Africa-Press – Zimbabwe. THE Municipality of Kariba has revised its taxes and levies for 2026, with authorities saying the new tariff structure is aimed at boosting revenue to support critical development projects.
The council faces a financial imbalance, being owed about ZiG119 million by residents and ratepayers, while owing creditors approximately ZiG70 million.
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The detailed tariff structure, based on the 2024 general valuation roll and rebased in US dollars using the January 2025 interbank rate, covers a wide range of residential, commercial and industrial charges.
Residential taxes vary by zone and stand size, with low-density areas paying more than high-density zones.
A stand in Zone 1 (Heights/Aerial Hill/Hospital/Boulder Ridge) attracts a proposed rate of US$540 per unit for those with a minimum size of 750m2.
Kariba financial services director Saratiere Chitenhe acknowledged the financial pressures the local authority is grappling with.
“The council is working flat out to address developmental issues such as the servicing of Kasese stands which need US$5 million and the Baobab Bridge extension which requires US$4,5 million,” Chitenhe told a ward development committee meeting.
Chitenhe also highlighted the importance of timely payment under the new tariffs.
“Residents and businesses must understand the importance of paying their dues on time as this revenue is essential for sustaining services and delivering on development commitments.”
Council’s recent financial update showed that as of July 31, 2025, the municipality had collected only ZiG2 031 344 out of the estimated billed ZiG4 042 389, leaving an outstanding debt of ZiG2 011 344.
The outstanding balance from the collected funds will be utilised for the next project in 2025.
The new tariff structure is intended to generate the necessary funds to support development ambitions, while balancing the financial demands on the community.
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