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For many households and small and big businesses in Zimbabwe, reliable, high-speed internet has long felt like a luxury, but often out of reach due to high costs or inconsistent performance. This perception is being directly challenged by Dolphin Technologies (DTEL) with its groundbreaking 200Mbps Uncapped Fibre package, priced at an accessible $60 per month.
This offering is not just another internet plan; it represents a significant shift in the value proposition available to the average consumer, promising to bridge the digital divide that has persisted in the market.
Additionally, the offer brings together speed, stability, and cost-effectiveness in a way that could change how families, professionals, and small businesses experience connectivity.
What also makes this package different is the speed-to-price ratio. At $60/month, this 200Mbps fibre plan offers one of the best value propositions in the market. For comparison, other providers in the country are charging more for far lower speeds.
Independent testing over several weeks confirms that the service largely delivers on its advertised claims. Download speeds consistently hover near the promised 200Mbps mark, but perhaps more critically for productivity and content creation, upload speeds are equally robust. This symmetry is a game-changer for professionals who regularly transfer large files. Also, the service demonstrated low latency and remarkable stability during peak evening hours, eliminating the frustrating lag and buffering that plague less reliable connections.
In practical terms, this technical performance translates into seamless everyday experiences. A household can have multiple 4K video streams running simultaneously while others are on video calls or engaged in online gaming, all without a hint of interruption. For small businesses, it means operational efficiency is no longer throttled by inadequate connectivity.
One Dtel user on X, with the username Ba mia, acknowledged that Dtel has brought value to most internet users.
He said, “Value for money has been working well.”
Another netizen under the username Katlego Ndlovu also commented, “Bought this for my family in Southerton and it works perfectly well, surpassing 200 Mbps.”
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TechnoMag’s crew spoke with a few people trying out the service in Harare. One user, Mr. Tendai Marawi, who runs a small graphic design studio in Harare, had this to say:
Before, uploading large design files to clients was a pain sometimes I’d wait an hour just for one folder. With Dolphin’s fiber, uploads are almost instant. My workflow is smoother, and I feel like I can take more clients.
For Mr. Brian Chigodora, a gamer and Twitch streamer, Dolphin fibre has been a game-changer.
I used LTE before. When everyone’s on their phones, the ping goes crazy—so many drops. Since switching to fiber, I can stream and play with others without complaining about lag, and I don’t worry about losing my audience mid-game.
Maria, who owns a hair salon in the central business district, said she is excited that instead of her constantly dropping internet, everyone at her house can watch Netflix, Zoom, and check social media at the same time without her internet dropping.
These testimonials underscore a significant shift. The longstanding price-versus-performance dilemma in Zimbabwe’s internet market appears to be softening. Dolphin’s offering demonstrates that providing high-tier service at a mid-tier price is feasible, potentially setting a new benchmark that could compel the entire industry to reevaluate its pricing structures.
Of course, the primary consideration for interested parties remains availability. Fibre infrastructure is still rolling out across the country, and coverage is not yet universal. The crucial first step for any potential customer is to verify serviceability at their specific address by contacting Dolphin Technologies directly via their customer service channels, including WhatsApp and their call centre.
For those within the coverage zone, however, the decision seems increasingly clear. By offering a service that empowers small businesses, Dolphin Technologies is not just selling an internet package; it is actively fueling the digital aspirations of a nation.
Things to check
As with any fibre rollout, not all areas are yet wired. It’s best to check if Dolphin’s network reaches your address.
Reach out: Contact their customer service / WhatsApp / call centre to request a quote or installation.
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