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Topic : Econet Wireless Zimbabwe

Ericsson brings 5G innovation to mining sector
Zimbabwe’s mining industry contributes over 60% of the country’s export earnings and is worth billions of US dollars, hence Ericsson’s interest. 
By Ashton Ndakusiya Mar. 28, 2025
Ericsson brings 5G innovation to mining sector

Econet says Eddie Chibi still CEO of its fintech businesses
“Mr Eddie Chibi continues as Chief Executive Officer of the Financial Technology Businesses that are now held as subsidiaries of Econet Wireless Zimbabwe Limited.”
By Leeroy Makuvire Feb. 20, 2025
Econet says Eddie Chibi still CEO of its fintech businesses

EcoCash Holdings to rebrand following shareholder restructuring
Econet did this by increasing its shareholding from 45% to 100% at the time, reportedly paying more than US$27 million for the stake.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Feb. 20, 2025
EcoCash Holdings to rebrand following shareholder restructuring

Econet says its services are fully restored after brief hiatus
“We sincerely apologise for the inconvenience this may have caused our valued customers,” Econet said in a statement.
By Staff Reporter Feb. 5, 2025
Econet says its services are fully restored after brief hiatus

Econet sees impressive volume growth in data and voice services
James Myers, Econet Wireless Zimbabwe’s chairman, attributed the company’s robust growth to strategic investments in network modernization. 
By Donald Nyandoro Nov. 20, 2024
Econet sees impressive volume growth in data and voice services

Econet deploys 32 5G base stations, earmarks additional 120 sites
Myers said Econet would leverage synergies between the mobile network operator and fintech businesses.
By Melody Chikono Nov. 20, 2024
Econet deploys 32 5G base stations, earmarks additional 120 sites

Econet adds 184k new customers in Q2
Econet adds 184k new customers in Q2
By Admin Oct. 7, 2024
Econet adds 184k new customers in Q2

Econet launches kids gaming platform to inspire critical thinking
Econet launches kids gaming platform to inspire critical thinking
By Admin Oct. 3, 2024
Econet launches kids gaming platform to inspire critical thinking

Econet hosts Men's Mental Health Summit to mark suicide prevention awareness month
The Summit was part of Econet's ongoing commitment to promoting mental health and wellness in the workplace and among its employees and their families. 
By Staff Reporter Sep. 25, 2024
Econet hosts Men's Mental Health Summit to mark suicide prevention awareness month

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