EditorialComment: Zimbabwe’s de-dollarisation roadmap needs clarification

There have been six attempts to revive the local currency since then with the latest attempt being the introduction of the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) in April last year.
By The Standard Oct. 5, 2025

IMF exposes Zimbabwe debt under reporting

It indicated that Zimbabwe’s external debt alone may have been understated by about US$4,5 billion during the period.
By Tatira Zwinoira Oct. 5, 2025

Editor’s Memo: US replaces one deadly weapon with another

A new Bill before the US Congress proposes repealing the Zimbabwe Democracy and Economic Recovery Act
By Shame Makoshori Sep. 19, 2025

Zim’s debt crisis: A ticking time bomb demanding transparency

This represents about half of the country’s US$44 billion Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
By Julia Ndlela and Blessed Ndlovu Jul. 18, 2025

A rude awakening for Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe has been negotiating an IMF Staff Monitored Programme (SMP) to anchor the reform process under the arrears clearance and debt resolution process.
By Newsday Jun. 23, 2025

Inclusive economic growth the answer

Zimbabwe is pushing for an IMF staff-monitored programme, which could lift confidence in the country and provide a stepping stone to restructuring its US$21 billion debt overhang
By The Standard Jun. 22, 2025

Zim’s deteriorating economic situation

The IMF must use its leverage to put forward specific, enforceable recommendations that will decisively address these governance failures.
By Chenayi Mutambasere Jun. 20, 2025
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Zim pleads with US to drop tariffs to 10%

Ncube said the American government’s tariff regime emerged as a topical issue during the IMF/World Bank Spring Meetings, as it threatened the global economy.
By Tatira Zwinoira Apr. 28, 2025

Harare residents face US$144m Chinese loan burden

The controversy surrounding the loan repayment has sparked concerns about the city's financial management and the burden placed on residents.
By Obert Siamilandu Apr. 5, 2025