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
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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
Balancing stability, the digital transformation, tax expansion
At the heart of this policy is a commitment to fostering price and currency stability while ensuring a sustainable financial sector.
By Equity Axis
Feb. 14, 2025
Markets anxious as central bank inflicts more pain on companies
Many exporters rely heavily on retained foreign currency to import raw materials, pay foreign suppliers, and service external debts.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Feb. 14, 2025
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RBZ accuses bankers of charging excessive fees
Instead, the central bank found that these depositors are keeping such cash in safe deposit boxes held with financial institutions and security companies.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga
Feb. 13, 2025
