P2C at MWC-25
3-6 March 2025
Fira Gran Via, Barcelona
The Partner2Connect (P2C) Digital Coalition remains committed to its ambitious goal of mobilizing USD 100 billion by 2026 to accelerate digital access and sustainable digital transformation for all.
MWC 2025 served as a pivotal platform for announcing new P2C infrastructure pledges and amplifying global efforts to achieve universal and meaningful connectivity.
Read the Press release here.
Discover below the pledges that were announced at MWC-25
MTN Group
Continuing investment to expand connectivity across Africa
MTN Group is deeply committed to investing in the future of Africa, deploying on average approximately USD 2 billion per year in capital expenditure across its markets over the past five years. The company expects to make similar investments over the next five years, in support of Africa’s growth and prosperity. This will be dedicated to expanding and strengthening its voice and data networks, ensuring better coverage and connectivity for its customers. MTN Group believes these investments are crucial for driving digital inclusion and economic growth in these vital markets.
Globalstar
Committed to investing USD 2 billion over the next three years
Globalstar is investing USD 2 billion to expand its LEO satellite network, delivering seamless, low-latency, and energy-efficient connectivity for direct-to-device (D2D) and IoT solutions. Through this pledge, Globalstar will expand connectivity in remote regions, delivering reliable and affordable communication solutions where they are needed most.
VEON
VEON and Kyivstar commit USD 1 billion to Ukraine’s digital infrastructure
In 2024, VEON Group and their Ukrainian subsidiary, Kyivstar, pledged to invest USD 600 million by the end of 2026 to strengthen Ukraine’s digital infrastructure and to keep Ukraine connected. Expanding on this commitment, VEON and Kyivstar have increased their pledge target to USD 1 billion through 2027.