On 5 April 2024, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Governor, Dr John Mushayavanhu, announced the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) as the new currency to replace the inflation-battered Zimbabwe Dollar (ZWL). Prior to the Monetary Policy Statement on 5 April that introduced the new currency, there was
In a concerted effort to address gender disparities and ensure equal representation in Zimbabwe, the Institute of Young Women Development (IYWD) has spearheaded the push for the Model Gender Equality Bill (MGEB). Collaborating with Women and Law in Southern Africa (WLSA) and the Zimbabwe Gender Commission
The Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers (CZR) has called for urgent action to address both speculative pricing practices and supply chain inefficiencies of sugar in the country. In a statement, CZR president Denford Mutashu expressed deep concern over the widening gap between the recommended retail price and
Health Deputy Minister Sleiman Timios Kwidini addressed concerns regarding the timely remittance of funds to the Public Service Medical Aid Society (PSMAS) by the government. The inquiry, raised by Ruwa Central Constituency legislator Thomas Muwodzeri, shed light on the steps being taken to ensure that civil
A state witness in the trial of businessman Ronald Nyandoro, who stands accused of motor vehicle theft, has asserted in court that he feels targeted by the complainant. Mr. Kirk West, the witness, expressed his belief that Mr. James Landon, the complainant, is retaliating against
Stanbic Bank, has established what it terms a “financial fitness academy” aimed at equipping Small to Medium Enterprises (SMEs) with the requisite skills to handle finances and grow their businesses. The financial fitness academy will be an annual event that will equip entrepreneurs with the relevant
Brick- making company, Willdale is set to develop 178.2 hectares (ha) of idle land in Mt Hampden area into residential, commercial and industrial stands following shareholders’ approval. The company wants to first develop the land and sell stands to fetch more money from the land. Willdale expects
The Ministry of Health and Child Care (MOHCC) has reported a total of 1,588 confirmed cases and five fatalities of malaria within a single week. According to the Disease Surveillance Report for the week concluding on March 24, 2024, the MOHCC highlighted that among the reported
The recently concluded National Dress Manicaland dinner, organized by YoungWomen4ED Manicaland, was a spectacular event that showcased Zimbabwean culture and national pride. Held at the Skyview Conference Centre in Mutare, the gala saw prominent figures from Manicaland in attendance, including Tourism Minister Barbara Rwodzi. Minister Rwodzi
A recent joint operation conducted by the Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) and the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) Drugs and Narcotics Division has resulted in a significant breakthrough in the fight against illegal pharmaceutical trade in the Chikangwe area of Karoi, Mashonaland West Province. In
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