FIU turns to AI as Zim battles US$6bn illicit finance threat

Against this backdrop, FIU director-general Oliver Chiperesa says the institution is modernising its surveillance and analytical capabilities to keep pace with emerging threats.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jun. 12, 2026

Dodgy elites’ flashy car hunting spots under fire... looting machine held to account over US$6bn flows

Authorities say the findings expose how dealerships have evolved into fertile ground for laundering proceeds generated through criminal activities.
By Concilia Mupezeni Jun. 12, 2026

‘It’s not about the money’

I waited until the beer arrived. “Do you know what a ‘calling’ means?” I asked him, noting his conflicted expression.
By Onie Ndoro May. 31, 2026

Real estate market regulation: Lessons from global leaders

ZIMBABWE stands at a decisive moment in the evolution of its real estate sector. Property is no longer a peripheral economic activity; it is a national economic pillar.
By Mike Juru May. 15, 2026

Zimbabwe to cut mobile money charges in financial sector reforms

Mobile money users have long complained about high transfer costs, including the Intermediated Money Transfer Tax (IMTT) and charges levied by service providers.
By Boitumelo Makhurane May. 12, 2026

Ex-Airlink manager remanded in US$693k theft, money laundering case

It is alleged that in August 2024 Sibanda devised a scheme to steal from his employer by deliberately underbanking daily cash collections from ticket sales.
By Staff Reporter Apr. 27, 2026

Retail banking can power next phase of financial inclusion

Mobile money has built an extensive distribution network, supported by tens of thousands of agents across the country. Mobile penetration is high, and active usage continues to grow.
By Dennis Mambure Apr. 17, 2026

Zim courts UK, Germany, Japan, France, Algeria for US$2,5bn bridge financing

Zimbabwe is currently under a 10-month IMF Staff-Monitored Programme, which runs until December.
By Tatira Zwinoira Apr. 15, 2026

Innscor’s financial results: It takes money to make money

In October, I wrote about Innscor’s results in Money Never Sleeps. The story was about incredible revenue growth: a billion-dollar company growing at 19%. 
By Tinashe Mukogo Apr. 10, 2026