Last-mile internet distribution in underserved African neighborhoods lacks affordable, accessible payment infrastructure

Residents in underserved African neighborhoods lack reliable, affordable internet access and struggle with payment methods that match their financial constraints. Current ISP models require upfront monthly subscriptions that are unaffordable for low-income populations, while existing distribution infrastructure cannot reach dispersed communities efficiently. Zoni's emergence signals desperate demand for a prepaid, tokenized internet payment system that mirrors familiar local payment patterns (like prepaid electricity) to unlock internet access for millions.