Shortages loom as basics disappear from shelves

Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers president Denford Mutashu said the supply chain of basic commodities had dollarised, leaving retailers who buy in local currency in a lurch.
By Miriam Mangwaya Mar. 15, 2024

Millers warn of rice price hikes

According to Musarara, rice from South Africa is free of VAT and costs less when imported into Zimbabwe than when processed domestically.
By Freeman Makopa Feb. 23, 2024

Retailers want Vat on rice removed

The SI reinstated Vat, while duty exemptions were also removed on basic commodities.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Feb. 14, 2024

We’ve enough stocks to meet demand: Millers

Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers (CZR) president Denford Mutashu said mealie-meal deliveries have resumed in Harare.
By Blessed Ndlovu Jan. 10, 2024

Minister blames ED law for high US$ pricing

Last month, the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency reported that 80% of transactions were now in US dollars.
By Belinda Chiroodza Oct. 25, 2023

Business pleads for peaceful polls

Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers president Denford Mutashu said political parties and their supporters should continue with the “peace gospel” during and after the elections.
By Tatira Zwinoira Aug. 23, 2023

Price hikes far from being over: Retailers

The country has been experiencing price hikes over the past few weeks, forcing monetary and fiscal authorities to come up with a cocktail of measures to address the crisis.
By Rugare Mubika Jun. 11, 2023

Underweight products flood local market

The move, which prejudices consumers, was discovered by government.
By Freeman Makopa May. 10, 2023

Business frets over rising violence as polls beckon

On the economic crisis bedevilling the country, Matsheza said engagements were ongoing with the government.
By Melody Chikono Apr. 14, 2023