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Telkom’s Shocking Truth: 20 Million Mobile Users, But At What Cost?
Telkom, the country’s largest telecommunications provider, has finally reached a milestone: 20 million mobile users. But beneath the surface, this "achievement" masks a host of problems.
Fibre Frenzy
Telkom’s fibre business is booming, but is it at the expense of smaller players and the environment? With fibre now making up 93% of Openserve’s external wholesale revenue, is this the beginning of a monopolistic takeover?
BCX in Crisis
Meanwhile, BCX, Telkom’s IT subsidiary, is struggling to stay afloat. Reported revenue declined by 2.3% to R12.9-billion, and its Ebitda plummeted by 28.4%. Is BCX the canary in the coal mine, warning us of Telkom’s impending decline?
Mobile Mayhem
Telkom’s mobile network has 20.4 million subscribers, but is this growth at the expense of quality? With Arpu (average revenue per user) dropping to R84, is this a sign of decreasing customer loyalty? And what about the environmental impact of all those towers and infrastructure?
No Dividend, No Thanks
Telkom’s decision not to declare a dividend this year is a clear sign of its financial struggles. Will this affect its ability to invest in its network and infrastructure, leading to a downward spiral of service quality and reliability?
Icasa Call Rate Cuts: A Recipe for Disaster
Telkom’s warning to Icasa about call rate cuts will punish smaller players is a thinly veiled attempt to maintain its dominance. Is this a call to arms, or a desperate cry for help?
