A BYD Atto 3 costs US42 000 in South Africa. In Zimbabwe it costs US71 000. Here is why.
On paper, it was a progressive, eco-friendly incentive designed to align Zimbabwe with its national goal of achieving 33% EV market penetration by 2030.
By Tendai Munhundarima
May. 20, 2026
Zimbabwe just approved free bank accounts for small businesses.
The numbers make the ambition of the announcement clear. ZimStat's 2023 Economic Census
By Valentine Maya
May. 14, 2026
Why health fee cuts may not lower medical bills
The main reason is structural: Zimbabwe has no binding mechanism requiring private hospitals, pharmacies or doctors to pass cost savings on to consumers.
By Valentine Maya
May. 14, 2026
Zimbabwe bank withdrawal fees cut
The cap prevents banks from charging higher withdrawal rates, although institutions may set fees below 2%.
By Valentine Maya
May. 14, 2026
Zimbabwe cuts import licence fees, but businesses may feel little relief
But the fee reduction is not yet legally effective.
By Valentine Maya
May. 13, 2026
Your Import Licence Just Got Cheaper. Will That Save You Any Money?
"Finally," ran one widely shared post. "The government is listening."
By Valentine Maya
May. 13, 2026
UK–Zim flights resumption on the cards
Ncube described the restoration of the flights as a key step toward strengthening commercial and people-to-people ties between the two countries.
By Business Reporter
Mar. 4, 2026
Taxing for health: Tug-of-war over ring-fencing leaves Zimbos divided
“The government’s position is deeply disappointing,” laments Bernard Nkala, a respected healthcare economist.
By Tonderayi Matonho
Dec. 31, 2025
Review of LEAD's response to the 2026 national budget
As scholars, policy makers, and citizens, we must avoid the temptation to interpret every budget through purely populist lenses.
By Clever Marisa
Dec. 7, 2025
