Niger Telecoms sets up 16 new sites to expand network coverage
TLDR
- Niger Telecoms launches project to enhance connectivity in rural areas, completing 16 new sites in Maradi region.
- State-owned telecom company focuses on deploying advanced equipment for improved connectivity and communication services nationwide.
- Project aims to boost connectivity in underserved areas through phased implementation and deployment of advanced technology.
Niger Telecoms, the national telephone and telecommunications provider of Niger, has launched a project to enhance connectivity across the country, with a focus on underserved rural areas. The state-owned telecom company recently completed 16 new sites in the Maradi region as part of its network expansion efforts.
Only 38.2% of Niger’s considerable territory can access telecom coverage that serves 78% of the country’s population. Niger Telecoms covers barely half (51.8%) of the country’s geographical area and caters to about 59.9% of its population.
The project will be implemented in phases, starting with the comprehensive deployment of advanced equipment. This includes the setup and fine-tuning of transmission hardware and communication devices to ensure improved connectivity and communication services nationwide.
Key Takeaways
Under its national network expansion program, Niger Telecoms aims to enhance its competitive advantage by connecting thousands more Nigeriens, with a particular emphasis on the mobile sector. As of 2023, official data ranked Niger Telecoms as the fourth-largest player in the mobile telephony market, trailing behind Airtel (46%), Zamani Telecom (30%), and Moov Africa (18%). With 1.02 million subscribers, Niger Telecoms holds a modest 6% market share. The company reaffirms its mission to provide comprehensive coverage across the country, including the most isolated areas, as part of its commitment to improving connectivity and expanding its reach in the national telecommunications landscape.
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