概要
Econet is a technology focused group with an entrepreneurial spirit. It aims to empower Africans with technology for economic prosperity, building and operating businesses that use technology to address everyday consumer and business needs in Africa. Delivering both shareholder and social value by building long-term sustainable businesses that contribute positively to society, the company invests in Africa, with a focus on sub-Saharan Africa. Econet started operations in 1998 with mobile phone companies in Botswana and Zimbabwe. It operates in 23 African markets through mobile telephony (Econet Wireless), digital technology and platforms (Cassava Technologies) and corporate social enterprises (Delta Philanthropies and Higherlife Foundation).