Airtel has been granted the first-ever fixed operator licence in Gabon in a historic signing deal on January 7, marking a significant advancement for the Gabonese telecom industry.
With the licence, Airtel consumers in Gabon will be able to have access to better services, such as fibre optic high-speed internet and enhanced connection in distant locations.
Additionally, by closing the digital divide and improving telecommunications services across the country, this accomplishment will be crucial in advancing digital integration in Gabon.
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Closing the digital gaps
These developments put Airtel Gabon at the forefront of a movement to close digital gaps and enhance telecom offerings, greatly advancing the digital integration of all inhabitants.
“Our ambition is to connect Gabonese people wherever they are and provide them with tools to fully participate in the global digital economy,” the company stated.
This development also demonstrates the Gabonese government’s steadfast commitment to fostering open and healthy competition among operators, which is a crucial tool for bringing down the price of telecom services.
By incorporating these goals into the national strategy to address the exorbitant cost of living, the government exhibits its unwavering commitment to fostering an environment that promotes the welfare of the populace. Airtel Gabon, a vibrant and strategic partner in the country’s digital development, is essential to realising this common goal.
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Airtel Gabon’s role in Gabon’s digital transformation agenda
To assist the nation’s digital transformation, the organisation has been investing in human resources, technology, and infrastructure for a number of years.
With the newly-acquired licence, Airtel is demonstrating its dedication to closing the digital divide by providing services that are sustainable, creative, and easily accessible.
The company stated, “We welcome the decisive impetus given by the authorities, and renew our commitment to be a leading partner in building a connected, competitive and inclusive Gabon.”
“Together, we are convinced that this dynamic contributes not only to the modernization of the telecommunications sector, but also to improving the lives of all Gabonese, thereby reducing inequalities and promoting equitable economic development.”
With the help of the Ministry of the Digital Economy, as well as the strategic vision of His Excellency the President of the Republic, this significant advancement represents a sea change for the Gabonese populace.