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Vodacom Group Limited
Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite)South Africa
Last verified 2 months agovodacom.com
Vodacom Group Limited, commonly known simply as Vodacom, is a leading African telecommunications company headquartered in South Africa. Established in 1994, Vodacom has grown to become a prominent mobile communications provider across the continent, with significant operations spanning South Africa, Tanzania, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Mozambique, and Lesotho.
Operating primarily within the Wireless Telecommunications Carriers industry, Vodacom offers a comprehensive suite of services. These include mobile voice, messaging, and data services, alongside fixed-line connectivity, internet solutions, and a growing portfolio of digital and financial services. Their innovative M-Pesa mobile money platform, for example, has revolutionised financial inclusion in several markets.
As a significant player in the African telecommunications landscape, Vodacom is renowned for its extensive network coverage and commitment to digital inclusion. They are a publicly listed company, demonstrating their ongoing influence and investment in connecting communities and businesses across their operational footprint.
77
DitchCarbon score
+14 vs industry average
Vodacom Group Limited’s score of 77 is higher than 63% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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Industry Intensity
Low
Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) has below-average carbon intensity
Industry performance
0.169
20182025
The Wireless Telecommunications Carriers (except Satellite) industry has reduced its overall emissions by 20% since 2018
Emissions trajectory 2020 – 2028
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Reported emissions
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Vodacom Group Limited's reported carbon emissions
Vodacom Group Limited, headquartered in South Africa, is a wireless telecommunications carrier. In 2025, Vodacom Group Limited reported Scope 1 emissions of approximately 203.4 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions of about 900,000 kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions of approximately 1.63 billion kg CO2e. For 2024, Scope 1 emissions were approximately 196.6 million kg CO2e, Scope 2 emissions were about 422.2 million kg CO2e, and Scope 3 emissions totalled approximately 1.39 billion kg CO2e. This Scope 3 data for 2024 included notable contributions from purchased goods and services (approximately 614.8 million kg CO2e) and fuel and energy-related activities (approximately 297.7 million kg CO2e).
Vodacom Group Limited has set ambitious climate commitments, many of which are cascaded from its ultimate parent, Vodafone Group Public Limited Company, reflecting a corporate family-wide strategy. The company aims for a 50% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions from a 2017 baseline by 2025. Additionally, Vodacom Group Limited is committed to achieving net-zero GHG emissions from its operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2035, aligning with a science-based pathway to limit global warming to 1.5°C. Furthermore, Vodacom Group Limited, as part of Vodafone's commitments, aims to reach net-zero emissions across its entire value chain (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 2040, using a 2020 baseline. This comprehensive target covers all global operations and all Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions without exclusions, demonstrating a robust approach to climate action.
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Vodacom Group Limited’s Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
2025
Near-zero scope 1 & 2
Target to achieve near-zero emissions for direct operations and purchased energy
On track94%
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 Initiative
Inherited from Vodafone Group Public Limited CompanyFY2030 targetSee details
Active
Carbon Disclosure Project
Inherited from Vodafone Group Public Limited CompanySign in to view
Active
The Climate Pledge
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Not active
UN Global Compact Climate Champions initiative
Inherited from Vodafone Group Public Limited CompanySee details
Not active
RE 100
Inherited from Vodafone Group Public Limited CompanySee details
Not active
Climate Action 100
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Emissions comparison with industry peers
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