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[SilverNodashi]

Dave, if the rest of the world is so much better, why don't you emigrate? We are not the rest of the world, we are South Africa, and we cannot be compared to USA or Europe, and we never will be.

The point I was bringing across is that what the OP is paying, is what they're offering, i.e. he wasn't done in. BUT, if you want a T1 line @ $45pm, then I suggest you move to the USA. While you're there, enjoy their higher tax rates, higher cost of living and more expensive imported fruit. You need to accept that we're a unique country with our own everything.

[Dave U]

Dave, if the rest of the world is so much better, why don't you emigrate? We are not the rest of the world, we are South Africa, and we cannot be compared to USA or Europe, and we never will be.

Hi Rudi

I find it very interesting that you assume I mean USA or Europe when I compare South Africa to the rest of the world. It shows you actually have no idea how far behind we are when it comes to the internet. My most recent experience with internet in "the rest of the world" is actually from South America. I spent quite a bit of time there, about a year ago. I was very impressed by what they'd had for years.

You seem to think I'm a whiner who just wants faster internet for his own benefit. But the internet can do so much for our economy and will benefit rich and poor alike. Unfortunately, decisions are not always made with the interest of the people at heart (and this is not a uniquely South African phenomenon). But I'm happy that the internet situation is changing and will continue to change remarkably over the next 2 years.

It makes me sad, Rudi, when someone suggests I emigrate just because I think we should hold our country to a higher standard. I sincerely hope you're a tiny minority, because I can't stand to think I'm surrounded by people who have a problem with someone having a vision for our country. That would mean we've already lost. (Thank you, Mr. Hannan, for showing me that this is not the case)