Golden promise against the ghost of past currency crises
This latest attempt to de-dollarise the economy faces a formidable challenge: overcoming a tumultuous history marked by hyperinflation and five previous failed currency regimes.
By Lovemore Nyawo
Oct. 10, 2025
Big gold players dodge RBZ over forex rules
In contrast, small-scale miners delivering to FGR are being paid 100% in foreign currency, a strategy meant to curb smuggling.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Oct. 5, 2025
Business speaking truth to power
Zimbabwe’s economy is nowhere near being on the rebound. Business is choking under the weight of currency uncertainty, a liquidity crunch and a generally hostile environment.
By The Standard
Aug. 31, 2025
RBZ’s tight policy thrust starving economy
ZIMBABWEANS are surrendering their beds and fridges in a desperate bid to survive.
By Newsday News
Aug. 15, 2025
Cash-strapped Zimbos pledge property for loans
“In terms of the value of movable collateral, banks accounted for ZiG32 billion, while law firms registering on behalf of clients recorded a total value of ZiG23,9 billion.”
By Tatira Zwinoira
Aug. 8, 2025
Banking sector profits drop in tough first half
Zimbabwe’s banking sector reported a sharp plunge in profits during the first half of 2025, with aggregate earnings falling to ZiG5,0 billion, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) said yesterday.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Aug. 8, 2025
Central bank signals liquidity relief despite cash crunch
Consequently, the RBZ is responding to the deepening liquidity crunch that has stalled lending and strained economic activity resultantly.
By Blessed Ndlovu
Aug. 8, 2025
RBZ unearths looting in real estate industry....as Zimra busts US$10m contraband in six months
The RBZ noted that major financial crimes behind IFFs included “tax evasion, corruption, fraud, drug trafficking, smuggling and illegal
By Mthandazo Nyoni and Julia Ndlela
Jul. 18, 2025
RBZ in drive to improve savings
There have been general concerns in Zimbabwe that consumers lack a savings culture.
By Belinda Chiroodza
Jul. 13, 2025
