Cell C is a mobile telecommunications company operating in South Africa, offering voice, data, messaging, and

mobile virtual network operator A mobile virtual network operator (MVNO) is a wireless communications services provider that does not own the wireless network infrastructure over which it provides services to its customers. An MVNO enters into a business agreement with a mobil ...

(MVNO) services. The company provides various prepaid and postpaid packages, as well as home internet services. The company's head office is located in Waterfall, Midrand, Gauteng, South Africa. As of 2024, Cell C has 8.5 million subscribers across the country, is the 4th largest mobile network operator in South Africa. Cell C was the first and remains the leading network provider of MVNO services in South Africa.

New Brand Launch

In August 2024, Cell C introduced a new brand identity with the campaign tagline “Nothing should stop you, Switch to See, Cell C".

Sponsorships

Cell C is actively involved in sponsorships that include: * Sharks Rugby Team * SA Rugby legends * Wheel of Fortune * Comrades Marathon

Technology

Recognising the evolving landscape, Cell C embarked on a four-year journey, deactivating its own physical tower and radio access network (RAN) and seamlessly migrating prepaid and Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) customers to a virtualised RAN on MTN's infrastructure. Simultaneously, it migrated contract and broadband customers to Vodacom’s network through a roaming agreement. This deal is part of Cell C's broader strategy to move towards a more asset-light operating model, focusing on reducing capital expenditure and operational costs while still providing reliable service to its customers. Cell C has expanded access to approximately 28 000 towers nationwide, including over 12,000 4G/LTE-enabled sites.

External links

*{{official website, https://www.cellc.co.za/cellc/home Mobile phone companies of South Africa Telecommunications companies established in 2001 South African companies established in 2001 Privately held companies of South Africa Companies based in Johannesburg