Econet Wireless lit up the skies over Zimbabwe with a dazzling drone light show that ushered in their 25th anniversary in pioneering style.
The high-tech performance featured over 100 drones swarming and swaying in choreographed unison, watched by over 10,000 awe-struck attendees at the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show.
Partnering with drone company Precision Aerial and creative agency Dicomm Mccann, Econet pulled off a Zimbabwean first by illuminating the night with hundreds of dancing LED quadcopters.
Whizzing through the air in glowing formations, the drone swarm depicted Econet’s journey from startup to national telecom leader through shifting shapes, colors and logos.
Gasps and cheers erupted from the enthralled crowd as the drones formed the shape of a phone and the Econet name in honor of the company’s innovations in mobile connectivity.

Other highlights included a morphing Zimbabwean map, recognizing Econet’s ubiquity across the nation.

The grand finale depicted the number 25 with a heart, celebrating a quarter century of telecommunications success.

Throughout the spectacle, the precisely choreographed drones surged, swooped and hovered in ways never before seen in Zimbabwe.
Their colored lights and swirling dance reflected off smiling faces in the audience, captivated by the fusion of technology and artistry.
For Econet, the visionary performance symbolized an innovative leap forward and ambitious vision for the future.
As the drones danced in unison to a synchronized soundtrack, onlookers marveled at the marriage of creativity, science and artistry.
While some reminisced over how mobile has transformed life since Econet’s advent, others daydreamed about future frontiers this trailblazing company could unveil.
It was a glimpse into a thrilling future anchored by connectivity.
The successful drone light show cements Econet’s reputation as a trailblazing brand embracing new tech to better connect Zimbabweans. Beyond the futuristic display, Econet also used the anniversary event to reaffirm their commitment to enabling digital access, education and economic growth across Zimbabwe.
After a quarter century of progress, Econet continues to solidify their leadership by enhancing networks, expanding 5G access, and investing in digital infrastructure nationwide.
Their imaginative drone performance kicks off the next era for Econet Wireless.
With innovation as their north star, there are no limits to what Econet can achieve in the sky – and beyond – for many anniversaries to come.
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