5G lays foundation for tech advances in Zimbabwe

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THE Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) has highlighted that the deployment of 5G network services across the country is setting the stage for significant technological advancements in fields such as telemedicine, smart agriculture, and e-government.

This comes as telecommunications giant NetOne recently launched a new 5G base station in Boka, Harare.
“The NDS-1 identifies ICT as a key driver of economic transformation,” noted POTRAZ board chair Zvobgo Zvobgo. “This initiative will not only enhance network coverage but also lay the groundwork for future advancements, including the Telemedicine Project, the Smart Agriculture Initiative, and e-Government. It will enable many departments to participate in the digital economy, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in line with our national goals.”