Taxes threaten private sector margins
IN economic theory, governments often “internalise externalities” by imposing corrective taxes designed to align private costs with broader social costs.
By Sylvester Mupanduki
Oct. 3, 2025
Brand Africa Zimbabwe Best Brands Awards to debut at Ideas Festival 2025
ZIMBABWE’S premier thought leadership platform, the In Conversation Ideas Festival, will this year introduce the inaugural Brand Africa Zimbabwe Best Brands Awards
By Melody Chikono
Oct. 3, 2025
Simbisa absorbs US$1m fast food tax to shield consumers
FAST-FOOD giant, Simbisa Brands Limited (Simbisa) paid close to US$1 million in fast-food tax during the first half of 2025, a levy it chose not to pass on to consumers despite pressure on margins.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Oct. 3, 2025
High Court dismisses Zimura damages claim against Simbisa brands
The High Court has absolved the leading pan-African food company, Simbisa Brands, from paying damages in a high-profile copyright case brought by the Zimbabwe Music Rights Association
By Staff Reporter
Sep. 29, 2025
Court clears Simbisa in copyright damages claims case
The High Court has absolved the leading pan-African food company, Simbisa Brands, from paying damages in a high-profile copyright case brought by the Zimbabwe Music Rights Association
By Staff Reporter
Sep. 29, 2025
Business Opinion: Brand activation and entrepreneurship
Key elements of brand activation include experiential marketing, product demonstrations, promotional events, sponsorships, and various interactive initiatives.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo
Aug. 24, 2025
Gold rush masks deeper problems in mining sector
Gold output has surged this year, buoyed by record global prices that hit $3,500 an ounce in April.
By Amh Voices
Aug. 24, 2025
The art of being a brand ambassador
In the motoring industry, where innovation and style often steal the spotlight, it’s easy to overlook the quiet power of human connection.
By Andrew Muzamhindo
Aug. 8, 2025
Afdis to prioritise profitability, margins
Beverage maker, African Distillers Limited (Afdis) will prioritise profitability and margins through brand mix optimisation, market efficiency, and cost control
By Tatira Zwinoira
Jul. 25, 2025
