Econet adding over 500 base stations in Zimbabwe
Econet Wireless is adding the new base stations to increase availability of 5G coverage in key locations.
Marcus Mushonga
2:10
Low tariff costs dent Econet’s half-year performance
Telco reports a ZW$5,78bn loss in the first half of August.
2:30
Liquidity crunch blocks Econet’s 5G pipeline
While the tech firm has upgraded sites, and network capacity, the investments are limited and impacted by liquidity crunch said Chairman James Myers.
1:30
Telco traffic monitoring system another tax burden says Econet
Econet Wireless bemoans new tax obligation, despite a surge in data and revenue income according to its latest results.
1:50
Zimbabwe telecoms’ ongoing fight for forex
Operators urgently require foreign currency to strengthen capacity to procure raw and packaging materials.
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Econet’s Strive Masiyiwa now worth US$2.7bn
A 750% surge in Econet shares boosts entrepreneur’s net worth, according to Forbes report.
1:50
Vandalism piles on pressure for Zimbabwe’s telcos
Econet issues trading update and outlines challenges facing the industry.
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Streaming services offer a lifeline to Zimbabwe’s struggling musicians
Services like Buddie Beatz and Gateway Music App offer revenue opportunity.
1:20
Econet’s network takes strain as forex shortage hits hard
Data and voice traffic volumes on company’s network have increased by 77% and 25% respectively during Q1 this year.
1:20
Zimbabwe banks fine-tune digital offerings as branches close
Banks seek to boost digital banking with zero-rated online and application platforms.
2:10
Zimbabwe’s Econet Wireless hikes tariffs
Company said adjustments are in response to inflation, local currency devaluation and increasing network input costs.
2:30
Data and optimised CRM balances out loss in earnings for Econet
Company expands digital customer management platforms amid COVID restrictions, limited access to Forex and power supply challenges.