According to new data from Opensignal, 5G phone users in South Africa enjoy improved connectivity quality; however, they are seldom connected to 5G networks consistently, spending nearly 90% of their time on 4G networks.

According to TechCentral, the future growth of South Africa's mobile market is expected to shift focus from connecting people to connecting machines. Pambos Soteriades emphasizes that mobile virtual network operators (MVNOs) must adapt to this change to remain competitive in the evolving landscape.

According to TechCentral, South Africa's Internet of Things (IoT) opportunity may be less significant than it appears, with existing platforms already dominating the market. The article references BlackBerry's experience as a cautionary tale for emerging IoT platforms in the region, suggesting that they should learn from past mistakes.

According to TechCabal, South Africa's largest banks are adopting mobile services to enhance customer engagement and expand their user base. This shift is seen as a strategy to generate new revenue streams amid a stagnating banking market, as banks aim to integrate more deeply into customers' daily digital activities.

According to Gadgets Africa, online gaming has gradually integrated into Africa's mobile economy, overcoming previous concerns about infrastructure gaps that were seen as barriers to the adoption of online services. This shift indicates a growing acceptance and utilization of digital platforms across the continent.

The Uganda Communications Commission (UCC) allocated spectrum for commercial 5G services in 2023, highlighting that the technology's potential extends beyond faster internet. However, businesses in Uganda have yet to fully leverage the capabilities of 5G, which could transform various sectors. The article explores the reasons behind this underutilization.