Mindset alone won’t save the ZiG
The ZiG has given Zimbabwe a second chance at monetary redemption — but second chances must be earned, not assumed.
By Lawrence Makamanzi
10h ago
Zim owes Zimplats US$78m in unpaid export earnings
Under the country's export retention policy, exporters must surrender 30% of their foreign currency earnings to authorities in exchange for ZiG, at the prevailing interbank rate.
By Tatira Zwinoira
13h ago
Bank fees: Progress made, much bigger issues remain
In a southern African context, the country’s stance is striking.
By The Zimbabwe Independent
15h ago
Africa’s most aggressive policy rate, and what it means for Zim markets
Across Zimbabwe’s formal productive sector, the 35% policy rate has cascaded into extremely high lending costs.
By Blessing Kanyemba
15h ago
RBZ says liquidity, policy consistency key to credibility
As a consequence of the limited liquidity, firms are struggling to secure borrowings from local financial institutions to address their capital needs.
By Blessed Ndlovu and Concilia Mupezeni
17h ago
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RBZ urges dealers to sell fuel in ZiG
RESERVE Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) governor John Mushayavanhu has urged fuel dealers to index fuel prices in the local currency citing the introduction of new ZiG denominations
By Margaret Lubinda
Mar. 5, 2026
Zim pension funds bemoan RBZ keeping a 35% bank policy rate
Despite calls to reduce the bank policy rate owing to it making borrowing expensive, the RBZ maintained this at 35% last week in the 2026 Monetary Policy Statement.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Mar. 5, 2026
ZiG stability signals traction, but sustainability hinges on discipline, productivity, reserve accumulation
This points to a genuine slowdown in price momentum rather than statistical optics, reflecting tighter liquidity conditions and improved monetary control.
By Elisha Mavodyo
Feb. 13, 2026
Monocurrency plan no longer contingent on dates
RBZ governor John Mushayavanhu emphasised that the central bank will only move to monocurrency once specific “conditions precedent” are met, including maintaining three to six months of import cover.
By Belinda Chiroodza
Feb. 9, 2026
