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The impact of duty-free incentives in the 2025 national budget
The 2025 National Budget is a forward-thinking approach to economic recovery and national development, introducing strategic duty-free incentives aimed at empowering local industries, stimulating econ...Published: 17 Dec 2024 at 20:12hrs | 980 | by Innocent Mujeri
More trouble for Zimbabwe as Trump makes return
The incoming administration of Donald Trump in the United States has sparked significant interest across Africa, as analysts speculate on how his second presidency will affect the continent's security...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 12:34hrs | 759 | by Staff reporter
Mai Dhuterere released on $100 bail
Dorcas Vambe, widely known as Mai Dhuterere, a prominent gospel singer from Waterfalls, Harare, appeared before the Harare Magistrates' Court facing fraud charges. The National Prosecuting Authority (...Published: 12 Dec 2024 at 19:52hrs | 995 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe transporters welcome suspension of customs duty
The Zimbabwe Passenger Transport Organisation (ZPTO) has welcomed the government's decision to end duty-free importation of public service buses starting January 1, 2025. The move, proposed in the 202...Published: 02 Dec 2024 at 07:20hrs | 356 | by Staff reporter
How Zimbabwe's ruling elite fund their luxuries at the expense of ordinary citizens
They live a tax-free lifestyle, do not pay duty to import vehicles and yet they introduce a new tax every year to fund their luxurious lifestyle. In Zimbabwe, the stark contrast between the lifestyles...Published: 29 Nov 2024 at 12:38hrs | 820 | by Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
Zimra seizes goods container from returning citizen
A former United Arab Emirates resident, Kennedy Masvikeni, has lost his High Court bid to challenge the seizure of his personal goods by the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra), including a 40-foot con...Published: 06 Nov 2024 at 07:02hrs | 2656 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe scales up fight against fraudulent vehicle imports
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) has enlisted the help of the police in a new operation to track down fraudulently imported vehicles in the capital. The exercise, which runs from October to Dece...Published: 24 Oct 2024 at 16:27hrs | 4192 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe exempts immigrants from ban on importing older vehicles
Immigrants are now exempt from the Government's ban on importing vehicles older than 10 years, allowing qualifying immigrants to bring in cars duty-free, according to new regulations under Statutory I...Published: 18 Oct 2024 at 08:28hrs | 394 | by Staff reporter
Zimra goes after smugglers
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) has ramped up its efforts to combat the ongoing smuggling of goods into the country, amid growing concerns over the prevalence of the illegal practice. Despite a...Published: 12 Oct 2024 at 11:17hrs | 160 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe struggles to capitalize on EU trade opportunities
Zimbabwe has yet to fully exploit significant export opportunities within the European Union (EU) under a duty-free agreement, despite the EU's vast market, which boasts a US$19 trillion gross domesti...Published: 20 Sep 2024 at 09:37hrs | 345 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean exporters granted duty-free access to UK markets
Zimbabwean exporters have been encouraged to explore new markets and boost exports through the United Kingdom's Eastern and Southern Africa Economic Partnership Agreement (UK ESA EPA), which offers si...Published: 16 Sep 2024 at 13:36hrs | 479 | by Staff reporter
Zimra Loses over US$600,000 in fake vehicle import rebate fraud
A massive vehicle import fraud scheme has been uncovered, involving more than 400 fake tax rebate letters issued by a former Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) employee, Yvonne Tambudzai Musoni. The f...Published: 16 Sep 2024 at 07:44hrs | 685 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe must be bold in FDI drive
Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion Permanent Secretary George Guvamatanga has disclosed that the government has been inundated with demands from prospective investors seeking Zimb...Published: 09 Sep 2024 at 08:24hrs | 100 | by Staff reporter
Govt defends 60km radius restrictions decision
The government has defended its decision to reduce the operating radius of commuter omnibuses (kombis) from 120km to 60km, stating that it followed consultations and assurances that the national bus f...Published: 09 Sep 2024 at 08:06hrs | 207 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe to continue generating power from Kariba
Zimbabwe will continue generating power from the Kariba Hydro-Power Station through the end of the year, despite facing challenges due to low water levels. This assurance comes as Zambia plans to...Published: 05 Sep 2024 at 07:14hrs | 2673 | by Staff reporter
Zacc recovers 350 corruptly imported vehicles
THE Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has recovered more than 350 vehicles that were illegally imported through the abuse of the civil servants' vehicle rebate scheme that allows established ...Published: 09 Aug 2024 at 07:43hrs | 232 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe, United Kingdom trade up 67%
Trade between Zimbabwe and Britain surged by 67 percent to over US$800 million in 2023 compared to 2022, according to UK deputy ambassador to Zimbabwe, Dr. Joanne Abbot. Speaking at the launch...Published: 26 Jul 2024 at 06:34hrs | 130 | by Staff reporter
Allow all Zimbabweans to import vehicles DUTY FREE your current policy is discriminatory
Zimbabwe, a country grappling with economic challenges, has recently made headlines with a policy decision that has sparked both debate and controversy. The government has partially lifted the ban on ...Published: 16 Jul 2024 at 20:58hrs | 947 | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
Ex-Zimra staffer falsified import of over 400 cars
Yvonne Tambudzai Musoni, a former employee at the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra), allegedly hacked her supervisor's electronic signature to fraudulently approve the importation of over 400 vehicle...Published: 03 Jul 2024 at 10:23hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe anticipating a significant power supply deficit
Zimbabwe is anticipating a significant power supply deficit, projected to reach up to 2,800 megawatts (MW) by the end of 2025, an increase from the current deficit of 500MW. This rise is driven by the...Published: 28 Jun 2024 at 14:54hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter
Zimra, Quest Motors clash over import duty
The Supreme Court has ordered a retrial in the case between Quest Motor Manufacturing Company and the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) concerning import duty for parts used to assemble Toyota vehicl...Published: 14 Jun 2024 at 07:08hrs | 22 | by Staff reporter
+250 vehicles seized in civil servants' tax rebate scam
A joint operation by the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) and the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) has resulted in the recovery of 250 vehicles illegally imported through the abuse of tax ...Published: 23 May 2024 at 10:45hrs | 27 | by Staff reporter
Vehicle rebate haunts civil servants
CIVIL servants are under probe for allegedly abusing the vehicle rebate system as it emerged that some government employees were importing cars duty free on behalf of other people for a fee.St...Published: 12 Mar 2024 at 05:14hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter
Duty-free imports of grain into Zimbabwe approved
AUTHORITIES have given the green light to companies and individuals with free funds to import grain without paying duty, as the country moves to avert hunger. This was confirmed by Finance Min...Published: 09 Mar 2024 at 14:59hrs | | by Staff reporter
Shock as ZANU PF MPs demand incentives for Mnangagwa's 3rd term bid
In a surprising turn of events, members of parliament have reportedly demanded incentives, including cash and land, in exchange for their support of President Mnangagwa's bid for a third term in offic...Published: 24 Feb 2024 at 14:28hrs | | by Samkeliso Ncube
Woman loses vehicle rebate case
A RETURNING citizen has lost a High Court case against the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) after she sued the authority for refusing to clear her Honda Fit vehicle using a duty-free rebate....Published: 19 Feb 2024 at 04:54hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Buy Zimbabwe lauds duty return on essential goods
Buy Zimbabwe has welcomed the Government's recent decision to reinstate import duties on essential goods as a positive development that will create a more level playing field for domestically produced...Published: 07 Feb 2024 at 04:40hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Buy Zimbabwe welcomes positive move on imports
BUY Zimbabwe has said the Government's recent decision to reinstate import duties on basic commodities was a progressive development that will contribute to a fairer competitive landscape for domestic...Published: 06 Feb 2024 at 17:49hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe restores duty on imported basic commodities
THE Government has restored the payment of import duty on selected basic goods, which fall away from the customs traveller's rebate.A traveller's rebate is a duty-free allowance, which is granted ...Published: 01 Feb 2024 at 18:32hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Duty-free car import regulations tightened
Updated regulations for duty-free vehicle imports by civil servants, public health workers, and junior and specialist doctors were gazetted at the end of last month to ensure that State workers in the...Published: 06 Jan 2024 at 08:42hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter
Mthuli Ncube extends car import deadline for former MPs
Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube has decided to extend the deadline for former legislators to import cars, while assuring the 10th Members of Parliament (MPs) that they will receive vehicles valued at US...Published: 25 Dec 2023 at 09:14hrs | 56 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF MPs wants to bring spouses to hotel stays during parliament business trips
Members of Parliament (MPs) are urging the government to compare their compensation with that of neighboring South Africa. Additionally, they are requesting permission to bring their spouses to offici...Published: 18 Dec 2023 at 04:54hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF MPs press Mthuli Ncube to raise their salaries
Zanu-PF MPs pressed finance minister Mthuli Ncube to raise their salaries and commit to give them houses and Toyota Land Cruisers before passing his budget on Thursday.Comparing themselves to ...Published: 16 Dec 2023 at 17:38hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa ruined Zanu-PF business empire
THE predictable appointment of FBC Holdings chief executive John Mushayavanhu as the incoming Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) governor has completed President Emmerson Mnangagwa's critical post-electio...Published: 12 Dec 2023 at 18:00hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa to meet UAE counterpart
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa is set to hold bilateral meetings with United Arab Emirates President Mohammed bin Zayed Aal Nahyan, as well as with UAE business leaders when he attends the United Nations Climate...Published: 10 Nov 2023 at 06:41hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter
Vehicle scandal erupts in Zimbabwe govt
GOVERNMENT ministries have been caught in repeated vehicle scams amid revelations millions of dollars were spent on buying cars that were not delivered.The ministries include Home Affairs, Lan...Published: 31 Oct 2023 at 16:28hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Don't condemn Zimbabwe, we need minerals, says British MP
The United Kingdom's approach to Zimbabwe in the aftermath of its tumultuous elections is facing potential complications, as British lawmakers caution Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's government to exerci...Published: 24 Sep 2023 at 18:49hrs | | by Staff reporter
UK targets Zimbabwe energy sector
The United Kingdom is actively seeking to enhance trade relations with Zimbabwe and make substantial investments in the country's expansive renewable energy sector. Mr. Andrew Mitchell, the UK's Minis...Published: 22 Sep 2023 at 06:21hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Duty free entry for Zimbabwe Exemption Permit holders
ZIMBABWE Revenue Authority (Zimra) has approved a customs clearance system for South Africa-based residents who hold Zimbabwe Exemption Permits (ZEP) to bring their goods to Zimbabwe on duty-free when...Published: 04 Aug 2023 at 06:39hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter
Duty-free cars for retired senior civil servants
Retired senior public servants can now import cars duty free with the maximum set between US$40 000 and US$60 000, depending on grade, within five years of retirement following the gazetting of Statut...Published: 26 Jul 2023 at 06:37hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe civil servants smile all the way to the bank
Civil servants smiled all the way to the bank yesterday as they started receiving along with the normal salary and allowances, a newly increased forex component of US$50 plus an additional local curre...Published: 19 Jul 2023 at 06:38hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe civil servants abuse car import facility
THE Government has expressed concern over the continued abuse of the duty-free car import facility for civil servants amid revelations that more than 14 000 vehicles have been unprocedurally imported ...Published: 16 Jul 2023 at 09:15hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter
ZACC recovers 36 vehicles from bogus civil servants
THE Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission and the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority have joined forces to curb the abuse of tax rebates extended to civil servants by the Government so they could import vehicle...Published: 21 Jun 2023 at 06:16hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
US bullying South Africa for being neutral
South Africa is now increasingly coming under growing pressure from the United States, which is its second largest trading partner after China, for seemingly supporting Russia in the ongoing Russian-U...Published: 14 Jun 2023 at 07:46hrs | | by Staff reporter
US sanctions mongers target SA
PROPONENTS of the illegal economic sanctions on Zimbabwe and United States lawmakers with a penchant for sponsoring regime change and chaos in Africa are at it again - this time targeting South Africa...Published: 14 Jun 2023 at 06:31hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Parliamentarians request extension of duty-free vehicle import facility
OUTGOING legislator for Buhera South Joseph Chinotimba has appealed to the Minister of Finance and Economic Development to allow MPs to import vehicles duty free upto December.The provis...Published: 09 Jun 2023 at 07:55hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa in Malawi on State visit
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa arrived here yesterday for a three-day State visit at the invitation of his counterpart, President Lazarus Chakwera.He was welcomed at Kamuzu Banda International Airport by...Published: 01 Jun 2023 at 06:41hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter
Forex speculators to face disciplinary action
THE market should expect significant restoration of stability in the pricing of basic goods in response to comprehensive Government measures while disciplinary action will be swiftly meted against bus...Published: 23 May 2023 at 06:34hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
List of duty-free goods released
Import duty and import VAT was suspended yesterday on 10 basic goods: maize meal, rice, milk, flour, salt, cooking oil, petroleum jelly, toothpaste, bath soap and washing powder.The suspension...Published: 13 May 2023 at 18:25hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Chiwenga, Mnangagwa entangled in massive chrome scandal
COMPANIES linked to President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga received US$3 million from South African chrome miner Zunaid Moti following a US$120 million deal signed betwee...Published: 28 Apr 2023 at 20:19hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
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