Vodacom has increased its customers across its networks in SA, Tanzania, Democratic Republic of Congo, Lesotho and Mozambique by 7.3% in the three months since 31 March.
We are at a period in communications where technology, legislation and business models are changing rapidly, says Andy Brauer, CTO at Business Connexion.
Bluetooth proximity marketing is getting attention in SA as more phones come equipped with the technology.
Despite the practical limitations of WiMax wireless connectivity, Internet Solutions says it will bring several significant benefits to SA.
Africa`s mobile subscriber base is rising exponentially, with an anticipated 66 million mobile phone units sold by year-end, Gartner says.
Virgin Mobile`s controversial "heaven" television advert can continue to be broadcast, ASA says.
In today`s technology roundup: Motorola unveils new Razrs, WiFi device promises to make CD player obsolete, and VOIP call quality getting worse.
USSD has yet to enjoy mass-market success, but this is expected to change with a large number of projects worldwide, particularly in emerging markets, with SA leading the way, says Iric Niezen, CEO of Flash Media Group.
The longstanding battle between V-Mobile and SA`s Econet Wireless will go to trial in October.
MTN has increased its stake in its Ugandan operation by buying out a 13% stake for R384.7 million.
Jasco is positioned to capitalise on the telecommunications boom, it says.
Fixed-mobile convergence is highly topical in the local telecoms market and WiMax is likely to take it from concept to success, says Keith Bothma, executive manager of GijimaAst.
Vodafone`s South African subsidiary has added 761 000 customers to its subscriber base in the last quarter, says the UK mobile operator.