Zimbabwe: Harare Cuts Business Licence Fees to Spur Investment and Formalisation

Harare City Council has announced major reductions in business licence fees for 2026 saying the move is intended to boost investment, encourage formalisation and support economic recovery in the capital.

Presenting the city’s proposed municipal budget Finance Committee chairperson Councillor Costa Mande said the tariff overhaul follows a government directive for local authorities to lower charges for businesses.

“In line with the national directive, the City of Harare has recalibrated its 2026…