In a move that will be welcomed by business owners around the country, Microsoft and MTN has created a partnership to finally do something about the terrible disadvantage SA Business owners face due to the current lack of a low cost internet infrastructure in South Africa.

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Microsoft to offer cheap internet in South Africa in partnership with MTN

World’s largest software company Microsoft is planning to offer cheap internet service in the South African region in partnership with South African cellular operator MTN.

Microsoft Chairman Bill Gates was speaking at a conference in Cape Town where he said that Microsoft and MTN would work together to provide affordable options for consumers who purchase Internet connectivity and a personal computer running Microsoft’s Windows starter edition software.

The two companies plan to offer flexible terms through either the purchase of the PC and Internet access on a fixed-term contract for a low monthly fee or through purchasing the PC and a month-to-month Internet contract.

Gates added: “Mobile connectivity has become a key driver of telecommunications growth across the continent and has paved the way for increased mobile access through convergence and mobile data and wireless applications.â€