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
Beverage makers bemoan high interest rates
BEVERAGE makers say the central bank’s 35% bank policy rate is straining expansion plans as it increases the cost of borrowing
By Melody Chikono
Aug. 14, 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
Balancing stability, the digital transformation, tax expansion
At the heart of this policy is a commitment to fostering price and currency stability while ensuring a sustainable financial sector.
By Equity Axis
Feb. 14, 2025
Markets anxious as central bank inflicts more pain on companies
Many exporters rely heavily on retained foreign currency to import raw materials, pay foreign suppliers, and service external debts.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Feb. 14, 2025
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RBZ accuses bankers of charging excessive fees
Instead, the central bank found that these depositors are keeping such cash in safe deposit boxes held with financial institutions and security companies.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga
Feb. 13, 2025
HDC bemoans RBZ 5% decrease in export retention
HDC’s concerns come as they are targeting exports of US$1,32 billion for the year from increasing the area under horticulture from 36 600 hectares (ha) to 55 300ha.
By Business Reporter
Feb. 7, 2025
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‘Liberalise exchange rate’ calls grow ahead of 2025 MPS
The CZR urged the central bank to introduce policies that strengthen confidence in the ZiG as the currency’s volatility continues to wipe out business and consumer earnings.
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Feb. 6, 2025
Banks playing it safe!
LTD tells us how much banks are extending out to their clients as loans and advances versus what it is collecting as deposits.
By Rufaro Hozheri
Sep. 27, 2024
