Govt cuts hemp licence fees to spur investment
The fee reductions, approved by Cabinet, are intended to lower the cost of entering the sector and encourage more farmers and investors to participate in the emerging industry.
By Chen Williams
Aug. 4, 2026
Building in 2026: How to build a house now that permits are gone
National environmental law still stands. If your project needs an EIA, you must still get it from the Environmental Management Agency (EMA). Only the duplicate council layer was dropped.
By Malcolm Madzuramhende
Aug. 4, 2026
Deferred debt is trust destroyed
The sector said the absence of penalties for delayed settlement effectively allowed the government to postpone repayment at no cost.
By Newsday
Aug. 3, 2026
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Ncube’s budget squeezes under-pressure firms
Companies are saddled with growing tax burdens and liquidity shortages as authorities continue to control the money supply to artificially prop up the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency.
By Tatira Zwinoira and Blessed Ndlovu
Aug. 2, 2026
Mthuli keeps 2026 budget intact citing economic stability, no supplementary funding required
“The approved budget remains adequate to cover planned programmes and projects through to the year’s close, without the need for a Supplementary Budget,” Ncube said.
By Kelly Mabaire
Jul. 30, 2026
J5 hails Cowdray Park tower lights project
Speaking at the launch, Ncube said the rehabilitation of the tower lights was about more than restoring infrastructure.
By Staff Reporter
Jul. 28, 2026
Zim ranks among Africa’s best performers in budget transparency
Finance minister Mthuli Ncube said the achievement reflected the government’s ongoing efforts to promote openness, accountability and inclusive participation in the management of public resources.
By Staff Reporter
Jul. 27, 2026
Zimbabwe launches SME exchange to widen access to capital
Despite their economic importance, many SMEs struggle to access formal finance because bank lending is largely collateral-based.
By Business Reporter
Jul. 27, 2026
Zimbabwe expands development finance options with BRICS New Development Bank membership
Ncube described the admission as a significant step in Zimbabwe’s international re-engagement and efforts to diversify its sources of development finance.
By Boitumelo Makhurane
Jul. 24, 2026
