Vodacom, led by South African exec. Shameel Joosub, extends deadline for $790 million Maziv deal
The deal, first disclosed on Nov. 10, 2021, has encountered multiple regulatory and transactional hurdles, leading to repeated extensions.
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Vodacom’s $730-million deal faces appeal against block
Vodacom’s $730-million fiber network acquisition faces a critical appeal, with government and industry leaders backing the deal to accelerate digital infrastructure and create jobs in South Africa.
Vodacom posts $4.1-billion revenue in H1 2024
Despite this growth, profitability faced challenges due to currency fluctuations in key markets such as Egypt and Ethiopia, which put pressure on service revenue.
Vodacom faces regulatory setback in $790-million Maziv acquisition
Vodacom's Maziv deal blocked by Competition Tribunal. Regulatory hurdles stifle expansion plans.
Vodacom, led by South African exec Shameel Joosub, deploys world first mobile radio equipment in Egypt
Vodacom Group led by leading South African executive Shameel Joosub has announced the successful deployment of a world-first triple-band mobile radio unit.
South African exec Shameel Joosub-led Vodacom discusses infrastructure deals with Orange across Africa
Vodacom Group, led by telecoms veteran Shameel Joosub, boasts a network of over 200 million African subscribers.
Vodacom, led by South African executive Shameel Joosub, reports $8.2 billion in revenue
Maintaining its leadership in South Africa and across the continent, Vodacom reported strong growth in key segments, with financial services emerging as a major driver.
South African exec Shameel Joosub-led Vodacom concludes $26.7 million acquisition of Smile Communication
In a public announcement, Vodacom Tanzania emphasized the strategic significance of the acquisition in enhancing its network infrastructure and delivering superior services to its customers.
South Africa’s job crisis worsens as CEO Shameel Joosub leads Vodacom to cut 80 jobs
The decision to cut approximately 80 jobs has drawn criticism from organizations such as the Congress of South African Trade Unions (COSATU).
South African exec Shameel Joosub-led Vodacom launches digital skills initiative to combat youth unemployment
The initiative aims to provide free access to digital training courses through the newly unveiled Mzansi Digital Learning platform.
South African executive Shameel Joosub earns $3.4-million salary from Vodacom
His compensation package includes a R16.64-million ($0.88 million) base salary, accompanied by a short-term incentive of R14.03 million ($0.74 million).
Led by South African tycoon Shameel Joosub, Vodacom completes Vodafone Egypt acquisition
Joosub said the deal represents an important milestone for Vodacom Group.
South African businessman Shameel Joosub: Vodacom acquisition in Egypt will drive transition from telco to tech-co
Joosub holds a beneficial 0.1-percent stake valued at $13.5 million in Vodacom.