‘Pillow beats bank in currency war’... as industries warn state to 'stop bleeding the informal sector, fix money first'

Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries (CZI) chief executive officer Sekai Kuvarika said policymakers need a fundamental rethink.
By Lynette Manzini Sep. 19, 2025

De-dollarisation to cause capital flight without foundation: Dube

CONFEDERATION of Zimbabwe Industries chief economist Cornelius Dube says if de-dollarisation occurs without ZiG transactions dominating the market
By Tatira Zwinoira Sep. 18, 2025

Review passport fees next

Economic analysts such as FBC Securities see the spinoffs from the wide ranging reviews of the cost of doing business being felt gradually in the economy.
By The Standard Sep. 14, 2025

Industry pushes for deregulation to spur growth

The recommendation is one of several submitted by CZI to the Industry and Commerce ministry as it drafts the Zimbabwe National Industrial Development Policy II (2026-30).
By Tatira Zwinoira Aug. 29, 2025

Vision 2030 needs structural reforms: CZI

Informalisation has now reached 76,1% of all economic activity, according to the latest official statistics.
By Tatira Zwinoira Aug. 11, 2025

CZI, residents petition BCC over tariffs

The lawyers also indicated that the minister approved the budget on condition that the Bulawayo City Council (BCC) apply the tariffs set by the technical committee.
By Silas Nkala Jul. 21, 2025

CZI sounds alarm over substandard goods

Its main aim is to protect consumers from substandard and counterfeit products, while promoting fair competition and curbing the influx of mispriced imports.
By Ashton Ndakusiya Jun. 20, 2025

CZI bets on tech, innovation for industrial development

As Zimbabwe prepares to leverage the African Continental Free Trade Area, technology and innovation are increasingly being seen as enablers in achieving intra-African trade at scale.
By Blessed Ndlovu Jun. 3, 2025

Address challenges that hinder competitiveness: Minister

According to the Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries (CZI) 2024 Annual Manufacturing Sector Survey Results, there are an estimated 4 552 manufacturing
By Tatira Zwinoira Apr. 16, 2025