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Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe Introduces Gold-Backed CBDC: Too Little, Too Late?

In this context, the new gold-backed CBDC may seem a promising initiative to restore stability. The RBZ claims Zimbabwe has enough gold reserves to fully back the new digital currency. By pegging its

Apr 25, 2023
World
GetBucks Microfinance Exhibits Robust Growth in Total Income, yet Faces Challenges in Profitability and Asset Quality

GetBucks Microfinance Bank’s net interest income increased by 62% from ZWL220 million in 2021 to ZWL399 million in 2022. This shows that the bank's lending activities grew significantly during the yea

May 02, 2023
Zimbabwe
First Capital Bank seeks to sweat assets by targeting public service

The promotion is just one of a range of activities that First Capital Bank is offering to unlock value in the new term. In 2022, the Bank invested heavily in revamping its digital platforms, and custo

May 11, 2023
Zimbabwe
Nedbank in Solid Start to 2023

Nedbank warned that risks to its full-year outlook are rising from South Africa’s weakening economy, where growth has been hit by power cuts, weak global demand, and rising rates.

Jun 02, 2023
South Africa
Standard Bank Group Expects Strong Earnings Growth Despite Challenging Economic Environment

Standard Bank Group's banking activities recorded revenue growth in excess of 20% higher than the same period in the previous year, driven by higher-than-expected average interest rates and good balan

Jun 20, 2023
World
State of the Zimbabwean Banking Sector : The Chase to Zero

During the first half of 2023, the banking sector experienced notable changes in various key indicators. One such indicator was the aggregate total loans, which saw a significant increase of 9.76% in

Oct 23, 2023
Companies
Innbucks Microbank Electrifies New Products: Nano Loans, Loyalty Programs, and More

Innbucks Microbank, a prominent microfinance institution, has unveiled its ambitious plans to expand its product offerings and drive growth in the second half of the 2024 financial year. With a strong

Apr 16, 2024
Zimbabwe
Zimswitch Payment Conference Set to Revolutionize the Financial Landscape with Cutting-Edge Insights.

Zabron Chilakalaka, Zimswitch CEO, expressed his enthusiasm, "We are thrilled to present the Zimswitch Payments Conference, which promises to be an enriching and transformative experience for all atte

Jul 17, 2024

Top Stories

Simbisa Customer Counts reaches 12.1miliion in Q1 2025

Simbisa Brands, Zimbabwe's largest fast-food outlet, has opened a net total of 57 new company-operated stores between 30 September 2023 and 30 September 2024 with 5 opened in the first quarter of the

Nov 22, 2024

First Capital's Non-Performing Loan Ratio Falls Below 3% Amid Restructuring

First Capital Bank has posted a solid third-quarter performance, driven by a restructuring exercise aimed at enhancing its operating model. In the banking sector, restructuring refers to the process

Nov 22, 2024

Mining Sector Sees 9% Average Growth, but Energy Deficit Deepens

The mining industry have seen a significant growth with an average of 9% per annum, mainly spared by lithium sector projects and production of iron and steel. According to GlobalData, Zimbabwe is the

Nov 22, 2024

Proplastics Reports Subdued YTD Performance with Production, Sales Down

Proplastics, a premier plastics products manufacturer and distributor, reported subdued year-to-date (YTD) results for the nine months ended September 30, 2024. The company experienced a 5% contractio

Nov 21, 2024

Pomona City Drives Westprop's Q3 Robust Performance

WestProp Holdings, a prominent real estate company's customer contracts have surged by 35% contributing an increase of 11%  to its year-to-date revenue in a trading update for the period ended 30 Sept

Nov 20, 2024

EcoCash Holdings’ HY Performance: Posts 185% Deposits Surge, 91% Loan Growth

EcoCash Holdings reported a 185% surge in deposits to ZWG1.37 billion for the six months ended August 31, 2024, compared to ZWG483 million in the corresponding 2023 period. This significant growth wa

Nov 20, 2024

Zimplow Holdings on Recovery Path: Q3 Performance Sparks Optimism

Zimplow Holdings Limited reported a 12% decline in topline to US$20.6 million, in the thrird quarter to 30 September 2024 compared to the prior year according to the company’s latest trading update.

Nov 20, 2024

NMB Loan Book More Than Doubles in Q3, USD Denominates Deposits at 87%

NMB Zimbabwe's loan book expanded significantly, with loans and advances surging 110% to ZWG2.7 billion for the third quarter ended September 30, 2024. This growth was driven by the bank's successful

Nov 19, 2024