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Climate Change · Hararefrom MARCUS MUSHONGA in Harare, ZimbabweZimbabwe BureauHARARE, (CAJ News) – ZIMBABWE has marked 44 years of independence amid typical political polarization, a message to so-called detractors and the impact of climate change-induced drought. President Emmerson Mnangagwa addressed the nation at a well-attended event in the Murambinda growth point in the eastern province of Manicaland on Thursday. Speaking at the commemorations at this area approx…See the Story
Zimbabwe at a crossroads 44 years into independence - CAJ News Africa
Harare · HarareIn a nostalgic reverie, the echoes of a childhood song mingle with the chaos of present-day Zimbabwe. The innocuous word “ZiG” once sparked laughter around campfires, but now it heralds turmoil as the nation grapples with a new currency. Abruptly introduced, ZiG brings a maelstrom of confusion—banks falter, transactions fail, and daily life spirals into disarray. Amidst the mayhem, citizens confront a surreal financial calculus, wondering how lo…See the Story
Cathy Buckle: Zimbabwe's ZiG - From childhood songs to chaotic realities
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Harare · HarareFungi Kwaramba in MURAMBINDA FOR exactly 41 years, no major event was held outside Harare, the citadel of both political and economic power in Zimbabwe, but for the past two years and counting, that has changed with the independence celebrations being rolled out to other provinces, in line with President Mnangagwa’s mantra of decentralisation, which is aimed at “leaving no one and no place behind”. Already, Bulawayo and Mashonaland Central provi…See the Story
Zimbabwe turns 44 in style
Economy · HarareHarare, Zimbabwe — Zimbabwe’s recently introduced gold-backed currency is sliding on the local black market but officials insist the currency is getting stronger and has a bright future. Columbus Mavhunga reports from Harare.
Even songs are played on the radio encouraging citizens to embrace the currency, called Zimbabwe Gold — or ZiG — introduced on April 5 trading at 13.56 to the U.S. dollar.
Official statistics say ZiG is now trading at 13.41…See the Story
Zimbabwe's new gold-backed currency sliding on black market
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Harare · Hararefrom DANAI MWARUMBWA in Harare, ZimbabweZimbabwe BureauHARARE, (CAJ News) – THE Daring Africa 2024 expedition has crossed into Zimbabwe. The crew, in their four Nissan Navaras and X-Trail support vehicles, are well into their eighth-country odyssey. Nissan Zimbabwe spokesperson, Lucas Taruvinga, has welcomed the team to Zimbabwe. “Nissan’s Zimbabwe operations are unique in Africa,” he said. “We have four accredited Nissan Sales Companies in the …See the Story
Nissan Daring Africa 2024 crosses into Zimbabwe - CAJ News Africa
Central Bank · HarareZimbabwe economy | Former Finance Minister labels ZiG a waste of time Estelle.Bronkhorst Sun, 04/14/2024 - 09:00
Former Finance Minister labels Zig a waste of time
HARARE - Former Zimbabwean Finance Minister Tendai Biti says the newly-launched currency will be rejected by Zimbabweans because they have no confidence in it.It's the latest attempt by the Zimbabwe government to rein runaway hyperinflation and stabilise the battered economy.But Bit…See the Story
Zimbabwe economy | Former Finance Minister labels ZiG a waste of time
Harare · HarareJournalist’s NotesInterview SubjectTanaka Moyo, 32, is a vendor in the streets of Harare, Zimbabwe. She lives in the outskirts of the city in a dormitory settlement called Epworth. Tanaka has been in the streets for a decade and has literally raised all three of her children in the streets. She works as a street vendor selling wares to augment the meager salary of her husband and to make ends meet. Her job is risky, but like other women in the s…See the Story
Mother working as a vendor in the streets of Harare makes three dollars a day
Harare · HarareZimbabwe’s bold move towards financial stability with the introduction of the ZiG, a gold-backed currency, sees mixed reactions as it gains traction. Despite initial turbulence in commerce, including challenges for banks and businesses adapting to the new system, the ZiG strengthens against the US dollar. While the transition is underway, hurdles persist, with some sectors still reliant on foreign currency. The nation cautiously watches the ZiG’…See the Story
Zimbabwe's ZiG currency steadily gaining ground despite turbulent transition
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