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ZiG charges must start with govt services

If citizens can pay for passports, licences and other services in ZiG without friction, confidence will begin to build.

By Newsday 9h ago

ZiG charges must start with govt services

ZiG rollout: Dynamics behind crucial moves

ZIMBABWE’S central bank is stepping up its push to restore the primacy of the local currency, rolling out upgraded Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) banknotes

By Tinashe Kairiza Apr. 24, 2026

ZiG rollout: Dynamics behind crucial moves

Pump revolt: ZiG currency turned away

“We have been told to stick to US dollars for now because that is how the company is sourcing fuel.”

By Brent Shamu Apr. 24, 2026

Chiwenga turns to mining companies to revive NRZ

THE government is seeking to establish a partnership that includes mining companies and other bulk commodity movers to revive National Railways of Zimbabwe.

By Nizbert Moyo Apr. 23, 2026

Chiwenga turns to mining companies to revive NRZ

Mono-currency timeline talk premature, scary

The government’s renewed push toward phasing out the United States dollar in favour of the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG)

By Editor Apr. 17, 2026

Mono-currency timeline talk premature, scary

Zim@46: Govt hypes economic revival as citizens endure crisis

Maphisa sits at the heart of a region still scarred by unresolved legacy of the Gukurahundi massacres, where an estimated 20 000 civilians were killed, with survivors still to find closure.

By Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa and Joy Mabenge Apr. 17, 2026

Zim@46: Govt hypes economic revival as citizens endure crisis

Fix the ZiG or bury it

Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) has a genuine chance at survival, supported by easing inflation, a firmer exchange rate, and improved fiscal discipline.

By Zvikomborero Sibanda Apr. 17, 2026

Zimbabwe’s new public service model risks institutionalising mediocrity

Under the emerging framework, a beginning teacher and a highly qualified teacher may remain in the same grade unless one leaves the role entirely.

By Jackson Nyamupfukudza Apr. 16, 2026

Zimbabwe’s new public service model risks institutionalising mediocrity

Scepticism on new ZiG rollout not without reason

According to the RBZ, the new denominations include ZiG50, ZiG100 and ZiG200, while the ZiG10 and ZiG20 have been upgraded with enhanced security features.

By Eddie Zvinonzwa Apr. 10, 2026