Chamber of Mines optimistic about 100 tonnes gold target

The Chamber of Mines Zimbabwe (CoMZ) has expressed optimism in the nation’s ability to achieve the ambitious annual gold production target of 100 tonnes, set by the Government, amid amplified calls to support artisanal and small-scale miners.

Caledonia injects US$23,7m into fiscus in 2024

LISTED gold producer, Caledonia Mining Corporation, contributed US$23,745 million to the Government in 2024, excluding royalty payments amounting to US$9,081 million, and further made several millions in community investments, the company has revealed.

Yambukai Finance expands footprint

Microfinance entity, Yambukai Finance, has opened a new branch at Sam Levy, Borrowdale, as it continues to expand its footprint in the country.

Possible delays in Capital Gains Tax Clearance Certificate

In the past I have written many articles on Capital Gains Tax (CGT). For example, my article of May 29, 2025 was titled “Capital gains tax clearance certificate in property transfer”. Many purchasers are frustrated when delays are encountered during transfer of properties. Delays can be encountered at the CGT clearance certificate stage or at lodgement at the Deeds Office. In this article I explain some of the factors that may cause delays at the CGT clearance certificate stage.

Lagarde’s ECB future set for scrutiny

Christine Lagarde is about to face scrutiny on her commitment to keep leading the European Central Bank, not least as she nears the milestone of having just about tamed inflation.

Cultural renaissance . . . Zim’s path to global tourism triumph

Culture plays a vital role in tourism branding, providing a unique and authentic experience for visitors. It serves as a bridge that connects travellers to the traditions, values, and lifestyles of a destination, making their journey both recreational and richly educational.

World’s best currency slows Ghana inflation

Ghana’s inflation rate dropped to the lowest level in more than three years, as the country’s world-beating currency helped reduce the cost of imports.

ZCDC’s commitment to industrialisation showcased at ZITF

The Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Company (ZCDC) showcased several of its capital expenditure projects at this year’s Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF).

Industrial sector shows resilience in April 2025

The resilience of the industrial sector continues, as evidenced by the April 2025 Zimbabwe National Statistical Agency (ZimStat) Producer Price Index (PPI) excluding agriculture, which remained at desirable levels across currencies.

Mining: Extracting prospects for the greater good

Although history recalls that Zimbabwe’s anti-colonial struggles of the 1890s and 1970s were triggered by the land issue, it can be argued that it was about the soil.  In its broader sense, land covers a wide gamut—rivers, mountains, buildings, forests and minerals.

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