Africa’s most aggressive policy rate, and what it means for Zim markets
Across Zimbabwe’s formal productive sector, the 35% policy rate has cascaded into extremely high lending costs.
By Blessing Kanyemba
Mar. 6, 2026
RBZ says liquidity, policy consistency key to credibility
As a consequence of the limited liquidity, firms are struggling to secure borrowings from local financial institutions to address their capital needs.
By Blessed Ndlovu and Concilia Mupezeni
Mar. 6, 2026
Zim pension funds bemoan RBZ keeping a 35% bank policy rate
Despite calls to reduce the bank policy rate owing to it making borrowing expensive, the RBZ maintained this at 35% last week in the 2026 Monetary Policy Statement.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Mar. 5, 2026
Household goods pledged as loan collateral double in 2025
In the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe’s (RBZ) 2026 Monetary Policy Statement, active loan clients in the microfinance sector declined sharply to 422 358 last year from 575 217 in the prior year.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Feb. 27, 2026
It’s time to loosen the reins
RESERVE Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) governor John Mushayavanhu stands at a critical policy crossroads as he prepares to present his Monetary Policy Statement this month.
By Newsday
Feb. 17, 2026
Interview: Zimbabwe inflation to hit single digits soon - RBZ
Inflation is expected to continue a downward trajectory, reaching single-digit levels in the first quarter of 2026.
By Freeman Makopa
Dec. 19, 2025
RBZ’s tight policy thrust starving economy
ZIMBABWEANS are surrendering their beds and fridges in a desperate bid to survive.
By Newsday News
Aug. 15, 2025
Beverage makers bemoan high interest rates
BEVERAGE makers say the central bank’s 35% bank policy rate is straining expansion plans as it increases the cost of borrowing
By Melody Chikono
Aug. 14, 2025
Cash-strapped Zimbos pledge property for loans
“In terms of the value of movable collateral, banks accounted for ZiG32 billion, while law firms registering on behalf of clients recorded a total value of ZiG23,9 billion.”
By Tatira Zwinoira
Aug. 8, 2025
