MTN South Sudan Brings Digital Access to 40,000 Residents Across Four Underserved Communities
Held from June 1 to 21 under the theme “Connecting at the Roots,” the program aimed to bridge the digital divide by empowering vulnerable groups with access to technology, education, and economic tools.
MTN South Sudan has wrapped up its 2025 “21 Days of Y’ello Care” initiative, extending life-changing digital inclusion to over 40,000 residents across four underserved communities. Held from June 1 to 21 under the theme “Connecting at the Roots,” the program aimed to bridge the digital divide by empowering vulnerable groups with access to technology, education, and economic tools.
The Y’ello Care campaign is MTN Group’s annual volunteer-driven initiative where employees across all operating countries implement social projects over 21 days in June. In South Sudan, the program focused on the communities of Gorom Refugee Camp, Terekeka, Sherikat, and Mangaten Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) Camp — each with populations exceeding 12,000, except Mangaten with over 3,000 residents.
Infrastructure & Empowerment
MTN completed a solar-powered tech hub at Mangaten IDP Camp, providing internet access, computers, and charging stations. Similar installations were made at Gorom Refugee Camp, alongside community training sessions.
To boost digital literacy, MTN distributed 100 smartphones to household heads and trained them on mobile money (MoMo) usage. Local digital literacy workshops were conducted to develop digital champions within these communities.
Advancing Education & Economic Growth
The initiative also enhanced learning by training teachers and students on MTN’s Internet of Good Things platform, which enables access to online education and research.
In terms of economic impact, MTN’s services enabled financial inclusion for micro-businesses and helped families generate income using mobile money tools.
Voices from the Community
“I used to struggle with my school assignments. I had trouble researching, writing and submitting on time. In fact, once I missed out on a scholarship because I was unable to meet the submission deadline. With full access to the internet at the camp, I think I’ll always be the first to submit my assignments,”
–Veronica Nyakuol, 22-year-old Mangaten Resident.
“Whenever I got 1,000 SSP, I would wonder whether to buy sugar or charge my phone. But thanks to MTN and its #21DaysofYelloCare initiative, now I don’t have to make that choice, and I won’t miss out on important emergency alerts.”
–Amol Mary, resident at Gorom Refugee Camp.
Leadership Perspectives
“MTN South Sudan is working hard to bridge the digital divide. When we connect communities like Mangaten, we are enabling financial inclusion for micro-businesses, enhancing communication networks, expanding e-learning opportunities, and delivering mobile health solutions.”
–Mapula Bodibe, Chief Executive Officer, MTN South Sudan.
“This year’s theme, ‘Connecting at the Roots,’ embodies our dedication to addressing the fundamental connectivity needs of South Sudan’s vulnerable populations.”
–Moses Mayar, Chief Legal Officer, MTN South Sudan.
