African Union becomes permanent member of G-20

The African Union has advocated for full membership for seven years, spokesperson Ebba Kalondo said. Until now, South Africa was the bloc’s only G20 member.
By Ap News Sep. 9, 2023

Key economic priorities for new govt

Thus, the new government needs policy clarity on whether to save the local currency and maintain the multiple currency regime or adopt the US dollar.
By Victor Bhoroma Sep. 8, 2023

Govt opens up broadcasting sector to foreign investors

Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services deputy minister Kindness Paradza said budget constraints had become a hindrance to digitalisation.
By Blessed Ndlovu Aug. 21, 2023

Zimdollar depreciation scares Treasury chief

This means that a 1% depreciation could cause the fiscal deficit to widen by about US$20,68 million.
By Belinda Chiroodza and Blessed Ndlovu Aug. 18, 2023

Zim economy: Research firm predicts moderate growth

This is despite authorities projecting that the economy will grow by 5,3% in 2023, notably higher than projections of both the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank (WB).
By Melody Chikono Aug. 18, 2023

Uganda president defiant after World Bank suspends funding over LGBT law

Museveni said in a statement that Uganda was trying to reduce borrowing in any case and would not give in to pressure from foreign institutions.
By Reuters Aug. 10, 2023

Mark & Associates: Zim’s forex receipts: Facts or fiction

The RBZ expects foreign currency receipts to hit the US$12 billion mark in 2023, riding on improved mining and agricultural output.
By Mark & Associates Aug. 4, 2023

Zanu PF completes only 7% of 2018 promises: Study

The figure indicates that 93% of all the ruling party’s electoral promises made five years ago are yet to be fulfilled, with 187 promises still work in progress.
By Mirriam Mangwaya Aug. 3, 2023

Indian movie touches on 'looming' dam disasters

Roy told Standard Style that the film faced sanctions upon it's release in India and the ban for the movie gets renewed after every six months.
By Bridget Wadzanai Mavhimira Jul. 30, 2023