Interbank lending slows as banks adopt defensive stance
The trend is raising fresh questions about liquidity distribution and the underlying stability of the banking sector, businessdigest can report.
By Belinda Chiroodza
Dec. 19, 2025
Interview: Banks target 5% growth, bet on easing rates, strong asset quality
The banking sector is aligned with the 2026 national budget projection of 5% economic growth for 2026, moderating from the revised 6,6% growth estimated for 2025.
By Freeman Makopa
Dec. 19, 2025
Cutting fees is a welcome relief, but the IMTT still drains the people
As Ncube said, government will now “walk the talk” on its reform promises, with new statutory changes “trickling in from next week.”
By Lawrence Makamanzi
Nov. 17, 2025
No bank at risk of collapse, banks body assures public
“No banks are currently at risk of collapse. The sector remains safe and sound, reflecting robust resilience,” BAZ president Sibongile Moyo said.
By Freeman Makopa
Oct. 17, 2025
Banking sector needs to embrace AI
LAST week, the Institute of Bankers of Zimbabwe (IoBZ) held its annual conference in Cape Town, South Africa
By The Zimbabwe Independent
Oct. 10, 2025
IoBZ charts future with AI, ecosystem banking
The IOBZ held its annual conference in South Africa last week. What are the key takeaways from the conference?
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Oct. 10, 2025
AI is the economy, and failure to adapt is not modern banking: Mutambara
Speaking at the Institute of Bankers of Zimbabwe (IOBZ) conference in Cape Town, South Africa, on Friday, Mutambara laid out the staggering economic scale
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Oct. 4, 2025
IOBZ Banker's Diploma gains UK accreditation
This was revealed by IOBZ vice chairman Elisha Chibvuri on Friday during his welcome remarks at the institute's annual conference, currently underway in Cape Town, South Africa
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Oct. 3, 2025
From plastic to magic: The banking renaissance demands invisible, frictionless service
THE future of banking is "everywhere but nowhere," according to leading futurist Stafford Massie, who warns that institutions focusing on premium cards and sleek apps
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Oct. 3, 2025
Zec scandal probe: Global lenders red-flag Chivayo, businessman decries irreparable damage, lost opportunities
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By Julia Ndlela
Dec. 19, 2025
RBZ halts govt’s heavy reliance on borrowings... marks 20 months after ending quasi-fiscal era
Local News
Dec. 19, 2025
