A telecommunications company operating in multiple African countries, known for its mobile money service, Airtel Money.
Airtel Money’s London IPO faces a smaller raise after investor feedback
Airtel Money is seeking to raise at least $800 million through a London IPO, down from an earlier target of $1.5 billion to $2 billion. The IPO could launch as soon as the week of September 21, although final terms are yet to be confirmed.
London’s IPO drought could be broken by an African fintech
Airtel Money intends to file for a public listing in London, marking a significant move for the company. The initial public offering (IPO) was originally targeted for the first half of 2026 but has been postponed to the second half due to market conditions.
Starlink direct-to-mobile network launched in key Sadc country
Airtel Africa launched Africa's first commercial direct-to-phone satellite service, Starlink Mobile, on 14 August. The service allows Airtel DRC customers to connect directly to SpaceX's low-Earth orbit satellites using compatible LTE Android smartphones.
Starlink Launches Direct To Cell Service with Airtel in Congo
Airtel Africa and SpaceX have launched Starlink's Direct-to-Cell service in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The service allows smartphones to connect directly to Starlink satellites without needing a cell tower.
DRC becomes the first African market with Airtel and Starlink satellite-to-mobile service
Airtel Africa and Starlink launched a satellite-to-mobile service in the DRC. This is the first commercial deployment of satellite-to-mobile technology in Africa.
