Axian Telecom Expands B2B Services to Meet Rising Demand for Digital Solutions in Africa
African businesses are increasingly investing in digital technologies to improve efficiency, productivity, and growth. To capture this opportunity, Axian Telecom is strengthening its business-to-business operations across multiple African markets.
The latest move comes in Tanzania, where the telecom operator’s subsidiary, Yas Tanzania, has launched a dedicated enterprise unit known as Yas Business. The initiative forms part of the group’s broader strategy to expand Axian Telecom B2B services and meet the growing technology needs of businesses, government agencies, and small enterprises.
Axian Telecom B2B Services Target Enterprise Digital Transformation
According to the company, Yas Business will provide a range of advanced digital solutions designed for large corporations, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and public sector institutions.
The platform’s offerings include Software-Defined Wide Area Network (SD-WAN) services, cloud connectivity, Internet of Things (IoT) solutions, managed services, and access to a Tier 3 data centre.
Speaking on the launch, Pierre Canton-Bacara said the new platform brings together the company’s enterprise capabilities under a unified identity aimed at helping businesses improve performance, expand operations, and access new opportunities through reliable connectivity and digital solutions.
The move reflects a wider effort by Axian Telecom to strengthen its position in Africa’s fast-growing enterprise technology market.
Expansion Continues Across Multiple African Markets
The launch in Tanzania follows similar initiatives in other countries where Axian Telecom operates.
The Yas Business brand debuted in Togo in November 2025 to support businesses, entrepreneurs, and public institutions with digital tools and technology services. The company also introduced the brand in Madagascar in February 2025 and in Comoros in January 2025.
In Senegal, Axian Telecom has built a strong enterprise presence supported by two international submarine cables, ACE and SAT3. These systems provide independent connectivity routes into Dakar and help strengthen network resilience.
The operator also relies on a national network spanning more than 10,000 kilometres of fibre-optic and microwave infrastructure. A Tier 3-certified data centre supports its enterprise services, alongside consulting, auditing, and dedicated customer support for businesses of different sizes.
Telecom Operators Seek New Revenue Sources
The expansion of Axian Telecom B2B services comes as telecom operators across Africa look for new revenue opportunities beyond traditional voice and data services.
Industry analysts note that many telecom markets are becoming increasingly competitive, while growth in average revenue per user (ARPU) remains relatively slow. As a result, operators are turning to cloud computing, IoT, cybersecurity, data centres, and digital transformation services to drive future growth.
The GSMA says business demand for digital solutions presents a significant opportunity for telecom companies worldwide.
According to GSMA Intelligence, the global B2B market opportunity for telecom operators exceeds $400 billion, representing around 35% of current mobile industry revenue.
Digital Services Expected to Drive Africa’s Economic Growth
The GSMA’s Mobile Economy Africa 2025 report estimates that mobile technologies could contribute about $270 billion to Africa’s economy by 2030, representing 7.4% of the continent’s GDP.
The report attributes this growth to increasing adoption of technologies such as 5G, IoT, artificial intelligence, and cloud services, which help businesses improve efficiency and productivity.
For Axian Telecom, enterprise services are becoming an increasingly important growth area. The company’s financial results show that mobile and fixed telecommunications services currently account for 64% of its revenue, which reached $1.69 billion in 2025.
Mobile digital and financial services contribute 17% of revenue, while infrastructure services account for 11%. The remaining 8% comes from other business activities.
As digital transformation accelerates across Africa, Axian Telecom appears determined to position its enterprise division at the centre of the continent’s growing demand for connectivity, cloud services, and advanced digital infrastructure.
