In Analakely, the smartphone repair market is seeing sustained activity. With the growing number of mobile phone users, repair shops are constantly busy. Zazah, a smartphone technician with over twenty years of experience, is a prime witness to this trend.
“I have been in this trade for over two decades and have worked in several locations. While I didn’t undergo formal specialized training, I already had some fundamental knowledge of electronics,” he shares. To stay updated with the constant evolution of technology, he relies on self-learning. “When I encounter a problem I’m not familiar with, I search for information online. You have to know how to teach yourself,” he explains. His workshop welcomes an average of ten clients per day.
Repair times vary depending on the nature of the issue. Interventions involving charging circuits, earpieces, or other minor components are generally quick. Conversely, repairs related to network connectivity or faulty processors are among the most complex.
Profitable
According to this professional, the most frequent issues involve the charging circuit. “Many users continue to use their phones while they are charging, or allow them to come into contact with water, which damages various components,” he notes. Broken screens are also among the most common problems.
The cost of a repair ranges between 5,000 and 100,000 ariary, depending on the fault. However, some repairs cannot be performed on-site due to a lack of specialized equipment or available spare parts.
For Zazah, this activity remains profitable. “This trade allows me to make a good living,” he asserts. However, he emphasizes that the quality of work also depends on the available equipment. In his workshop, he uses a microscope, a hot air station, and three types of soldering irons—essential tools for performing precision repairs. Despite the competition, he continues to see steady demand for his services.
Mialisoa Ida
Captured & Published at: 2026-06-18 19:30:03 (Madagascar Local Time EAT)
Original Source: https://www.lexpress.mg/2026/06/marche-de-lelectronique-la-reparation.html