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Analysing Zimra’s CPRM in tax administration, legal constraints

The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) introduced the Currency of Payment Revalorisation Mechanism (CPRM) in its multi-currency tax assessments for the 2019-22 period.

By Sydney Kawadza 22m ago

Analysing Zimra’s CPRM in tax administration, legal constraints

Trailblazers Bennett, Nkomo receive continental recognition

Award-winners were selected from 75 nominations across 17 countries, with a distinguished panel of 13 continental women judges tasked with selecting these outstanding leaders.

By Tinotenda Mombeshora 22m ago

Trailblazers Bennett, Nkomo receive continental recognition

Kathumba seeks to close health knowledge gaps

Kathumba said there was need to weave health literacy into existing institutions (schools, churches, workplaces), which takes time and strategic partnerships.

By Blessed Ndlovu 22m ago

Kathumba seeks to close health knowledge gaps

Afreximbank backs Africa’s digital trade future with new startup accelerator

More than 1 600 startups applied. Only eight made the cut.

By Mthandazo Nyoni 18h ago

Afreximbank backs Africa’s digital trade future with new startup accelerator

How Young Africa Skills Center is transforming lives in Chitungwiza

In Chitungwiza, a quiet but powerful transformation is unfolding one that balances economic empowerment with environmental stewardship.

By Munyaradzi Madzokere 21h ago

How Young Africa Skills Center is transforming lives in Chitungwiza

All set for star-studded iMiklomelo kaDakamela Festival

Event coordinator and organiser Desmond Ntini confirmed that preparations are progressing well and expressed confidence that the programme will run smoothly.

By Margaret Lubinda Mar. 26, 2026

All set for star-studded iMiklomelo kaDakamela Festival

Stronger action needed against drug networks

Border and airport security must be strengthened. Anti-corruption measures must be rigorously enforced.

By Newsday Mar. 26, 2026

Stronger action needed against drug networks

Opposition to 2030 Bill intensifies

Opposition MDC party leader Douglas Mwonzora notified the police of plans to stage a demonstration in Harare against the Bill as resistance to the proposed changes escalates.

By Miriam Mangwaya and Silas Nkala Mar. 26, 2026

Downstream ambitions, structural realities: Why Zimbabwe’s lithium policy must prioritise capacity over coercion

As Africa’s top lithium producer, Zimbabwe adopted a similar approach, abruptly banning lithium concentrate exports in February 2026 to force domestic processing into higher-value chemicals.

By Roxette Mikela pazvakavambwa Mar. 25, 2026