By Alvin Lansana Kargbo
Orange Sierra Leone, in partnership with Mobihive, has launched the Tross Phone initiative, a new device financing scheme that enables customers to acquire selected smartphones on credit and repay through affordable monthly installments. The initiative was officially unveiled on 10 December 2025 at the Orange office on Rawdon Street in Freetown.
The scheme allows eligible customers to access Samsung, Tecno, Nokia and Infinix smartphones and complete payment over a four-month period. Available models under the rollout include the Samsung A05, A06, A07 and A16, Tecno Pop 10, Nokia C01 and Infinix Space 10. Devices can be obtained at Orange headquarters in Hill Station, the Rawdon Street branch, and the Wellington shop, with plans to extend availability nationwide in 2026.
To qualify, customers must present a valid National Identification Card and must be active Orange Money subscribers. Subscribers are required to make a 38% initial payment, which includes the first month’s installment, after which the device is issued immediately. The remaining balance is settled over the next three months using Orange Money. Customers also receive 2GB of data for every successful monthly repayment. In cases of default, Mobihive’s remote locking technology will be applied to protect the integrity of the financing model. Upon full repayment, complete ownership of the device is transferred to the customer.
Speaking at the launch, George Otis Campbell, who leads Strategy, Innovation, Digital Content and Devices at Orange Sierra Leone, said the new initiative was created to help customers upgrade to reliable smartphones without the pressure of high upfront payments. He noted that Mobihive is serving as the financial partner, providing capital and the technology that powers the credit scheme.
George Otis Campbell explained that the Tross Phone initiative will be rolled out through Orange’s extensive distribution network, enabling broader access across the country. He stressed that onboarding is simple and requires no minimum duration on the Orange network. According to him, the initiative responds to the rising demand for affordable smartphone access and reflects a shared operational effort in which Mobihive drives financing while Orange leads distribution.
Mamadou Bousso, Chief Marketing Officer and Director for Strategy, Transformation and Marketing at Orange Sierra Leone, said the company is introducing a practical solution tailored to the needs of customers seeking affordable digital tools. He emphasized that smartphones are essential for communication, education, business and access to information, making affordability a central focus for Orange.
Describing the initiative as the best value smartphone financing scheme in Sierra Leone, Mamadou Bousso said Tross Phone aligns with Orange’s mission to simplify lives and fulfil its digital-inclusion promise. He expressed appreciation to the company’s leadership, Mobihive’s team and Orange’s commercial and technical departments for ensuring a smooth rollout.
Mobihive Country Director, Yuvraj Jaiswal, described the partnership as a major milestone for the company’s work in Sierra Leone. He thanked Orange’s Management and acknowledged the contributions of George Otis Campbell in forging the collaboration. Yuvraj Jaiswal noted that Mobihive, a UK-based technology firm with expertise in fintech, data, artificial intelligence and bespoke IT solutions, has extensive experience building systems that connect telecoms, banking, micro-finance and insurance services.
He stated that the joint venture will offer a range of smartphones from Samsung, Tecno, Nokia and Infinix on flexible installment plans aimed at expanding access to digital devices nationwide.
The launch of the Tross Phone initiative represents an important step toward deepening digital inclusion in Sierra Leone. By offering structured and affordable smartphone ownership, Orange and Mobihive are opening new opportunities for communication, learning, business and digital participation for thousands of Sierra Leoneans.
