- Airtel boosts B2B services and mobile money offerings in Chad’s developing market
- Faces connectivity issues, electricity instability and stiff competition
Airtel: B2B services drive digital access in Chad, Africa
Airtel Chad has launched a dedicated B2B portal offering a range of mobile and data services designed for businesses. This includes prepaid and postpaid plans, internet connectivity, international roaming, and professional support tailored to local needs. The company’s aim is to empower small and medium enterprises with reliable digital tools where fixed-line infrastructure is limited. By providing cloud, IoT, and managed network services, Airtel supports broader ICT adoption in a country where mobile remains the main access point to the internet.
Airtel’s business services form part of Airtel Africa’s strategy to expand digital inclusion across its 14-country footprint. In Chad, where mobile networks are crucial for communication and commerce, Airtel’s enterprise solutions seek to bridge the digital divide by offering quality connectivity and support. The company’s investments in technology and infrastructure underpin this drive to help businesses operate more efficiently in a challenging environment.
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Airtel: Mobile money growth and operational challenges
Airtel’s mobile money product, Airtel Money, is a key part of its service portfolio in Chad. Operated under AIRTEL MOBILE COMMERCE TCHAD S.A, it enables users to perform digital payments, transfers, and access microfinance solutions. Despite a net loss of FCFA 291 million in 2022, Airtel has secured regulatory approval to operate as a payment institution, showing long-term commitment to financial inclusion through digital means. At the group level, Airtel Africa’s mobile money operations have attracted significant investment from partners like TPG Capital and Mastercard.
However, Airtel faces multiple challenges in Chad’s telecom market. The country has limited broadband penetration, with just 18% of the population online, and struggles with unreliable electricity and difficult terrain. Airtel competes in a duopoly with Tigo, which holds a larger market share. These factors complicate network expansion and service reliability. To tackle this, Airtel is investing in resilient infrastructure, rural coverage, and tailored digital services aimed at increasing access and boosting Chad’s digital economy.
