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South Africa’s mobile network users will join consumers in leading global markets with access to next generation networks as domestic mobile network operators (MNOs) prepare to switch off legacy 2G and 3G for more advanced 4G and 5G technologies. Photographer: Waldo Swiegers/Bloomberg via Getty Images
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SA must tread carefully as it leads Africa to next generation network technology

Poorer South Africans will not be able to upgrade to smartphone devices without state assistance

  • Nomvuyiso Batyi
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