Charles Banda

Local currency issues hamper Zimbabwe’s telecoms operators

Telecoms operators are struggling to access foreign currency to pay international vendors of equipment, licenses and other suppliers.
Tawanda Karombo
1:20

Masiyiwa’s daughter appointed to Econet Wireless board

Development has happened weeks after Strive Masiyiwa’s resignation his position on the board.
2:10
Feb 28, 2022

Masiyiwa tight-lipped about ‘next business chapter’

Zimbabwean billionaire and telecommunications tycoon hints at “key business moves” after retiring from Econet board.
1:50
Jan 21, 2022

Vandalism piles on pressure for Zimbabwe’s telcos

Econet issues trading update and outlines challenges facing the industry.
2:30
Feb 15, 2021

Econet seeks to stabilise with share buy-back scheme

Management confident company can repay debt obligations, despite precarious position.
1:40
Jan 8, 2021

Zimbabwe’s Econet capitalises on boost in digital traffic

Onset of COVID-19 appears to be boosting digital adoption and related support services such as SMS and data.
2:10
Jan 16, 2020

Zim's cash crisis pays off for Cassava Smartech

Latest trade update reflects an increase in transactions processed on the company's mobile money platform.
2:10
Sep 3, 2019

Econet seeks share buy-back approval at AGM

Company secretary said the proceeds will help the company pay off its debt.
1:50

Listed Zim telco, FinTech firms delay release of financials

Econet Wireless, Cassava given green light by the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange.
1:50

Malawi records Q1 drop in mobile money activity

Despite an increase in the number of subscribers, claims latest Reserve Bank report.
2:20
Sep 28, 2018

Econet to unbundle EcoCash

Company now pushing to separately list the mobile wallet on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange.
1:20
Jul 19, 2018

Econet to pay out US$20 million quarterly dividend

Company under pressure to utilise funds amid continued challenges with local currency and foreign exchange.