Government suspends proposed floor tariffs
MISA Zimbabwe welcomes the government’s decision to suspend the exorbitant increase in mobile network voice and data charges through the setting of floor tariffs following a public outcry.
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Broadcasting and ICT convergence
Broadcasting and ICT convergence
MISA Zimbabwe statement on the setting of floor prices by POTRAZ
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