What Zim must do to pull millions out of poverty trap

The AfDB’s report underscores the need for coherent reforms, stronger institutions, and collaboration between government, the private sector, and development partners.
By The Zimbabwe Independent Jul. 4, 2025

AfDB revises Zim economy growth rate to 6%

Banda said the current account surplus of 2,0% of GDP is estimated for 2025 on account of increases in prices of and expected improved international commodity.
By Melody Chikono Jul. 3, 2025

Turning challenges into opportunities

The trade wars and geopolitical tensions have made Africa collateral damage. It finds itself scurrying for a solution, triggered by a crisis it has no interest in.
By Newsday Jun. 27, 2025

SADC pushes for e-border custom systems

According to reports from Zambia, Sadc senior programme officer for customs, Alcides Monteiro, said there was a need to fast-track the full implementation of the e-CoO system.
By Tatenda Kunaka Jun. 19, 2025

Zim hosts Sadc STEM Summit

The meeting aims to foster a harmonised approach to education, research and innovation to drive sustainable development across the Sadc bloc.
By Takudzwa Munemo Jun. 19, 2025
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AfDB warns Trump tariffs could hit Zim economy

The bank said private consumption was expected to expand by 6, 6%, which would be the main driver of demand.
By Tatira Zwinoira Jun. 1, 2025

Reimagining Sadc debt through feminist lens

Debt disproportionately affects women, particularly in Sadc countries where gender inequalities are prevalent.
By Yolander Millin May. 30, 2025

Afreximbank exposes US$2,4 billion hole in Zim external debt

This is not the first time Afreximbank has exposed inconsistencies in Zimbabwe’s debt disclosures.
By Tatira Zwinoira May. 30, 2025

‘Zim could unlock US$9bn from retaken land’

Another major reason for failing to use the land is that these beneficiaries were given the property under 99-year leases, offer letters and permits, making it unusable collateral.
By Tatira Zwinoira May. 29, 2025