Connectivity, Collaboration, and Cloud: MTN’s Digital Mission
Technogram · Redington X
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Show Notes
In this episode of Technogram by Redington, we feature Roger Shutte, General Manager for Cloud and Infrastructure at MTN Nigeria. With two decades of experience building data centers and digital infrastructure across Africa, Roger shares how MTN is shaping the future of cloud, AI, and connectivity in one of the continent’s most dynamic markets. From navigating forex and power challenges to launching MTN’s own sovereign cloud, he offers a ground-up view of what it takes to build Africa’s digital backbone.Key Takeaways– How MTN is deploying containerized data centers, local cloud platforms, and multi-zone infrastructure to deliver faster, sovereign, and scalable services.– Why partnerships are essential to Africa’s digital growth—from hyperscaler alternatives to value-driven collaborators who understand local realities.– How AI and cloud demand are reshaping infrastructure needs, and how MTN’s metered cloud is enabling startups and enterprises to build locally without forex or latency barriers.