Companies
First Mutual's Flagship Arundel Project Nears Completion: Occupancy Hits 89% Despite US$60.5 Million HY Loss
First Mutual Properties (FMP) is set to complete its flagship project, Arundel Office Park extension, whose scope involves building a double-storey office block with a basement, providing a lettable a
Sep 25, 2024
Zimbabwe
Retailers Urge Government to Abandon Pegged Exchange Rate: Will Government Heed?
The Retailers Association of Zimbabwe (RAZ) has urged the government to abandon the pegged exchange rate system in favor of a market-determined exchange rate, believing this shift could revitalize the
Sep 24, 2024
Companies
Dual Challenge, Single Solution: Old Mutual Launches US$100 Million Renewable Energy Fund
As Zimbabwe grapples with an ongoing energy crisis, Old Mutual Zimbabwe has announced the launch of a US$100 million private equity fund aimed at renewable energy investments. With the country strivi
Sep 24, 2024
Zimbabwe
Zim's Licensing Burden: Over 25 Licenses, Permits Required to Operate One Supermarket
Operating a single supermarket in Zimbabwe requires over 25 licenses and permits, making it challenging for businesses to operate. This is despite the mantra, Zimbabwe is open for business. These li
Sep 24, 2024
Companies
NMB Holdings Profitability Slumps, Non-Performing Loans Rise to 1.2% in H1 2024
NMB Bank's non-performing loan (NPL) ratio rose to 1.2% in the first half of 2024, up from 1.1% at the end of 2023. This increase, coupled with the recalibration of the local currency book following
Sep 20, 2024
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RTG Targets a Fully Solar Powered Hotel Portfolio by FY2027 After Proving the Economics at Kadoma
Rainbow Tourism Group will place every hotel in its portfolio on solar power by the end of FY2027 after the 300KVA installation at Kadoma Hotel and Conference Centre supplied about 30% of the property
1 day agoBuilding Hotels Without Building Hotels: How RTG Is Turning Existing Assets Into Its Next Growth Engine
Hospitality companies have traditionally expanded through a simple formula, acquire another property, build another hotel or borrow against the balance sheet to create additional room inventory. Howev
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