AXIAN Telecom advances digital inclusion agenda during Madagascar visit

By:  Kanto Kai Okanta

AXIAN Telecom Chief Executive Officer, Hassan Jaber has concluded a working visit to Madagascar, underscoring the group’s continued commitment to digital inclusion, connectivity, and sustainable development across the country.

The visit marked several key milestones spanning education, higher education connectivity, national digital infrastructure, and enterprise engagement. In the area of education and social impact, AXIAN Telecom, together with Fondation AXIAN, signed a partnership with Teach For Madagascar aimed at strengthening access to education nationwide. The long-term initiative targets all 22 regions of the country and focuses on supporting public primary schools through educational programmes and learning resources, with particular emphasis on reading and early education.

In higher education, AXIAN Telecom, in collaboration with the Minister of Digital Development, Posts and Telecommunications, Mahefa Andriamampiadana, announced the deployment of high-speed internet access in public universities. The rollout will begin with pilot sites in Toliara and is intended to enhance students’ access to digital learning tools, research resources, and online opportunities.

Progress was also reported on the expansion of Madagascar’s national backbone infrastructure. AXIAN Telecom said the project is a critical pillar for extending network coverage, improving quality of service, and strengthening the country’s overall digital resilience.

In addition to infrastructure and social initiatives, Jaber held a town hall meeting with teams from Stellarix, the IT division, and Yas Business Madagascar. The engagement reaffirmed the company’s commitment to supporting enterprises with reliable, high-performance digital infrastructure, which AXIAN Telecom views as essential for economic growth and competitiveness.

AXIAN Telecom said the initiatives highlighted during the visit reflect its broader mission to connect people, empower communities, and build inclusive digital ecosystems capable of delivering long-term social and economic impact in Madagascar.