Zim’s pension funds struggle to disburse benefits

Pensioners themselves share responsibility if they do not keep their contact details current or neglect to follow claim procedures despite available information.
By Tatira Zwinoira Jul. 21, 2024
Zim's ‘drowning’ farmers plead with Mthuli Ncube
Zim's ‘drowning’ farmers plead with Mthuli Ncube
Makombe also pleaded for a reduction in taxes levied on farmers.
By Belinda Chiroodza Jul. 21, 2024
Auditor general smells scams in Walvis Bay deal
NHS has been controlling the business, a subsidiary, since 2019.
By Shame Makoshori and Julia Ndlela Jul. 21, 2024
Perceptions, experience driven entrepreneurship
This does not only bring a positive perception and experience but goes beyond into the financial state of the business.
By Farai Chigora Jul. 21, 2024
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Zimra’s unaccounted deposits cause tax woes
Acting auditor general Rhea Kujinga said the unaccounted funds have led to unintended consequences for clients.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jul. 14, 2024
AfDB flags weak oversight on Zim’s arrears clearance programme
The AfDB provided financial support for the programme by approving a loan of US$3,97 million to the Treasury, of which US$2,13 million (53,74%) has been disbursed to date.
By Tatira Zwinoira Jul. 14, 2024
Insurance and pensions: The backbone of financial security
Insurance and Pensions Commission (Ipec) commissioner Grace Muradzikwa said the sector is a cornerstone of financial security for individuals and businesses alike.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jul. 14, 2024
Govt bolsters oversight of devolution funds
The newly launched Zimbabwe intergovernmental fiscal transfers manual (IGFT)  grants the Local government ministry authority to withhold or halt devolution fund allocations
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Jul. 14, 2024
Pension funds, insurers lack funds to adopt IFRS 17
Ipec gave funeral assurers up to September to adopt IFRS 17 or possibly face penalties.
By Belinda Chiroodza and Tafadzwa Mhlanga Jul. 7, 2024
Govt owes SeedCo staggering US$13m
This significant debt has raised concerns about the government's payment backlog and its impact on the private sector, particularly in the critical agricultural industry.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Jul. 7, 2024
Entrepreneur promotes spiritual, business excellence
The passionate, women-emancipation champion said prayer was the cornerstone of all their efforts as a group.
By Takemore Mazuruse Jul. 7, 2024
Zim’s heritage: A treasure trove of sustainable income opportunities
This is where wild fruits like baobab come in, the report notes.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jul. 7, 2024
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Bleak outlook for Zim’s consumers
The International Labour Organisation defines working poverty as the percentage of the working population living on less than US$2,15 a day, using purchasing power parity.
By Tatira Zwinoira Jul. 7, 2024
Entrepreneur as a hunter in strategy
So, let us ride on these technologies for our modernised entrepreneurial hunters.
By Farai Chigora Jul. 7, 2024
IMF Zimbabwe’s corruption scourge
The IMF staff team led by Wojciech Maliszewski conducted a second mission to Harare during June 18 to 27, to conclude the 2024 Article IV Consultation.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jun. 30, 2024
Metallon partners American firm, to list on the Nasdaq
Listing on the Nasdaq would allow Namib access to several capital raising initiatives on the bourse as the platform had a total valuation of US$23,41 trillion as of February.
By Tatira Zwinoira Jun. 30, 2024
ZNCC urges tax adjustments in 2024 budget review
ZNCC said it also expected Ncube to pay attention to Zimbabwe’s debt crisis.
By Tatira Zwinoira and Nizbert Moyo and Blessed Ndlovu Jun. 30, 2024
Zim’s solar sector poised for growth
The company recently launched its innovative rent-to-buy programme, making clean and sustainable energy more accessible than ever for households and businesses. 
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jun. 30, 2024
Major boost for small and medium enterprises
According to the World Bank, SMEs play a major role in most economies, particularly in developing countries.
By Staff Reporter Jun. 30, 2024
Zimbabwe’s banks not ready for cryptocurrency
He said the central bank had shown some interest in the technology, having introduced a gold-backed digital token.
By Belinda Chiroodza Jun. 23, 2024
Women change makers hailed
The recently named Africa Women Summit Zimbabwe president said all hope was not lost as long as women join hands for common good.
By Takemore Mazuruse Jun. 23, 2024
Industrial success lies in the cultivation of human capital
Companies often prioritise short-term gains over future prosperity, making it difficult for leaders to adopt a posterity-minded approach.
By Bhekilizwe Bernard Ndlovu Jun. 23, 2024
Construction firm hosts business symposium
Mudekwa said they have designed a fully enhancing programme for the event with tickets already selling at various points in Mutare.
By Staff Reporter Jun. 23, 2024
Bond Market Association of Zimbabwe signs MoU with Botswana counterpart
He said the VFEX experienced notable progress last year, with the addition of six new counters to its listings and improved trading levels.
By Belinda Chiroodza Jun. 23, 2024
Entrepreneurial growth for good governance
At this stage of configuration the business will be able to appoint professionals to manage the business for real gains.
By Dr Farai Chigora Jun. 23, 2024
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Businesses struggle to get forex
The authorities only had US$285 million in reserves to back the ZiG currency when it was introduced.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga and Belinda Chiroodza Jun. 23, 2024
Mashonaland East’s sweet beekeeping business for girls
AWARFA-N was launched in Zimbabwe in 2021, which at the time was the third country where the network launched in Africa after Ghana and Zambia.
By Ropafadzo Makosi Jun. 23, 2024
Global Africa: A united front for economic liberation, prosperity
Leaders and experts emphasised the need for Africa and the Caribbean to come together and speak with one voice to leverage their collective economic power.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jun. 16, 2024