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.
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The operator confirms it is in talks with MTN and Vodafone, resulting in speculation that it may shed its Vodacom stake and fixed-line business.
The company will focus on the development of business communication strategies.
Tight regulation may hinder SA's broadband and wireless growth, analysts predict.
The drive is an economical substitute for hard disk drives in low-cost PCs, the company says.
The company restructures and unbundles debt to become "more attractive" to prospective buyers.
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