“By 2030, we aim to strengthen Telecel as a leading technology and connectivity Group through reliable infrastructure, digital growth and disciplined execution across the markets we serve.”
Moh Damush, Co-Founder and Group CEO
CONNECTED SINCE 1986
Telecel began in Africa with a simple conviction: connectivity creates opportunity. Today the Group operates mobile, wholesale, fintech and innovation platforms across multiple markets, supporting people, enterprises and institutions through reliable infrastructure, digital services and long-term investment.
LOCATIONS
A growing footprint with local execution
Telecel’s footprint combines operating companies, regional hubs and international commercial presence. Each location supports the Group’s ability to deliver connectivity, enterprise solutions, fintech and innovation at scale.
United Kingdom
Telecel Group headquarters and strategic hub for expansion, stakeholder engagement and Group-level coordination.
Spain (Gibraltar)
Telecel Gibraltar supports regional connectivity and strengthens the Group’s position between European and African markets.
Lebanon
Regional commercial and fulfilment hub supporting Telecel Global’s enterprise activity across the MENA region.
Guinea-Bissau
National operator focused on expanding digital access and improving service delivery across the market.
Liberia
Operating company focused on reliable services, network development and customer access.
Ghana
A major national operator serving millions of subscribers and accelerating modernization across the market.
Central African Republic
One of the Group’s core operating markets, with a leading B2C telecommunications position in the country.
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Strategic market presence supporting the Group’s expansion in one of Africa’s largest telecommunications environments.
Mauritius
Telecel Global headquarters and an important base for B2B and international telecommunications activity.
South Africa
A strategic commercial location supporting regional development, enterprise positioning and future growth.
1
K
SERVICES B2B / B2C / B2G
800
K+
TOTAL AREA OF MOBILE COVERAGE (KM²)
20
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TOTAL KM OF FIBER
4
K+
EMPLOYEES
12
M
MOBILE USERS
50
K+
INDIRECT EMPLOYMENT
Our Vision
To be a leading technology and connectivity Group delivering digital growth across the markets we serve.
Our Purpose
Telecel exists to connect people, businesses and markets through reliable telecom, fintech and technology solutions. Guided by Connecting Energies, we build platforms that enable inclusion, enterprise growth and long-term value creation.
TIMELINE
Milestones that shaped our legacy
Telecel Group has grown through disciplined acquisitions, operating turnarounds, technology investment and expansion across mobile, wholesale, fintech and innovation platforms.
1986 - 2003
FOUNDATIONS
- Telecel founded by Mike Rwayitare
- Expanded operations across multiple African markets
- Established an early pan-African telecommunications footprint
2017 - 2018
REBUILD
- Telecel Group created
- Acquired Telecel Central Africa Republic
- Acquired Telecel Global
- Appointed Board of Directors
- Defined Group vision and expansion strategy
2019 - 2020
ACCELERATION
- Launched Africa Startup Initiative Program (ASIP)
- Strenghtened board and investor relationships
- Secured financial backing for expansion
- Avdanced Group M&A pipeline
- Prepared the next phase of regional growth
2021 - 2022
DEVELOPMENT
- Acquired Telecel Liberia
- Acquired Telecel Gibraltar
- Launched Telecel Play
2023 - 2025
EXPANSION
- Signed Lynk partnership for satellite-to-mobile connectivity
- Acquired 70% of Vodafone Ghana
- Expanded into the DRC through Afrinet acquisition
- Scaled the Group's reach across mobile, wholesale and innovation platforms
- Acquired Telecel Guinea-Bissau
