Zamtel, Zambia’s state-owned telecoms company, is ramping things up with a major 4G/5G upgrade. Over the weekend, the company kicked off the network rollout in Chalala, a booming area in Lusaka, at a launch event attended by Minister of Technology and Science, Felix Mutati.
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Zamtel plans to build 600 new high-speed sites, starting in Chalala and eventually spreading across the country. That means faster Internet, fewer dropped calls, and smoother online experiences for thousands of people and businesses in the area.
Why Chalala? Well, it’s one of the fastest-growing residential spots in Lusaka. With loads of new homes and shops popping up, there’s been a rising demand for better network coverage and Zamtel is ready to deliver.
This upgrade is a big win not just for Internet users but for the Zambian economy too. Think e-learning, telemedicine, mobile banking, and online businesses, all thriving because people can finally stay connected without stress.
Zamtel says it’s turning a new page after bouncing back from financial troubles. Now in pr0fit mode, the company sees this 4G/5G expansion as a way to empower local entrepreneurs and make the digital economy more inclusive.
Right now, only 53% of Zambians have access to mobile broadband, and rural areas often get the short end of the stick. This upgrade aims to bridge that gap, bringing tech opportunities and digital growth to more communities, one tower at a time.
Source: https://techpoint.africa/insight/techpoint-digest-1091/
