Telkom, BCX extend deadline for merger

Feb 2, 2015

Telkom and Business Connexion (BCX) now expect their merger to be completed by 31 March, instead of at the end of January as originally anticipated. The merger still needs to be approved by the Competition Commission of SA, the Common Marked for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Commission and the Independent Communications Authority of SA (ICASA).

Telkom ramps up SME focus

Jan 16, 2015

The delivery of accessible and value-adding ICT functionality specifically tailored to South Africans growing small and medium enterprises (SMEs) is a key priority for Telkom in 2015. The SME sector is widely recognised as a key contributor to South Africa’s economic...

Telkom, MTN still in roaming talks

Jan 5, 2015

Telkom has renewed its cautionary announcement regarding negotiations with MTN SA. According to the latest announcement the two companies remain in discussions regarding the potential extension of their existing roaming agreement to include bilateral roaming and outsourcing of the operation of Telkom’s radio access network.

Direct Telkom billing for Galaxy apps

Dec 15, 2014

For the first time in South Africa, customers can securely and conveniently purchase apps and content from the Samsung Galaxy App Store using their Samsung devices and charge it directly to their Telkom mobile bill or airtime, thanks to Direct Operator Billing. This...

Telkom, Blue Label settle their differences

Dec 10, 2014

Telkom and Blue Label Telecoms have settled arbitration proceedings and litigation. In June 2011, arbitration proceedings were instituted by Africa Prepaid Services Nigeria Limited (APSN) against Multi-Links Telecommunications under the auspices of the Arbitration...