Eutelsat, MTN Côte d’Ivoire Partner to Expand Nationwide Satellite Broadband
Eutelsat and MTN Côte d’Ivoire have announced a new multi-year agreement to deliver satellite connectivity services across Côte d’Ivoire using EUTELSAT KONNECT’s high-throughput capacity. The agreement will expand reliable broadband access nationwide, addressing the connectivity needs of consumer and enterprise segments while supporting digital inclusion through community Wi-Fi hotspots in underserved areas.
MTN Côte d’Ivoire will leverage the high-throughput capabilities of the EUTELSAT KONNECT satellite, positioned at 7° East, to extend high-speed connectivity beyond the reach of fibre and mobile networks. Building on KONNECT’s proven performance in supporting digital inclusion initiatives across the region, the agreement will enable broadband services for consumers and enterprises and support community Wi-Fi hotspots that connect rural and underserved areas. Satellite connectivity will complement existing terrestrial infrastructure, helping to expand coverage and deliver reliable access to essential digital services nationwide.
MTN Côte d’Ivoire is a subsidiary of South Africa’s MTN Group, and the country’s largest telecommunications operator. The deal follows the multi-year partnership signed in August 2024 with MTN’s digital and infrastructure service provider, Bayobab, for capacity on Eutelsat’s OneWeb LEO constellation.
“This agreement represents another milestone in expanding our KONNECT services across Africa. Our platform is helping to connect underserved and hard-to-reach areas, and partnering with a leading operator like MTN Côte d’Ivoire shows how satellite and terrestrial networks work together to deliver connectivity at scale. Together, we are bringing reliable broadband to more communities across the continent, and we are proud to further strengthen our collaboration with the MTN Group,” commented Philippe Baudrier, Vice President for Africa at Eutelsat.
“Across Africa, satellite connectivity is a powerful complement to terrestrial networks, helping operators accelerate coverage expansion and support digital inclusion. This partnership with Eutelsat enables us to reach more customers, connect underserved communities and continue to support the country’s ongoing digital transformation,” noted Honoré Kouame, General Manager MTN Business Côte d’Ivoire.