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Why Zim is missing out on mega EU loans
This growing debt profile has elevated Zimbabwe’s risk status, discouraging fresh credit lines and foreign investment.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
May. 25, 2025
Stanbic says €20m facility targets agric, energy sectors
The European Investment Bank (EIB) and Stanbic last week launched a €20 million credit line to support female-owned small to medium enterprises (SMEs).
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Mar. 11, 2025
EIB and Stanbic partner for female SME credit line
ElB is the lending institution of the EU, owned by its member states.
By Staff Writer
Mar. 7, 2025
EIB board approves funding support to female entrepreneurs
The EIB vice-president said the major priority for the bank in Africa was the promotion of women’s entrepreneurship, which was normally under SMEs.
By Melody Chikono
Dec. 5, 2024
NMBZ boss speaks on horticulture funding
The group had total assets amounting to €630,2 billion as at June 2023.
By Newsday
Nov. 14, 2023
Piggy’s Trading & Investing Tips: IFIs contribute to economic growth
Some examples include the World Bank, European Investment Bank (EIB) and the African Development Bank (AfDB).
By Batanai Matsika
Sep. 8, 2023
‘Debt, disputed polls impede Zim’s path to secure fresh funding’
The report noted that Zimbabwe’s balance of payments situation has deteriorated due to sanctions, which has restricted its access to international credit.
By Silas Nkala
Sep. 8, 2023
First Capital secures US$20m line of credit
The line was secured to develop eligible investment projects undertaken by small to medium enterprises and midcap companies under FCB locally.
By Melody Chikono
Aug. 31, 2023
EU extends US$500m windfall to Zim
Over two decades ago, the EU slapped Zimbabwe with sanctions in response to a Council decision that Mugabe’s administration was grossly violating human rights.
By Tinashe Kairiza
Jan. 20, 2023
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Tourism industry bleeds US$40m in 90 days. . . sector-wide carnage could top US$125 million, imperilling Zim’s GDP
Local News
Jun. 6, 2025
Investors flee Lake Kariba’s collapsing eastern shoreline
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By Shame Makoshori and Freeman Makopa
Jun. 6, 2025
State contractors’ payment crisis spirals into job market bloodbath... operators offload 500 workers in three months, says trade union
Local News
Jun. 6, 2025
