Stanbic Bank expands remote branches for tobacco season

He said the facilities would also save time and transport costs for farmers operating in remote areas. 
By Business Reporter 13m ago

AfDB grants Zimbabwe US$4 million for debt clearance process

In a statement yesterday, the AfDB stated the intention of the grant. 
By Kirsty Sibanda 21h ago

RBZ reports 8% growth, rising reserves and stronger ZiG

The ZiG currency, introduced in 2024 as the latest attempt to establish a stable currency in over a decade, initially struggled for credibility.
By Sharon Zebra and Lesley Kufandada May. 19, 2026

AfDB backs Zimbabwe debt clearance plan with US$4m grant

This burden of arrears has severely constrained the country’s access to external financing and limited public investment.
By Sharon Zebra May. 19, 2026

Zimbabwe opens 2026 cotton marketing season

“The season runs from 18 May to 31 July, with 173 permanent and 398 mobile buying points established nationwide,” the authority said. 
By Tatenda Kunaka May. 18, 2026

Central bank independence is sacrosanct — and must not be negotiated by deadline

The concern is understandable. Credit is expensive, investment is constrained and firms are struggling to expand in an economy still finding its footing after years of volatility.
By Newsday May. 18, 2026

Afreximbank injects US$15m into Ecobank Zimbabwe to drive SME export growth

Zimbabwe’s SMEs account for more than 60% of gross domestic product and over 70% of national employment
By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 18, 2026

MPs give RBZ June 30 deadline to cut interest rates

Instead, the current 35% rate “reflects RBZ’s cautious stance, acknowledging the possibility of renewed inflationary pressures,” the report noted.
By Lesley Kufandada May. 15, 2026
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Zim imposes Africa’s heaviest oil price hikes... shocking rip-off exposed in AU, AfDB regional report

The increase placed Zimbabwe far ahead of second-placed Egypt, which imposed a 14,3% increase during the same period. Morocco followed at 13,9%, while Sierra Leone recorded a 12,3% surge.
By Freeman Makopa May. 15, 2026