Airtel Africa has said preparations for a public listing of its mobile money unit, advancing discussions on using Starlink satellite capacity, and exploring crypto-related services are key strategic plans that could reshape its business across the 14 African markets where it operates.
According to the company, talks are underway with regulators in various countries to tap into satellite capacity from Starlink as part of efforts to extend connectivity into rural and hard-to-reach regions.
The move is aimed at strengthening network coverage, defending market share against competitors, and supporting enterprise demand in areas where traditional infrastructure is limited.
Sunil Taldar, Group CEO at Airtel Africa, noted that the potential use of Starlink technology could help provide network continuity and better service in remote locations that are currently underserved by terrestrial networks.
Airtel Africa has reaffirmed its plan to take its mobile money business public and remains on track, with management actively considering the best location for the listing.
This initiative is intended to unlock additional value and fuel growth in the rapidly expanding digital payments segment.
Airtel Africa stated that it is open to integrating virtual asset services such as stablecoins and other cryptocurrency products into its offerings based on customer demand, although no firm timelines have been announced.
