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Government squeezes miners for more forex

He said the 30% surrender portion continued to lose value due to disparities between the official and the parallel market exchange rate.
By Ashton Ndakusiya 19h ago
Caledonia’s economic generated value clocks US$146 million
Caledonia’s economic generated value clocks US$146 million
Caledonia said by ensuring fair, transparent, and substantial contributions to Zimbabwe’s fiscal system, it supported national development and economic stability.
By Tatira Zwinoira Jun. 1, 2025
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RBZ blames liquidity crunch on hoarding of US dollars
The policies deliberately keep the circulation of the ZiG at way below market demand, a move the central bank implemented to try and preserve the domestic currency’s value.
By Blessed Ndlovu May. 25, 2025
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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
Entrepreneurship and management of employee branding
Leadership is not merely about holding a title; it is about being an individual who motivates and directs others.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo May. 25, 2025
Moody’s downgrade: A wake-up call for the US and the world
The Moody’s downgrade and the spike in Treasury yields are not just headlines — they are signals of deeper shifts in the global financial system.
By Isaac Jonas May. 25, 2025
Scepticism over Mthuli Ncube’s US$21b debt plan  
But economists were quick to dismiss the target as unrealistic.  
By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 18, 2025
Understanding stock market basics: A beginner’s guide for Zim investors
This is a vital topic, and one that I hope demystifies the stock market for all Zimbabwean and African readers.
By Isaac Jonas May. 18, 2025
Customer delight and entrepreneurial success
This concept centres on providing customers with an exceptional experience by going above and beyond what is expected.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo May. 18, 2025
Zimbabwe eyes US$16m from carbon credits after new law
Using the current global average price of US$6, 53 per carbon credit from German online statistics platform, Statista, the remaining carbon credits translate to US$55,46 million.
By Blessed Ndlovu May. 18, 2025
Zimbabweans rush into property as haven against volatile economy
Its stance has led to a liquidity crunch that’s impacted the bourse and forced local investors to look elsewhere.
By Ray Ndlovu May. 11, 2025
Lower tobacco prices worry Zimbabwe farmers
The new tobacco marketing season opened with prices ranging from US$1,59 per kilogramme for the lowest tobacco grade to US$4,65 per kilogramme for the highest grade.
By Blessed Ndlovu May. 11, 2025
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Zimbabwe’s small-scale miners cry foul over EPOs
They are granted by the president following applications to the secretary of the Mining Affairs Board and is valid for three years.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga and Ashton Ndakusiya May. 4, 2025
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Zimbabwe lifts ban on unblended petrol amid ethanol shortages
Local ethanol producers suspend operations during the rainy season because the wet conditions make the harvesting of sugarcane difficult.
By Blessed Ndlovu May. 4, 2025
Intangible assets management for entrepreneurial success
Several types of intangible assets are strategic for pan-African entrepreneurs.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Apr. 27, 2025
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ZiG annual inflation rate debuts at 85,7% as prices soar
Treasury, through Statutory Instrument (SI) 34 of 2025, recently repealed SI81A of 2024, which penalised anyone pricing goods or services above the official exchange rate.
By Tatira Zwinoira Apr. 27, 2025
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IMF warns Zimbabwe over debt arrears
Economists, however, warn that achieving that growth based on better commodity prices and agricultural activity may prove difficult as the economy faces deflation.
By Tatira Zwinoira Apr. 27, 2025
US markets rally amid trade hopes, but volatility and risk premiums remain elevated
This “flight to quality” underscores ongoing concerns about the durability of the US recovery, the impact of tariffs, and the risk of recession.
By Isaac Jonas Apr. 27, 2025
The US.-China trade war: Market chaos, supply chain risks
China retaliated with 125% tariffs on American goods, effectively freezing bilateral trade.
By Isaac Jonas Apr. 20, 2025
Old Mutual investments into power projects yields 43MW
Zimbabwe has 1 600MW to 1 800MW renewable energy generation potential from mostly solar, followed by wind, biogas, and small hydropower energy.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Apr. 20, 2025
Marketing strategy and entrepreneurial competitiveness
One way for the pan-African entrepreneurs to construct a marketing strategy is to put into action the following marketing strategic conceptual steps:
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Apr. 20, 2025
The Highs and Lows of Prateek Suri: How Prateek Suri Became Richest Indian in Africa
But perhaps his greatest asset is his vision. Unlike others who extract and expor
By The Standard Apr. 13, 2025
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Zimbabwe gets huge UNDP boost for renewable energy
Rodriguez said given the region’s climate, countries such as Zimbabwe offered enormous potential for investments in renewable energy in addition to its demand for energy solutions.
By Donald Nyandoro Apr. 13, 2025
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Zimbabwe mulls ‘green’ bond to drive energy projects
The issue of funding constraints was topical at the conference and the creation of the special bond was included in the resolutions.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Apr. 13, 2025
Gloomy anniversary : US dollar suffocates the ZiG
The ZiG is being used to settle mostly minor transactions including utility and tax payments and a portion of civil servant wages.
By Ray Ndlovu Apr. 6, 2025
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Over taxation a threat to Zim’s telecoms industry, says deputy minister
He told Standardbusiness that government had made progress in fostering a competitive environment, but over taxation had detrimental effects on the sector’s sustainability.
By Lee Musaidzi Apr. 6, 2025
Commodity trade experts urge government, farmers to collaborate
Food Crop Contractors Association chairperson Graeme Murdoc said an opportunity for the two sides to find each other  needed to be created.
By Blessed Ndlovu Mar. 30, 2025
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Zida decries low capital inflows
He acknowledged that a significant barrier to attracting investment was Zimbabwe’s negative perception.
By Lee Musaidzi Mar. 30, 2025