Vodacom KwaZulu-Natal has announced a transformative investment of over R1,1-billion in network infrastructure for the current financial year (FY26).
“Our investment in KwaZulu-Natal reflects our commitment to building a digitally inclusive province where everyone can access the opportunities of the digital economy,” says Imran Khan, managing executive for Vodacom KwaZulu-Natal Region.
Vodacom’s R1,142-billion investment in KZN’s network infrastructure during the financial year demonstrates the company’s commitment to ubiquitous connectivity across the province.
The investment breakdown includes R796-million for radio projects, R289-million to transmission, R36-million towards energy, and R20-million for core data networks.
A significant component of Vodacom’s infrastructure investment focuses on deep rural areas, with over R100-million dedicated to extending connectivity to previously underserved communities.
This initiative has brought reliable mobile coverage to villages including KwaMaphumulo, Nongoma, Vryheid, Empangeni, Nottingham, and the Kamberg valley region in South County, as well as communities across uMkhanyakude, which is primed for agro-processing, eco-tourism, and renewable energy development.
“Expanding connectivity to deep rural areas is not just about infrastructure, it’s about creating economic opportunities and ensuring that rural communities can participate fully in the digital economy,” Khan says.
Vodacom Business KZN supports business transformation through its digital core strategy, offering integrated solutions spanning cloud services, cybersecurity, IoT, mobile and unified communications, hosting, managed services, and platforms for digital applications.
“We’re transitioning from a traditional telco to a future-ready TechCo,” says Khan. “Businesses today face emerging technologies like 5G, AI, and quantum computing, alongside competition from hyperscalers and digital natives. Our role is to help enterprises adapt to the pace of digitalisation through systems of advantage via our digital core and customer-360 approach.”
In terms of affordability, through Just4You and Just4YourTown, customers receive personalised data and voice offerings tailored to their behaviour and location, ensuring connectivity at lower costs.
The Easy2Own device financing initiative enables customers to access smartphones affordably, helping to increase smartphone penetration across the province.