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Tower Giant IHS Holding: Ready to Abandon African Empires?
In a shocking move, telecommunications tower operator IHS Holding is reportedly exploring the sale of its assets in Rwanda and Zambia. The company, which operates 40,000 towers across Africa, Latin America, and the Middle East, is said to be gauging interest from potential buyers for its operations in the two countries.
But why the sudden interest in divesting? Sources close to the matter suggest that IHS is looking to offload some of its assets to pay down debt and weather the storm of a faltering economy. The company’s revenue has taken a hit due to the devaluation of the naira in Nigeria, its biggest market, which has plummeted over 70% against the dollar since President Bola Tinubu took office.
A Tower of Debt
IHS’s decision to sell off its assets comes as the company struggles to stay afloat. Shares of IHS have fallen more than 80% since its New York listing in 2021, and the company is now seeking to raise between $500 million and $1 billion to stay afloat. It’s a desperate bid to stay ahead of the curve, but will it be enough to save the company from the jaws of bankruptcy?
A Changing Landscape
The sale of IHS’s assets in Rwanda and Zambia marks a significant shift in the company’s strategy. Once a dominant player in the African telecommunications market, IHS is now forced to adapt to a rapidly changing landscape. The rise of new technologies and players has disrupted the traditional telecommunications industry, and IHS is struggling to keep up.
What’s Next?
As IHS navigates this uncertain terrain, one thing is clear: the company’s days as a dominant player in the African telecommunications market are numbered. Will it be able to recover from its current woes, or will it become another casualty of the industry’s rapid evolution? Only time will tell.