Editorial Comment: Stop dilly-dallying on ease of doing business

We say so because the government has been making promises on the same issue for almost a year now.
By The Standard Aug. 3, 2025

It can’t be business as usual

The census, which covered 204 798 operations, showed that 76,1% of assessed establishments were informal and driven by trading. The remainder (23,9%) were formal.
By Newsday Jul. 28, 2025
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Zimra, Delta in fresh spat over taxes

Delta also disclosed it had paid US$11,6 million by June 30, under the “pay now, argue later” principle and existing payment plans.
By Ashton Ndakusiya Jul. 27, 2025

Editorial Comment: Rethink economic policies

Only 8,24% of the surveyed companies were manufacturers and of the 17 877 establishments that were in manufacturing, just 19% were formal.
By The Standard Jul. 27, 2025

It’s the usual suspects eating again, of course

Quoting a Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) report, our front page last week laid bare what many already suspected: the plunder is no longer confined to minerals.
By Shame Makoshori Jul. 25, 2025

Understanding customs fraud

Zimra works with the assistance and cooperation of various government agencies and ministries, such as the Zimbabwe Republic Police
By Kevin Tutani Jul. 18, 2025

When compliance falters: Inside Zimra’s tough calls

Chinamasa opens up about the agency’s most controversial decisions, the pressure points of enforcement, and why digital disruption may
By Freeman Makopa Jul. 18, 2025

RBZ unearths looting in real estate industry....as Zimra busts US$10m contraband in six months

The RBZ noted that major financial crimes behind IFFs included “tax evasion, corruption, fraud, drug trafficking, smuggling and illegal
By Mthandazo Nyoni and Julia Ndlela Jul. 18, 2025

Chivayo taxes shocker... as state capture-accused dealer says he leads from the front

The most explosive deal involving his companies centred on Zimbabwe’s 2023 election tender.
By Freeman Makopa Jul. 11, 2025