5G Boosts Connectivity
Chaaba says Infrastructure development and regulatory reforms propel sector expansion By Francis Maingaila ♥️ Lusaka, Zambia24 — (27-03-2026) ---The rollout of 5G networks and ongoing infrastructure development are driving significant growth in Zambia’s ICT sector, according to the Zambia Information and Communications Technology Authority (ZICTA). Hanford Chaaba, Manager of Corporate Communications at ZICTA told Zambia24 that the 2025 ICT and Postal Sector Market Performance Report shows mobile subscriptions rose 13.1 percent, from 23.2 million in 2024 to 26.2 million in 2025, while internet subscriptions increased by 10.1 percent to 14.7 million. Chaaba, the sector’s growth is fueled by higher demand for broadband services, more affordable ICT packages, and greater adoption of digital platforms. Mr. Chaaba said regulatory reforms and network expansion, including the 5G rollout, are key drivers of the sector’s performance. “Investments in network capacity and digital platforms, comb...