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
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
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
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
Matobo council gets fraction of devolution funds
Despite the shortfall, council has managed to procure a motorised backhoe loader using the funds.
By Nizbert Moyo
Apr. 9, 2026
ZiG 2.0 faces its biggest test
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) yesterday rolled out upgraded Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) notes on the second anniversary of the gold-backed currency
By Newsday
Apr. 8, 2026
New ZiG notes start circulating, exchange rate spikes
Announcing the rollout, RBZ governor John Mushayavanhu said the issuance of the new banknotes followed a nationwide awareness campaign conducted from March 1 to 31.
By Valentine Maya
Apr. 7, 2026
Harare Council’s ZiG10b debt shocker
The industrial and commercial sectors owe an additional ZiG4 billion, or 40% of the total, while government entities account for the remaining two percent, estimated at ZiG200 million.
By Kenneth Nyangani
Apr. 5, 2026
