Tracking the freefall of the Zimdollar
The nation's economists cautioned against the action, but the government ignored their advice.
By Mthandazo Nyoni and Melody Chikono
May. 21, 2023
Dump the failed Zimdollar: MPs
Critics blame the dire state of the economy on years of government mismanagement and made worse by endemic corruption.
By Staff Reporters
May. 19, 2023
Adventurous RBZ: Finding a balance becoming a tall order
The local currency is injected into the system at a faster pace than the rate of growth of economic activity in the real sector.
By Zvikomborero Sibanda
May. 12, 2023
New world order beckons: Is Zim ready for it?
Zimbabwe’s atrocious human rights record particularly between 2000 and 2002 have been cited as one of the reasons for the sanctions.
By Nevanji Madanhire
May. 4, 2023
Interview: Zim’s multistorey buildings 60% empty
The property market, just like the mainstream economy, was going through structural challenges before the Covid-19 pandemic.
By Melody Chikono
Apr. 21, 2023
Man offers US$20 for son’s upkeep
The man, who could not be named to protect the minor, was dragged to court by his ex-wife who was demanding US$150 towards their son’s maintenance.
By Rejoice Phiri
Mar. 30, 2023
Zim dollar collapse raises concerns
As of Wednesday, US$1 fetched $907,92 formally and $1 200 informally.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Mar. 12, 2023
Premium
‘Disband useless forex auction system’
He said demand for foreign currency on the platform established in 2020 had plummeted, underscoring the need to shut it down as firms had rebuilt their down war chests.
By Shame Makoshori
Feb. 20, 2023
Ceteris Paribus: Going in circles: Demystifying the Zim currency outlook
The RBZ introduced the contractionary monetary policy in the second quarter of 2022 as it sought to mitigate the rampant inflation and curtail the runaway local currency depreciation.
By Tinashe Duma
Feb. 17, 2023
