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AEDS economic review policy dialogue
Zimbabwe Economic Pulse

Mid-Term Economic Review 2026

A high-level policy dialogue focused on economic stability, policy choices and the 2026/2027 outlook.

Upcoming AEDS event

Mid-Term Economic Review and Policy Dialogue

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1-3 July 202608:00-17:00 CATCresta Lodge, Msasa
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About AEDS and ZEP

Africa Economic Development Strategies provides evidence-based policy research, advisory services and convening platforms. The Zimbabwe Economic Pulse is an AEDS analytical platform that tracks macroeconomic performance, sector dynamics, policy risks and outlook issues for decision-makers.

Purpose

Take stock of the first six months of economic performance
Inform the mid-term budget and monetary policy review
Provide independent, evidence-based economic insights
Build consensus on critical policy issues

Policy Dialogue Focus

The dialogue examines fiscal and monetary policy, industry, mining, agriculture, investment, public finance, geopolitical risks and policy choices required to reinforce economic stability.

Tentative Programme

Electronic conference programme

Mid-Term Economic Review and Policy Dialogue

2 July 2026 Facilitator: Linda Muriro
Time
Programme Activity
Presenter / Responsible Person
08:00 – 08:25
Registration
ASAEDS Secretariat
08:25 – 08:30
Welcome Remarks
Farai MatanhireDr Farai Matanhire, AEDS’ Board Chairman
Focus on the State of the Economy
08:30 – 08:35
Stakeholders’ Voice: A Trailer (Video)
AllAll
08:35 – 09:00
Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe’s Perspective on the State of the Economy and Monetary Policy Measures aimed at Entrenching Economic Stability
John MushayavanhuDr John Mushayavanhu, Governor, Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe
09:00 – 09:25
The Mid Term Economic Review and 2026/27 Outlook
Gift MuganoExecutive Director, Africa Economic Development Strategies, Professor Gift Mugano
09:25 – 09:35
Panel Discussion
Brains MuchemwaBrains Muchemwa, CEO Oxlink CapitalCornelius DubeDr Cornelius Dube, Chief Economist, CZI
09:35 – 10:00
Plenary Session
AllAll
10:00 – 10:15
Tea Break
AllAll
Focus on Structural Policies
10:15 – 10:45
Industrial Policy Measures aimed at Fostering Local Content, Industrial Transformation and Export Diversification
Nqobizitha Mangaliso NdhlovuMinister of Industry and Commerce, Hon Nqobizitha Mangaliso Ndhlovu
10:45 – 11:05
Repositioning the Mining Sector as a key Driver of Economic Transformation
Polite KambumuraHon Dr Polite Kambumura, Minister of Mines and Mining Development
11:05 – 11:25
Repositioning Zimbabwe as a Regional Food Hub
Obert JiriProf Obert Jiri, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture, Mechanisation and Water Development
11:25 – 11:45
The Tight Balancing Act on the 2026 Budget in the face of External Shocks
George GuvamatangaMr George Guvamatanga, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion
11:45 – 12:05
Locating Mutapa Investment Fund into the Zimbabwe Economic Transformation Plan
John MangudyaDr John Mangudya, CEO, Mutapa Investment Fund
12:05 – 12:20
Panel Discussion
WDMr Wellington Dangarembizi, MD, Hunyani HoldingsLawrence NyazemaMr Lawrence Nyazema, CEO, CBZ HoldingsTafadzwa MusararaDr Tafadzwa Musarara, Chairman, Grain Millers Association of Zimbabwe
12:20 – 12:35
Plenary Discussion
AllAll
12:35 – 12:55
Major Observations & Policy Recommendations: The Position Paper
Richard KamidzaDr Richard Kamidza, Policy Research & Advisory Director, AEDS
12:55 – 13:00
Vote of Thanks
Pretty NyathiMs Pretty Nyathi, AEDS’ Economics & Strategy Director
13:10 – 14:00
Lunch
AllAll

Speakers & Contributors

Nqobizitha Mangaliso NdhlovuHon Nqobizitha Mangaliso NdhlovuMinister of Industry and Commerce
John MushayavanhuDr John MushayavanhuGovernor, Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe
Polite KambumuraHon Dr Polite KambumuraMinister of Mines and Mining Development
George GuvamatangaMr George GuvamatangaPermanent Secretary, Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion
John MangudyaDr John MangudyaCEO, Mutapa Investment Fund
Obert JiriProf Obert JiriPermanent Secretary, Ministry of Agriculture, Mechanisation and Water Development
Richard KamidzaDr Richard KamidzaPolicy Research & Advisory Director, AEDS
Gift MuganoProfessor Gift MuganoExecutive Director, Africa Economic Development Strategies
Mr Wellington DangarembiziMD, Hunyani Holdings
Lawrence NyazemaMr Lawrence NyazemaCEO, CBZ Holdings
Tafadzwa MusararaDr Tafadzwa MusararaChairman, Grain Millers Association of Zimbabwe
Brains MuchemwaBrains MuchemwaCEO, Oxlink Capital
Cornelius DubeDr Cornelius DubeChief Economist, CZI
Pretty NyathiMs Pretty NyathiEconomics & Strategy Director, AEDS

Expected Outcomes

Evidence-based policy recommendations
Improved understanding and confidence among stakeholders
Shared vision on the state of the economy
Strengthened consensus on policy positions
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Dialogue Materials

Brochure & Programme

Download the electronic brochure for the Mid-Term Economic Review and High-Level Policy Dialogue 2026, including the full tentative programme, speaker profiles, sponsorship packages, and registration details.

Sponsorship Packages

Platinum Sponsor — US$7,000
Gold Sponsor — US$5,000
Silver Sponsor — US$2,500
Session Sponsor — US$1,500
Gift Sponsor — US$1,000

Contact the AEDS Secretariat for the full sponsorship benefits breakdown.

For Registration Contact

Charity Chataika
Events & Sponsorship Executive
+263 772 663 578
charity.chataika@aedsafrica.com
Ms Rejoice Mutandiro
Business Development
+263 774 810 689
rejoice.mutandiro@aedsafrica.com
Ms Grace Khalawo
Business Development
+263 774 810 689
grace.khalawo@aedsafrica.com

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