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Data, Debt & Disruption: How MTN, Vodacom & Telkom Are Really Performing

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Telecoms expert Dobek Pater unpacks the operating performance of South Africa’s major telcos during reporting season. We explore MTN’s strong Africa momentum, Vodacom’s diversified growth across Egypt and financial services, and Telkom’s restructuring challenges. A full sector breakdown covering regulation, leadership shifts, revenue paths, risks, and the race for African expansion.
25 Aug 1PM English South Africa Business News · Investing

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