What Zim’s foreign currency surge actually consists of

The FBC Holdings April 2026 Economic Snapshot, one of the more rigorous institutional assessments of the economy, frames the result in broadly positive terms.
By Valentine Maya 3h ago

Banks move past 2030 lending barrier

Uncertainty over what currency borrowers would be using after the government’s planned transition from the multi-currency system made banks reluctant to offer long-term credit.
By Freeman Makopa 3h ago

Zimbabwe holds inflation below 5% as oil shock tests central bank’s hard-won gains

The latest figures suggest Zimbabwe’s stabilisation efforts have so far withstood a major external test.
By Valentine Maya Jun. 16, 2026

National Financial Inclusion Strategy III: A defining opportunity for Zimbabwe's informal economy

Many rural communities continue to face connectivity challenges. Significant gaps remain in access to digital devices, digital literacy, and digital infrastructure.
By Samuel Wadzai Jun. 14, 2026

FIU turns to AI as Zim battles US$6bn illicit finance threat

Against this backdrop, FIU director-general Oliver Chiperesa says the institution is modernising its surveillance and analytical capabilities to keep pace with emerging threats.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jun. 12, 2026

‘How ZiG will look like if gold prices plummet’

These coverage levels provide significant comfort that ZiG is adequately backed and that the Reserve Bank has sufficient reserves to support the structured currency framework
By Freeman Makopa Jun. 12, 2026

RBZ mops up liquidity with new ZiG Bills  

The central bank said the investment instruments will be available to a broad range of market participants, including banks, corporates and individual investors. 
By Staff Reporter Jun. 8, 2026

Zim digital transactions recover after slow start

The recovery was particularly visible in transactions processed through the RTGS platform, which is widely used by businesses and institutions for high-value payments.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Jun. 5, 2026

Diaspora remittances top US$3,5bn as AfDB warns on slowing growth

The central bank said remittances reached US$2,45 billion in 2025, up 15,1% from the previous year.
By Tatira Zwinoira May. 27, 2026