Yas Comoros

Yas Comoros (previously known as Telma Comoros) joining the Connected Women Commitment Initiative signifies a progressive step towards gender equality in the digital and financial arenas within the Comoros Islands. By pledging to enhance the proportion of women in their mobile internet and mobile money customer base by 2026, Yas Comoros is addressing a crucial gap in gender disparity. This commitment not only supports the inclusion of more women in the digital world but also aligns with broader goals of empowering women economically and socially.

Yas Comoros, a subsidiary of AXIAN Telecom, is spearheading the digital transformation in the Comoros archipelago. With the introduction of the first 4G coverage in the region, Yas Comoros is revolutionising connectivity for residents and businesses alike. Additionally, Yas Comoros is expanding its international remittance services, providing crucial financial support to families and enterprises. Through its mobile money brand, Mvola, Yas Comoros offers secure and accessible financial services, empowering individuals to manage their finances efficiently. Furthermore, Yas Comoros is dedicated to bridging the digital divide by providing broadband internet solutions tailored to the needs of the community, ensuring widespread access to online resources and opportunities.

“We are proud to announce our commitment to the GSMA Connected Women Initiative, a global endeavor with profound implications for the digital and financial inclusion of women. As part of this commitment, Yas Comoros is dedicated to increasing the representation of women within both its mobile money and active data user customer bases in the Comoros.

By offering tailored digital and financial solutions we aim to empower women technologically, digitally, and financially, enabling them to not only support themselves and their families but also contribute to the economic advancement of our nation. Our aim is to amplify the voices of Comorian women, enriching their lives and fostering sustainable development across our unique archipelago.”

– Christophe Olivier, CEO, Yas Comoros

Yas Comoros is actively working to empower women in the Comoros, particularly in agriculture. By providing support and training to female agricultural entrepreneurs, they are boosting the sector’s contribution to the economy. Their focus on integrating mobile money into commercial activities is crucial, as it enhances financial inclusion, especially for women who may face barriers to accessing traditional banking services. Yas Comoros’s commitment to initiatives like the GSMA’s Connected Women Commitment Initiative demonstrates a promising path towards reducing gender disparities and fostering economic development in the region. These efforts not only benefit women but also contribute to positive changes in Comorian society as a whole.