ICASA withdraws accusation of collusion between Vodacom and MTN

• ICASA has withdrawn its accusation of collusion between Vodacom and MTN, instead describing their similar behavior as a 'pattern of similar reaction'.
• ICASA raised concerns about Vodacom and MTN's similar reactions to new regulations on bundle rollover, out-of-bundle billing, and bundle transfers, which were published in January 2026.
• The withdrawal of the collusion accusation has sparked questions about ICASA's authority and the need for further investigation into the matter, with some lawmakers calling for action to be taken.