Zimbabwe
Speedtest Connectivity Report
To show a full picture of network performance in each market, our reports are informed by millions of daily consumer-initiated tests taken on Speedtest, along with quality of experience (QoE) metrics that offer insight into the daily connected activities that matter most to end-users.
Econet Wireless led the mobile market across key performance metrics
Econet Wireless had the Best Mobile Network among providers in Zimbabwe during 1H 2025. It recorded a median download speed of 25.79 Mbps, and an upload speed of 10.84 Mbps.
Econet Wireless offered the best mobile quality of experience
Econet Wireless offered the best mobile gaming and video streaming experiences in Zimbabwe during 1H 2025, according to Speedtest Intelligence data.
Liquid Home Zimbabwe the fastest fixed ISP in Zimbabwe
Liquid Home Zimbabwe was the fastest ISP in Zimbabwe during 1H 2025 with a median download speed of 41.67 Mbps, and a median upload speed of 44.6 Mbps.
Victoria Falls and Marondera were the top performing cities in Zimbabwe
Among the most populous cities in Zimbabwe, Victoria Falls recorded the fastest median mobile download speed of 66.76 Mbps, while Marondera outpaced the other cities to record the fastest median fixed download speed, with 35.71 Mbps.
50.37
Fastest Mobile Network
66.7
Best Mobile Video Experience
58.51
Best Mobile Gaming Experience
Best Mobile Network
Econet Wireless had the Best Mobile Network among providers in Zimbabwe during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with a Speedtest Connectivity Score of 61.02.
Speedtest Connectivity Score combines key metrics to evaluate the overall user experience that mobile providers offer. It includes Speed Score, as well as indicators for web browsing performance, and Video Streaming Score.
Speedtest Connectivity Score™ provides a reliable measure of the overall mobile network connected experience based on a combination of Speed Score, as well as Scores for Web Browsing and Video Streaming. Read our detailed methodology for more details on how we calculate Speedtest Connectivity Score.
Fastest Mobile Network
Econet Wireless was the fastest mobile provider in Zimbabwe based on Speedtest Intelligence® data for all technologies combined, with a Speed Score of 50.37. Econet Wireless led on median download speed, recording 25.79 Mbps, ahead of next placed NetOne, which recorded 23.05 Mbps. Econet Wireless recorded a median upload speed of 10.84 Mbps, and the lowest latency with 63 ms.
Ookla’s methodology for fastest network is determined by Speed Score™, which combines download and upload performance, and is based on modern chipsets, in order to remove the impact on network performance of older devices. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Most Consistent Network
NetOne recorded the best mobile network Consistency in Zimbabwe, with 80.8% of its samples meeting or exceeding the threshold of 5 Mbps download and 1 Mbps upload throughput.
Ookla’s methodology for most consistent network is determined by Consistency Score™, which reflects the percentage of samples that meet minimum thresholds for download and upload speeds, depending on the type of network. The higher a provider’s Consistency Score, the more likely a consumer will enjoy acceptable internet performance and quality. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Video Experience
Econet Wireless recorded the best mobile video experience in Zimbabwe, with a Video Streaming Score of 66.7.
Video Streaming Score™ is based on Ookla’s Consumer QoE™ measurements of video start time, re-buffering ratio, and resolution. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Gaming Experience
Econet Wireless recorded the best mobile gaming experience in Zimbabwe, with a Game Score of 58.51.
Game Score™ is based on Ookla’s consumer initiated Speedtest results as well as Consumer QoE™ latency and jitter measurements taken to real-world game servers. Game Scores are composed of eight components, each measuring a different aspect of the consumer gaming experience. Each of these components is evaluated and scored on a scale of 0-100 for each provider. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Consumer Sentiment
Speedtest users scored NetOne as the top rated mobile provider in Zimbabwe, with a score of 4 out of 5, ahead of its competitors.
Ookla’s five-star ratings system, driven by our consumer initiated samples, gauges a consumer’s overall satisfaction with their provider. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Mobile Awards
Data Collection Period: January – June 2025
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Top Rated
City Performance
Victoria Falls had the fastest median mobile download speed among Zimbabwe’s most populous cities, recording 66.76 Mbps. Norton was second, followed by Masvingo in third. At the other end of the scale, Chitungwiza had the slowest median mobile download speed at 16.31 Mbps, followed by Marondera and Harare.
Regional Performance
Matabeleland North had the fastest median mobile download speed among Zimbabwe’s regions, recording 61.59 Mbps. Manicaland was second, followed by Bulawayo in third. At the other end of the scale, Mashonaland East had the slowest median mobile download speed at 15.68 Mbps, followed by Mashonaland Central and Harare.
54.23
Best Fixed Network
62.17
Best ISP Gaming Experience
Best Fixed Network
Liquid Home Zimbabwe had the Best Fixed Network among ISPs in Zimbabwe during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with a Speedtest Connectivity Score of 54.23.
Speedtest Connectivity Score combines key metrics to evaluate the overall user experience that ISPs provide. It includes Speed Score, as well as indicators for web browsing performance, and Video Streaming Score.
Speedtest Connectivity Score™ provides a reliable measure of the overall fixed network connected experience based on a combination of Speed Score, as well as Scores for Web Browsing and Video Streaming. Read our detailed methodology for more details on how we calculate Speedtest Connectivity Score.
Fastest Fixed ISP
Liquid Home Zimbabwe was the fastest ISP in Zimbabwe during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with a Speed Score of 43.11. Liquid Home Zimbabwe led on median download speed, recording 41.67 Mbps, ahead of next placed TelOne, which recorded 13.35 Mbps. Liquid Home Zimbabwe also led the market on median upload speed, with 44.6 Mbps, and on latency, with 24 ms.
Ookla’s methodology for fastest network is determined by Speed Score™, which combines download and upload performance. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Most Consistent ISP
Liquid Home Zimbabwe recorded the highest network Consistency in Zimbabwe, with 63.2% of its samples meeting or exceeding the threshold of 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload throughput.
Ookla’s methodology for most consistent network is determined by Consistency Score™, which reflects the percentage of samples that meet minimum thresholds for download and upload speeds, depending on the type of network. The higher a provider’s Consistency Score, the more likely a consumer will enjoy acceptable internet performance and quality. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Video Experience
There was no winner of best ISP video experience in Zimbabwe during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with no statistical difference between the ISPs.
Video Streaming Score™ is based on Ookla’s Consumer QoE™ measurements of video start time, re-buffering ratio, and resolution. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Gaming Experience
Liquid Home Zimbabwe provided the best ISP gaming experience in Zimbabwe, with a Game Score of 62.17.
Game Score™ is based on Ookla’s consumer initiated Speedtest results as well as Consumer QoE™ latency and jitter measurements taken to real-world game servers. Game Scores are composed of eight components, each measuring a different aspect of the consumer gaming experience. Each of these components is evaluated and scored on a scale of 0-100 for each eligible provider. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Consumer Sentiment
There was no top rated ISP in Zimbabwe during this period, based on Speedtest Intelligence® data, with no statistical difference between the ISPs.
Ookla’s five-star ratings system, driven by our consumer initiated samples, gauges a consumer’s overall satisfaction with their provider. Read our detailed methodology for more details.
Fixed Awards
Data Collection Period: January – June 2025
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Best Fixed Network
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Fastest Fixed ISP
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Best ISP Gaming Experience
City Performance
Marondera had the fastest median fixed download speed among Zimbabwe’s most populous cities, recording 35.71 Mbps. Gweru was second, followed by Harare in third. At the other end of the scale, Norton had the slowest median fixed download speed at 16.53 Mbps, followed by Kwekwe and Masvingo. Liquid Home Zimbabwe was the fastest provider across two cities.
Regional Performance
Matabeleland South had the fastest median fixed download speed among Zimbabwe’s regions, recording 40.17 Mbps. Mashonaland West was second, followed by Midlands in third. At the other end of the scale, Masvingo had the slowest median fixed download speed at 22.21 Mbps, followed by Bulawayo and Mashonaland Central. Liquid Home Zimbabwe was the fastest provider across four regions.
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