IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Zimbabwe on second review of economic reforms
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Zimbabwe on the second review of the southern African nation’s 10-month Staff-Monitored Program (SMP).
Turning land leases into bankable titles can unlock US$20bn for Zim’s economy, says FinMin Ncube
Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube says turning 99-year land leases into bankable titles could unlock US$20 billion into Zimbabwe’s economy.
Zimbabwe’s Treasury warns TB holders, creditors against engaging debt consultants
Zimbabwe’s Finance Ministry has warned Treasury Bill (TBs) holders and creditors – suppliers and contractors – against engaging consultancy firms to recover outstanding payments from government ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs).
Zimbabwe half-year lithium exports up 230pct
Zimbabwe exported lithium products worth $782-million in the first six months of 2026, up from $237-million during the same period last year, Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube said.
World Bank sees stronger Zimbabwe growth outlook
Zimbabwe’s economy could grow faster than previously forecast this year, supported by lower inflation, strong mining performance and continued economic reforms, according to the World Bank.
2026 mid-term budget review: Investors expect pro-market policies
Investors are keenly awaiting Finance minister Mthuli Ncube 2026 mid-term national budget review, with expectation the treasury chief will introduce measures that promote activity on the stock market, investment advisory firm Morgan & Co. said.
BRICS admits Zimbabwe as borrowing member
Zimbabwe has been formally admitted as a borrowing member to the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB).
Zimbabwe exploring minerals-backed deals with China to fund infrastructure, minister says
Zimbabwe is considering using its vast natural resources to fund road and railway construction projects with China, finance minister Mthuli Ncube said on Wednesday.
Zimbabwe, Korea plan MoU on AI collaboration
Zimbabwe is deepening its strategic partnership with the Republic of Korea, with Finance minister Mthuli Ncube proposing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) on artificial intelligence (AI) collaboration and health financing.
Zimbabwe courts Chinese giant to accelerate Mt Hampden New City project
Zimbabwe has engaged the China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) seeking technical and financial collaboration in the development of the New City in Mt Hampden.