IHS Towers

IHS Towers is a prominent independent owner, operator, and developer of shared communications infrastructure, primarily focused on emerging markets in Africa and Latin America. Founded in 2001 in Lagos, Nigeria, the company manages over 39,000 towers across eight countries, including Nigeria, Cameroon, Côte d’Ivoire, Rwanda, South Africa, Zambia, Brazil, and Colombia. The company specializes in building, acquiring, and operating telecommunications towers and related infrastructure. Its services include colocation, new site development, in-building solutions, small cell deployment, fiber connectivity, and rural telephony. These offerings support mobile network operators in providing wireless voice and data services, enhancing mobile coverage and digital connectivity in underserved markets. IHS Towers plays a vital role in accelerating digitalization and economic development by enabling mobile connectivity for various digital services in these regions. IHS Towers went public on the New York Stock Exchange in October 2021, marking a significant milestone as the largest U.S. listing of a company with African heritage. This has improved its access to capital and increased its global recognition.