Public procurement review critical for economic growth
In South Africa, for example, there are 80 different legal instruments and regulations, which govern state procurement that apply to the various branches of government, differently.
By Kevin Tutani
Nov. 28, 2025
Political will needed to transform procurement landscape: Chiwenga
Meanwhile, APPN president Clever Ruswa has called on African nations to unite as a strategic force for economic emancipation.
By Nizbert Moyo
Nov. 13, 2025
The murky fire sale begins
Zimbabwe is entering the realm of catfish, the fish that thrives in muddy waters, compared to the era of vultures that only circle over dying prey in broad daylight.
By Paidamoyo Muzulu
Jun. 15, 2024
With open contracting, everyone sees everything
At such magnitude of spending, even the smallest improvement in procurement will inevitably result in vast gains for the taxpayer’s money.
By Charles Nyika
Jun. 7, 2024
Buy Zimbabwe seeks 50% minimum local content requirement
Hwengwere said Zimbabwe needed to be much more aggressive in reaching Vision 2030.
By BELINDA CHIROODZA
May. 28, 2024
Public procurement for private sector organisations
As public funds are being utilised, the scrutiny for cost-effectiveness and value for money is heightened, with emphasis on transparency and competition.
By Kudzai Chambisha
May. 24, 2024
President’s public assets order raises eyebrows
President Mnangagwa last week gazetted General Notice 164B of 2024, exempting 21 public entities from compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act.
By Blessed Ndlovu and TAFADZWA MHLANGA
Feb. 11, 2024
President’s public assets order raises eyebrows
President Mnangagwa last week gazetted General Notice 164B of 2024, exempting 21 public entities from compliance with the Public Procurement and Disposal of Public Assets Act.
By Blessed Ndlovu and TAFADZWA MHLANGA
Feb. 11, 2024
The transparency question in the Mutapa Investment Fund
The Public Procurement Act administers the entire buying cycle, including strategy, market methods, tender review and award, contract administration, and asset disposal.
By Tracy Mutowekuziva
Oct. 27, 2023
