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HARARE \u2013 The Zimbabwean government has announced an intensified crackdown on suppliers and manufacturers who refuse to transact in Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) or charge parallel market exchange rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
This initiative aims to ensure compliance with national financial regulations and stabilize the economy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
During the presentation of the 2025 National Budget, Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion Minister Mthuli Ncube emphasized the government’s commitment to addressing non-compliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThe Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU), which has primarily concentrated on enforcement within the retail sector, is now broadening its scope to target non-compliant manufacturers and suppliers,\u201d Ncube stated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He added that FIU offices will soon be established in areas beyond Harare to enhance monitoring and enforcement efforts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Finance Minister assured that the FIU will take decisive action against businesses that reject ZiG or adopt parallel market rates, stating,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe will not tolerate businesses that undermine our currency and economic stability.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Oliver Chiperesa, the FIU Director General, confirmed that bank accounts of manufacturers and suppliers found violating these regulations have already been frozen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cSome manufacturers and suppliers continue to restrict the volume of ZiG they accept from downstream traders, which remains a challenge,\u201d Chiperesa said.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
He noted the implementation of a \u201cdual approach of engagement and enforcement,\u201d emphasizing that several accounts have already been frozen and penalties imposed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Chiperesa also highlighted the potential benefits of enhanced compliance within the manufacturing sector.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cImproved compliance will generate positive ripple effects across the entire supply chain, ultimately benefiting consumers,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, some manufacturers have defended their pricing strategies amid the crackdown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
One manufacturer, who requested anonymity, explained,<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe set prices that allow us to sustain production. Pricing policies that make operations unsustainable would lead to shutdowns. There is a need for engagement to foster mutual understanding.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n
As the government ramps up its efforts to enforce compliance, the future of businesses that rely on alternative pricing strategies remains uncertain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The initiative aims to stabilize the economy and restore confidence in the local currency, but it also raises questions about the balance between regulation and sustainable business practices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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