Vox 5G in SA: Faster, better coverage

Vox, a leading internet service provider, has recently launched its 5G service in South Africa to deliver high-speed connectivity and outstanding performance

Unlike 4G, which supports 200 to 400 users per tower, the new 5G towers can connect up to 10,000 users and offer speeds at least ten times faster.

With a wide network of 5G towers nationwide, Vox is providing South Africans with advanced, cost-effective connectivity aimed at enhancing and transforming consumer and business services.

“Our offering is designed to be competitive on both pricing and service delivery, ensuring customers can experience the exceptional speeds and capabilities of 5G within a well-developed, reliable network,” remarked Chris Boshoff, senior product manager at Vox. The service significantly enhances Vox's range of solutions, offering essential 5G services tailored to customer needs.

Offering speeds ten times faster than LTE, 5G boosts performance across various sectors including gaming, home entertainment, business, and manufacturing. The low latency of this solution is crucial, as it improves data transfer times between devices, accelerates network data traversal, supports real-time transactions, and enables advanced technology solutions across multiple sectors.

“The value of low latency cannot be understated,” commented Boshoff. “It is an essential ingredient in delivering real-time data analytics and decision-making and it is central to the capabilities of next-generation voice, video, and gaming solutions.”

In manufacturing, 5G enhances the functionality of the Industrial Internet of Things (IoT). For businesses, it facilitates remote or hybrid working models by providing employees with exceptional connectivity outside the office. Organisations can also use 5G to boost their AI, automation, IoT, and data analytics strategies, ensuring data transfer speeds that enable real-time insights and system management. Additionally, remote working, video conferencing, and eSports benefit from increased speed and reliability.

“I think it’s important to acknowledge the significant impact 5G is going to have on the eSports industry,” stated Boshoff. “It’s a growing segment in South Africa that’s accessible to all levels of the community and drives both inclusion and growth. South Africa is a pool of fresh, untapped talent that’s poised to drive advancements and engagement in eSports.”

The introduction of 5G connectivity through the Vox network paves the way for business growth, transformed consumer service delivery, access to innovative services, and an attractive investment environment.

“Connectivity is one of the core drivers of growth and the economy,” concluded Boshoff. “Our introduction of 5G forms part of our commitment to supporting a thriving economy and connected community.”

The Vox 5G solution is available in all major cities and other densely populated areas, with over 45% population coverage as of the end of April 2024.