September 18
Zimbabwe: UK Pledges U.S.$5.5 Million for Demining Efforts in Zimbabwe
The United Kingdom has announced an additional USD 5.5 million in funding to aid landmine clearance in Zimbabwe's Mashonaland East and Mashonaland Central provinces. Read more »
September 17
Zimbabwe: Kwazulu-Natal Pushes for Stronger Air Travel Links With Zimbabwe and Zambia
A trade mission led by KwaZulu-Natal's (KZN) Department of Economic Affairs, Tourism, and Environmental Affairs is actively working to enhance trade, air travel, and tourism ties… Read more »
September 05
Africa: Zimbabwe's Diplomatic Renaissance - the Impact of China-Africa Forums On Zimbabwe's Growth
In recent years, Zimbabwe has been revitalizing its economy through strategic diplomatic relationships, with China emerging as a pivotal partner in this transformation. This… Read more »
August 28
Zimbabwe: Zim Pushes Solar Power to Combat Drought-Driven Energy Crisis
The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) is spearheading a strategic shift towards renewable energy, with a strong focus on solar power, to address the nation's growing… Read more »
August 21
Zimbabwe: Debunking Misinformation - Will the RBZ Convert Diaspora Remittances to ZIG?
Last week, Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Deputy Director William Mamhimanzi caused an uproar when he said the bank should convert diaspora remittances to the local ZiG currency. Read more »
August 14
Zimbabwe: New Firm Set to Take Over City Parking Management in Harare
TEAM Chapter, a company aligned with the ruling Zanu PF party, is set to take over from City Parking as the manager of parking bays in the city's central business district (CBD)… Read more »
July 30
Zimbabwe: Zim's MSMEs Struggle Amid Illicit Financial Flows and Insurance Gaps
Illicit financial flows (IFFs) have emerged as a significant yet often overlooked challenge. As the nation grapples with economic instability, these hidden financial streams… Read more »
July 23
Zimbabwe: Guvamatanga Criticizes Auditor General Over Report On Undelivered Goods
Permanent Secretary for Finance, George Guvamatanga, says the Auditor General's office misdirected itself in its 2023 report, which revealed the government was paying millions for… Read more »
July 15
Zimbabwe: Battling Silent Torment - Combating Workplace Harassment and Ensuring Occupational Safety in Zimbabwe
For Alice*, work has become a daily battle. Read more »
July 10
Zimbabwe: Fatal Kombi Crash Claims Four Lives On Harare-Mutare Road
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has confirmed a devastating road accident that claimed the lives of four individuals and left ten others injured earlier today. Read more »
July 03
Zimbabwe: 12 School Children Injured in Train-Bus Collision
A school bus carrying children collided with a train at the Willton Level Crossing in Mutare this morning leaving twelve pupils injured, Read more »
June 28
Zimbabwe: Stanbic's Rise Above Incubator Programme for SME's Comes Full Circle
Stanbic Bank's Rise Above Incubator Programme for Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) has come full circle with three start-ups poised to receive business loans of varying amounts… Read more »
June 19
Zimbabwe: The Hidden Dangers of School Transport in Zimbabwe
A group of schoolchildren from Rydaleridge Park, a middle-density suburb about 27 kilometres from Harare's central business district, gather at a local bus stop popularly known as… Read more »
June 18
Zimbabwe: Khayah Cement Bemoans Cheaper Imports, High Power Costs
Cement producer, Khayah Cement says high power costs coupled with cheaper cement imports flooding the market are threatening business viability. Read more »
June 13
Zimbabwe: Govt to Tackle Road Traffic Accidents With Stringent Measures
The Minister of Transport and Infrastructural Development, Felix Mhona has outlined urgent measures to combat the alarming rate of road traffic accidents in the country. Read more »
June 07
Zimbabwe: Mupfumi Mourns Harare-Mutare Road Accident Victims
The Manicaland Transport Association has expressed deep condolences following a tragic road accident on the Harare-Mutare Road, involving Tenda Transport and Phil Phats. Read more »
May 30
Zimbabwe: Collaboration Key to Overcoming Zimbabwe's Economic Challenges, Says Westprop CEO
Zimbabweans have potential to overcome economic challenges that include inflation, currency instability and limited access to foreign currency through collaboration. Read more »
May 08
Zimbabwe: Teachers Demand Fair Wages and Collective Bargaining
The Zimbabwe Teachers Association (ZIMTA) has raised concern over the plight and welfare of teachers saying it is increasingly undermining the quality of education delivery,… Read more »
May 02
Zimbabwe: Econet Opens First Free Remittance Corridors to Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe's largest telecommunications and technology company, Econet Wireless, has achieved an Africa first by opening two free remittance corridors into the country, completely… Read more »
April 19
Zimbabwe: Old Mutual Secures Banking License
Old Mutual plc has been granted initial approval to launch a bank by the Prudential Authority (PA), the South Africa (SA) financial regulator that falls under the auspices of the… Read more »
April 16
Zimbabwe: Mutsvangwa Slams Anti-Govt Economists, Supports ZiG Currency
Zanu-PF national spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa has launched a scathing attack on anti-government economists who have been critical of the new ZIG currency. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Minister of ICT Launches 'Digitalize Zimbabwe' Initiative in Domboshava
In a groundbreaking ceremony yesterday, the Minister of ICT, Postal, and Courier Services, Honorable Tatenda Mavetera, took the helm in introducing the Digitalize Zimbabwe… Read more »
April 12
Zimbabwe: RBZ Governor Assures Public On Financial Stability Amid ZiG Introduction
Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Governor Dr. John Mushayavanhu has re-affirmed the Central Bank's commitment to financial stability in the country following the introduction of the… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Debunking Misinformation and Disinformation - What the RBZ Is Saying About ZiG
On 5 April 2024, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Governor, Dr John Mushayavanhu, announced the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) as the new currency to replace the inflation-battered Zimbabwe… Read more »
April 08
Zimbabwe: Reserve Bank Cuts Policy Rate From 130 to 20%, Bets on New Gold Currency
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has cut the policy rate to 20 percent from 130 percent previously as it bets on measures to stabilize the newly introduced Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG)… Read more »