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Vodacom's commitment to enhance rural connectivity in KwaZulu-Natal with over 300 new towers
Vodacom is set to revolutionise communication in rural KwaZulu-Natal by installing over 300 towers in the next three years, tackling long-standing network issues and significantly enhancing service delivery.
Vodacom appoints Mohamed Abdallah as CEO for international markets and Vodafone Egypt
Vodacom announces new leadership with Mohamed Abdallah as CEO of international markets.
Vodacom's subscriber growth nearly doubles despite challenges in Mozambique and DRC
Vodacom has nearly doubled its subscriber base over the past five years as it nears the completion of its Vision 2025 plan.
Makate vs Vodacom: Court silence sparks outrage over delayed Please Call Me ruling
The #PleaseCallMe Movement urges national leaders to intervene in the protracted legal battle over the 'Please Call Me' service, warning that ongoing judicial delays threaten public trust in South Africa's justice system.
Vodacom announces price hikes for calls and data: What you need to know
Vodacom's latest announcement reveals a price increase for voice and data services, leaving customers to reconsider their mobile budgets
Judicial Delays: The ongoing wait for the ‘Please Call Me’ Concourt verdict
Nearly six months after the Constitutional Court's hearing of the ‘Please Call Me’ case, the nation awaits a verdict in a legal battle that has spanned over 25 years, raising concerns over judicial delays and the quest for justice.
Vodacom and Ingonyama Trust Board partner to enhance mobile connectivity in rural KwaZulu-Natal
The Ingonyama Trust Board and Vodacom have signed a landmark agreement to build cellular towers in rural KwaZulu-Natal, aiming to improve mobile connectivity and empower local communities.
Four months and counting, Constitutional Court silent on 'Please Call Me' case
Four months after hearing the high-profile 'Please Call Me' case between inventor Nkosana Makate and Vodacom, the Constitutional Court has yet to deliver judgment. Legal experts express concern about judicial delays while Makate remains hopeful for resolution.
Bulls&Bears: South Africa’s telco sector: defensive, resilient, and emerging from a rough patch
Explore how South Africa's telecommunications sector is navigating economic challenges and emerging stronger, offering insights for investors and consumers alike.
Tshwane police arrest three in essential infrastructure crime crackdown
Tshwane District Police officers conducted an intelligence-driven operation targeting essential infrastructure crimes, aimed at curbing the illegal trade of secondhand goods and the sale of stolen property linked to vital infrastructure.
R20 million boost for Vodacom CEO Shameel Joosub as he cashes in on 165,000 shares
Vodacom CEO Shameel Joosub sells over 165,000 shares amidst a decline in salary, while the company forecasts stronger performance in the second half of the financial year.
Five foreign nationals in a Datsun Go arrested for theft of Vodacom cell tower batteries
Five foreign national travelling in a Datsun-Go were nabbed during a road block with batteries from a Vodacom cellphone tower.
Orange and Vodacom partner to expand solar-powered mobile coverage in the DRC
The companies have agreed to collaborate to build, own, and operate solar-powered mobile base stations in underserved areas of the DRC.
Basic Education minister unveils Safe Schools App to eradicate pit toilet crises
The Department of Basic Education launches the Safe Schools App to tackle the issue of pit toilets in South African schools, promoting safety and dignity for learners.
Vodacom enhances security measures to combat base station vandalism in KwaZulu-Natal
Vodacom KwaZulu-Natal is ramping up security measures to combat a surge in base station vandalism and battery theft
Vodacom tops corporate social impact rankings for eighth year
In a challenging economic climate, South African companies are stepping up to make a difference, collectively contributing R12. 7 billion to social initiatives in 2024.
Not so fast! Minister Tau wants details on the Vodacom/Maziv merger and why it was declined
Tau filed a notice of appeal earlier this week with the competition appeal court and is seeking to have the tribunal’s decision reviewed.
Restoring dignity of GBV victims: NDPP Shamila Batohi and Vodacom re-launch Kabokweni Themba Thuthuzela Care Centre
Thuthuzela Care Centers are one-stop facilities established by the NPA, which provide pre-trial services, psychosocial support, medical treatment, and legal services on-site.
Two Indy journalists walk away with prizes at Vodacom journalism awards
Two Independent Media journalists were awarded last night, beating out stiff competition from around the country to be judged the best in their respective categories.
IOL photographer and reporter bag second awards in the 2024 national Vodacom Journalist of the Year Awards
Journalist Robin-Lee Francke and photojournalist Ayanda Ndamane have been recognised for their remarkable work in storytelling through writing and the lens.
A contrarian view: why blocking the Vodacom-Maziv deal is good for local internet consumers
If Vodacom had succeeded in this deal, poorer, rural South Africans would be the ones to suffer, the author says.
‘Please Call Me’ inventor: SCA Vodacom ruling entitles me to R9. 4bn payout
Makate complains to apex court that he has never received a cent from the country’s largest mobile network operator despite his invention over two decades ago
Integrating ESG principles for a sustainable future in South Africa
Discover how Vodacom is integrating environmental, social, and governance principles to create a sustainable future for South Africa, addressing climate change and community welfare.
Indy lensman bags Vodacom Journalist Of the Year award
The judges said Ndamane submitted three images that not only captured the intensity of the news events but also demonstrated the photographer's remarkable courage and proximity to the action.
IOL reporter Robin-Lee Francke bags two awards in the 2024 Vodacom Journalist of the Year Awards
Robin-Lee Francke has come out victorious after bagging two awards at the Western Cape’s 2024 Vodacom Journalist of the Year Awards.