Dubai, UAE – October 2025 — MTN Digital Infrastructure, commercially known as Bayobab and Africa’s leading digital infrastructure provider, is joining forces with Zoom Communications, Inc., to unlock new opportunities for business transformation, digital inclusion, and superior customer experience across key African markets.
The strength of this alliance lies in our vision to pioneer the blend of modern communications and proven voice infrastructure reliability. This approach creates highly suitable, scalable solutions that will offer unmatched user satisfaction within the Zoom Workplace platform. With a shared commitment to powering an inclusive future, MTN Digital Infrastructure and Zoom will co-develop and launch tailored offerings that address Africa’s evolving digital needs.
A standout feature of Zoom’s offering is AI Companion, which has evolved from enhancing user capabilities to automating tasks - delivering intelligent, context-aware support across workflows. This trusted, high-performing solution integrates seamlessly across platforms, helping businesses across the continent operate more efficiently and make smarter decisions.
“We are proud to partner with Zoom to bring transformative digital tools for our African businesses and communities,” said Mohamed Bassit, Chief Communication Platforms Officer at MTN Digital Infrastructure. “As an MTN Group company, we are uniquely positioned to scale impact across the continent, and this partnership reflects our mission to enabling meaningful connectivity and innovation.”
“Zoom is excited to join forces with MTN Digital Infrastructure to help power Africa’s next wave of digital transformation. This partnership represents a major step in bringing Zoom’s trusted AI-first communications platform, rooted in reliability, closer to the heart of Africa’s digital economy. Together with MTN Digital Infrastructure, we’re enabling millions of people and businesses to connect, collaborate, and thrive across the continent like never before.” Added Jason Gilligan, Head of Global Strategic Business Development, Zoom Communications, Inc.
As part of this collaboration, MTN Digital Infrastructure will extend robust, high-capacity connectivity across one of Africa’s most expansive geographic footprints, providing robust global-standard telephony and rich voice communication experiences to users. The partnership aims to promote digital inclusion, while also exploring new models for distribution, pricing, and technical integration, ensuring solutions are optimised for Africa’s diverse market conditions.
MTN Digital Infrastructure and Zoom are committed to co-investing in ecosystem development and a frictionless support framework to ensure long-term success. This announcement marks the beginning of a transformative journey - one that will redefine how our Africa people connect, collaborate, and grow.
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About MTN Digital Infrastructure
MTN Digital Infrastructure, commercially known as Bayobab, is one of MTN Group’s three strategic growth platforms, delivering advanced connectivity, data centre, and communication platform solutions across Africa. Operating in nine markets, Bayobab is committed to enabling inclusive growth and sustainable development through technology. Its resilient infrastructure and strategic partnerships empower enterprises, governments, and communities to unlock new opportunities and thrive in the digital economy
