Vodacom Secures 30% Stake in Maziv After Lengthy Four-Year Battle
Vodacom has finally completed its acquisition of a 30% stake in Maziv, the parent company of South Africa’s prominent fiber-network operators, Vumatel and Dark Fibre Africa (DFA). The deal, which has been in the works since 2021, has faced significant challenges, including regulatory reviews and legal disputes. This milestone signifies a major shift in the South African telecommunications landscape, bringing together a leading mobile operator with key players in the fiber infrastructure sector.
Regulatory Approval Marks the End of a Prolonged Struggle
The final hurdle was cleared this week with the confirmation of approval from the Independent Communications Authority of South Africa (ICASA). Vodacom announced that all conditions necessary for the deal to go ahead have been fulfilled, paving the way for the transaction’s implementation. The completion date is scheduled for Monday, December 1, 2025. The journey has spanned four years, marked by interventions from competition authorities and court proceedings, underscoring the complexities involved in such significant mergers within the South African market. This acquisition is seen as a strategic move by Vodacom to strengthen its position in the rapidly growing fibre market and expand its infrastructure footprint across South Africa.
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