CABS commits more funding in key sectors of the economy

Staff Writer

Banking unit CABS says it is committed to playing its part in the economic development of the country and, as a financier, has provided working capital and capital expenditure loans to the productive sectors of the economy.

Managing Director Mehluli Mpofu, in a statement of financials for the year ended December 31, 2024, said CABS was active in the agriculture and mining sectors as well

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Zimre Holdings to raise capital from Botswana and VFEX

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ZIMRE Holdings says group insurance revenue amounted to US$61.86 million in 2024 compared to US$50 million in the prior year, and the bulk of it came from reinsurance business, which accounted for 78 percent.

This was followed by life and pensions business at 18 per cent and short-term insurance at 4 percent.

Net investment income was US$12.62 million, while non-insurance income amounted

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Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe Launches Business Clinics to Empower SMEs

Staff Writer

HARARE: Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe has launched a series of Level Up Business Clinics at its Incubator Hub, aimed at equipping small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) with the tools to address their business challenges and enhance their growth prospects.

The clinics, which follow the success of the bank’s Starter Up Incubation programme inaugurated last year, will support 63 entrepreneurs

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Old Mutual Celebrates 12 Years of Impact as Title Sponsor of ICAZ Charity Golf Tournament

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HARARE, Old Mutual says it is proud to continue its longstanding role as the title sponsor of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Zimbabwe (ICAZ) Charity Golf Tournament, held on April 4, 2025.

For over 12 years, this partnership has brought together golfing enthusiasts and industry leaders, all united in the common goal of supporting vital educational initiatives and community

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CBZ Holdings insurance cluster secures key partnerships

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CBZ Holdings says its insurance cluster secured key partnerships and affinities in 2024 and increased dollarisation of the book to 83 per cent.

The group’s insurance units include CBZ Life, CBZ Insurance and CBZ Risk Advisory. This is in addition to the group’s other subsidiaries in banking, investments, wealth management, mortgages and retail finance.

In the year to December 31, 2024,

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Banks can leverage on insurance

Staff Writer

HARARE, By embracing insurance, Zimbabwean banks can enhance their services, drive growth, and improve financial inclusion.

As the industry continues to evolve, innovative partnerships and customer-centric approaches will be crucial to success.

Integrating insurance into banking services offers numerous benefits

>Increased Customer Loyalty: By providing insurance products, banks can

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Ecocash Holdings to rebrand following shareholder changes

Staff Writer

HARARE, Econet Wireless Zimbabwe Ltd says its subsidiary, Ecocash Holdings, is in the process of changing its name to remove the reference to EcoCash as the Company no longer owns EcoCash and the other Fintech businesses.

This comes as in  April 2024, Econet Wireless Zimbabwe Limited and EcoCash Holdings Zimbabwe Limited concluded a Scheme of Reconstruction whereby all the Financial

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