Simbisa Brands warns tax hikes squeeze consumers
Authorities have also introduced a 15% rental income tax on business leased premises, while calls to increase the income tax free threshold were rejected.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Mar. 6, 2026
Zicco wins Supreme Court appeal against Zimura
THE Zimbabwe Council of Copyright Owners (Zicco) has won a Supreme Court appeal against the Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (Zimura),
By Life & Style Reporter
Mar. 3, 2026
Simbisa posts robust 78,34% increase in profit in H12026
He said Simbisa continued to expand its footprint and strengthen market share through the net addition of 14 new stores between December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2025.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Feb. 27, 2026
Simbisa opens three counters in Q1
In its first quarter trading update for the period ended September 30, 2025, Simbisa reported having 338 counters in Zimbabwe.
By Ruth Maseko
Nov. 19, 2025
Taxes threaten private sector margins
IN economic theory, governments often “internalise externalities” by imposing corrective taxes designed to align private costs with broader social costs.
By Sylvester Mupanduki
Oct. 3, 2025
Simbisa absorbs US$1m fast food tax to shield consumers
FAST-FOOD giant, Simbisa Brands Limited (Simbisa) paid close to US$1 million in fast-food tax during the first half of 2025, a levy it chose not to pass on to consumers despite pressure on margins.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Oct. 3, 2025
High Court dismisses Zimura damages claim against Simbisa brands
The High Court has absolved the leading pan-African food company, Simbisa Brands, from paying damages in a high-profile copyright case brought by the Zimbabwe Music Rights Association
By Staff Reporter
Sep. 29, 2025
Court clears Simbisa in copyright damages claims case
The High Court has absolved the leading pan-African food company, Simbisa Brands, from paying damages in a high-profile copyright case brought by the Zimbabwe Music Rights Association
By Staff Reporter
Sep. 29, 2025
Ex-minister publishes memoirs
The book will be launched at Heritage Village, Liberation City in the capital.
By Staff Reporter
Sep. 16, 2025
