Chiwenga challenges business to generate forex

VICE-PRESIDENT Constatino Chiwenga has challenged business to enter the export sector and earn vital foreign currency which is currently in short supply and affecting Zimbabwe’s capacity to process external payments due to empty nostro accounts.

Speaking at the official commissioning of a $3,5 million Splash Paint and plastics manufacturing plant, Chiwenga said it was time for Zimbabwe to enter the export arena with top quality products.

“I challenge all sectors of the economy to be active contributors to foreign currency generation as opposed to being mere recipients of foreign currency generated by others.

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