Vodacom boss says load-shedding threatens SA’s mobile networks
Telecom operators forced to divert funds earmarked for expansion and improving service quality to cover additional fuel and manpower costs just to keep networks operational during blackouts
21 December 2022 - 14:02
Vodacom boss Shameel Joosub has joined other telecom operators warning the government of the dangers of escalating power outages in the country.
Joosub said if not curtailed the power crisis threatens the security and availability of communications services in SA. ..
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