Kudakwashe Vhenge

Communications and Advocacy Officer @ Ministry of Finance and Economic Development. Media Researcher, MA Candidate

[MOFED&IP @ZimTreasury]

CALL FOR PUBLIC SUBMISSIONS

The Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion invites all stakeholders to submit their inputs and proposals for consideration in the 2026 Mid-Term Budget and Economic Review and the 2027 Budget Strategy Paper.

Stakeholder contributions are essential in shaping policies that promote sustainable economic growth, macroeconomic stability, and national development.

Submit your contributions to: [email protected]

Deadline for submissions: 24 June 2026

Your views matter. Participate in shaping Zimbabwe's economic future.

[MOFED&IP @ZimTreasury]

Paying taxes is a civic duty that enables Government to provide essential public services, invest in infrastructure and drive national development towards Vision 2030. The Ministry of Finance in collaboration with ZIMRA, conducted a Tax Education Campaign across Mashonaland West Province, covering Kariba, Hurungwe and Zvimba districts.

As we come to the end of the National Tax Education Campaign, which has been running across the country since last year, the programme has recorded notable successes in raising awareness on tax compliance and civic responsibility. Encouragingly, ZIMRA recorded an increase in new tax registrations towards the end of last year, reflecting growing public appreciation of the role taxes play in national development.

Taxes play a critical role in financing infrastructure development, healthcare, education, water and sanitation services and social protection programmes among others. Every compliant taxpayer contributes towards building an empowered and prosperous upper-middle-income society by 2030.

In Kariba, tax-funded investments are supporting key projects such as the Kariba Dam Rehabilitation Project, housing developments, water and sewer infrastructure upgrades, schools, clinics and markets. These projects improve livelihoods, create jobs and stimulate economic growth.

In Hurungwe and Karoi, development initiatives include road rehabilitation, support for SMEs and women-led businesses, construction of a Teachers’ College and modern market infrastructure. In Zvimba, investments in community halls, primary & secondary schools and hospitals are improving access to essential services and enhancing community development.
The Tax Education Campaign sought to promote voluntary tax compliance and enhance public understanding of how taxes contribute to national development.

Together, citizens, businesses and Government can strengthen service delivery and accelerate Zimbabwe’s journey towards an empowered upper-middle-income society.

[Kudakwashe Vhenge @KVhenge]

@zanupf_patriots Hey not again ooh Lord

[Kudakwashe Vhenge @KVhenge]

@Jamwanda2 "Do l need a passport to sell letuce ?"

[MOFED&IP @ZimTreasury]

The Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion joined His Excellency Dr. E.D.Mnangagwa and the nation in celebrating National Youth Day at Igava Training Centre in Marondera. ZimTreasury officials showcased and engaged stakeholders on the Ministry's youth empowerment initiatives, highlighting the youths' potential to drive economic transformation towards a prosperous and empowered economy by 2030

[Kudakwashe Vhenge @KVhenge]

@WaltJackman Before you plan for any outdoor event actually

[Kudakwashe Vhenge @KVhenge]

@cktzim @ZimTreasury @MthuliNcube @GGuvamatanga @AfDB_Group Thank you for the clarity Mkoma

[Kudakwashe Vhenge @KVhenge]

@cktzim @ZimTreasury @MthuliNcube @GGuvamatanga @AfDB_Group Its "Karoi, Makonde and Hurungwe Districts"

[MOFED&IP @ZimTreasury]

IMF MEETINGS

The Zimbabwe delegation had fruitful deliberations with the World Bank yesterday, where the Bank discussed the partnership, pledging more support even as Government works on coming to an agreement on the SMP with the IMF. Applauding the prudent fiscal and monetary policies, World Bank Regional Vice President for Eastern and Southern Africa Mr. Ndiame Diop said it was critical that Zimbabwe moves to the step of the dialogue, which is implementation of the SMP, a critical step towards arrears clearance.

Zimbabwe’s partnership with the World Bank recently resulted to the signing of one of the best Energy Compact Agreements in New York. This is expected to boost Zimbabwe’s energy sector through its focus on enhancing the energy value chain.
The meeting also discussed the job agenda, whose focus is to create dialogue on the support of key sectors such as manufacturing, mining and agriculture for job creation. Soon the World Bank and Zimbabwe will start work on a job strategy to prioritise and support the priority job enablers, enhance skills, transport systems and digital technologies needed to succeed.

Some of the country’s key macro-fiscal and monetary achievements include relative economic stability, a stable exchange rate, reduction of month-on-month inflation averaging 0.5%, increase in the current account surplus and reserves as well as operating on a strict cash budget.

[𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝒂𝒍𝒕 𝑶𝒇 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑬𝒂𝒓𝒕𝒉 @Shadaya_Knight]

Everybody always talks about how difficult it is for a woman to be pregnant

Nobody talks about the financial strain & emotional torture a man goes through when his woman is pregnant

He has to budget for the baby's arrival while dealing with constant craving demands from the pregnant woman

He literally becomes an errand boy and at the same time a therapist. That time he's expected to go for more than a year without sex, yet for a man, sex is a basic need

Men go through difficulty too during pregnancy, it's just that their difficulties are undermined

[MOFED&IP @ZimTreasury]

PRESS STATEMENT ON THE REVIEW OF BUSINESS REGULATIONS FOR LIVESTOCK AND DAIRY FARMING AND THE STOCKFEED SUB-SECTORS

Government has launched sweeping Ease of Doing Business reforms in the livestock, dairy & stockfeed sectors that has seen 20+ permits & levies scrapped or reduced, compliance costs slashed,investment encouraged and jobs & rural livelihoods boosted.

These reforms align with HE President @edmnangagwa’s vision under the mantra: “Zimbabwe is Open for Business.”

KEY REFORMS INTRODUCED

Registration Fees
• AMA farm reg. fee: now $1 flat
• Small/medium farmers: no certificate fee
• Dairy processor reg.: cut from $350 to $50 (once-off)
• Feed mfg. reg.: now $20 flat fee
Livestock Movement Permits
• Local authority duplicate permits: Abolished
• Clearance fees: cut from $10 per animal → $5 per herd

Import/Export Permits
• Livestock genetics import: $100 → $20
• Dairy exports: $900 → $10
• Meat export: $500 → $100

Health & Safety Compliance
• Health certificate: $300 → $100
• Abattoir setup fee: $350 → $50
• Veterinary reg.: $600 → $100
• Food handler health certs scrapped

EMA Fees
• Effluent disposal: $800 → $100

Water & Environment
•ZINWA abstraction fees abolished
•Groundwater permit: $10/farm
•EIA Licence: cut from 1.5% → 0.05% of project value (capped at $100,000)

Other Removals
• AMA livestock levy
• Biosafety permit
• CBCA certificate

These changes will:

•Lower costs for farmers & SMEs
•Encourage formalisation
•Attract investment
•Boost productivity
•Support rural jobs & development

These reforms will extend to other sectors, including:

•Transport
•Tourism
•Retail
& more.

Full breakdown of the reforms is available in the official press statement by Hon. Prof. @MthuliNcube, Minister of Finance, attached below.

[Kudakwashe Vhenge @KVhenge]

@AfricanHub_ "Chibage"...the same term is also used to refer to ugly girls in Zimbabwe

[Kudakwashe Vhenge @KVhenge]

@AFRICANDEMOC Sellout shame on him

[Saul Staniforth @SaulStaniforth]

At the ICJ this morning Blinne Ni Ghralaigh catalogues Israels violations (and defiance) of international law.

[The Herald Zimbabwe @HeraldZimbabwe]

The outgoing Tanzanian Ambassador to Zimbabwe Simon Nyakoro Sirro paid a farewell courtesy call on President Mnangagwa at State House in Harare.

[MOFED&IP @ZimTreasury]

Telone engineers today presented to Hon. Min. Prof. Mthuli Ncube, a Smart City Traffic Management System. In line with the Gvt's Smart Zimbabwe Agenda, this system will use hi-tech solutions to remotely monitor & control traffic, detect violations, & even collect traffic fines .

[Ministry of Information, Publicity & Broadcasting @InfoMinZW]

Permanent Secretary @nickmangwana has urged Ministry officials currently undergoing induction to stay abreast of advancements in the media sector &ensure that information reaches all corners of the country.He also emphasised the need to uphold the Ministry's culture of excellence

[Nick Mangwana @nickmangwana]

HWEDZA
Yesterday, Minister of State for Mashonaland East, Hon. @Vandudzo80, and Minister of Local Government, Hon. Garwe, jointly commissioned and handed over essential equipment to Hwedza Rural District Council.

The donated equipment includes:

- 2 Fire Tenders: to enhance emergency response capabilities
- 20 Tricycles: to improve councillors' mobility and accessibility in their wards
- Massey Ferguson 320 Tractor: to support agricultural development
- Drill Rig: to facilitate water resource management

This donation aims to improve the lives of Hwedza residents and enhance service delivery.

[Nick Mangwana @nickmangwana]

CHIKOMBA
The @MoHCCZim recently conducted a free eye screening program at Sadza Hospital in Chivhu, bringing the much-needed convenience to the local community.

The event, which was open to everyone with eye and sight problems, offered comprehensive eye assessments, diagnoses, and treatments from experienced opticians

[MOFED&IP @ZimTreasury]

In his address at #PAS25, US Secretary for Energy, Chris Wright, reiterated the centrality of coal in the Africa Energy basket. With vast coal resources, Zim has the potential to continue investments in this arena to compliment clean energy sources like solar.