Exit strategies for SMEs in a volatile economy

This cultural mindset has perpetuated the illusion that business success is guaranteed if the entrepreneur works hard. But reality tells a different story.

How Zim can tame its informal economy

This fragmentation has created a lawless marketplace where prices fluctuate wildly, consumer complaints go unaddressed and trust between buyers and sellers erodes daily.

Government bemoans adolescent pregnancy

A GOVERNMENT official has said adolescent pregnancy and secondary school completion rates are urgent calls to act decisively and collaboratively.
By Vanessa Gonye and Harriet Chikandiwa Oct. 14, 2025

Old Mutual sets aside 20% of loan book to agric sector

 Driving this growth was an increase in the group’s foreign currency lending book to key sectors of the economy.
By Melody Chikono Aug. 28, 2025

Byo youths tackle SME finance gaps with smart solution

The SME sector remains a critical pillar of Zimbabwe’s economy, accounting for over 50% of employment and playing a significant role in driving industrialisation and innovation.
By Margaret Lubinda Jul. 3, 2025

Leather design studio to boost footwear industry

The design studio is expected to foster creativity and technical advancement within an industry that is heavily influenced by fashion trends and seasonal demands.
By Bongile Moyo Jun. 25, 2025

Indian tech firm seeks to digitally empower Zimbabwean SMEs 

Zoho’s presence in Zimbabwe over the past five years has already seen growing partnerships with public institutions and local enterprises.
By Trust Makore Apr. 29, 2025
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It’s the policies stupid, SMEAZ tells govt

SMEAZ chief executive officer Farai Mutambanengwe said there was a need to address the root cause of the problems facing the formal sector.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Mar. 25, 2025

How African MSMEs are decolonising manufacturing

A large measure of MSME-driven value addition is in the hands of youth and women.
By Charles Dhewa Mar. 5, 2025