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Telkom is trying to grow its mobile and fibre services while selling off non‑core assets and making smarter network spending, aiming to improve cash coming in and reduce debt. The big question is whether tougher competition and one‑off cash boosts can give way to steadier growth from the core business.Read more

MTN is leaning on Africa’s growing demand for mobile data and everyday mobile payments to move beyond basic calling and keep customers coming back. The upside comes with real hurdles, though—tougher price battles, shifting rules, and unstable local currencies could still derail the story.Read more

Vodacom faces growing pressure as tighter data rules, heavy network spending, and tougher price competition collide with customers moving calls and messages to apps. At the same time, its expansion beyond South Africa and push into mobile money and other digital services could help protect profits if it executes well.Read more

Vodacom is leaning hard into mobile money and other digital services, and the bet is that these faster-growing, lighter-to-run businesses can lift profits even if the wider economy stays sluggish. The upside hinges on expansion beyond South Africa—especially Egypt—and on sharing network infrastructure and partnering with tech firms, while regulation, currency swings, and tougher competition could still get in the way.Read more

New tech like satellite internet and tougher rules could make it harder for MTN to keep customers and profits across its biggest markets. At the same time, growing demand for data and mobile money could keep the business moving forward, setting up a sharp debate over what the company is really worth.Read more

Key Takeaways Surging data and advanced fintech services are reshaping MTN's revenue mix, driving higher margins and establishing new long-term growth platforms. Strategic investments, an expanding youthful customer base, and increased financial flexibility poise MTN for sustained earnings growth and enhanced shareholder returns.Read more

Key Takeaways Continued declines in legacy fixed-line revenue and growing competitive pressures threaten margins, while sector-wide fiber uptake and mobile gains are unlikely to offset losses. High capital requirements, inflationary lease expenses, and reduced asset sale benefits constrain cash flow, limiting capacity to fund growth amid market saturation and technological disruption.Read more

Key Takeaways Expansion of 4G and financial services in Africa is key to increasing Vodacom's revenue and diversifying its revenue streams. Investments in 5G and climate initiatives enhance market opportunities and could attract ESG-focused investors, improving sustainability.Read more

Key Takeaways Telkom's leadership in affordable data and large-scale migration from legacy users position it for substantial market share gains and high-margin, resilient revenue growth. Strategic network expansion, operational efficiencies, and integrated digital offerings underpin superior long-term earnings, free cash flow expansion, and enhanced shareholder returns.Read more