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Counterfeits, financial instability imperil manufacturing sector: CCZ

Chikwiriro called for urgent action against the prevalence of counterfeits on the market.

By Lee Musaidzi Dec. 13, 2024

Counterfeits, financial instability imperil manufacturing sector: CCZ

Consumers demand PDL linked tax as costs rocket

Daily power cuts, eroding wages, shrinking disposable incomes due to inflation, rising prices, and unemployment continue to affect consumers.

By Tatira Zwinoira and Lee Musaidzi and Ashton Ndakusiya Dec. 6, 2024

Consumers demand PDL linked tax as costs rocket

ZiG rejection: Consumers at the receiving end

Zimbabwe’s high inflation, coupled with inadequate pension benefits, has significantly impacted the quality of life for pensioners.

By Evans Mathanda Sep. 28, 2024

ZiG rejection: Consumers at the receiving end

Exchange rate disparities throwing pricing model off balance: CCZ

“This could be a signal for deficiency of confidence in the market mostly by traders or unwarranted panic by some individuals which may destabilise the currency and push inflation.”

By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Aug. 28, 2024

Exchange rate disparities throwing pricing model off balance: CCZ

Zimbabwe: A country divided by currency confusion

Harare and Mashonaland provinces primarily use US dollars while Bulawayo and Matabeleland provinces rely heavily on the rand.

By Evans Mathanda May. 19, 2024

Zimbabwe: A country divided by currency confusion

Whither our dearest ZiG?

Many are even wondering: Does this ZiG currency actually exist?

By Newsday May. 11, 2024

ZiG brought more misery for consumers: CCZ

ZiG was introduced last month to replace the Zimbabwe dollar, but the new currency has faced public resistance, especially from commuter transport operators, making life difficult for consumers

By Tafadzwa Mhlanga May. 10, 2024

ZiG brought more misery for consumers: CCZ

Consumer markets in turmoil, stocks battered as ZiG settles… now, retailers warn delayed notes increasing US dollar addiction

ZSE’s All Share Index has plummeted by 99,95% since April 5, when the gold-backed currency was announced.

By Julia Ndlela Apr. 26, 2024

Consumer markets in turmoil, stocks battered as ZiG settles… now, retailers warn delayed notes increasing US dollar addiction

Price of mealie-meal has dropped, says CCZ

Prices of mealie-meal shot through the roof in the past few weeks as retailers and suppliers sought to capitalise on the drought-induced shortages in the country.

By Brent Shamu Apr. 3, 2024