Zimbabwe’s public debt has surged by $3 billion to $21 billion following the recapitalization of the Mutapa Investment Fund. The fund received $1.9 billion, while $900 million was allocated to the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe. Critics argue that the fund lacks transparency, raising concerns about governance and financial oversight. Analysts warn that this debt increase could jeopardize Zimbabwe’s ability to secure debt relief from international creditors. The government faces growing pressure to provide more accountability regarding the fund’s operations, as economic challenges and high debt levels continue to strain the country’s financial stability.
Source: The Africa Report