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Local firms targeted in new intra-African trade push

Despite AfCFTA’s significant potential to drive economic development, a limited understanding of its technical provisions and practical applications continues to slow full adoption by businesses.

By Business Reporter 10h ago

Local firms targeted in new intra-African trade push

Stanbic launches ‘Blue Roots’ tree drive on Earth Day

“Marking Earth Day by planting trees at our future head office demonstrates that sustainability is embedded in how we build, how we grow and how we do business.”

By Online Reporter 12h ago

Stanbic launches ‘Blue Roots’ tree drive on Earth Day

The Kunlun paradigm: A blueprint for the sovereignisation of African commerce

Kunlun sits at the heart of this architecture, handling an estimated US$200 billion annually in discounted Iranian oil trade.

By Saxon Zvina Apr. 22, 2026

The Kunlun paradigm: A blueprint for the sovereignisation of African commerce

Nedbank Zimbabwe appoints Betty Murambadoro as MD

The board of Nedbank Zimbabwe Limited has appointed veteran banker Betty Murambadoro as managing director, Chairperson Innocent Dutiro said in a statement.

By Valentine Maya Apr. 22, 2026

Nedbank Zimbabwe appoints Betty Murambadoro as MD

RBZ flags long-term plan to phase out U.S. dollar in domestic transactions

Matshe said the transition to a mono-currency system would be gradual. “Not soon, but one day,” he said, adding that the ZiG had gained about 2.5% in the past three months.

By Sharon Sibindi Apr. 22, 2026

RBZ flags long-term plan to phase out U.S. dollar in domestic transactions

OpenCred launched as AFC Bank rolls out fast, inclusive loan solutions

The launch marks AFC Commercial Bank’s latest push to leverage technology to broaden financial inclusion, with a focus on speed, simplicity, and accessibility.

By Sharon Sibindi Apr. 21, 2026

OpenCred launched as AFC Bank rolls out fast, inclusive loan solutions

CBZ clarifies phased settlement plan for US$74,8m legacy debt

However, in a statement, CBZ said the settlement will now be processed through phased receipts from the RBZ and Treasury.

By Business Reporter Apr. 21, 2026

CBZ clarifies phased settlement plan for US$74,8m legacy debt

CABS targets informal women entrepreneurs with new banking initiative

CABS has launched a women-focused banking platform aimed at bringing thousands of underserved female entrepreneurs into the formal financial system.

By Boitumelo Makhurane Apr. 20, 2026

CABS targets informal women entrepreneurs with new banking initiative

Zimbabwe gold output rises 8% to 9 tonnes in Q1

The segment accounted for nearly 70% of total deliveries, contributing 6.51 tonnes between January and March, while large-scale producers delivered 2.8 tonnes.

By Tatenda Kunaka Apr. 17, 2026