TMT Finance quote an ’unnamed source’ that MTN is in ’formal discussions’ with American Tower to acquire assets in a private sale, rather than through the usual auction process. Tech Central suggests that MTN has ’moved to play down the report’. TMT Finance tend to have the ear of certain key investment managers, so there may be enough smoke to suggest a fire, so we’ll explain the obvious reasons why people are putting two and two together in this case.

Innovating cell site design to connect the next billion subscribers

How CPS design hybrid energy solutions to cut opex by 50-60% at multi-tenant sites

How to halve diesel consumption and O&M costs while improving reliability

Selecting the right power solution to achieve the best possible energy opex reduction at each cell site is a critical decision. TowerXchange presents part one of our ongoing TowerPower series, profiling proven energy opex saving innovations and interviewing the senior executives behind them. We’re looking for on-grid, unreliable grid and off-grid innovations, sometimes blending renewable energy sources into hybrid solutions with a 8-24 month RoI, and sometimes simply looking for the “quick fixes” that yield the quickest and best opex reduction for the lowest possible capex.

Due diligence, regulatory uncertainty, tax and deal structuring considerations slow deals

A closer look at two important parts of the contractual framework for infrastructure sharing

Why having an acceptable database of towers is important, but why knowing your organisational goals is even more important

Lawyers with Direct experience of advising on African tower transactions

From accurate co-ordinates to permits, leases, designs, drawings and information on the generator, TowerXchange explains the data you need to maximise the valuation of your towers

Do new entrants have the necessary competence, experience and funding?

New report reveals transaction costs of $20-30,00 per site and 2-3 year RoI