Econet launches 5G in Victoria Falls

Econet Wireless on Friday officially launched its 5G network in Victoria Falls as the listed telecommunications company expands its rollout of the super-fast data network to other cities and towns across Zimbabwe.

“We are making good on our commitment to take this super-fast technology to other parts of the country as we deploy the infrastructure that will accelerate the country’s attainment of a full digital economy,” said Mr Edwin Banda, Econet Wireless Zimbabwe’s Chief Technology Officer.

He was speaking at the launch event held at Illala Lodge, attended by the Victoria Falls Mayor Councilor Somvelo Dhlamini, players in the tourism sector, Econet executives and channel partners, as well as business leaders – including Mr Blake Mhatiwa, the acting managing director at Hwange Colliery Company Limited (HCCL), who was the guest of honour.

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