2026 Budget Prioritises Microinsurance to Shield low-income Zimbabweans
Government has announced plans to strengthen the microinsurance framework to enhance social protection for low-income households and micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). According to the 2026 National Budget Statement, microinsurance continues to play a vital role in cushioning vulnerable communities against financial shocks, with statistics pointing to at least 70 per cent of the […]
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Insurance Sector Set for Growth as NDS 2 Prioritises Market Reform
Zimbabwe’s insurance sector is expected to enter a period of renewed growth and greater competitiveness as Government implements targeted reforms under NDS 2. According to the Strategy, macro-economic stability will provide the foundation for a vibrant insurance market, supported by specific measures aimed at strengthening industry performance and retaining value within the domestic economy. The […]
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The pension sector is set for significant transformation under NDS 2, which outlines reforms aimed at widening coverage, strengthening sustainability and enhancing confidence among contributors and retirees. As of 2025, pension coverage is below 40% of the labour force, but Government aims to increase this to at least 45% by 2030. “This will be achieved […]
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Confidence in Long-Term Savings Key to National Development: NDS2
The recently launched National Development Strategy 2 (NDS 2) 2026–2030 places the restoration of confidence in long-term savings at the centre of financial sector reforms. The Strategy recognises the crucial role that insurance and pension funds play in mobilising stable, long-duration capital for national development. NDS 2 underscores that a robust insurance and pensions industry […]
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