Competition for internet, data providers tightens

In its first quarter report for the year, Potraz said they expected the increase in licence applicants to drive investment, competition, and innovation in Zimbabwe’s telecommunication industry.
By Belinda Chiroodza Jun. 16, 2024

Shift in stance, or move to appease discontent?

Starlink costs US$109 per month for 200Mbps, unlimited download speed, which would drop to below US$50 should the government grant it a licence.
By Tatira Zwinoira and Blessed Ndlovu May. 24, 2024

Potraz assessing Starlink’s application: Mavetera

Mavetera told legislators during a question and answer session in Parliament that the government welcomes new technologies to enhance Zimbabwe’s digital infrastructure.
By Harriet Chikandiwa May. 14, 2024

Inflationary pressures threaten mobile operators’ profits in Zim

The Potraz boss said telecoms capital expenditure totalled ZW$314,8 billion (US$51,6 million) in 2023, from ZW$28,3 billion (US$41,35 million) recorded in 2022.
By Blessed Ndlovu Apr. 26, 2024

Digital divide suppressing e-learning: Potraz

Digital divide refers to the economic, educational and social inequalities between those who have computers and online access and those who do not have.
By Brent Shamu Apr. 23, 2024

Tighten laws to control internet: Potraz

In Zimbabwe, the highest visited online sites include pornography and betting sites, with children being the most viewers and consumers of the adult content.
By Brent Shamu Apr. 18, 2024

Internet providers bemoan high taxation

Ncube said the operators feel that there are too many taxes being applied, adding for every dollar earned, US$0,35 went towards taxes.
By Melody Chikono Apr. 7, 2024

Subscribers desert Telecel

The report said combined mobile telecoms sector revenues hit ZW$1,1 trillion during the review period, rising 35% from ZW$851 billion during the third quarter.
By Shame Makoshori Mar. 28, 2024

Econet calls for balanced regulation

This has allowed the business to continue thriving despite facing external pressures.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jan. 19, 2024