Sad news from Vodacom for now. I just received a reply on my query regarding the Nokia N78. Here’s the response:

Dear Steven

Thank you for your email communication to Vodacom.

Cellular networks do not always approve certain handset models due to the fact it does not perform as well on their respective networks. The approval of any new handset on the cellular network is determined by the test it undergoes. We cannot confirm the date when the testing will take place for the Nokia N78.

Should you have any further queries, please contact us via e-mail at customercare@vodacom.co.za.

Warm Regards

Kaashief Nassiep

Email Contact Centre

So sadly it looks like it might still be a while before we see it. Still awaiting responses from MTN, Cell C, Virgin Mobile and Nokia