The Eastern Caucus (TECa)

Welcome to TECa, where we believe in a Zimbabwe where all citizens freely participate, realize, and enjoy their economic potential. Our mission is to amplify ordinary voices, championing the values of individual liberty and private sector-led growth to build a prosperous future for everyone. We’re dedicated to empowering communities, fostering dialogue, and driving policy changes that unlock the economic potential of Zimbabweans across the nation. Explore our programs, join our initiatives, and be part of the movement towards a more  prosperous Zimbabwe

OUR VISION

Zimbabweans freely participate, realize and enjoy their economic potential .

OUR MISSION

To amplify ordinary voices to promote values of individual liberty, private sector led growth, and prosperity for all.

Discover Our Programs

TECa PROJECTS drives community development through economic advocacy (MyTaxMyVoice, Economic Freedom Audit), entrepreneurial support (Business Innovation/Incubation Hubs), inclusivity (Women’s Club), environmental action, and research-driven initiatives.

TECa PROJECTS

 

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Zimbabweans bemoan high bank charges

This week, the Zimbabwe Taxpayers Platform (ZITAP) wrote a formal letter to the Reserve Bank Governor Dr John Mushayavanhu asking for the central bank to engage the banking sector regarding the steep cost of banking in Zimbabwe. They ask for moral suasion and...
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ZIMRA Proposes Tax on Airbnb, E-hailing Services, Kombis and Trucks.

Staff Writer - According to the World Bank, Zimbabwe’s informal sector pays only 6% of taxes, with just one in five earning taxable income, highlighting a challenge the Government of Zimbabwe is facing of scaling up collection. The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)...
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ZITAP tax survey cornerstone of a fairer tax regime

Staff Writer – The Zimbabwe Taxpayers Platform (ZITAP) is conducting a nationwide survey to gather insights into the taxation experience in Zimbabwe. This initiative aims to provide valuable data to policymakers, ultimately contributing to the development of a more...
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Tax Perception Survey (TPS) enjoys enthusiastic response

Staff Writer – The Zimbabwe Tax Perception Survey (TPS), which we launched on Thursday, 25 September 2025, has received wide support and a growing response rate. The first survey of its nature by a local think-tank is intended to gather the taxpayers’ perceptions...
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Why a Taxpayers Perception Survey in Zimbabwe?

Staff Writer - The fiscal contract suggests that the government and the governed are bound by the relationship of taxation. For the relationship to be healthy and achieve positive outcomes for both the government and the governed, it has to be based on consultation....
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ZITAP launches the National Tax Survey

Staff Writer - The Zimbabwe Taxpayers Platform (ZITAP) is pleased to announce the official launch of the 2025 Tax Perceptions Survey, an important initiative designed to gather insights from citizens, businesses and stakeholders across the country.  The survey...
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TECA to host an economic competitiveness conference in November

The Eastern Caucus (TECa) is organising an international economic competitiveness conference in November 2025. The conference is scheduled to be held in Harare, and will be graced by senior government officials. The private sector, academia, the media, economists, and...
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RBZ must not force the ZiG on people

News that the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) leaders say debate on the literal banning of the usage of the United States dollar as a currency of trade in Zimbabwe is worrying. We plead with the central bank to learn from history, including the reality that people and...
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ZITAP launches ‘Parliamentary Tax Watch’ program…As MPs advocate fairer taxes

The Zimbabwe Taxpayers Platform (ZITAP) recently launched the Parliamentary Tax Watch program to monitor and influence tax legislative reform. MPs are increasing the pressure on the government to rethink Zimbabwe’s tax system, arguing that tax reforms for citizens and...
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Digital Currency Debate Meets Tax Barrier 

Zimbabwe needs a strong currency to improve its development prospects. This is the message that different experts have been repeating. The 2024 Economic Freedom Audit Report (ZEFA) highlighted that Zimbabwe’s economic competitiveness was being hampered by low scores...
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