January – June 2025 The first half of 2025 has been a mixed bag for Zimbabwe’s small and medium enterprises (SMEs). While there are signs of recovery in the economy, challenges like expensive loans, foreign currency shortages, and high operating costs continue to put pressure on many businesses. At the same time, new opportunities are opening up in farming, mining, digital commerce,...

An African woman’s journey to financial freedomBy Dr. Mandas Marikanda Money is not just a means of exchange, it is a mirror. It reflects our fears, values, hopes and the stories we tell ourselves about what we deserve. For the African woman, money carries an even deeper psychology, shaped by history, culture and survival. It is not merely a financial tool; it is emotional, spiritual,...

In today’s rapidly evolving business environment, service providers need more than just clients—they need a connected ecosystem, digital tools, and market visibility to thrive. This is where allWomen.africa, Zimbabwe’s homegrown fintech and business platform developed by Zimbabwe Women’s Microfinance Bank (ZWMB), becomes an indispensable partner. Direct Access to MSMEs...

1. Overview of the Statutory Instrument In March 2026, the Government of Zimbabwe introduced Statutory Instrument 59 of 2026, which consolidates import licensing under one unified framework in order to support local industry, improve regulatory compliance and simplify previously fragmented import requirements. The Minister of Industry and Commerce described this new SI as a way to streamline...

Every parent wants their child to travel safely to and from school. In urban areas, however, daily school commutes can be stressful, crowded and risky. That’s why eduBox, in partnership with uXpress SACCO, has launched the eduBox School Transport Initiative — a premium school travel service designed to provide peace of mind, comfort and safety for parents and children alike. A...