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Zimbabwe's Minister Proposes 24-Hour Economy for Growth

9/21/2025

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Zimbabwe's Finance Minister, Professor Mthuli Ncube, proposes a 24-hour economy to boost productivity and utilize off-peak electricity.
He believes the current eight-hour workday restricts growth and suggests learning from countries with continuous operations.
Business leaders support the idea but stress the need for reliable electricity and government backing for infrastructure.
Concerns exist over increased labor costs for night shifts, with no compensation packages announced.
The initiative's success depends on investments in power, transport, and safety measures.

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Story summary

Zimbabwe's Finance Minister, Professor Mthuli Ncube, proposes a 24-hour economy to boost productivity and utilize off-peak electricity.
He believes the current eight-hour workday restricts growth and suggests learning from countries with continuous operations.
Business leaders support the idea but stress the need for reliable electricity and government backing for infrastructure.
Concerns exist over increased labor costs for night shifts, with no compensation packages announced.
The initiative's success depends on investments in power, transport, and safety measures.