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
Scepticism over Mthuli  Ncube’s US$21b debt plan   
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
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
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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Treasury, through Statutory Instrument (SI) 34 of 2025, recently repealed SI81A of 2024, which penalised anyone pricing goods or services above the official exchange rate.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
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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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
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
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
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
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
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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
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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Why Zimbabwe’s big industries are in trouble
Zimbabwe has a power deficit of nearly 1 600 megawatts.
By Tatira Zwinoira Mar. 23, 2025
Ipec decries paltry pension contributions
Some pensioners are receiving as little as US$60 pension payouts despite the cost of living being estimated at least US$500 a month.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Mar. 23, 2025
Digital marketing and entrepreneurship
Businesses can understand their audience, track conversions better, and make decisions based on data with the assistance of these technologies.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Mar. 23, 2025
What’s performing well? Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway and Gold shine amid uncertainty
This technically means the SPX is in a correction territory, which is a drop of at least 10% but not more than 20% which becomes a bear marker.
By Isaac Jonas Mar. 23, 2025
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Zim local authorities sink US$1 billion in five years
The Auditor General’s Office also regularly flags procurement as one of the major source of revenue leakages for local authorities and the government.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Mar. 16, 2025
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Zim local authorities sink US$1 billion in five years.
Starlink has rolled out the beta version of a direct-to-cell system, with the firm planning for a full rollout globally depending on the success of this soft launch.
By Blessed Ndlovu Mar. 16, 2025
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Zimbabwe’s power crisis adds to business’ woes
Zesa said it would be commencing maintenance work at the Hwange power station’s Unit 7 beginning last Sunday until March 29.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Mar. 9, 2025
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Zimbabwe’s platinum production declines by 9%
As the world’s third-largest platinum producer, Zimbabwe plays a crucial role in the global supply of the mineral.
By Ashton Ndakusiya Mar. 9, 2025