Ballooning inflation bursts Zimbabwe’s mobile telecommunications bubble
Industry regulator releases report documenting impact of economic challenges on mobile telecommunications.
Tawanda Karombo
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Econet and Ericsson launch 5G in Zimbabwe
Companies say 5G solutions will boost capacity and user experience with faster network speeds and response times.
2:10
Masiyiwa tight-lipped about ‘next business chapter’
Zimbabwean billionaire and telecommunications tycoon hints at “key business moves” after retiring from Econet board.
1:40
Econet scores as demand for broadband spikes in Zimbabwe
Data income growth outstrips voice as company leverages broadband demand.
2:10
Zimbabwe changes tax regulation on data, smartphones
Government looks to generate more revenue from employees that work from home.
1:40
Tax burden too heavy say Zim telcos
Industry appeals to authorities to cut taxes and remove duties levied amid increasing economic pressure.
2:40
Econet centralises offering with Cassava Technologies launch
Cassava Technologies encompasses Liquid Intelligent Technologies, Africa Data Centres, Liquid Cloud, Sasai Fintech, Vaya Technologies, and Distributed Power Technologies.
1:40
Telecoms mogul Masiyiwa named UK’s first black billionaire
The Zimbabwean-born businessman’s wealth is reported to be £1.087 billion, which elevates him into the ranks of Britain’s super-rich.
2:50
Econet’s DPA announces new commercial power supply partnership in Kenya
Alliance with Électricité De France aims to accelerate access to affordable solar energy.
1:50
Econet ordered to stop COVID-19 spam
Zimbabwe’s High Court orders telco to stop sending unsolicited messages to subscribers.
2:30
Econet seeks to stabilise with share buy-back scheme
Management confident company can repay debt obligations, despite precarious position.
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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.