SA court exposes full scale of Tongaat’s debt
The payments in question are administered by the South African Sugar Association (SASA), the sector’s statutory regulator.
By Tatira Zwinoira
17h ago
Mutapa Investment Fund’s first financials draw mixed feelings
Another financial analyst, who requested anonymity, urged stakeholders to adopt a longer-term view, describing MIF as “still in a formative stage”.
By Nhau Mangirazi and Tinashe Kairiza
19h ago
US$4,7m spent, 1 558 schools still unbuilt
Acting Auditor-General Rheah Kujinga said the gap between planning, spending and delivery was persistent.
By Staff Writer
19h ago
How Covid-19 funds were diverted at universities
The financial risks were compounded by the rapid erosion in the value of the local currency over the audit period.
By Gracious Daniel
19h ago
SA Hawks’ probe into R1,1bn Zec tender still active … as Zacc ‘clears’ Chivayo without telling Pretoria
Those funds were later red-flagged after being channelled to a web of companies allegedly linked to Chivayo, triggering money-laundering probes on both sides of the Limpopo.
By Julia Ndlela and Tinashe Kairiza
19h ago
15% digital services tax brews tension
A major concern is classification. Financial institutions say it is often unclear which international card transactions qualify as payments for taxable “services” under the law.
By Freeman Makopa
19h ago
Tungwarara bags lucrative govt contract… Prevail gets exclusive rights, sparking monopoly fears
GOVERNMENT has granted Prevail Group of Companies, owned by businessman Paul Tungwarara , exclusive rights to undertake river rehabilitation works in Mazowe, Mashonaland Central
By Freeman Makopa
20h ago
Rights activists slam government silence over Russia exploitation claims
Zimbabwe was represented at the conference by Foreign Affairs and International Trade minister Amon Murwira.
By Staff Reporter
Dec. 23, 2025
Zinara’s digital drive puts roads back on track
A key benefit is improved motor vehicle licence compliance as the e-tag will not allow passage of vehicles with expired license at the tollgates.
By Freeman Makopa
Dec. 19, 2025
Interview: Banks target 5% growth, bet on easing rates, strong asset quality
The banking sector is aligned with the 2026 national budget projection of 5% economic growth for 2026, moderating from the revised 6,6% growth estimated for 2025.
By Freeman Makopa
Dec. 19, 2025
Hell behind bars: Inside dungeons
Many women had no jerseys and endured the days shivering in thin prison clothes, receiving the red-and-white striped jerseys only when they appeared in court.
By Faith Zaba
Dec. 19, 2025
Interview: Zimbabwe inflation to hit single digits soon - RBZ
Inflation is expected to continue a downward trajectory, reaching single-digit levels in the first quarter of 2026.
By Freeman Makopa
Dec. 19, 2025
2025 quotable quotes
The Zimbabwe Independent presents the most notable remarks from 2025.
By Julia Ndlela
Dec. 19, 2025
Magistrate rejects bid to quash Muckraker case...sends ZimInd editor and publisher to trial
The magistrate also dismissed arguments that the charges were defective because they cited no complainant.
By Desmond Chingarande
Dec. 19, 2025
Econet’s proposed ZSE exit sparks liquidity fears
ZSE Holdings chief executive Justin Bgoni expressed the exchange’s disappointment in an interview with the Zimbabwe Independent.
By Belinda Chiroodza and Tatira Zwinoira
Dec. 19, 2025
RBZ halts govt’s heavy reliance on borrowings... marks 20 months after ending quasi-fiscal era
The RBZ itself was left burdened with monumental debts accumulated while acting as lender of last resort to the state.
By Freeman Makopa
Dec. 19, 2025
Zim top banker accuses High Court of judicial impropriety
Vingirai contends that Justice Mambara allegedly exceeded his judicial mandate by determining substantive issues in a matter where only preliminary points were before the court.
By Staff Reporter
Dec. 19, 2025
Zec scandal probe: Global lenders red-flag Chivayo, businessman decries irreparable damage, lost opportunities
The scandal surfaced after Zimbabwe’s Treasury paid Ren Form CC, which Zec handpicked without a public tender.
By Julia Ndlela
Dec. 19, 2025
Blessed Mhlanga, HStv trial postponed again
Mhlanga and Muteiwa are charged with transmitting messages likely to incite public violence.
By Trevor Mutsvairo
Dec. 12, 2025
Chigubhu lanterns: School children turn waste into renewable energy
Kadiramwando said the initiative was motivating learners to pursue engineering.
By Farai Shawn Matiashe
Dec. 12, 2025
Road Accident Fund: Lifeline in making or crisis in the offing?
Shumba said the industry has raised these fears before, but the scale of the proposed reform requires deeper and more frequent engagement.
By Melody Chikono
Dec. 12, 2025
Patronage, power: The fall of Chitando
Mnangagwa this week dismissed Chitando and replaced him with his deputy, Polite Kambamura, without offering a public explanation.
By Julia Ndlela
Dec. 12, 2025
Rights violations spike as civic space crumbles
According to the Zimbabwe Peace Project (ZPP), 892 human rights violation incidents were recorded between January and November 2025, impacting 44 853 people.
By Julia Ndlela
Dec. 12, 2025
Police pin hope on new tech to curb corruption
Gomo openly acknowledged the prevalence of corruption: “Of course, corruption, we cannot say it’s not there. But it will be an issue we are fighting against.”
By Melody Chikono
Dec. 12, 2025
ZimInd editor honoured with human rights award
The award was presented at a ceremony in Harare to mark International Human Rights Day.
By Julia Ndlela
Dec. 12, 2025
Home-grown mergers surge
The CTC’s latest annual report also notes a marginal dip in overall merger activity, with 22 deals reviewed in 2024 compared to 23 the previous year.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Dec. 12, 2025
Swedish funding withdrawal threatens critical civic programmes, experts warn
Sweden’s departure from direct bilateral cooperation is part of a wider retrenchment across Africa, affecting countries such as Mozambique and Tanzania.
By Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa
Dec. 12, 2025
Trade union accuses politicians, army chefs of exploitation
Shamuyarira singled out Chinese-owned Dinson Iron & Steel, accusing it of political protection while undermining workers’ rights.
By Freeman Makopa
Dec. 12, 2025
Tungwarara bags lucrative govt contract… Prevail gets exclusive rights, sparking monopoly fears
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SA Hawks’ probe into R1,1bn Zec tender still active … as Zacc ‘clears’ Chivayo without telling Pretoria
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Mutapa Investment Fund’s first financials draw mixed feelings
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