The CWU threatens to disallow discussions with Vodafone and MTN.
IP-based communications systems integrate previously separate silos of communications, says Deon Scheepers, technology solutions director at Atio.
Only one hurdle remains to the cellphone tower manufacturer's full acquisition of JK Shelters.
Industry players are likely to fight ICASA and each other over WiMax spectrum allocation.
The tariff cuts follow a 4 000% increase in the uptake of a broadband offering that was on promotion.
Mobile telecoms growth in the MEA region has attracted UK-based Synchronica.
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The proposed MTN and Telkom deal illustrates convergence between fixed and mobile carriers is a natural progression.
Capitec Bank is using IT to cut costs, eliminate the branch back-office and keep its operations paperless and real-time.
The cellphone is now better positioned as a means for consumers to access information than PCs, TVs or radio.
Such a deal would greatly reduce government's influence in the telecoms sector.
Universal Service Fund strategies in Commonwealth countries are set to get a "makeover".
The Middle East, Gulf and North Africa cellular market is showing signs of saturation, say analysts.