Zimbabwe
Mobile networks and carriers in Zimbabwe use 1 GSM band, 1 UMTS band, and 1 LTE band. Find out if your unlocked phone or mobile device will work in Zimbabwe. See the tables below for details.
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Check device compatibilityZimbabwe's mobile network has undergone significant development since its inception. The first mobile network was launched by Econet Wireless Zimbabwe on July 10, 1998. This marked the beginning of mobile telecommunications in the country. Econet Wireless listed on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange on September 17, 1998, and has since become one of the largest companies on the exchange in terms of market capitalization.
Econet has continued to upgrade its network to accommodate more subscribers and expand its geographical coverage. In 2009, the company became the first operator in Zimbabwe to launch data services under 3G technology. This was followed by the establishment of an extensive fibre optic network and the accelerated rollout of other key network infrastructure.
Key subsidiaries of Econet include Liquid Telecom, which is the largest internet service and access provider in Zimbabwe, and Transaction Payment Solutions, a leading provider of financial transaction switching and point-of-sale services. These subsidiaries have contributed to the growth and diversification of Zimbabwe's mobile network services.
The company has also implemented various social and community investment programs, such as the Joshua Nkomo Scholarship Fund, which provides financial assistance to the brightest students across the country's 10 provinces. These initiatives reflect Econet's commitment to digital inclusion and community development.
Carriers
| Name | # of frequency bands in use |
|---|---|
| Econet | 3 |
| NetOne | 3 |
| Telecel | 2 |
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Frequencies in use
GSM
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| 900 MHz (E-GSM) | GSM |
UMTS
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| B1 (2100 MHz) | UMTS |
LTE
| Name | Interface |
|---|---|
| B3 (1800 MHz +) | LTE |
