South Africa is *undergoing a digital transformation* in its telecommunications industry, with key domains such as international and longdistance connectivity, last mile connectivity, and data centres shaping its digital future. The ICT industry has played a vital role in lessening the digital divide and enabling citizens from rural and underserved regions to access the internet and digital services. The National Infrastructure Plan 2050 prioritizes highspeed internet and advocates for effective egovernment services in healthcare, education, and service delivery at affordable prices to achieve universal broadband infrastructure coverage. Initiatives like the SA Connect Programme and the Broadband Access Fund are *bridging the digital divide* by providing WiFi access to underprivileged communities and a SA Connect Gigabit Mesh Network in Greater Kokstad.
