Old Mutual targets unlisted firms

Already, 20% of Old Mutual’s ZiG6,87 billion loan book has been channelled into agriculture, supporting food security and rural incomes.
By Blessed Ndlovu Sep. 7, 2025

Old Mutual sets aside 20% of loan book to agric sector

 Driving this growth was an increase in the group’s foreign currency lending book to key sectors of the economy.
By Melody Chikono Aug. 28, 2025

Megafest Holdings launches targeted initiative to support female SMEs

Despite their growing presence in various sectors, women in business often remain excluded from mainstream economic opportunities, prompting the need for focused empowerment efforts
By Concilia Mupezeni Aug. 1, 2025

Byo youths tackle SME finance gaps with smart solution

The SME sector remains a critical pillar of Zimbabwe’s economy, accounting for over 50% of employment and playing a significant role in driving industrialisation and innovation.
By Margaret Lubinda Jul. 3, 2025

Leather design studio to boost footwear industry

The design studio is expected to foster creativity and technical advancement within an industry that is heavily influenced by fashion trends and seasonal demands.
By Bongile Moyo Jun. 25, 2025

Indian tech firm seeks to digitally empower Zimbabwean SMEs 

Zoho’s presence in Zimbabwe over the past five years has already seen growing partnerships with public institutions and local enterprises.
By Trust Makore Apr. 29, 2025
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It’s the policies stupid, SMEAZ tells govt

SMEAZ chief executive officer Farai Mutambanengwe said there was a need to address the root cause of the problems facing the formal sector.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Mar. 25, 2025

How African MSMEs are decolonising manufacturing

A large measure of MSME-driven value addition is in the hands of youth and women.
By Charles Dhewa Mar. 5, 2025

‘Budget allocation for SMEs too little’

MSMEs contribute over 60% of the GDP of our economy and according to a 2021 SMEs survey about 4,1 million individuals were operating 3,4 million enterprises.
By Gracious Daniel and Donald Nyandoro Dec. 9, 2024