MTN South Sudan hosts 2025 Stakeholder Appreciation Event

By:  Kanto Kai Okanta

MTN South Sudan has hosted its Stakeholder Appreciation Event at the Pyramid Continental Hotel in Juba, bringing together partners, regulators and industry leaders to acknowledge their contributions to the country’s digital transformation journey.

The event opened with remarks from MTN South Sudan Chief Executive Officer, Madam Mapula Bodibe, who expressed appreciation to stakeholders for their continued collaboration and support. Keynote addresses were also delivered by representatives of the National Communications Authority and the Bank of South Sudan, highlighting the importance of partnership in strengthening the nation’s digital ecosystem.

Participants were presented with a 2025 recap video that showcased MTN South Sudan’s key achievements over the year, including community development initiatives and the expansion of 4G+ network coverage across the country. The presentation indicates the company’s ongoing investments in infrastructure and service delivery aimed at improving connectivity and access to digital services.

A panel discussion titled “The Power of Public-Private Partnerships in Driving Digital Transformation” formed a central part of the programme. The discussion featured representatives from government institutions, technology hubs and MTN leadership, who examined the role of collaboration in accelerating innovation, improving service delivery and supporting economic growth.

MTN South Sudan noted that the appreciation event served not only as a platform to recognise stakeholder contributions but also as a reaffirmation of the company’s mission to connect communities, empower businesses and support South Sudan’s development agenda. The company reiterated its commitment to working closely with stakeholders to build a more inclusive and digitally enabled future for the country.