Spanish digital payments and monetisation company Telecoming has opened a new subsidiary in Johannesburg as part of its push to grow direct carrier billing and AI-powered digital payment services across Africa.
The new business, called DCB Software South Africa, officially launched on 11 May 2026. It will be led by Javier de Corral, who will oversee local operations, partnerships with telecom operators, and the development of digital products and online marketplaces for the South African market.
Telecoming, based in Madrid, specialises in helping telecom operators and digital platforms earn revenue through mobile payment systems. Its technology combines direct carrier billing, digital advertising tools, user acquisition services, and artificial intelligence designed to improve payment and conversion processes.
The Johannesburg office becomes Telecoming’s second African subsidiary after its earlier expansion into Algeria through DCB Software Dzayer.
The South African unit will focus on digital entertainment, mobile and web services, content distribution, and online marketplaces. These services will connect to local payment systems using direct carrier billing as the main payment method.
Direct carrier billing allows users to pay for digital products and services through their mobile phone bills or prepaid airtime instead of using bank cards. The payment method has become increasingly popular in African markets where many people still have limited access to credit cards and traditional banking services.
Chief Executive Officer of Telecoming, Cyrille Thivat, said the expansion forms part of the company’s wider international growth strategy.
“The launch of DCB Software South Africa marks a key milestone in our global expansion strategy,” Thivat said. “We are committed to investing in South Africa’s digital future and confident this new subsidiary will contribute to the broader digital and AI ecosystem.”
The move reflects growing interest among fintech and digital monetisation companies in Africa’s mobile economy. Rising smartphone usage, growth in digital entertainment, and increased demand for mobile-based payments are creating new opportunities for companies offering alternative payment solutions.
South Africa already has a strong direct carrier billing market supported by major telecom operators including Vodacom Group, MTN Group, and Cell C. The country’s established mobile infrastructure makes it an attractive market for companies looking to expand digital payment services across the continent.
