

The UN Global Compact focus at COP28 is to advance private sector action to cut emissions, accelerate a just transition to a green economy, and invest in adaptation and resilience for a liveable planet through the Forward Faster Initiative .

Key Points: 
  • The UN Global Compact focus at COP28 is to advance private sector action to cut emissions, accelerate a just transition to a green economy, and invest in adaptation and resilience for a liveable planet through the Forward Faster Initiative .
  • As part of the COP28 programme, the UN Global Compact and its Networks will hold several sessions aligned to the meeting’s thematic areas.
  • Most of the sessions will take place at the COP28 Blue Zone, which is accessible to UNFCCC-accredited media.
  • The Africa Business Leaders Coalition presents the African Private Sector Reception.

CSG Propels Wireless Growth for Airtel Africa Across 14-Country Footprint

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Wednesday, July 19, 2023

CSG® (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced the completion of its digital transformation project with Airtel Africa , a leading telecommunications and mobile money services provider across 14 countries in Africa.

Key Points: 
  • CSG® (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced the completion of its digital transformation project with Airtel Africa , a leading telecommunications and mobile money services provider across 14 countries in Africa.
  • With CSG's unified revenue management solution, Airtel Africa is primed to streamline processes across its business, minimize costs and shorten time to market while delivering experiences that drive customer loyalty and sustainable business growth in wireless.
  • “Working with CSG has been instrumental for Airtel Africa to usher in a new era of innovation that pushes the boundaries of extraordinary customer experience,” said Razvan Ungureanu, Chief Technology Officer, Airtel Africa.
  • Ultimately, through our partnership with CSG, Airtel Africa has gained a significant competitive advantage in the market and is better equipped for future growth.

DISH Hires Eben Albertyn as EVP and CTO for Wireless Network

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Tuesday, July 11, 2023

LITTLETON, Colo., July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eben Albertyn will join DISH as executive vice president and chief technology officer of the wireless business in September. He will oversee network technology strategy and operations for DISH Wireless, responsibilities currently held by Dave Mayo and Marc Rouanne.

Key Points: 
  • Marc Rouanne, EVP and Chief Network Officer, will transition to EVP of Global Partnerships
    LITTLETON, Colo., July 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Eben Albertyn will join DISH as executive vice president and chief technology officer of the wireless business in September.
  • He will oversee network technology strategy and operations for DISH Wireless, responsibilities currently held by Dave Mayo and Marc Rouanne.
  • "Eben has operated in fast-moving environments where highly engaged leadership, communication and teamwork matter, like they do at DISH," said John Swieringa, president and chief operations officer, DISH Wireless.
  • "He brings a deep understanding of both wireless infrastructure and IT, which is key given our first-of-its-kind, cloud-based Open RAN network architecture."

Winners announced for the EuroFinance Treasury Excellence Awards 2023

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

LONDON, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EuroFinance has unveiled the winners of the annual EuroFinance Treasury Excellence Awards 2023 recognised as the benchmark for treasury excellence globally. Each year, the theme changes to reflect the key trends that have emerged in treasury over 12 months. This year's winners have been awarded in 4 categories; Mastering strategic change, Digital transformation, Technology implementation and Risk management and resilience.

Key Points: 
  • Unilever, Africa Airtel, Bristol Myers Squibb and Siemens Gamesa named as the winners and IATA Pay were given a special commendation for the annual awards recognised as the benchmark for treasury excellence globally.
  • The winning companies will present case studies of their projects on stage at the 32nd EuroFinance International Treasury Management event in Barcelona from Sept 27th-29th.
  • LONDON, June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EuroFinance has unveiled the winners of the annual EuroFinance Treasury Excellence Awards 2023 recognised as the benchmark for treasury excellence globally.
  • This year's winners have been awarded in 4 categories; Mastering strategic change, Digital transformation, Technology implementation and Risk management and resilience.

Nigeria and digital banking: a revolution still waiting to happen

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

But it also led people to turn to digital financial services such as the use of point of sale (PoS) machines for payments in their transactions.

Key Points: 
  • But it also led people to turn to digital financial services such as the use of point of sale (PoS) machines for payments in their transactions.
  • Digital financial services are financial services which rely on digital technologies for their delivery and use by consumers.
  • One outcome was that Nigerians sought alternative ways to pay for goods and services using digital alternatives, such as point of sale machines.
  • In 2017, there were around 155,000 terminals, and this number has increased to roughly 1.1 million as of April 2022.
  • Total cashless transactions also rose by 45.41% year-on-year to N39.58 trillion (US$85.96 billion) in January 2023.

What are the most developed forms of electronic transacting in Nigeria?

    • They are now ubiquitous throughout Nigeria - in supermarkets, large retail outlets as well as in small-scale businesses set up for this purpose only.
    • Payment service banks: These are technology driven companies licensed by the Central Bank to engage in banking activities.
    • Mobile money: Financial service offered by a mobile network operator and can be independent of the traditional banking network.
    • A bank account is not required to use mobile money services – the only pre-requisite is a basic mobile phone.

Can you paint a picture of the banking landscape?

    • According to February 2022 data only 39% of Nigerians use the formal banking system.
    • As has been shown elsewhere, mobile money offerings, as well as other digital services, can extend banking to the unbanked.
    • Its value also increased by 381.5% from N80.4 trillion (US$174.6 billion) as at 2018 to N387.1 trillion (US$840.67billion) in 2022.
    • It is also an indication of the huge opportunities that mobile money operators and other forms of digital payments have in Nigeria.

How does Nigeria’s digital currency eNaira fit into the picture?

    • However, less than 0.5% of Nigerians were recorded as using it a year after its launch.
    • The Central Bank didn’t have an adoption strategy for the eNaira planned ahead of the currency change over.
    • Although the aim of the currency was to facilitate financial inclusion and shrink the size of the informal market, it’s fallen short of the mark.


    A lesson of the currency crisis is that fintech offers a solution to the limitations of legacy financial institutions, and at the same time, they can help address the financial exclusion challenge in Nigeria. Had Nigeria appreciated the value of digital finance and particularly the key role to be played by mobile money operators, the impact of the crisis would not have been as painful.

Juniper Networks Announces 2022 Elevate Awards Winners

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Wednesday, November 16, 2022

Juniper Networks (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in secure, AI-driven networks, today announced the winners of the 2022 Elevate Awards , honoring customers delivering exceptional experiences to their consumers and communities.

Key Points: 
  • Juniper Networks (NYSE: JNPR), a leader in secure, AI-driven networks, today announced the winners of the 2022 Elevate Awards , honoring customers delivering exceptional experiences to their consumers and communities.
  • The selection process involved a combination of Juniper executive and external judges selecting the finalists and category winners.
  • Additional information can be found at Juniper Networks ( www.juniper.net ) or connect with Juniper on Twitter , LinkedIn and Facebook .
  • Juniper Networks, the Juniper Networks logo, Juniper, Junos, and other trademarks listed here are registered trademarks of Juniper Networks, Inc. and/or its affiliates in the United States and other countries.

American Tower and Airtel Africa Announce Strategic Partnership

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Monday, October 10, 2022

American Tower Corporations (American Tower) African operations (ATC Africa) and Airtel Africa plc (Airtel Africa, or the Group) today announced that they have entered into a multi-year, multi-product agreement, leveraging ATC Africas vast portfolio of communications sites and new site and product development capabilities across its footprint in Kenya, Niger, Nigeria and Uganda in support of Airtel Africas network rollout.

Key Points: 
  • American Tower Corporations (American Tower) African operations (ATC Africa) and Airtel Africa plc (Airtel Africa, or the Group) today announced that they have entered into a multi-year, multi-product agreement, leveraging ATC Africas vast portfolio of communications sites and new site and product development capabilities across its footprint in Kenya, Niger, Nigeria and Uganda in support of Airtel Africas network rollout.
  • Furthermore, this strategic partnership is expected to reduce exposure to fuel price volatility for both ATC Africa and Airtel Africa.
  • In addition, Airtel Africa and ATC Africa will partner to provide training around information and communications technology skills to underserved communities as part of their respective kiosks and Digital Communities programs.
  • Airtel Africa is a leading provider of telecommunications and mobile money services, with a presence in 14 countries in Africa, primarily in East Africa and Central and West Africa.

CSG Systems International Adjusts Convertible Debt Conversion Rate for 2016 Convertible Notes as a Result of Dividend

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Friday, September 17, 2021

CSG (R) (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced that as a result of its third quarter dividend of $0.25 per share on its common stock, it will adjust the conversion rate for its outstanding 4.25% Senior Convertible Notes issued in March 2016 (the '2016 Convertible Notes').

Key Points: 
  • CSG (R) (NASDAQ: CSGS) today announced that as a result of its third quarter dividend of $0.25 per share on its common stock, it will adjust the conversion rate for its outstanding 4.25% Senior Convertible Notes issued in March 2016 (the '2016 Convertible Notes').
  • CSG's 2016 Convertible Notes (Unrestricted CUSIP Number 126349 AF6) mature on March 15, 2036 and the original $230,000,000 aggregate principal amount remains outstanding.
  • Effective September 14, 2021, the conversion rate for the 2016 Convertible Notes has been adjusted to 17.7403 shares for each $1,000 in principal amount of 2016 Convertible Notes (equivalent to a conversion price of approximately $56.37) per share of CSG common stock.
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