Is Zim economy on the move? Let us find out
Zimbabwe continues to face mounting fiscal pressures amid a collapsed fiscal space, leading it to implement tax hikes and increase borrowing to raise revenues.
By Zvikomborero Sibanda
Nov. 28, 2025
Revisiting guardrails against unsustainable debt arrears
These arrears make Zimbabwe a higher default risk compared to countries that remain up-to-date with their debt repayments.
By Kevin Tutani
Nov. 14, 2025
Zimbabwe’s 2025 rebound stronger than expected - IMF
The IMF team, led by Wojciech Maliszewski, visited Zimbabwe from October 29 to November 5 as part of its regular engagement with the government and other stakeholders.
By Alfonce Mbizwo
Nov. 7, 2025
Audit Zimbabwe’s debt
Two recent reports by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank have put Zimbabwe’s debt at a staggering US$23.3 billion, a big variance from the figures given by the government.
By The Standard
Oct. 12, 2025
EditorialComment: Zimbabwe’s de-dollarisation roadmap needs clarification
There have been six attempts to revive the local currency since then with the latest attempt being the introduction of the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) in April last year.
By The Standard
Oct. 5, 2025
IMF exposes Zimbabwe debt under reporting
It indicated that Zimbabwe’s external debt alone may have been understated by about US$4,5 billion during the period.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Oct. 5, 2025
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IMF chief calls for reforms
In its latest assessment of Zimbabwe’s banking sector, the IMF urged the central bank to amend capital regulations to cut out “soft” entries.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Aug. 22, 2025
Zim’s debt crisis: A ticking time bomb demanding transparency
This represents about half of the country’s US$44 billion Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
By Julia Ndlela and Blessed Ndlovu
Jul. 18, 2025
A rude awakening for Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe has been negotiating an IMF Staff Monitored Programme (SMP) to anchor the reform process under the arrears clearance and debt resolution process.
By Newsday
Jun. 23, 2025
