Enhancing the economic well-being of women has been one of the major priorities of the government of Zimbabwe and this has been successfully done through initiatives such as the Women Development Funds which are credit facilities aimed at addressing the challenges of collateral and the high interest rates charged by banks for women. The Funds have assisted women, among other things, in developing businesses in various sectors, improving their economic status. More information on the status of women in the economic sector in Zimbabwe is highlighted in this factsheet.
