Growth targets imperilled as Zim govt ‘postpones problem’
This translated to about ZiG6,1 billion budget deficit.
Cottco moves to geo-fence contracted farmers’ fields
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Dec. 6, 2024
Overpricing red flagged as contractors loot millions
By Melody Chikono
Dec. 6, 2024
Zim women’s political participation: Call for inclusivity and transformation
“Women are enemies to their own progress; they do not believe in themselves, let alone in the capabilities of fellow women,” Khupe remarked.
By Memory Rasa
Dec. 6, 2024
AMH announces editorial changes at ZimInd
Assistant editor Shame Makoshori has been promoted to deputy editor.
By The Zimbabwe Independent
Dec. 6, 2024
‘Healthcare will operate on shoestring budget’
“Health spending as a share of total government expenditure is an indicator of the priority given to health,” Rusike said.
By Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa
Dec. 6, 2024
Plot to keep Mnangagwa in power beyond 2028 thickens
Mnangagwa's constitutionally-mandated tenure is supposed to end in 2028 at the completion of his second and final term in office.
By Tinashe Kairiza and Julia Ndlela
Dec. 6, 2024
Cash reserves cannot cover a month amid import woes
“While this figure reportedly provides more than three times the reserve money cover, it pales compared to the country's import needs.
By Freeman Makopa
Dec. 6, 2024
ZimInd 2024 banks survey tackles liquidity crisis
It is an annual survey published by the Zimbabwe Independent in partnership with First Capital Bank.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga
Dec. 6, 2024
Zim juggles US$1bn TBs to avert crisis
State-owned enterprises, often beneficiaries of state-guaranteed loans, have faced challenges in repaying debts, adding strain to Treasury’s obligations.
By Shame Makoshori
Dec. 6, 2024
Analysts expose Sadc faultlines in Moza post-election implosion
The summit was itself marred by Sadc’s decision to congratulate Mozambique for its October polls, even as disturbances rocked cities.
By Tinashe Kairiza
Nov. 29, 2024
‘We are hitting targets on monthly basis’
We believe for us to create long-term shareholder value, long-term sustainable value, ESG issues must be considered right from the onset.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Nov. 29, 2024
ZiG’s freefall inflicts pain on Zim tourism industry
So, what that means is this is a really potential sector to drive the growth of the overall gross domestic product.
By Julia Ndlela
Nov. 29, 2024
Govt freezes fresh recruitments
The new measures announced yesterday came as the 2025 allocation for employment costs reached ZiG152,6 billion, exceeding the fiscal rule threshold.
By Freeman Makopa
Nov. 29, 2024
RioZim fires back as workers raise gold theft allegations
The plunder of precious minerals like gold and diamonds is a topical issue in Zimbabwe.
By Julia Ndlela
Nov. 29, 2024
De-listing wave: Natfoods leaves VFEX, BridgeFort terminates ZSE
However, many of these benefits have since been removed, making the bourse less attractive.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga
Nov. 29, 2024
Blowback: Controversial PVO Bill holds sway in US$21bn debt deal
They also want the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe to end quasi-fiscal operations.
By Melody Chikono
Nov. 29, 2024
Treasury projects 6% GDP growth for 2025
This year, the economy is expected to grow by 2%.
By Tinashe Kairiza
Nov. 29, 2024
‘Double-dipping’ Ncube piles the taxes
This view was shared by the ZNCC and the Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers.
By Melody Chikono
Nov. 29, 2024
War vets demand pound of flesh from Time Bank
Led by Douglas Mahiya, national secretary in the ruling Zanu PF’s War Veterans League, the group reminded Time Bank that liberators
By Freeman Makopa
Nov. 29, 2024
Lawyers deny ‘fees bonanza’ reports amid surge in concerns
But, what the JSC has done is mobilise some funding for just out-of-pocket expenses to enable lawyers to travel and deal with the pro Deo system.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga
Nov. 22, 2024
‘Mthuli Ncube walking a tight rope’
It is not meaningful to have a balanced budget which is (strong) on the revenue base. This is because, in particular, the private sector will be feeling the impact. That will be a bad balance.
By Freeman Makopa
Nov. 22, 2024
CZI pushes for Dimaf-style funding strategy for Bulawayo
Historically, Bulawayo was the industrial hub of Zimbabwe employing thousands of the country’s workforce and producing a range of products.
By Nizbert Moyo
Nov. 22, 2024
Listing standoff courts industrial outrage
In 2021, Research firm Econometer Global Capital said the suspension of Old Mutual was unjustified.
By Freeman Makopa
Nov. 22, 2024
Wild Horizons shells out US$8m to build lodge
Archer added that the new investment will create additional employment opportunities in Zimbabwe’s foremost tourism destination.
By Tinashe Kairiza
Nov. 22, 2024
Mafume sparks controversy amid Harare mass demolitions
This has been compounded by high level rural to urban migration by thousands of youths seeking opportunities in Harare’s last remaining firms.
By Julia Ndlela
Nov. 22, 2024
‘Politically-connected firm siphoning US$35m from Penhalonga gold claims’
Marange became a flashpoint of looting and shocking human rights violations from 2006, following huge discoveries that attracted thousands of artisanal miners.
By Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa
Nov. 22, 2024
ZiG spawns upheavals in insurance industry
Since then, indications of potential changes to Zimbabwe’s functional currency have always ended in trepidation.
By Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa
Nov. 22, 2024
Mnangagwa in rude awakening as regional peers snub summit
It was one of Mnangagwa’s first major assignments since taking over as chairman in August.
By Miriam Mangwaya and Tinashe Kairiza
Nov. 22, 2024
Chinese debt threatens to switch off Hwange
Blackouts of up to 18 hours a day are already vexing industrial growth with investors warning last week that ramifications of current gridlocks would be felt many years from now.
By Freeman Makopa
Nov. 22, 2024