RBZ pumps brakes on mandatory ZiG fuel sales, prioritises market acceptance
Business Writer The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has opted against forcing fuel dealers to transact in the newly-introduced Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency despite many seeing it as a key…
A return to a savings culture is needed
Once people are satisfied that the ZiG will remain roughly stable in value, the opportunities arise for a return to a whole pile of practices that were wiped out during…
Zim’s ZiG currency revolution: Navigating financial reporting in a new era
Retired Major Silibaziso Zhou In a bold move to stabilise its economy and foster financial independence, Zimbabwe has introduced a unique approach by adopting gold backed currency called the Zimbabwe…
‘We are energy nerds’
When Kevin Wood’s local utility started offering customers money in exchange for using less electricity, the father of one had a battle on his hands. Wood, who lives in Hampshire…
Legal areas to look out for SMEs
Arthur Marara Part 1 In the complex and rapidly evolving landscape of small business operations, navigating the myriad of legal requirements and considerations is paramount for success. From structuring the…
Huawei’s smart power solutions for commercial, industrial and residential areas
The Solar & Storage Live Africa 2024 exhibition saw Huawei launch its new smart ‘PV+ESS’ systems – incorporating its range of solar photovoltaic (PV) products and energy storage solutions (ESSs)…
Auditors board in messy licensing row
Golden Sibanda The Public Accountants and Auditors Board (PAAB) is embroiled in a bruising wrangle with two clients that sought to register as a firm, but had their application turned…
Innovation: The catalyst for industrialisation, trade
Note from ZNCC The Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC), committed to enhancing trade and investment both domestically and internationally, hosted the annual Business Luncheon on April 26, 2024, at…
Electrical cars pile up at European ports
China’s automotive industry has revolutionised over the past decade, from producing basic western clones to making cars that equal the world’s best. As the manufacturing powerhouse of the world, China…
SA’s foreign investment story is better than you think
Last week BHP made a bid for Anglo American minus the SA assets, confirming the widely held perception that SA mining is uninvestible due to bureaucratic ineptitude in the issuing…











