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By now it’s safe to say StarLink has disrupted the markets sending ISPs into panic mode, much to the delight of internet users in every country it has been introduced to. From offering fast internet with cheaper subscription plans albeit a bit higher cost for equipment but frankly that will even out with time when you compare the data costs. Now re-imagine that StatLink technology but this time without the need for the kit, now some Smartphones can now connect directly with satellites with T-Mobile leading the charge. Now that direct-to-cell technology has graced us could this signal the end of traditional telecommunications companies? With carriers constantly updating their satellite phone plans, here's all you need to know about satellite connectivity in Smartphones phones, whether your phone has it and what "satellite optimized" means.

For the past few years, EcoCash has been introducing new wallets to cope with the times and market demands from introducing USD wallets, merchants, diaspora wallets to even virtual cards. Now EcoCash has launched a special wallet designed specifically for small and medium businesses, vendors, and service providers that in reality account for over 60% of the country’s economy. Dubbed EcoCash Plus, the company said the new product addresses the day-to-day operational needs of micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs), by enabling them to transact, pay bills, manage payroll, and access business records, all through their mobile phones. This surely is a good move to help small businesses navigate the complexities of operating in an unstable economy. Let’s delve deep.

Just like any asset, cars have rigorous procedures from registrations and licensing fees. Up until now all these procedures were not really available in plain sight for everyone to understand. There is a lot of fees involved in buying a car, it doesn’t end when you purchase the vehicle, there duty, licenses, and more. So what if you bought a car from someone else, well in this case you have to change ownership of the vehicle to legally complete the sale or purchase. To change ownership, you have to follow certain procedures and pay certain fees which what we will look at according to the Ministry.

Gone are the days where most of the processes and procedures were done manually, now almost everything you can think of is now automated with the use of systems and AI. While Zimbabwe maybe be considerably late to the party, we eventually get there one way or the other with the latest sector seeing the shift in technology is the border and customs. Zimbabwe’s Online Border Management System (OBMS) is now fully operational, kicking off an era of digitised immigration services that allows travellers to apply for visas and complete border procedures online.

It’s nothing new, masking malware behind apps or softwares, time and again we come across some of these infected softwares without knowing it. A severe privilege escalation vulnerability has been discovered in Notepad++ version 8.8.1, potentially exposing millions of users worldwide to complete system compromise, so if you hadn’t downloaded the update this is wake up call to not update yet until the vulnerability has been fixed. But those who have already downloaded the 8.8.1 and above, if you are already infected stay tuned to see what you should do.

It’s no secret that most if not all Zimbabweans have little to no trust in the banking sector in Zimbabwe and for good reason. Political instability, policy changes and currency volatility have been all major factors contributing to loss of trust in the banking system with all these issues greatly affecting our currency and economic landscape. Most people are skeptical of banking their because of these inconsistencies and loss of trust in the system. So what we are going to look at what exactly happens to customers when a bank closes in Zimbabwe for whatever reason and we will be looking at how previous failed banks were handled.

By now it’s common knowledge that electricity has been a major problem in Zimbabwe. In recent times the problem seems to be getting worse with no end in sight, Zimbabweans have now resorted to alternative solutions for electricity generation with solar being top of the list. Solar energy is gaining popularity as a renewable power source for homes and businesses worldwide but it is gaining different kind of traction in Zimbabwe as Zesa becomes more and more unreliable. At the heart of this technology are solar panels, which come in four distinct varieties, each with unique characteristics and applications so take a minute to learn exactly which type you should buy so you make an informed decision.

Network disruptions have always been normal as maintenance and system upgrades have been done occasionally. This usually takes a few hours, a day or two but lately Econet has been in a major dilemma with the latest disruption. Econet Wireless, is battling to maintain reliable network services amid mounting customer frustrations and increasing competition from Elon Musk’s Starlink. So here is all you need to know and how it impacts everyone Econet user out there.

In this day and age almost everyone has a gmail address and this address is linked to virtually everything you do online from Social media accounts, online shopping and more. Well have you ever shopped at an online store once, and then found yourself dealing with a constant influx of marketing spam emails for weeks and even months? Virtually every online service wants me to create an account just to read what’s below the fold or browse through a few listings. Well this is just the best case scenario with the worst case being hacked and notice your account making online payments you didn’t order.

With the worsening electricity situation in Zimbabwe, we have seen a sharp surge in solar systems uptake in Zimbabwe. Many Zimbabweans have resorted to solar energy to power their homes as most of the times we go for up to 15 hours without electricity, but it comes with a lot of safety issues most people are unaware of. Lithium batteries have become the preferred choice for home solar energy storage. However, improper installation or usage can lead to safety risks, including thermal runaway and fire hazards. So we are going to explore which technology is best and safe from the solar panels to the batteries in the solar setup.

If there is one thing a business needs in the modern age, it’s a powerful POS system. The success of any retail or service business depends heavily on how fast, accurate, and efficient its operations are. At the heart of this efficiency is a powerful POS system, not just for processing payments, but for streamlining the entire customer journey. A modern point of sale system goes far beyond basic billing. It can manage inventory, track sales, handle customer loyalty, generate reports, and even support multi-location setups. The difference between a good system and a great one often comes down to its features. This guide explores why POS features matter, how they impact your business performance, and what to consider when selecting the right POS solution.

A lengthy battle between WhatsApp and NSO Group Spyware maker was concluded when the jury ordered the infamous spyware maker to pay more than $167 million in damages to the Meta-owned company which brought about the conclusion of a legal battle spanning more than five years, which started in October 2019 when WhatsApp accused NSO Group of hacking more than 1,400 of its users by taking advantage of a vulnerability in the chat app’s audio-calling functionality. While the battle was between WhatsApp and the NSO group, a lot of things came to light that concerns users of the messaging app from Meta. Users need to pay attention so they know what data is collected and processed and how secure and private their chats can be. So we are going to digest 8 things we learned from this case that users should know.