Zimbabwe telcos given green light on 50% tariff increase

Officials roll out telecommunications traffic monitoring system in bid to curb ongoing threats to operator’s revenue base.

Infrastructure sharing agreements in place as years of negotiations bear fruit.

Onset of COVID-19 appears to be boosting digital adoption and related support services such as SMS and data.

Mobile data, voice usage surges despite drop in active subscriptions, according to Potraz report.

Company said adjustments are in response to inflation, local currency devaluation and increasing network input costs.

Fibre optic network, digital broadcasting and online public services identified as key focus areas.

Country’s government announces SMART Zimbabwe 2030 to fully develop sector as the foundation of economic rehabilitation.

Companies may have to ramp up promotional activities as consumers continue to feel the economic pinch.

Industry regulator confirms resource will only be available until end of 2020.

Telecommunications industry regulator says it is considering proposals from local and foreign venture capitalists.

Regulator confirms intention to implement legal framework in preparation for 'evolution of the national telecom sector.'