Day: October 25, 2024
Land, the ONLY reason for illegal sanctions against Zim
The United States of America (US) and it’s western allies imposed sanctions on Zimbabwe primarily due to disagreements over the land reform, specifically the Fast Track Land Reform Programme. This program aimed to redistribute land from white commercial farmers to black Zimbabweans, was seen as a threat to US and British interests. The Zimbabwe Democracy […]
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“Lift Sanctions to Alleviate Zimbabwe’s Suffering, Urges Business Leader and Politburo Member Senator James Makamba”
Prominent businessman and Politburo member Sanete James Makamba has openly voiced the need for international intervention to lift sanctions on Zimbabwe. His statement reflects the sentiment of millions of Zimbabweans who feel the weight of economic restrictions that have impacted the country’s growth and stability for years. He emphasized that sanctions have not only slowed […]
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RBZ Defends ZiG Amid Calls for Abandonment
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) is firmly defending the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency amid calls from the business community to scrap it due to volatility. CEO Africa Roundtable (CEO ART) chairperson Oswell Binha criticized the ZiG, claiming it has become a tool for arbitrage and detrimental to the economy, and called for its immediate […]
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GMB Agro Shops a Hit with Consumers
The Grain Marketing Board (GMB) has launched 52 agro shops across Zimbabwe, providing relief to consumers exploited by extortionist businesses overpricing basic commodities. These shops offer affordable access to essentials like maize meal, cooking oil, and washing soap, accepting local currency at the official bank rate.The initiative aims to counteract predatory pricing practices, promoting financial […]
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Zimbabwe is Set to Rejoin the Commonwealth
Zimbabwe’s potential re-entry into the Commonwealth is a significant development that could bring numerous advantages to the country and the organization. Commonwealth Secretary-General Patricia Scotland announced that member states are considering Zimbabwe’s request to rejoin, with a vote scheduled at the ongoing Commonwealth meeting in Apia, Samoa, from October 21 to 26, 2024. This move […]
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