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NetOne posts record growth

State-owned mobile network operator NetOne has delivered a historic performance, posting record revenue and profit growth while aggressively expanding its high-speed 4G and 5G networks in a bold push to outpace private-sector rivals.At its…

Published: 09 Aug 2025 at 16:52hrs | 208 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's mobile network operators hit by currency woes

Zimbabwe's mobile network operators (MNOs) are reeling from a sharp decline in profitability, with spiralling costs and exchange rate volatility emerging as key culprits, according to a new industry report released by the Postal and Teleco…

Published: 22 Jun 2025 at 09:07hrs | 118 | by Staff reporter

NetOne's unwavering commitment to a clean and healthy Zimbabwe

In a powerful display of corporate responsibility and national pride, NetOne, in partnership with POTRAZ, the Ministry of ICT, and the Harare City Council, led a highly successful nationwide clean-up campaign. This initiative underscored N…

Published: 07 Jun 2025 at 18:55hrs | 201 | by Simbarashe Sithole

NetOne champions cleaner Zimbabwe, partners with Harare City

The streets of Harare were alive with action early Friday morning as hundreds of NetOne and Harare City workers came together, brooms in hand, to answer President Mnangagwa's call for a cleaner nation. Under the National Cleanup Day initia…

Published: 03 May 2025 at 12:42hrs | 417 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Zacc arrests NetOne company secretary

The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has arrested NetOne company secretary Plaxedes Chikutu on charges of obstructing justice in an ongoing criminal investigation involving two of the company's employees accused of system hacking…

Published: 29 Apr 2025 at 17:40hrs | 1448 | by Staff reporter

NetOne partners with US satellite giant to launch 5G services

Zimbabwean mobile network operator NetOne has struck a groundbreaking partnership with United States-based satellite telecommunications company AST SpaceMobile, paving the way for the rollout of fifth-generation (5G) mobile connectivity ac…

Published: 12 Apr 2025 at 18:21hrs | 1052 | by Staff reporter

NetOne expands OneMoney to boost rural financial inclusion

One of Zimbabwe's largest mobile network providers, NetOne, is ramping up its financial inclusion efforts by expanding its OneMoney agent network and increasing remittance partnerships in rural areas.The move is part of the company's broad…

Published: 02 Apr 2025 at 15:51hrs | 562 | by Staff reporter

NetOne's OneMoney aims to revolutionise financial inclusion in Zimbabwe

NetOne's mobile financial services subsidiary, ONE Money, is set to transform financial inclusion in Zimbabwe by offering a suite of innovative products and services designed to reach the country's unbanked and underbanked populations. Thi…

Published: 01 Mar 2025 at 09:20hrs | 1246 | by Staff reporter

NetOne expands healthcare access through innovative telemedicine initiative

In a significant step toward modernizing healthcare delivery in Zimbabwe, NetOne and Zim Smart Village have launched another OneHealth Telemedicine Virtual Hospital in Chirumhanzu, marking the latest addition to a growing network of over 2…

Published: 10 Feb 2025 at 22:43hrs | 200 | by Paul Ndou

Ex-NetOne employee charged with US$18,666 fraud

A former NetOne employee, Takudzwashe Malamulo, has been arraigned on charges of defrauding the telecommunications giant of US$18,666 and ZWL$14,430,529 through fraudulent requisitions.Malamulo, 27, who worked as a filing clerk at NetOne's…

Published: 01 Jan 2025 at 10:13hrs | 1066 | by Staff reporter

NetOne rewards customers with 'Trolley Dash' Holiday Campaign

In a festive move to celebrate the holiday season, OneMoney, a NetOne product, has again unveiled its yearly exciting promotion called "Trolley Dash" that aims to reward customers for their digital transactions. The promotion, running from…

Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:14hrs | 731 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Tragic accident claims lives of NetOne engineer and 'lover'

The tragic deaths of two individuals after a NetOne vehicle was swept off Chilonga Bridge across the Runde River on Saturday have been confirmed by police. Contrary to earlier reports that both victims were NetOne employees, it has now bee…

Published: 07 Dec 2024 at 12:12hrs | 2757 | by Staff reporter

NetOne Launches Festive 'Recharge and Win Christmas Promotion'

Leading telecommunications service provider NetOne has unveiled the 'NetOne Recharge and Win Christmas Promotion', blending festive cheer with loyalty rewards to delight its customers this holiday season.Running from December 1, 2024, to J…

Published: 04 Dec 2024 at 06:41hrs | 84 | by Staff reporter

NetOne duped US$133,000 by auction dealer

Jeffery Mubaiwa, the director of JEFFM Auctions, appeared before Harare magistrate Apollonia Marutya on Thursday, facing charges of fraud after allegedly defrauding mobile network operator NetOne Private Limited of US$133,000.Mubaiwa (47) …

Published: 30 Nov 2024 at 13:03hrs | 78 | by Staff reporter

NetOne launch dollar-a-month medical cover

In a bid to increase healthcare access in Zimbabwe, state-owned mobile network operator NetOne has teamed up with Salutem International Medical Fund to launch an innovative, low-cost healthcare product. The new Salutem One Health plan, acc…

Published: 11 Nov 2024 at 11:37hrs | 1742 | by Staff reporter

NetOne CEO makes US$1bn move

NetOne, Zimbabwe's oldest mobile telecoms operator, has laid ambitious plans to achieve US$1 billion in annual revenue by 2029, despite facing challenges in accessing capital. Chief executive officer Raphael Mushanawani, who has been at th…

Published: 05 Oct 2024 at 16:35hrs | 1277 | by Staff reporter

NetOne Unveils OneBusiness Package: A Streamlined Communication Solution for Businesses of All Sizes

NetOne has unveiled the OneBusiness Package, a comprehensive communication solution designed to empower businesses of all sizes. This innovative package offers a range of features to enhance connectivity and streamline operations. From on-…

Published: 18 Sep 2024 at 10:15hrs | 683 | by Simbarashe Sithole

NetOne launches telemedicine service

Telecommunications company NetOne recently launched its telemedicine service at the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show, developed in partnership with ZimSmart to enhance healthcare access, particularly in underserved areas.NetOne's Chief Commercia…

Published: 05 Sep 2024 at 13:39hrs | 220 | by Staff reporter

NetOne takes Anti-Drug campaign to Tsholotsho

Mobile network operator NetOne this weekend took their Anti-Drug campaign to Tsholotsho. The campaign coupled with the generous donation of sports kits, brought together a community in a unified effort to combat substance abuse and promote…

Published: 03 Sep 2024 at 21:06hrs | 184 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Mnangagwa partners NetOne

Leading telecommunications giant, NetOne, takes the opportunity to showcase its recently launched service as it unveiled its cutting-edge Telemedicine product at the prestigious Zimbabwe Agricultural Show. To fully execute the innovative o…

Published: 31 Aug 2024 at 19:20hrs | 6061 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Ex-NetOne bosses acquitted

Former NetOne CEO Lazarus Muchenje and seven other company executives have been acquitted of criminal abuse of office charges by the Supreme Court. The executives, including Tanyaradzwa Chingombe, Darlington Gutu, Spencer Manguwa, Paradzai…

Published: 02 Jul 2024 at 06:37hrs | 38 | by Staff reporter

NetOne loses ZiG285 000 to hacker

NetOne Cellular allegedly lost ZiG285,817 to a suspected hacker who exploited the RTGS to ZiG currency conversion from April this year. Takunda Gwaranda (21) appeared before Harare magistrate Mr. Dennis Mangosi on charges of fraud and mone…

Published: 28 Jun 2024 at 07:39hrs | 46 | by Staff reporter

NetOne data traffic market share rise by 8.8%

State-owned telecommunications firm NetOne saw its internet and data traffic market share rise by 8.8% to 24.71% in Q1 2024, up from 15.91% in Q4 2023, according to the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ…

Published: 19 Jun 2024 at 07:14hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

Ex-NetOne CEO acquitted

Former NetOne CEO Lazarus Muchenje and seven executives have been acquitted of abuse of office charges by the Supreme Court. Muchenje had been accused of signing commercial agreements with Bankai International Private Limited of Mauritius …

Published: 12 Jun 2024 at 06:26hrs | 38 | by Staff reporter

NetOne takes legal action against overpricing of sim cards

STATE-OWNED telecommunications operator, NetOne has said it will take legal action against partners and individuals who are selling the mobile network provider's for more than US$1 or Zimbabwe Dollar equivalent.In a press release, NetOne c…

Published: 15 Feb 2024 at 10:03hrs | | by Staff reporter

NetOne to install data, internet infrastructure

STATE owned mobile phone operator NetOne intends to deploy additional capital this year towards installation of data and internet service infrastructure, as data traffic continues to dominate the firm's revenue mix compared to voice.The mo…

Published: 01 Feb 2024 at 04:55hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

NetOne is now a danger to life and security!

I am one of those who have been faithful subscribers to Zimbabwe's second largest mobile network operator (MNO) NetOne.Over the years, I have become endeared to the state-owned entity, in spite of the company having its fair share of contr…

Published: 02 Jan 2024 at 17:54hrs | 17 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Zimbabwe mobile operators' revenues up by 95%

THE Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (Potraz) recorded a 95,3% growth in mobile operator revenue to $850,8 billion in the third quarter owing to inflationary gains.In its third quarter report released last wee…

Published: 24 Dec 2023 at 16:10hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter

NetOne undertaking a network upgrade

TELECOMMUNICATIONS company NetOne Cellular Pvt Ltd is undertaking a network upgrade aimed at consistently delivering exceptional service.In a statement, the company said it is steadfast in its commitment to delivering top-tier services to …

Published: 08 Dec 2023 at 05:35hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

Legalizing looting shows Zimbabwe is led by dunderheads!

From the time I was a little boy, there was something that always puzzled me.I could never understand how, those who were in top government positions - with all the opportunities availed to them through global networking - never became suc…

Published: 02 Oct 2023 at 07:55hrs | 2 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

NetOne threatens to blacklist dealers for overpricing

TELECOMMUNICATIONS operator, NetOne, has embarked on a drive to intensify its distribution channels countrywide in a bid to neutralize parallel market speculators and make its SIM card readily available.This comes in the wake of "rumours" …

Published: 29 May 2023 at 19:33hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

NetOne allays SIM card shortage fears

Mobile network provider, NetOne Cellular, has dismissed allegations that it is short of SIM cards those touts and dubious agents trying to sell SIM cards for US$4, four times the official price of US$1 or local currency equivalent at NetOn…

Published: 22 May 2023 at 06:33hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

NetOne fails to fix abuse of US$1m Covid-19 fund

MOBILE network operator NetOne has failed to properly account for a US$1 million fund the organisation was mandated with distributing to vulnerable citizens whose livelihoods were adversely affected by the Covid-19 lockdown in 2020.Some of…

Published: 04 Sep 2022 at 15:16hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Businessman wrestles and disarms armed robbers

A West Nicholson businessman surprised three suspected armed robbers when he summoned the courage to wrestle one of them before eventually getting assistance from neighbours who apprehended and disarmed the suspect while his colleagues man…

Published: 07 Apr 2022 at 06:36hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Trial of ex-NetOne boss in false start

THE trial of former NetOne chief executive Lazarus Muchenje and three former subordinates on charges of entering into an agreement with a Mauritanian firm for the provision of virtual lines without board approval had to be postponed on Mon…

Published: 26 Jan 2022 at 04:43hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter

NetOne donates

STATE-OWNED mobile operator NetOne on Monday donated Christmas groceries worth $300 000 to St Agnes Children's Home in Gokwe, Midlands province."As part of NetOne's 25th anniversary celebrations, NetOne has taken time to alleviate the plig…

Published: 22 Dec 2021 at 04:49hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

Zimcare trust receives Christmas presents from NetOne

State owned mobile networks operator, NetOne has donated Christmas groceries worth ZWL $ 300 000 to Rubatsiro Zimcare Trust School in Kadoma. Rubatsiro Zimcare Trust was founded in 1986. The school has a current enrolment of 25 students.Th…

Published: 18 Dec 2021 at 11:00hrs | 8 | by Simbarashe Sithole in Kadoma

NetOne launches local forex remittance platform

State owned mobile network operator NetOne has launched a money transfer service, OneMoney Remit, which will enable locals to send foreign currency across the country.OneMoney Remit was launched by Information Communication Technology, Pos…

Published: 30 Nov 2021 at 05:30hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

NetOne launches domestic remittance service

State-owned telecommunications service provider, NetOne, has launched OneMoney Remit, a domestic remittance service that is expected to contribute to Government's financial inclusion drive.According to NetOne, OneMoney Remit will "facilita…

Published: 28 Nov 2021 at 07:44hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

NetOne remembers Wedza

Mobile telecommunication giant NetOne yesterday launched a 3G/4G base station in Chanakira village, the heart of Ward 9 in Wedza under Chief Svosve , as it moves towards achieving the goal of establishing over  300 bÃ se stations acro…

Published: 21 Oct 2021 at 08:54hrs | 20 | by Alice Mangwanda

New dispensation a replica of the old

DEAR President.Your Excellency, your ascendance to the Presidency was a political upstage which kindled hyped deliberations in the court of public opinion. Discussions on the probable direction the country was to take subsequent to your as…

Published: 20 Oct 2021 at 07:37hrs | 4 | by Cyprian M Ndawana

Zanu-PF policies driving poverty, not sanctions

WITH the arrival of United Nations special rapporteur, Alena Douhan, to look into the impact of sanctions on Zimbabwe, there is a danger that looking on the surface it can easily be argued that sanctions are hurting the population as a who…

Published: 20 Oct 2021 at 07:37hrs | | by A Mbire

'Bulawayo water is safe'

BULAWAYO City Council (BCC) has claimed that the city's water is safe for human consumption despite recent concerns by Lobengula West residents that the water was contaminated.City health expert Edwin Sibanda yesterday told Southern Eye th…

Published: 20 Oct 2021 at 07:36hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Car dealer loses US$40K to fraudster

A HARARE businessman lost US$40 000 to a fraudster in a botched vehicle clearance deal.The issue was heard yesterday by Harare magistrate Dennis Mangosi when the accused, Maganga Robert Pembedza (43), appeared in court to answer to charges…

Published: 20 Oct 2021 at 07:36hrs | 44 | by Staff reporter

Severe shortage of schools hits Nkayi

NKAYI District in Matabeleland North province has a severe shortage of schools which is forcing pupils to walk long distances to the few available ones.The district has 14 wards with eight secondary and eight primary schools.Some of the sc…

Published: 20 Oct 2021 at 07:35hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

MDC in fresh sanctions shocker

THE opposition MDC Alliance party led by Mr Nelson Chamisa has been burning the midnight candle, fervently agitating for economic sanctions imposed by the United States and its allies to stay as the party appears unsettled by the prospects…

Published: 20 Oct 2021 at 07:34hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Robbers get away with US$50 000, R310 000

Police have expressed concern over the increase in armed robbery cases after criminals got away with over US$50 000, R310 000 and various property since last week in separate incidents countrywide.National police spokesperson Assistant Com…

Published: 20 Oct 2021 at 07:32hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

NetOne boss dismissal challenge hits brickwall

HIGH Court judge, Justice Amy Tsanga has dismissed an application by former NetOne chief technical officer, Darlington Gutu, challenging his dismissal from the company.Gutu lost his job early this after he was charged with criminal abuse o…

Published: 23 Aug 2021 at 06:51hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Halloo Econet, Telecel and NetOne

The Gokwe Mapfungautsi Constituency is facing poor Network connectivity challenges.  The Constituency is along Chinyudze-Masoro-Ganyungu road under the Mapfungautsi Plateau. The network which available is that of econet but it is very…

Published: 04 May 2021 at 07:05hrs | 4 | by Etiwel Mutero

Telecoms want more forex

Telecommunication companies are facing a shortage of foreign currency that has made it difficult for them to acquire equipment and upgrade their networks to improve service delivery. The permanent secretary in the Ministry of Information C…

Published: 04 May 2021 at 06:18hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

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