IMF Zimbabwe’s corruption scourge

The IMF staff team led by Wojciech Maliszewski conducted a second mission to Harare during June 18 to 27, to conclude the 2024 Article IV Consultation.
By Mthandazo Nyoni 6h ago
Major boost for small and medium enterprises
Major boost for small and medium enterprises
According to the World Bank, SMEs play a major role in most economies, particularly in developing countries.
By Staff Reporter 6h ago
Zim’s solar sector poised for growth
The company recently launched its innovative rent-to-buy programme, making clean and sustainable energy more accessible than ever for households and businesses. 
By Mthandazo Nyoni 6h ago
Women change makers hailed
The recently named Africa Women Summit Zimbabwe president said all hope was not lost as long as women join hands for common good.
By Takemore Mazuruse Jun. 23, 2024
Mashonaland East’s sweet beekeeping business for girls
AWARFA-N was launched in Zimbabwe in 2021, which at the time was the third country where the network launched in Africa after Ghana and Zambia.
By Ropafadzo Makosi Jun. 23, 2024
Zimbabwe’s banks not ready for cryptocurrency
He said the central bank had shown some interest in the technology, having introduced a gold-backed digital token.
By Belinda Chiroodza Jun. 23, 2024
Industrial success lies in the cultivation of human capital
Companies often prioritise short-term gains over future prosperity, making it difficult for leaders to adopt a posterity-minded approach.
By Bhekilizwe Bernard Ndlovu Jun. 23, 2024
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Businesses struggle to get forex
The authorities only had US$285 million in reserves to back the ZiG currency when it was introduced.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga and Belinda Chiroodza Jun. 23, 2024
Entrepreneurial growth for good governance
At this stage of configuration the business will be able to appoint professionals to manage the business for real gains.
By Dr Farai Chigora Jun. 23, 2024
Bond Market Association of Zimbabwe signs MoU with Botswana counterpart
He said the VFEX experienced notable progress last year, with the addition of six new counters to its listings and improved trading levels.
By Belinda Chiroodza Jun. 23, 2024
Construction firm hosts business symposium
Mudekwa said they have designed a fully enhancing programme for the event with tickets already selling at various points in Mutare.
By Staff Reporter Jun. 23, 2024
Global Africa: A united front for economic liberation, prosperity
Leaders and experts emphasised the need for Africa and the Caribbean to come together and speak with one voice to leverage their collective economic power.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jun. 16, 2024
Competition for internet, data providers tightens
In its first quarter report for the year, Potraz said they expected the increase in licence applicants to drive investment, competition, and innovation in Zimbabwe’s telecommunication industry.
By Belinda Chiroodza Jun. 16, 2024
Cimas expands service provision to tertiary care
“Medlabs attendances lagged by 16% from prior year due to the impact of co-payments and competition from new laboratories set during the financial year.”
By Staff Reporter Jun. 16, 2024
The evolving landscape of international valuation standards: A focus on 2025 general standards
This reorganization signifies a move towards a principles-based approach, emphasizing ethical conduct, professional competency, and scepticism.
By Bekithemba Mpofu Jun. 16, 2024
Entrepreneurial, organisational culture reflection
Organisational culture does not only define the way things are done in a business but guide on where to start, go and end.
By Dr Farai Chigora Jun. 16, 2024
Mutapa portfolio grows to 66 companies
There are 30 SOEs under  Mutapa, from 22 in February, which the fund wants to use to attract international investment to channel into the country’s critical capital projects.  
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Jun. 16, 2024
Nedbank MD urges investors to drive ESG
The conference was held under a partnership  between the Zimbabwe Independent, Zimbabwe Stock Exchange, and Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe.
By Melody Chikono and Blessed Ndlovu Jun. 9, 2024
Societal social inclusion in entrepreneurial profitability
Just to say there is a perfect nexus between social matters of societies around entrepreneurship and the business profitability.
By Farai Chigora Jun. 9, 2024
Will arresting ‘money changers’ increase confidence in ZiG?
Only by addressing these fundamental issues can Zimbabwe build a stable and prosperous economy, restoring confidence in the ZiG and reducing reliance on the black market.
By Mark Mtombeni Jun. 9, 2024
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Zimbabwe’s telcos brace for Starlink
Notably, Starlink had not yet received government licensing, resulting in legal repercussions for those who set it up without authorisation.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jun. 9, 2024
Liquid C2 becomes Google Cloud Interconnect’s first African provider
Al Theban said Google Interconnect had the potential to revolutionise how businesses operate, and that Liquid C2 was providing access to these opportunities.
By Business Reporter Jun. 9, 2024
A couple united to impact: Richy and Vimbai!
Determination, honesty, transparency and high-end business transparency are the benchmarks behind the company’s operations and the recipe for success, said Richard.
By Own Correspondent Jun. 9, 2024
Evolving REIT governance: Charting the optimal path for Zim’s development REITs
Moreover, the presence of a board of directors significantly elevates the calibre of strategic guidance available to the REIT.
By Bekithemba Mpofu Jun. 9, 2024
IMF to visit Zim next month as economy teeters
The report noted that the drought has also had a devastating impact on the country and is going to dominate financial reports for companies over the next quarter.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Jun. 9, 2024
Econet posts $1,1 trillion loss
Expenses and costs for the period under review totalled $7,83 trillion, an increase of 110% from the 2023 comparative period.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Jun. 2, 2024
Chinese investors condemn Zim tax regime
The association’s representative Gong Xuedong said Zimbabwe’s mining sector has faced issues ranging from fluctuating global prices to stringent regulatory frameworks. 
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jun. 2, 2024
Former farm owners agree to receive 1% of US$35m compensation
“Government allocated US$35 million for the Global Compensation Deed (GCD) in the 2024 national budget.
By Melody Chikono Jun. 2, 2024