Econet Ecocash

About payment system

EcoCash is a mobile payment solution developed for Econet users in Zimbabwe, offering a broad suite of financial services through a secure and user-friendly mobile platform. As a mobile wallet, EcoCash enables users to handle a wide range of transactions—from sending money to paying for goods and services—making it a practical tool for both personal and business financial needs.

For individual users, EcoCash simplifies daily money management using just a mobile phone. Key features include:

• Sending money across all networks quickly and securely
• Paying bills such as school fees, utilities, and TV subscriptions from anywhere
• Withdrawing and depositing funds at EcoCash partner locations
• Buying prepaid airtime, SMS, and data bundles for yourself or others, including payments for direct connect accounts
• Making secure online payments without the need for traditional banking
• Receiving international remittances
• Saving money and accessing microloans directly through the platform

Businesses also benefit from EcoCash’s fast and reliable payment infrastructure. Merchants can receive payments directly through EcoCash, streamlining the checkout experience and expanding their customer base. The QR Scan & Pay feature enhances convenience—customers simply scan a merchant’s QR code via the EcoCash app, make the payment instantly, and complete the transaction in seconds. No POS machine is required, allowing for a faster, contactless checkout process.

EcoCash continues to be a vital tool in advancing financial inclusion and offering secure, accessible, and efficient financial services for individuals and businesses across Zimbabwe.