Econet Wireless Zimbabwe (A)

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Case

Reference no. E-0062-E

Subject category: Entrepreneurship

Authors: Sita Ramakrishna Velamuri (IESE Business School)

Published by: IESE Business School

Originally published in: 2003

Version: 04/26/2004

Length: 16 pages

Data source: Field research

Topics: Business ethics; Entrepreneurship

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Abstract

This is the first of a three-case series (E-0062-E, E-0063-E and E-0066-E). The case outlines the difficulties faced by Strive Masiyiwa in his quest to operate a mobile telecommunications network in Zimbabwe. He refuses to indulge in corrupt practices to get the license to operate the network. He fights the government in the High Court and Supreme Court when it places obstacles in his path. The case highlights the support he receives from many people who are attracted by his ethical values.

Location:

Zimbabwe

Other setting(s):

1993-1998