Vodacom Southern Gauteng investing R660m in network
Vodacom’s Southern Gauteng region is investing more than R660-million into network infrastructure as it continues to expand coverage and drive digital inclusion in one of South Africa’s most economically vital areas.
The investment aims to accelerate 4G and 5G rollout in key urban and peri-urban areas, enhance network capacity to meet growing data demand and improve network resilience.
Part of the funding will support new site builds to extend coverage to underserved communities and support the region’s expanding digital ecosystem.
Sixty-seven base stations will be deployed across Springs, Brakpan, Germiston, Tembisa, Alberton, Clayville, Kempton Park, Soweto, Vereeniging, Diepsloot, Olievenhoutbosch, Vosloorus and Alexandra.
Vodacom is also rolling out 5G technology across 445 sites in key areas, with the advanced network infrastructure enabling faster speeds, lower latency and enhanced user experience for consumers and businesses.
Further, 409 sites are undergoing 4G capacity upgrades using L700 spectrum across the same major locations.
These upgrades will ensure reliable, high-speed connectivity even during peak use periods.
To support growing 4G and 5G traffic, Vodacom is also upgrading its transmission infrastructure in Southern Gauteng.
“Our network investment reflects our commitment to meeting the growing connectivity needs of Southern Gauteng’s diverse communities and businesses,” says Vodacom Southern Gauteng managing executive Ridwaan Soomra.
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