Orange RDC and Vodacom Congo have announced the creation of an innovative joint venture to expand mobile coverage in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), particularly in remote rural areas. This ambitious project, which includes the construction of 2,000 solar-powered stations, aims to connect 19 million people by improving access to mobile and financial services.
Shameel Joosub, CEO of Vodacom Group, stated: « With over 210 million customers across Africa, we have the opportunity to significantly contribute to the socio-economic development of the continent, particularly by developing a digital society and promoting inclusivity for all. » Jérôme Hénique, CEO of Orange Africa and the Middle East, added: « Our collaboration with Vodacom through the sharing of passive and active infrastructure is the best approach to accelerate access to connectivity for all, including in rural areas. »
This partnership supports the goals of the DRC’s National Digital Plan Horizon 2025, aiming for inclusive economic growth and reducing the digital divide.
