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By Batsirai Chikadaya Earlier today we published an article on ZB Bank launching a “cashback” service that seemed to reward already privileged clients for using their VISA/Mastercard at participating stores. We sought clarification from ZB Bank and the main point we gathered from their response was that the new service…

By Nigel Gambanga Zimbabwean music superstar Jah Prayzah has just released the much-anticipated video for his hit Mdhara Vachauya following a huge build-up (it was marketed like a major event) that was supported by a strong campaign on social media. The video, which is the second official video release from…

By Batsirai Chikadaya Earlier today we noticed a confusing advert in the Herald, it was advertising a new ZB Bank service which we can only assume is called “SnapCash”. The service is a partnership with an app called cashbackAPP, this is where the problems start. To run the service you…

By Edwin Chabuka Entertainment is not all that big in Zimbabwe, more so when looking at the case of local gamers and how gaming communities are so isolated. Looking at our neighbor South Africa we could see how big gaming is in our region, where there are forums as well…

By Batsirai Chikadaya Over the past couple of months, Twitter has become Zimbabwe’s hub of political campaigns, debate, and banter. If you want to know the latest news, Twitter is probably your first port of call. The flow of information is immersive. Real-time micro-blogging with shocking depths of information in…

By L.S.M Kabweza The article below was sponsored and supplied by Vivid Burson-Marsteller. Please see our policy on sponsored stories. “The world has gone digital”, and its global citizens community – are demanding more accountability, transparency, positive, corrective action and engagement. On a daily basis, conversations about brands occur both…

By Nigel Gambanga Econet has applied for a broadcast licence in Uganda as it straps in for a linear TV showdown with DStv. Articles appeared first on Techzim;Econet applies for broadcast licence in Uganda, straps in for linear TV showdown with DStv …read more Read more here:: Techzim Feed…

By Batsirai Chikadaya Earlier today we attended the launch of EcoSure’s Thwala Sonke product, an affordable life insurance policy that is now open to multiple beneficiaries. Of interest at the launch was the constant reminder/announcement of Econet’s “financial inclusion” vision for all Zimbabweans.With it, Econet looks to leverage the power…

By Nigel Gambanga POTRAZ will act as a guardian for all innovators presenting their ideas for financial support through the Ministry of ICT’s Innovators’ Fund and ensure that ideas are not exposed to intellectual property violation. Articles appeared first on Techzim;POTRAZ pledges to assist innovators with intellectual property rights as…

By Edwin Chabuka Telone Center for learning will be launching a Bachelor of Engineering Honors Degree in Telecommunications Engineering. This comes after a partnership with National University of Science and Technology who will act as mentors to TCFL on this degree programme. TechZim received an invite for the launch that…