Industries rebel against prohibitive policy rate... as big lenders adopt a precautionary stance
At the core of the impasse is the refusal by commercial banks to lend within the RBZ’s prescribed rate.
By Freeman Makopa
May. 16, 2025
Brutal lending regime torches industry, as economists warn of deepening crisis
Economists say Zimbabwe’s financial system is not just under pressure — it is structurally impaired.
By Shame Makoshori
May. 16, 2025
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US business mission heads to Zim
US ambassador to Zimbabwe, Pamela Tremont said this after paying a courtesy call on Industry and Commerce minister Mangaliso Ndlovu at his offices in Harare on Wednesday.
By Tatenda Kunaka
May. 9, 2025
Zimbabwe Digital Week 2025: Accelerating the Nation’s Digital Transformation
Zim-DW 2025 will convene over 400 delegates, including government officials, tech entrepreneurs, investors, and global thought leaders, to explore the future
By Newsday
Apr. 22, 2025
Govt officials in India for training on financial systems
Industry and Commerce minister Nqobizitha Mangaliso Ndlovu announced the development on Wednesday while addressing legislators during the question-and-answer session.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Mar. 20, 2025
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ZNCC warns of ‘severe consequences’ over Hwange’s units shutdown
The ZNCC boss said it would be difficult to achieve the projected growth rate of 6% this year, if power supply remained a challenge, despite the recovery in the agricultural sector.
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Mar. 11, 2025
China’s FDI inflow hits a 3-year low in January in a sign of sagging investor confidence
According to the Ministry of Commerce, the total FDI inflow in January 2025 fell to its lowest level since early 2022.
By Financial Post
Mar. 8, 2025
Policy rate evolves into worst nightmare
The high rate has undermined the government's efforts to rebuild the economy. It has stifled innovation and entrepreneurship.
By The Zimbabwe Independent
Feb. 28, 2025
Bush airstrips, invasive aircraft on the radar in explosive IFFs debate
Caaz last year commissioned the air traffic control (ATC) communications system and the secondary surveillance radar system at the newly-refurbished RGM International Airport.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Feb. 21, 2025
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Rival CCC factions plot recalls linked to 2030
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By Nqobani Ndlovu and Miriam Mangwaya
May. 18, 2025
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Secretive and risky: Why Mnangagwa’s flurry of Belarus deals is raising eyebrows
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May. 18, 2025
