- Geopolitical and macroeconomic conditions (high inflation, currency fluctuations, political instability)
- Complex regulatory and tax environment
- Network and platform performance (loadshedding in South Africa, rising energy costs)
- Financial resilience (forex volatility, inflation, interest rates)
- Cybersecurity and digital safety threats
- Supply chain disruptions
- ESG issues (emissions reduction, digital inclusion, diversity)
MTN Group Limited
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, MTN Group Limited disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 3.7M million tCO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
3.7M million tCO2e
2023
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- 13.1% absolute reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions (excluding MTN SA)
- 89.2% broadband coverage (2022: 87.8%)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Complete network resilience program in South Africa
- Sustain improved network availability and quality in South Africa
- Drive further resilience and power efficiencies in MTN SA network
- Drive commercial initiatives in MTN SA to sustain prepaid momentum and accelerate device strategy
- Strengthen MTN Nigeria margins and balance sheet resilience
📅 Medium-term
- 95% broadband coverage by 2025
- 30% renewable energy by 2030
- 50% absolute average reduction in emissions by 2030
- Net Zero emissions by 2040
- 50% female representation by 2030
🔭 Long-term
- Net Zero emissions by 2040
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDiversity & InclusionDigital and Financial InclusionBroadband CoverageHuman RightsGovernanceEthicsComplianceStakeholder EngagementNet Zero Emissions