Articles about Virgin Mobile

VIDEO: Jorge Mendes: It’s not Cell C’s ‘divine right to succeed’

Cell C is determined it will not make the same mistakes as Virgin Mobile and Red Bull Mobile did, says CEO Jorge Mendes.

Virgin Mobile to close shop in SA after 15 years

A combination of tough trading conditions, strong competition and the economic stress posed by COVID-19 means it has been a challenging market, says the MVNO.

Poket Mobile debuts in SA, extending list of MNVOs

The Mbinga Network brand operates through an agreement with FREI, a mobile virtual network enabler.

Virgin Mobile MEA gets new CEO

Alan Gow was a co-founder of the original Virgin Mobile in the UK alongside Sir Richard Branson and an architect of the company's economic model as an MVNO.

Cell C passes 1m MVNO customers

Over a million South Africans use mobile virtual network operators through Cell C's infrastructure.

MVNOs cheaper than established operators

On a price comparison basis, the niche players are cheaper than the traditional network operators, making them very affordable for consumers, says Tariffic.

Govt thwarts ICT investment

Government interference in telecoms deals has scuppered some potentially lucrative investments in SA.

Movement afoot in MVNO space

The niche cellular service sector should see more action in the first half of 2015.

Analysts sceptical about Virgin's chances

Some question the likelihood of Virgin Mobile doubling its subscriber base, and whether the MVNO is still relevant in SA.

Virgin Mobile unveils free on-net calls

Virgin Mobile outlines its strategy to boost subscriber numbers by offering free on-net calls.

Mirage signs with Cell C for virtual networks

The mobile virtual network enabler is expected to lure big brands with custom mobile products.

Ripe for the picking

Can Orange succeed in SA?