Explore sustainability in lending, IFC tells Zim banks
Sustainability financing instruments are financial tools designed to support investments that promote environmental, social and economic sustainability.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga
Oct. 8, 2024
Ipec drafts regulatory framework for agric insurance index implementation
Ipec first announced the project in May 2023, saying it was a partnership with the International Finance Corporation (IFC).
By Belinda Chiroodza
Jul. 16, 2024
Diversification drive pays off for Masholds
Masholds has a long-term strategy hinged on diversifying its portfolio.
By Melody Chikono
Feb. 22, 2024
IFC, WB programme transforms airports
We are looking at a cost of a new airport with all the required infrastructure, which should be about US$100 million.
By Freeman Makopa
Apr. 6, 2023
Unlock the impact potential of agricultural SMEs in Africa: Experts
The African Development Bank Group and the Government of Canada announced the establishment of a new special fund to support Africa’s small and medium-sized enterprises in the agriculture sector.
By African Development Bank
Feb. 12, 2023
SMEs drive developing countries’ economies
Formal SMEs contribute up to 40% of national income (GDP) in emerging economies. These numbers are significantly higher when informal SMEs are included.
By World Bank
Jan. 8, 2023
US dollar getting stronger: African countries have few policy options
A stronger dollar tightens trade financing conditions, constraining access to financing for firms.
By Jonathan Munemo
Nov. 26, 2022
Village Rhapsody: High cost of connectivity, a threat to ICT in Zim
In Zimbabwe, the majority of the population has no internet access, according to the World Economic Forum and where access is available, it is too expensive.
By The Southern Eye
Jan. 16, 2022
Village Rhapsody: High cost of connectivity, a threat to ICT in Zim
In Zimbabwe, the majority of the population has no internet access, according to the World Economic Forum and where access is available, it is too expensive.
By The Southern Eye
Jan. 16, 2022
