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Cash shortage chokes Zim's new factories
The presentation showed 4% of plants are over 50 years old and still surviving, while 1.2%of total firms have the oldest plants in operation, reaching up to 87 years old.
By Chen Williams
Jun. 21, 2026
Milling firm hails Zimbabwe’s operating environment
The company’s products have gained a strong presence in the domestic retail market while expanding into regional markets.
By Brent Shamu
Jun. 19, 2026
Roadside vending as Zim’s most honest economic indicator
Manufacturing's share of GDP had already declined from 14,8% in 2018 to under 10% by 2025. The sector contributed an average of 23% of GDP across the 1980s.
By Valentine Muhamba
Jun. 12, 2026
Companies intensify hunt for black market dollar as shortages deepen
The Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries (CZI)’s latest report confirmed a recent surge in demand for US dollars on the parallel market, even as authorities
By Freeman Makopa
May. 22, 2026
How secure payment innovation is reshaping the digital retail economy... unit trusts emerge as key savings vehicle in Zim
The sector also recorded strong growth in funds under management (FUM), driven by fresh inflows and portfolio appreciation.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
May. 22, 2026
Tough times hit industry as costs surge
These included tax reforms, changes in customs procedures, and adjustments in indigenisation regulations.
By Sharon Zebra
Apr. 28, 2026
Integrated distribution SMEs in the digital era
SMEs need to integrate their distribution channels using affordable ERP (enterprise resource planning) tools, such as fintech apps that synchronise inventory across platforms.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo
Apr. 12, 2026
SecZim, DPC seal MoU to strengthen financial sector stability
“This MoU establishes a structured framework for cooperation, enabling us to better coordinate efforts in promoting market integrity, financial stability and sector resilience,” Berejena said.
By Blessed Ndlovu
Apr. 10, 2026
ZiG annual inflation rises to 4,4% in March
The Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) on Thursday reported that annual ZiG inflation increased from 3,8% in February to 4,4% in March.
By Business Reporter
Mar. 26, 2026
