Source: Zim embraces digitalisation to strengthen business ties with China – herald
Obey Musiwa-Herald Reporter
IN an effort to strengthen Zimbabwe-China business cooperation, the Government is embracing digitalisation as a key tool to transform its business landscape to reduce corruption and streamline processes.
This move is expected to boost investor confidence, promote economic growth and enhance the overall business environment in Zimbabwe.
Speaking at an interface in Harare yesterday, Immigration principal officer Evidence Ruziwa said online portals were eliminating human interfacing which was proving problematic and disrupting processes.
“The online border management system will go a long way in bringing about the necessary efficiencies in our permit processing. We need to continue encouraging investors to make use of our online portal because we believe that it is going to bring in a lot of efficiencies,”she said.
The discussion proposed a single platform for businesses to access various services and information for the Government to reduce bureaucratic red tape and minimise opportunities for corruption.
Zimbabwe Republic Police Commissioner Abigail Moyo emphasised on key areas that impact business security between Chinese enterprises and the force. “As Chinese businesses expand their footprint in Zimbabwe, it is imperative that we maintain structured engagement. Security consciousness and adherence to legal requirements for the benefit of all stakeholders as we value cooperation between police and Chinese investors,”she said.
Commissioner Abigail Moyo encouraged continued communication and cooperation to ensure the safety and security of Chinese investors and their assets.
“Business operations must align with environmental laws to mitigate illegal mining, cyber security and digital protection.
“Enforcement of data protection laws to prevent unauthorised surveillance and cyber threats,”she added.
Southern African Research and Documentation Centre (SARDC) Executive Director Munetsi Madakufamba emphasised on a structured platform for regular consultations between the investors and the government of Zimbabwe.
“This can be done through the government totality of its institutions that regulate investment in the country.
“There is always room for improvement in our laws and investment regulatory framework as quite comparable with other countries,”said Mr Munetsi Madakufamba.
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