A third of Zim’s industry ready for AfCFTA: CZI

He said that companies noted that the cost of production was higher in Zimbabwe compared to other countries making local firms uncompetitive.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga May. 1, 2024

Boost for local firms as credit insurance product covers imports from SA

Credit insurance supervises the collection of debt when it is not yet time to claim.
By Melody Chikono Apr. 29, 2024

MPS, outlook conference resolutions

There is need for more policy measures earmarked at promoting savings and investments in the broader Zimbabwean economy.
By Batanai Matsika Apr. 12, 2024

Acceleration of African Continental Free Trade Area implementation

The AfCFTA targets a market of 1.2 billion people representing US$2.5 trillion in cumulative GDP.
By Ronald Zvendiya Mar. 31, 2024

Zim to resubmit final tariff order for approval

Speaking on Wednesday during the AfCFTA conference Foreign Affairs deputy minister Sheillah Chikomo expressed the country’s willingness to join GTI.
By Blessed Ndlovu Mar. 8, 2024

Mthuli calls for open borders in Africa

The African Union estimates that the agreement will boost revenue and lift 30 million people out of extreme poverty.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Feb. 29, 2024

‘Political will needed to fix cross-border payments’

Eli Hini, chief executive of MTN Mobile Money, Nigeria, said that progress in Ghana showed what is possible elsewhere.
By African Business Feb. 16, 2024

US expands investments in Africa, seals USD 14.2 bn in deals to counter Chinese influence

The US has adjusted its investment and trade strategies in regions affected by conflict.
By Dt Next Dec. 19, 2023

Demand for maize firms as El Niño looms

El Niño is associated with increased temperatures and low rainfall, which can significantly impact agricultural productivity.
By Staff Writer Dec. 1, 2023