Govt’s meddling in Starlink raises eyebrows
According to sources, Aura, which has no track record in supplying internet services in the country, is linked to some cabinet ministers.
By Donald Nyandoro
Sep. 22, 2024
Ceteris Paribus: Starlink licencing the talk of town
Starlink's entry into the market, backed by its cutting-edge satellite technology and competitive pricing, these traditional providers are now being forced to
By Tinashe Duma
Sep. 13, 2024
The digital divide's impact on mental health and substance abuse in Zimbabwe
This places Zimbabwe below the global average internet penetration rate of 63.5%.
By Raymond Rusinga
Jul. 21, 2024
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
Muckracker: Leaving no Wicknell behind!
There you have it. Zimbabwe will join a select group of countries in Africa using high-speed, low-cost broadband internet services. Data prices will fall!
By Muckracker
May. 31, 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
