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TELKOM’S GAMBLE: WILL ITS NEW CONTENT AGGREGATION PLATFORM PAY OFF?
Telkom, the struggling telecom giant, is taking a bold step into the lucrative world of video content by launching a new platform that aggregates streaming services from multiple providers. But will its gamble pay off, or will it simply become a footnote in the history books?
According to Lunga Siyo, CEO of Telkom Consumer, the company’s strategy is to become the "go-to" platform for video content services, rather than creating its own content. But is this a recipe for disaster, or a savvy move to stay ahead of the competition?
Telkom’s new platform will allow customers to access a range of streaming services, including Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, and Disney+, among others. But will the company be able to entice customers away from its competitors, or will they simply stick with the tried and true streaming services they already know and love?
The African OTT market is expected to experience explosive growth in the coming years, with revenue increasing by over $1 billion. But will Telkom be able to capitalize on this trend, or will it simply get left behind in the dust?
TELECOMS’ INVASION OF THE VIDEO STREAMING MARKET
Telkom is not alone in its bid to enter the video streaming market. Vodacom, MTN, Airtel, Globacom, Orange, and Safaricom are all vying for a piece of the action. But will this saturation of the market lead to a bloodbath, or will there be enough room for everyone to breathe?
Dr Noxolo Kubheka-Dlamini, chief digital and information officer at Telkom Consumer & Small Business, says the company’s long-term vision is to add more streaming services and offer them as part of an aggregated package, made available through a single payment. But will this strategy work, or will it simply confuse customers and drive them away?
THE BIG QUESTION: WILL TELKOM’S NEW PLATFORM BE A GAME-CHANGER, OR A Flop?
Only time will tell if Telkom’s new content aggregation platform will be a game-changer, or a flop. But one thing is certain: the stakes are high, and the outcome will have far-reaching consequences for the telecom industry.
