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Vodacom

Post and Telecommunications ServicesSouth AfricaPNK: VODAF
Last verified 3 months agovodacom.com

Vodacom Group Limited, commonly known as Vodacom, is a leading telecommunications company headquartered in Johannesburg, South Africa (ZA). Founded in 1994, Vodacom has established itself as a key player in the telecommunications industry, primarily operating in South Africa, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mozambique, and Lesotho.

The company offers a diverse range of services, including mobile voice, messaging, data, and financial services, with a strong emphasis on innovation and customer experience. Vodacom is renowned for its extensive network coverage and pioneering mobile payment solutions, such as M-Pesa, which have significantly transformed the financial landscape in Africa.

With a robust market position, Vodacom has consistently achieved notable milestones, including being one of the first operators to launch 5G services in South Africa, solidifying its reputation as a forward-thinking telecommunications provider.

59
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Industry Intensity

Very Low

Post and Telecommunications Services is among the least carbon-intensive industries

Industry performance

0.063
20192025

The Post and Telecommunications Services industry has reduced its overall emissions by 60% since 2019

Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028

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Reported emissions

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Scope 3
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Vodacom's reported carbon emissions

In 2025, Vodacom's total carbon emissions amounted to approximately 1.85 billion kg CO2e, comprising 203.4 million kg CO2e from Scope 1, 900,000 kg CO2e from Scope 2, and about 1.62 billion kg CO2e from Scope 3 emissions. This represents a significant commitment to reducing greenhouse gas emissions, with a target of achieving a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2025, as outlined in their sustainability report. Vodacom has also committed to long-term climate goals, including a net-zero target by 2050, as part of their Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) commitments. This commitment is cascaded from their parent company, Vodafone Group Public Limited Company, which influences their sustainability strategies. In previous years, Vodacom reported emissions of approximately 1.43 billion kg CO2e in 2024 and about 855.2 million kg CO2e in 2023, indicating a trend of increasing emissions primarily driven by Scope 3 activities. The company is actively working towards enhancing its sustainability practices and reducing its overall carbon footprint in alignment with global climate goals.

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Vodacom’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)

2 goals

2025

50% reduction in Scope 2

50% reduction in our scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2025

On track50%

2030

62% reduction in total GHG

Vs 2019 baseline. Validated by SBTi. Includes full supply chain.

At risk48%

2040

50% reduction in Scope 3 intensity

Across purchased goods and services and logistics.

Behind target22%

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Scope 3 top emissions categories

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Climate initiatives

SCIENCE BASED TARGETS

Science Based Targets Initiative

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CDP

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THE CLIMATE PLEDGE

The Climate Pledge

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United Nations Global Compact

UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative

Inherited from Vodafone Group Public Limited Company
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RE 100

RE 100

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Climate Action 100+

Climate Action 100

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Emissions comparison with industry peers

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CompanyCountryIndustryLast updatedScoreDetails
Vodacom logoVodacom
ZAPost and Telecommunications Services
3 months ago
59
Orange logoOrange
FRPost and Telecommunications Services
9 days ago
100
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Business Connexion Group Limited logoBusiness Connexion Group Limited
ZAComputer Services
15 days ago
76
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Airtel logoAirtel
INPost and Telecommunications Services
16 days ago
75
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Zain logoZain
KWPost and Telecommunications Services
4 minutes ago
71
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Millicom International Cellular logoMillicom International Cellular
LUPost and Telecommunications Services
10 days ago
70
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Airtel logoAirtel
GBPost and Telecommunications Services
13 days ago
66
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In 2025, Vodacom's total carbon emissions were approximately 1.85 billion kg CO₂e. This includes around 203 million kg CO₂e from Scope 1, about 900,000 kg CO₂e from Scope 2, and roughly 1.62 billion kg CO₂e from Scope 3 emissions. This data reflects Vodacom's ongoing commitment to sustainability and highlights the significant impact of its operations on the environment, particularly from Scope 3 activities, which represent the largest share of emissions.

Data year: 2025

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