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Does Harare need our money to spend?

This time, its source is the new ZBC radio licence tax. Citizens are being asked to fund a state broadcaster that, for many, serves as little more than background

By Fungai Nota Jun. 20, 2025

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‘Licence law fuels informality, corruption’

The law has triggered uproar among motorists who cited clause 15 as discriminatory, as it targets vehicle owners specifically while exempting other segments of the population.

By Lawrence Maphosa Jun. 11, 2025

‘Licence law fuels informality, corruption’

Zim’s new radio licence fee: A tax on access and a question of fairness

Zinara is responsible for collecting road user fees, including vehicle licensing, toll fees and transit fees and ensuring sustainable funding for road development projects.

By Leo Muzivoreva Jun. 3, 2025

Zim’s new radio licence fee: A tax on access and a question of fairness

Abolish this draconian law

Zanu PF is now a criminal clique that preys on the poor, having lost the revolutionary spirit.

By Leonard Koni May. 30, 2025

Amended broadcasting law plunges country into sustained illegalities

Following the law's passage in the Senate, President Emmerson Mnangagwa's assent is the final step of implementing the changes put into effect by the legislature.

By Nigel Nyamutumbu Apr. 13, 2025

Amended broadcasting law plunges country into sustained illegalities

Plenty is amiss with compulsory car radio licence amendment law

This requirement infringes on a vehicle owner’s right to obtain insurance by adding an unnecessary financial burden.

By Taisa Tshuma Mar. 14, 2025

Plenty is amiss with compulsory car radio licence amendment law

Contractors order books reach US$377m

She said with sufficient support and a stable economic environment, the association believed the industry could reach a potential value of ZiG50 billion

By Lee Musaidzi Mar. 7, 2025