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

EditorialComment: Government’s gold royalty recipe for disaster

Caledonia CEO Mark Learnmouth said they were also assessing “potential effects on the recently announced economics of the Bilboes Gold Project.”  
By The Standard Dec. 7, 2025

Ncube imposes 15% tax on Starlink, Google

The top 50 Zimbabwean YouTubers earn an estimated US$23 469 to US$375 300 per month, according to global tracker Social Blade. The new tax may reduce their earnings.
By Tatira Zwinoira Nov. 30, 2025

Pressures mount for firms as govt maintains tight fist

Zimbabwe’s companies braced for fresh turbulence last week after Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube (pictured) doubled down on a tight fiscal regime already blamed for undermining industry.
By Shame Makoshori Aug. 8, 2025

Ncube urges pension funds to tackle unclaimed benefits, diversify investments

These include the rise in unclaimed benefits, which have gone up by 62,19%, reaching an amount of ZiG66,6 billion by December 2024. 
By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 16, 2025

Eagle REIT listing on VFEX a critical leap: Ncube

He commended Fidelity Life Asset Management, the promoter and fund manager of Eagle REIT, for its long-standing expertise in fund management and property development.
By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 16, 2025

AfCFTA's implementation uneven: Mthuli

Ncube called for the global financial architecture to be reformed to make it responsive to the needs of the continent and other developing countries in general.
By Business Reporter Mar. 17, 2025

Finance ministry should seriously consider health sector

A strong health system is a prerequisite for sound economic development.
By Marisa Johannes Dec. 1, 2024

Mthuli Ncube launches Kulture Studios in Byo

Studio manager Qhelokuhle Dube said the studio is currently recording artists for free and it thrives to be the best in the city and country.
By Sindiso Dube Nov. 24, 2024