Econet Life
Econet Life is a Zimbabwean life insurance company that provides innovative micro-insurance and digital-based financial protection products. It operates as part of the Econet Wireless Zimbabwe ecosystem, leveraging mobile platforms to expand access to insurance services across the country. Parent company: Econet Wireless Zimbabwe
Headquarters: 1906 Borrowdale Road,Harare, Zimbabwe
Founded: 2014
Primary services: Life insurance, funeral cover, micro-insurance
Flagship product: EcoSure mobile funeral insurance
Background and structure
Econet Life was launched by the Econet Group to extend financial inclusion through insurance solutions that integrate with mobile technology. Its products are primarily distributed via mobile money and digital channels, allowing customers to register, pay premiums, and process claims using their phones. Products and services
The company offers several micro-insurance products tailored to Zimbabwe’s economic conditions. EcoSure provides reliable funeral and life cover linked to subscribers’ mobile wallets,savings and protection options. These services are designed to reach both urban and rural customers with minimal paperwork. Role in financial inclusion
Econet Life has been instrumental in increasing insurance pe*******on in Zimbabwe, where traditional coverage levels were historically low. By using the EcoCash infrastructure, it brings low-cost insurance to millions of unbanked and underinsured citizens, aligning with national financial inclusion strategies. Corporate impact
Through technology-driven innovation, Econet Life has reshaped the local insurance market, making digital micro-insurance mainstream. It continues to expand its reach via partnerships, corporate social responsibility programs, and integration with other Econet ecosystem services such as health and education support.
