High capital costs threaten pension returns, expansion

Inflation slowed to 4,1% in January — the lowest level in more than three decades — while the exchange rate remained relatively stable under the willing-buyer willing-seller system.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Mar. 13, 2026
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‘Outstanding retention funds tied to govt, not RBZ’

In the past week, mining firms in Zimbabwe’s platinum sector reported that significant sums were owed to them, and attributed to the RBZ.
By Staff Writer Mar. 13, 2026

ZiG holds ground, but credibility gaps persist

This modest stability could provide the foundation for the long-term consolidation of Zimbabwe’s latest currency experiment.
By Eddie Zvinonzwa Mar. 13, 2026

Safeguard personal data, Potraz urges villagers

CCZ public relations manager Christopher Kamba said circulation of ZiG notes had remained limited since their introduction.
By Evans Mathanda Mar. 8, 2026
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Once beaten, twice shy: Industry tracks RBZ currency benchmarks

The move toward a single local currency depends on several "conditions precedent" designed to provide market comfort.
By Concilia Mupezeni and Blessed Ndlovu Mar. 8, 2026
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US$ to ZiG: Pension funds see five-year transition

According to the Insurance and Pensions Commission’s third-quarter 2025 report, total assets in the sector grew by 5% to approximately US$2.77 billion.
By Tatira Zwinoira Mar. 8, 2026

Mindset alone won’t save the ZiG

The ZiG has given Zimbabwe a second chance at monetary redemption — but second chances must be earned, not assumed.  
By Lawrence Makamanzi Mar. 6, 2026

Zim owes Zimplats US$78m in unpaid export earnings

Under the country's export retention policy, exporters must surrender 30% of their foreign currency earnings to authorities in exchange for ZiG, at the prevailing interbank rate.
By Tatira Zwinoira Mar. 6, 2026

Bank fees: Progress made, much bigger issues remain

In a southern African context, the country’s stance is striking.
By The Zimbabwe Independent Mar. 6, 2026