Old Mutual sets aside 20% of loan book to agric sector
Driving this growth was an increase in the group’s foreign currency lending book to key sectors of the economy.
By Melody Chikono
Aug. 28, 2025
Agroforestry: The green revolution that can empower farmers and save our planet
Agroforestry stands out as a natural climate solution.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni
Aug. 24, 2025
Megafest Holdings launches targeted initiative to support female SMEs
Despite their growing presence in various sectors, women in business often remain excluded from mainstream economic opportunities, prompting the need for focused empowerment efforts
By Concilia Mupezeni
Aug. 1, 2025
AMA reveals agro-input pricing disparities
In some cases, price variations exceed 40%, posing serious constraints for thousands of resource-limited farmers
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Jul. 31, 2025
ZSEH pushes for tax incentives to lure SMEs onto bourse
With market performance subdued on the ZSE due to currency-related risks and restrictions on liquidity, the bourse has now set its sights on SMEs.
By Melody Chikono and Ruth Maseko
Jul. 23, 2025
GMAZ southern region vice-chair Mthokozisi Sibanda
Sibanda called on the government to introduce policies to protect the grain milling industry from foreign dominance.
By Admin
Jul. 3, 2025
Byo youths tackle SME finance gaps with smart solution
The SME sector remains a critical pillar of Zimbabwe’s economy, accounting for over 50% of employment and playing a significant role in driving industrialisation and innovation.
By Margaret Lubinda
Jul. 3, 2025
Leather design studio to boost footwear industry
The design studio is expected to foster creativity and technical advancement within an industry that is heavily influenced by fashion trends and seasonal demands.
By Bongile Moyo
Jun. 25, 2025
Be wary of intellectual property laws in agricultural production
The whole idea of intellectual property laws, which promote the systematic commodification of seeds, may also need to be brought into re-consideration.
By Kevin Tutani
Jun. 13, 2025
