May 2019
350 base stations on the way
www.herald.co.zw
May 28, 2019
POTRAZ has identified places for installation of 350 more telecommunication base stations as it moves to address perennial network challenges and to enhance digital connectivity across the nation. The nation has a total of 6 863 base stations that allow digital access.
Mar 2019
ED lays US$23,6m internet backbone
www.herald.co.zw
March 14, 2019
President Mnangagwa yesterday commissioned the US$23,6 million National Backbone Fibre Link in Beitbridge set to boost the country’ Information Communication Technology capacity and status as a regional communications hub. The link connects Beitbridge with Bulawayo, Harare, Masvingo and the rest of the country using underground cables.
Dec 2018
Zimbabwe's US$107-million ICT plan for 2019
www.itwebafrica.com
December 04, 2018
Zimbabwe's Finance Ministry has released details of its 2019 infrastructure investment allocations, which includes US$107.6-million set aside for ICT infrastructure projects.
In addition to US$12-million to develop the infrastructure required to roll out VoIP, the country also requires US$100-million to complete its digitalisation migration project and unlock additional spectrum opportunities.