Telecom Egypt, the leading telecom operator in Egypt, has announced a multi-year agreement with Mada Communications (Mada®), a prominent telecom solutions provider, to become its preferred strategic international SMS service provider.
Following a rigorous selection process, Telecom Egypt selected Mada® as its strategic partner due to Mada®’s extensive expertise, solid partnerships with local and international institutions, and robust security measures. Mada®’s platform adaptability and seamless compatibility with Telecom Egypt’s existing systems were also crucial factors in this decision.
Mada® will manage all International Application-to-Person (A2P) messaging services, including two-factor authentication and automated notifications. This partnership enables Telecom Egypt to leverage Mada®’s capabilities to deliver a superior customer experience while maximizing A2P messaging revenues.
Mohamed Nasr, Managing Director and CEO of Telecom Egypt, stated: “This strategic partnership extends our long-term successful relationship with Mada®, the global leader in voice services. Mada®’s extensive expertise as the leading A2P provider in the MENA region reinforces our commitment to innovative business practices and expanding our scope, contributing to sustainable revenue growth and delivering value to our customers through integrated, secure, and effective communication solutions.”
Charles Hage, CEO of Mada®, added: “We are thrilled and honored to be selected as Telecom Egypt’s preferred carrier for A2P messages. Being chosen by such a major industry player is a testament to our commitment to excellence and innovation. A special thanks to both the Telecom Egypt and Mada® teams for their hard work and dedication in making this partnership possible. We look forward to further cooperation with Telecom Egypt and bringing exceptional value to their messaging services.”
About Telecom Egypt:
Telecom Egypt is a full-service telecom operator in Egypt, providing a wide array of telecom services to a diverse customer base, including individuals, communities, SOHOs, SMEs, and large enterprises. The company offers a comprehensive portfolio of services, from fixed and mobile voice to essential data solutions, high-speed internet, smart solutions, data center facilities, and cloud computing solutions tailored for businesses. With a rich heritage of about 170 years, Telecom Egypt continues to lead the Egyptian telecom market with cutting-edge technology, robust infrastructure, and an extensive network of subsea cables. Aside from its mobile operation “WE,” Telecom Egypt holds a significant 45% ownership stake in Vodafone Egypt. Telecom Egypt’s shares and GDRs (Ticker: ETEL.CA; TEEG.LN) are traded on the Egyptian Exchange and the London Stock Exchange.
