The Department of Communications has noted media reports with regard to the proposed deal between MTN and India's Bharti Airtel.
We wish to put it on record that the department and/or the government have not taken a stance on the issue as discussions between the parties are ongoing. It is therefore incorrect that government has offered its support for the proposed tie-up at this stage as reported in the media.
For more information contact:
Tiyani Rikhotso
Cell: 083 800 9936
Issued by: Department of Communications
2 September 2009
