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Padenga's golden transformation powers record results

Importantly, the company’s return metrics have skyrocketed: Return on equity increased to 33% (from 9,32%).

By The Zimbabwe Independent Apr. 17, 2025

Padenga's golden transformation powers record results

Bard Santner gears up for Seeff Zimbabwe Diaspora Property Showcase in Texas

By Own Correspondent Apr. 17, 2025

Mutapa makes US$56m move for CSC revival

By Tinashe Kairiza Apr. 17, 2025

Insurance regulator in firing line over billions...medical insurers condemn Ipec in pushback over new Bill

It blasted Ipec for “watching” as pension funds and insurance firms slipped into perpetual turmoil.

By Shame Makoshori and Freeman Makopa Apr. 17, 2025

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Investors shun Zim’s US$ indexed stock exchange

ZSE chief executive officer Justin Bgoni said the Victoria Falls International Financial Centre (VFIFC) could help address the limitations of the current capital markets.

By Mthandazo Nyoni Apr. 17, 2025

Investors shun Zim’s US$ indexed stock exchange

Contractors amenable to land deals with govt to settle debts

In 2023, the Independent reported that government projects were under threat as contractors were contemplating pulling out due to unpaid dues.

By Freeman Makopa Apr. 17, 2025

Contractors amenable to land deals with govt to settle debts

Economists differ in opinion as fragile economy disentangles

The government faces an enormous challenge in reviving the economy and preventing total collapse.

By Freeman Makopa Apr. 17, 2025

Economists differ in opinion as fragile economy disentangles

Zim targets informal workers in new safety scheme

The government provided grain to households in need, allocating 10kg per person per month.

By Freeman Makopa Apr. 17, 2025

Zim targets informal workers in new safety scheme

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Medical insurers scour Africa as regulatory move sends tremors

South Africa regulates medical schemes through the Council for Medical Schemes (CMS), a specialised statutory body reporting to the Department of Health.

By Shame Makoshori Apr. 17, 2025

Medical insurers scour Africa as regulatory move sends tremors

Belarus eyes tractor and bus assembly deal in boost to Zim ties

Mr Karankevich described the meeting as a major step forward in strengthening bilateral relations and expanding practical cooperation

By Staff Reporter Apr. 17, 2025

Belarus eyes tractor and bus assembly deal in boost to Zim ties

Stockbroking firms in eye of storm as Zim taps harder on the tax front

Commissions account for 80% of revenue (volume-dependent), advisory (sponsoring broker) fees are growing with institutional demand.

By Mthandazo Nyoni Apr. 17, 2025

Stockbroking firms in eye of storm as Zim taps harder on the tax front

Zim diaspora could provide a path towards national renewal

It was a substantial portion of their gross domestic product (GDP).

By Hilary Wilson Apr. 11, 2025

Zim diaspora could provide a path towards national renewal

Govt reviews cost of doing business for IPPs

The oversubscribed conference was organised by The Standard in collaboration with the Energy and Power Development ministry.

By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Apr. 11, 2025

Govt reviews cost of doing business for IPPs

Collaborate to beneficiate lithium: Mines ministry

Mukodzani urged companies to submit their beneficiation plans as part of their licensing process.

By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Apr. 11, 2025

Collaborate to beneficiate lithium: Mines ministry

Tender system overhaul meant to disarm corrupt looters: Praz CEO...more firewalls lined up to flash out shady deals

We continue to encourage more businesses to register, fostering a competitive environment that benefits all stakeholders

By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Apr. 11, 2025

Tender system overhaul meant to disarm corrupt looters: Praz CEO...more firewalls lined up to flash out shady deals

Fastjet launches the Harare-Lusaka route

Tayali said there is a need for collaborative effort between the two countries to grow their economies.

By Julia Ndlela Apr. 11, 2025

Fastjet launches the Harare-Lusaka route

NetOne partners US tech giant

This strategic alliance seeks to bridge the digital divide and empower millions with access to reliable mobile broadband services.

By Freeman Makopa Apr. 11, 2025

CSC curator devises recovery plan after botched agreement

CSC had held lucrative EU export quotas in the 1990s before collapsing due to gross mismanagement.

By Tinashe Kairiza Apr. 11, 2025

CSC curator devises recovery plan after botched agreement

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Hunt for US$5m Harare Quarry looters underway

The mayor added that some executives were earning far more than “presidents”.

By Freeman Makopa Apr. 11, 2025

Hunt for US$5m Harare Quarry looters underway

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Complaints commission probes police brutality

This week, Chinamora said the constitutional body had so far received 15 complaints, most of which relate to grievances against police officers.

By Tinashe Kairiza Apr. 11, 2025

Complaints commission probes police brutality

Zim’s US$5bn energy funding gap faces reality check

The Zimbabwe Joint SDG Renewable Energy project coordinator, Marvin Matongo said the fund is set to impact on Sustainable Development Goals.

By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Apr. 11, 2025

Zim’s US$5bn energy funding gap faces reality check

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Liquidity crunch hits stockbroking firms

He spoke after SecZim’s 2024 fourth quarter update said dealerships were struggling to break even.

By Mthandazo Nyoni Apr. 11, 2025

Liquidity crunch hits stockbroking firms

Ziscosteel boss scoops prestigious award

Manuhwa’s citation highlighted his sterling achievements in the field of engineering globally.

By Staff Reporter Apr. 8, 2025

Ziscosteel boss scoops prestigious award

Curse of ‘donating’ doctors to rich countries as Zim hospitals crumble

Some estimates say the country must double its staff complement by 2028 if it is to fully cover the demands of a growing population.

By Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa Apr. 4, 2025

Curse of ‘donating’ doctors to rich countries as Zim hospitals crumble

Zimpost targets eco-friendly drone delivery — Chitendeni

Servant leadership is about transforming human lives, not just growing your business.

By Lee Musaidzi Apr. 4, 2025

Zimpost targets eco-friendly drone delivery — Chitendeni

Social media power on display as battered Zim erupts into violence

In another corner of deserted streets, a handful protesters were captured on WhatsApp barricading roads, daring the police, and chanting protest songs.

By Tinashe Kairiza Apr. 4, 2025

Social media power on display as battered Zim erupts into violence

CBZ shareholders in for US$10m dividend

Zimbabwe’s biggest banking group declared a dividend of US$8 million in 2023.

By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Apr. 4, 2025

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'Same oppressive mindset throwing us into big mess'

There are no issues in Zanu PF problematic enough to undermine its ability to close ranks when confronted with an external common enemy.

By Julia Ndlela Apr. 4, 2025

'Same oppressive mindset throwing us into big mess'

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State diamond miner mulls retrenchments

Impeccable sources with knowledge of the plan said ZCDC's state of finances had resulted in delayed salaries.

By Tinashe Kairiza Apr. 4, 2025

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Industries hint at downturn as deadly crunch sinks Zim

They referred the Zimbabwe Independent to a sequence of events that have hurt an economy still struggling to shake off fault lines stemming from a brutal drought.

By Freeman Makopa Apr. 4, 2025