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Public procurement review critical for economic growth

In South Africa, for example, there are 80 different legal instruments and regulations, which govern state procurement that apply to the various branches of government, differently.

By Kevin Tutani Nov. 28, 2025

Public procurement review critical for economic growth

Political will needed to transform procurement landscape: Chiwenga

Meanwhile, APPN president Clever Ruswa has called on African nations to unite as a strategic force for economic emancipation.

By Nizbert Moyo Nov. 13, 2025

Political will needed to transform procurement landscape: Chiwenga

The murky fire sale begins

Zimbabwe is entering the realm of catfish, the fish that thrives in muddy waters, compared to the era of vultures that only circle over dying prey in broad daylight.

By Paidamoyo Muzulu Jun. 15, 2024

With open contracting, everyone sees everything

At such magnitude of spending, even the smallest improvement in procurement will inevitably result in vast gains for the taxpayer’s money.

By Charles Nyika Jun. 7, 2024

With open contracting, everyone sees everything

Buy Zimbabwe seeks 50% minimum local content requirement

Hwengwere said Zimbabwe needed to be much more aggressive in reaching Vision 2030.

By Belinda Chiroodza May. 28, 2024

Buy Zimbabwe seeks 50% minimum local content requirement

Public procurement for private sector organisations

As public funds are being utilised, the scrutiny for cost-effectiveness and value for money is heightened, with emphasis on transparency and competition.

By Kudzai Chambisha May. 24, 2024

Public procurement for private sector organisations

President’s public assets order raises eyebrows

President Mnangagwa last week gazetted General Notice 164B of 2024, exempting 21 public entities from compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act.

By Blessed Ndlovu and Tafadzwa Mhlanga Feb. 11, 2024

President’s public assets order raises eyebrows

The transparency question in the Mutapa Investment Fund

The Public Procurement Act administers the entire buying cycle, including strategy, market methods, tender review and award, contract administration, and asset disposal.

By Tracy Mutowekuziva Oct. 27, 2023