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Accra, September 08, 2017 - MTN Ghana Foundation has commissioned a 90 seater e-library for the Koforidua Technical University in the Eastern region. The facility provides access to electronic sources of information including journals and electronic books from reputable databases and publishers. The e-library has 90 computers with internet access, providing students and teachers’ access to 10 academic databases and 19,000 e-journals. The facility also has an additional 20-seater sitting area for the teaching staff of the University. The e-library, which was set up by MTN Ghana Foundation in partnership with Koforidua Technical University was at the cost of GH¢560, 000.00, with MTN Ghana Foundation contributing GH¢240,000.00. The facility is expected to benefit over 6,895 students from the university. Speaking at the commissioning of the project at Koforidua Technical University, the Senior Manager for Sustainability and Social Impact, Mrs Georgina Asare Fiagbenu, indicated th...

Cynthia Lumor, Corporate Services Executive of MTN Ghana, has urged aspiring Executives and CEOs to see Corporate Communications and Public Relations as integral parts of a business, because they contribute positively to business success and sustainability by building internal and external goodwill for sustained competitive and business advantage.  Sharing insights during the breakout session of the 2017 Festival of Ideas organized by Legacy and Legacy in Accra, Mrs. Lumor stated that Corporate Communications and Public Relations should be part of a well-planned, well executed, cohesive integrated communications strategy seeking to link organizations with identified stakeholders.    “The decision by customers to patronize a company’s products and services, as well as investment, regulatory and policy decisions, are hugely influenced by credibility and trust, which are built over time and influenced by stakeholder experience with a company’s actions and commun...

Accra, August 23, 2017 – MTN Mobile Money, your number one Mobile Payment Solution in Ghana, together with Brussels Airlines, has introduced yet another innovation aimed at making it easier for customers in Ghana to purchase Brussels Airline tickets for travel to over 100 destinations around the world. Travellers in Ghana seeking to enjoy the world class on board services and products provided by Brussels Airline can now conveniently purchase their tickets from their mobile phones via MTN Mobile Money. The introduction of this service redefines the concept of convenience in relation to purchasing airline tickets as payments can be made from anywhere. The Mobile Money industry in Ghana is booming and has pushed the frontiers of ecommerce. With over 9.5 million registered mobile money users, the potential for this industry is limitless.  The introduction of this service by Brussels Airlines and MTN Mobile Money therefore represents a game changer ...

Accra, July 28, 2017 – Mr. Ebenezer Twum Asante, Chief Executive Officer of MTN Ghana, has been adjudged CEO of the Year at the 2017 Ghana Information Technology and Telecoms Awards (GITTA) in Accra. The Special Recognition Category of the GITTA Awards was created to recognize and laud industry players who symbolize excellence in their respective fields of operation. The award was given to Mr. Asante in recognition of his consistent exhibition of exceptional leadership in leading MTN Ghana to continually achieve its strategic objectives in a competitive telecommunications industry. Commenting on the award, Mr. Asante said, “I am humbled by this award, which clearly affirms the importance of MTN’s focus on providing distinct customer experience, creating stakeholder value and ensuring sustainable growth. I dedicate this award to the staff and leadership of MTN for their commitment to ensuring that we satisfy our customers through reliable, relevant and innovative telecommu...

Accra, July 25, 2017 - MTN Ghana has been adjudged the Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Company of the year at the Ghana Information Technology Awards (GITTA) night recently organized in Accra. MTN was honoured for impactful interventions that have transformed and brightened many lives in the area of healthcare, education and economic empowerment. The GITTA award comes barely three months after MTN Ghana Foundation was awarded Corporate Philanthropist of the Year at the National Philanthropy Excellence Awards. Commenting on the award, Corporate Services Executive of MTN Ghana, Cynthia Lumor, said: “We are honoured that our efforts to help others by investing in communities have been recognised and honoured. Our mission is to make our customers’ lives a whole lot brighter with impactful interventions and we will continue to implement live-changing projects.” Since its inception in 2007, the MTN Ghana Foundation has positively impacted the lives of over four mil...

Accra, July 19, 2017 - MTN Ghana Foundation has announced the commencement of the third edition of its Teachers’ Improvement Awards Programme (TIAP). MTN TIAP is a scholarship scheme that provides funding for teachers who wish to upgrade their education at the First or Master’s Degree level at the University of Cape Coast or University of Education, Winneba.  The scholarship is targeted at teachers in first and second cycle public institutions who seek to further their studies in Science, Mathematics or English Language. Qualified interested applicants are required to submit applications before 31 st July 2017. The criteria for selection of applicants are as follows: •           Applicant must be a citizen of Ghana.  •           Applicant must have a minimum of five (5) years teaching experience. •           Applicant must b...

Accra, July 17, 2017 – MTN Business, a total ICT solutions provider for businesses, has partnered Broadband Home Limited, to launch ZipTV service for its customers. The ZipTV service provides customers with varied entertainment programs. ZipTV is an IPTV (Internet Protocol Television) platform that delivers live digital content and video on demand to subscribers over an IP network. Consumers who sign up for the service will enjoy TV content from selected local and foreign channels, alongside videos which will be decoded by a set-top box and delivered directly to their mobile phones, tablets or smart-connected televisions via a home internet network. The service also provides a bouquet of packages that have been classified as Basic, Classic, Sensation or Club. Customers can choose hourly, daily, weekly or monthly rates.   Commenting on the service, the General Manager for MTN Business, Mr. Samuel Addo, said, “the introduction of ZipTV is to respond to customer ...