Disseminators of Newsworthy Stories And Events In Africa and Beyond
The latest Report of INTERPOL is a cause for concern regarding Artificial Intelligence Governance in Africa where AI has been statistically confirmed as the chief culprit linked to more than half of cybercrime cases witnessed in Africa.
HARARE — In a major celebration of telecommunications leadership and technological innovation, NetOne (Private) Limited Vice Board Chairperson, Dr. Tendai Zengeni, has been honoured with the Excellence in Cyber Security and Digital Transformation Leadership Platinum Award at the Global Business Achievers Network (GBAN) Awards.
The historic launch of the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation’s Z+ Over-The-Top streaming platform on 9 July 2026 at Monomotapa Hotel in Harare was more than a media milestone—it was a testament to the power of strategic enablement.
Empowering Zimbabwe’s Media: Capacity Building on AI in Journalism
Yesterday, journalists gathered in Harare for an insightful Capacity Building Workshop on the Application of AI in Journalism, hosted by the Zimbabwe Media Commission (ZMC).
It is this understanding that has inspired NetOne to introduce its new Freedom Bundles—a customer-focused offering designed to give Zimbabweans more ways to communicate, more value for their money, and more freedom to connect with what matters most.
When NetOne and Heal Us Zimbabwe joined forces to launch a 23-day walkathon from Beitbridge to Harare, they were not simply organising a march. They were making a statement: the fight against drug and substance abuse cannot be won in isolation. It demands partnership, shared vision and a willingness to walk the same difficult road that addicts must tread every day.
Mobile telephony was still in its infancy. Internet access was limited, and for many Zimbabweans, particularly those in rural communities, reliable communication remained beyond reach. It was in this environment that NetOne was established as Zimbabwe’s first mobile telecommunications operator, laying the foundation for what would become one of the country’s most significant digital transformation journeys.
As of January 21, 2026, the Egyptian landscape for mobile technology underwent a fundamental shift. The National Telecommunications Regulatory Authority (NTRA), in coordination with the Egyptian Customs Authority, has officially ended the long-standing one-phone customs exemption.
NetOne Group CEO emphasized that accountability and integrity are no longer just buzzwords but the “operating system” for Zimbabwe’s prosperity.
In a powerful demonstration of corporate patriotism and national service, NetOne has reaffirmed its position as a key partner in Zimbabwe’s national development.
