Zim faces shortages amid Middle East war
Most companies face fuel cost increases of more than 20%, while over half are experiencing supply chain challenges that can trigger nationwide goods shortages
By Tatira Zwinoira
10h ago
Household income lags despite macro calm
ZIMBABWEAN incomes from most typical livelihood sources continue to remain below average
By Tatira Zwinoira
Mar. 4, 2026
CZI takes a cautionary view of January’s single-digit inflation
CZI said single-digit inflation reflected improved macroeconomic management and strengthened price stability.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Feb. 6, 2026
Govt hints at Bulawayo re-industrialisation drive
Ncube said the strategy could later be expanded to other cities facing similar challenges, such as Gweru and Mutare.
By Margaret Lubinda
Dec. 17, 2025
Ncube must wake up, face reality
Zimbabwe, which already ranks as one of the most heavily-taxed countries in the region, introduced an assortment of taxes on both citizens and businesses.
By Harry Wilson
Dec. 12, 2025
Scrap IMTT now, CZI tells govt post-2026 National Budget
Instead, the minister reduced the IMTT rate on ZiG-denominated transactions to 1,5%, from 2%, and kept it at 2% for forex transfers.
By Business Reporter
Dec. 1, 2025
EditorialComment: Ncube’s budget is punitive
Ncube actually wants to give with one hand and take with the other as he raised value added tax (VAT) from 15% to 15.5% in the proposed 2026 budget.
By The Standard
Nov. 30, 2025
CZI cites weak demand, expects inflation easing to 15%
“The policy target is for an annual ZiG inflation of about 30%. The negative month-on-month inflation for the past two months has helped increase chances of this happening,” CZI said.
By Ruth Maseko
Nov. 5, 2025
‘Pillow beats bank in currency war’... as industries warn state to 'stop bleeding the informal sector, fix money first'
Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries (CZI) chief executive officer Sekai Kuvarika said policymakers need a fundamental rethink.
By Lynette Manzini
Sep. 19, 2025
Zanu PF 'coaching' members on constitution overhaul
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By Nqobani Ndlovu and Brent Shamu
Mar. 22, 2026
