Zimbabwe Unveils Digital Roadmap to Accelerate MSME Growth

The Zimbabwean government has launched a digital transformation roadmap to support micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) as part of its Vision 2030 agenda. Key initiatives include expanding fibre infrastructure, 5G rollout, and licensing Starlink to improve rural connectivity.
Why it matters
Digital infrastructure investment is being positioned as a primary economic driver to formalize and grow the MSME sector, which accounts for a significant portion of Zimbabwe's GDP.
Addressing delegates, Mavetera said the MSME sector remains central to Zimbabwe's economy, contributing more than 60% of the country's gross domestic product while supporting approximately 70% of the national workforce.
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