MTN starts countdown to phase out 3G
Move is in line with government pressure to free up spectrum for 4G and 5G
06 November 2022 - 00:03
MTN will start switching off its local 3G network in 2025 to free up spectrum and save costs, but admits many South Africans will be reluctant to upgrade to 4G or 5G devices. ..
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