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Zimbabwe
Starafrica Corporation Faces Uphill Battle Amid Challenging Business Environment

Starafrica Corporation, a prominent participant in the sugar industry, has recently disclosed its performance, which mirrors the multitude of hurdles it encountered during the period ended September 3

Feb 06, 2024
World
Zimbabwe Ranked Worst Investment Country in Africa

South Africa's Rand Merchant Bank conducted research on 31 African countries, producing a ranking chart for the best and worst places for investment among these nations. President Mnangagwa, upon ass

Sep 16, 2024
Zimbabwe
Zim's Licensing Burden: Over 25 Licenses, Permits Required to Operate One Supermarket

Operating a single supermarket in Zimbabwe requires over 25 licenses and permits, making it challenging for businesses to operate. This is despite the mantra, Zimbabwe is open for business. These li

Sep 24, 2024
Zimbabwe
Retailers Urge Government to Abandon Pegged Exchange Rate: Will Government Heed?

The Retailers Association of Zimbabwe (RAZ) has urged the government to abandon the pegged exchange rate system in favor of a market-determined exchange rate, believing this shift could revitalize the

Sep 24, 2024
Zimbabwe
ZIDA's Billion-Dollar Mirage: Where Are the Real Investments

The Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency (ZIDA) has issued 168 new licenses in the third quarter of 2024, with a projected value of US$1.171 billion. This is undoubtedly a promising sign for Zi

Oct 23, 2024

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Zimbabwe Maintains August Fuel Prices  as Global Costs Set to Decline

Zimbabwe has maintained its petrol and diesel prices for August, holding steady at US$1.56 per litre and US$1.55 per litre, respectively, according to the latest monthly fuel update from the Zimbabwe

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OK Zimbabwe Raises US$20m, Boosts US$30m Turnaround Plan

OK Zimbabwe Limited, the country’s largest supermarket chain by store count, has successfully raised US$20 million through a fully subscribed renounceable rights offer, according to the latest circula

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Nampak Zimbabwe Benefits from Record-Breaking Tobacco Season

NamPak Zimbabwe Limited, a leading packaging firm listed on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE) is banking on Zimbabwe’s record-breaking 2025 tobacco marketing season to steady operations in a challengi

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Gold's Performance in July: Balancing Gains and Challenges

Gold prices rose 0.3% in July 2025, closing at US$3,299 per ounce, driven by tariff-led inflation expectations and geopolitical risks, per the Gold Return Attribution Model (GRAM). A stronger US doll

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Nampak’s Q3 Struggles, Financial Analysis: Can Festive Demand Spark FY25 Recovery?

ampak Zimbabwe Limited, the country’s largest packaging firm, reported a challenging third quarter ending 30 June 2025, driven by heightened competition amid growth in informalization and persistent p

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RBZ’s 2025 Mid-Term Monetary Policy Reveal: Analysis of Key Policies

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has released its 2025 Mid-Term Monetary Policy Statement, themed "Walking the Talk and Staying the Course to Durably Anchor and Consolidate Stability," highlighting

Aug 13, 2025

ZiG Weekly Review: Supplier Payment Delays, Budget Underutilisation Threaten ZiG’s Long-Term Stability

The Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) closed the week ended 8 August 2025 at an exchange rate of 26.7605 against the USD, reflecting a marginal appreciation from 26.7369 the previous day and aligning with the rate

Aug 08, 2025

ZIDA Unveils E-Regulations Portal to Streamline Investment, Boost Transparency

The Zimbabwe Investment and Development Agency (ZIDA) has officially launched the E-Regulations Portal , a digital platform that seeks to provide clear, structured, and publicly accessible information

Aug 08, 2025