South African watchdog drops opposition to Vodacom's Maziv deal
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jul 08 2025
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Source: Reuters
Competition Commission's Decision: South Africa's Competition Commission has dropped its opposition to Vodacom's acquisition of a 30% stake in Maziv after revised terms addressed competition concerns, increasing the likelihood of approval from the Competition Appeal Court.
Impact on Network Expansion: If approved, Vodacom's CEO believes the deal will enhance network expansion, reduce communication costs, and contribute to job creation, while also ensuring lower-cost broadband packages and increased investment in new fibre infrastructure.
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Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
