Editorial Comment: Beam crisis: Govt must get priorities right
Beam is a programme that was introduced by the government in 2001 to provide school fees, examination fees, levies and building assistance.
By The Standard
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Pressures mount for firms as govt maintains tight fist
Zimbabwe’s companies braced for fresh turbulence last week after Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube (pictured) doubled down on a tight fiscal regime already blamed for undermining industry.
By Shame Makoshori
Aug. 8, 2025
Govt under scrutiny over TBs
TBs are short-term government debt instruments issued to raise funds for public spending, typically with maturities of 91, 182, or 365 days.
By Blessed Ndlovu
Jul. 1, 2025
Zim’s deteriorating economic situation
The IMF must use its leverage to put forward specific, enforceable recommendations that will decisively address these governance failures.
By Chenayi Mutambasere
Jun. 20, 2025
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Inside Time Bank’s proposed US$38bn loan to govt
Time Bank noted that the syndicate of banks will share equitably the total loan business of US$38 billion.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Jun. 10, 2025
Treasury banks on booze, fast foods for revenue
“Growth is projected to rebound to 6% in 2025, driven by agriculture recovery, manufacturing, and investments in mining.”
By Tatira Zwinoira
May. 28, 2025
Ncube to speak at energy forum amid power cuts
In a statement, Energy Capital & Power, a South African leading investment platform for the energy sector on the continent, said Zimbabwe was seeking to attract investment at the event.
By Lee Musaidzi
May. 7, 2025
Govt report: IMF windfall attracts US$10m interest
Official documents revealed that the country also paid US$14 million to the China-Exim Bank as part of the external debt service payments.
By Freeman Makopa
Dec. 13, 2024
Zim juggles US$1bn TBs to avert crisis
State-owned enterprises, often beneficiaries of state-guaranteed loans, have faced challenges in repaying debts, adding strain to Treasury’s obligations.
By Shame Makoshori
Dec. 6, 2024
