Diverse Business Consultancy

09/06/2026

📊 Numbers are like words — together they tell your business story.

Don’t spend without keeping track of your transactions, or you risk losing year after year.
✅ Account for every dollar received.
✅ Set a strong precedent as a business with a vision to grow.

At Diverse Business Consultancy, we are your partner of first choice in:

Accounting & Tax Advisory

Company Secretarial Services

Compliance & Business Growth

Let’s build your story with numbers that speak success.

05/06/2026

✅ Reliable & Professional Accounting Services ✅

Looking for trusted financial guidance? Look no further than Diverse Business Consultancy.

We understand that managing finances can feel daunting — that’s why our skilled accountants provide personalized solutions to help you achieve your goals.

💼 Our Services:
***Bookkeeping
***Payroll Processing
***Tax Preparation & Planning
***Financial & Management Accounting
***Consulting for informed decisions & improved operations

🤝 At Diverse Business Consultancy, we build strong client relationships and deliver tailored solutions with excellent customer service.

📞 Call/WhatsApp: 071 422 1924
🏢 30 Munro Road, Cranborne, Harare
✉️ [email protected]

29/05/2026

🇿🇼 TAX REGISTRATION IN ZIMBABWE — 2026 UPDATE 🇿🇼

📜 Legal Framework
• Income Tax Act [Chapter 23:06] → Mandatory registration (Part IIIA, Sections 25A–25D).
• Revenue Authority Act [Chapter 23:11] → Establishes ZIMRA & TINs.
• VAT Act [Chapter 23:12] → Compulsory VAT registration once turnover exceeds USD $25,000 (ZiG equivalent).
• Finance Act No. 7 of 2025 → Updated brackets, presumptive tax, compliance rules.
💡 Standard VAT Rate: 15.5% (effective 2025).

🏢 Who Must Register?
✅ Companies → within 30 days of incorporation
✅ Sole Traders & Partnerships → if earning taxable income
✅ Employers → for PAYE
✅ Trusts & NGOs → if engaging in taxable activities
✅ VAT Operators → compulsory if turnover > USD $25,000

⚖️ Penalties for Non Compliance
❌ Failure to register → fines, interest, backdated assessments (Section 25C)
❌ Late VAT registration → backdated VAT + penalties
❌ Operating unregistered → compulsory registration + prosecution

✅ Compliance Checklist (2026)
• Obtain Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN) via ZIMRA TaRMS portal
• Register for Income Tax
• Register for VAT if turnover > USD $25,000
• Register for PAYE if employing staff
• Maintain proper records for 6 years
• Apply for Tax Clearance Certificate (ITF263) periodically

📌 Key Takeaway: Tax registration in Zimbabwe is compulsory. The VAT threshold is USD $25,000 per annum (ZiG equivalent). Non compliance = penalties, backdated tax, and possible prosecution.
📞 Call/WhatsApp: 071 422 1924
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Visit: 30 Munro Road, Cranborne, Harare

22/05/2026

📘 Did You Know? – Proper Books of Account Matter!
It is a statutory requirement in Zimbabwe that every company must keep proper books of account reflecting its operations. These records must give a true and fair view of the company’s financial position and explain all transactions.

📊 A Complete Set of Financial Statements Includes:
Statement of Profit or Loss and Other Comprehensive Income

Statement of Changes in Equity

Statement of Financial Position

Statement of Cash Flows

Notes to the Financial Statements

🌍 Corporate Governance & Integrated Reporting
With the evolution of corporate governance, Zimbabwe has adopted its own Code on Corporate Governance, based on the “apply or explain” principle. This code encourages companies to embrace integrated reporting, guided by the International Integrated Reporting Council (IIRC).

🧩 An Integrated Report Should Cover:
Strategy

Governance

Performance (Financial & Non‑Financial)

Prospects or Future Outlook

These elements combine into one comprehensive report — promoting transparency, integrity, and accountability to all stakeholders: shareholders, employees, customers, government, and the financial community.

At Diverse Business Consultancy, we ensure your financial statements and reports comply with Zimbabwean law, IAS, IFRS, and corporate governance codes — helping your business display the highest standards of professionalism and trust.

📞 Call/WhatsApp: 071 422 1924
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Visit: 30 Munro Road, Cranborne, Harare

20/05/2026

✅ Cut Costs Through Compliance ✅

One of the smartest cost‑cutting measures for any business is strict compliance with laws and regulations.

💡 Ask yourself:

Have you registered for tax?

Have you lodged your annual returns?

Are your tax submissions up to date?

Are you maintaining proper books of account?

Is your business registered under Zimbabwean law?

❌ If your answer to any of the above is NO, then you’ve come to the right place.

At Diverse Business Consultancy, we handle all your registrations and submissions — keeping you audit‑ready, compliant, and protected.

📞 Call/WhatsApp: 071 422 1924
📧 Email: [email protected]
📍 Visit: 30 Munro Road, Cranborne, Harare

15/05/2026

Verify Company Registration in Zimbabwe | Protect Against Fake Documents

In today’s business environment, due diligence is essential. Whether you are extending credit facilities, engaging suppliers, or onboarding new clients, verifying company registration documents protects you from fraud and reputational risk.

⚠️ A Real‑World Case
Fifteen years ago, Mr A believed he owned a legally registered company. He had received “registration papers” from an agent. ----When we attempted to file annual returns, the company could not be found in the official registry. The documents turned out to be fake:
-Company number and name missing from the database
-Receipt numbers invalid
-Signatures unrecognized
-Originals withheld under false pretenses

👉 Lesson: Never assume documents are genuine without verification.
✅ How to Verify Company Registration
When presented with company papers, follow these steps:
-Search the Companies Registry (Harare or Bulawayo): Match the company number and name against the official file.
-Check core details: Directors, shareholders, addresses, and registration dates must align.
-Review activity: Look for changes in directors and annual return submissions.
-Ask questions: Seek clarity from registry officials if anything is unclear.
-For online registrations (post‑March 2024): Scan the QR Code on documents to confirm authenticity in the database.

🌐 Beyond Registration
Verification doesn’t end at the registry. Strengthen your due diligence by checking:
-Whether the company operates from its stated address
-If it maintains an active bank account
-Whether listed directors are still in office
-Its digital footprint — reviews, reputation, and online presence
Only after passing these checks should you proceed with business.

📌 Need Expert Support?
Do you want to register a company, change directors, or update annual returns? Do you need transactions handled with professional corporate secretarial support?

The Diverse Business Consultancy Team is ready to assist — ensuring your business is compliant, protected, and positioned for growth.

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08/05/2026

💰 Struggling to Secure a Valid Tax Clearance Certificate?
We understand the frustration — let The Diverse Team handle it for you while you focus on growing your business!

⚠️ Did You Know?
The Withholding Tax rate increased from 10% to 30% effective 1 January 2022.

Other crucial updates affect fiscalization, registration thresholds, employment income tax, and tenant withholding tax.

If you’re trading without a valid tax clearance, you could lose 30% of your invoice amount — directly impacting your cash flow.

🧾 Our Tax Services
New registration on the TaRMS platform
Employment tax (PAYE) submissions
Provisional Taxes (QPDs)
Value Added Tax (VAT)
Capital Gains Tax (CGT)
Tax Planning
Tax file maintenance

📍 Visit us: 30 Munro Road, Cranborne, Harare
📞 Call: +263 242 748 189
💬 WhatsApp: +263 714 221 924
📧 Email: [email protected]

27/04/2026

Compliance Builds Confidence

Every company in Zimbabwe is required by law to keep proper books of account. This is not just paperwork — it is the foundation of trust, transparency, and sustainable growth.
👉 Records must show all money received and spent.
👉 They must reflect sales, purchases, assets, and liabilities.
👉 They protect shareholders, creditors, and directors from risk.

Failure to comply can lead to penalties, loss of credibility, or even deregistration. But when your books are audit ready, you gain:
👉 Stronger governance
👉 Better decision making
👉 Smooth tax compliance
👉 A reputation built on integrity

At Diverse Business Consultancy, we stand as your compliance partner — helping you meet statutory obligations while building resilient businesses.

💡 Remember: Proper books are not just a legal requirement; they are a business survival tool.

20/04/2026

COMPLIANCE ADVISORY: RE REGISTRATION DEADLINE EXTENDED

Following the recent gazetting of Statutory Instrument 76 of 2026, the government of Zimbabwe has officially extended the mandatory re-registration deadline for all companies and Private Business Corporations (PBCs).

The new legal deadline is 20th April 2028. While this provides significant "breathing room," businesses are encouraged to finalize their migration to the new digital registry early to avoid operational disruptions with banks and other authorities.

Don’t Wait Until 2028!
Although the legal "strike-off" date has moved, being compliant remains a priority for daily operations. Use this period to:
• Update company records and director details.
• Clear all outstanding annual returns (a mandatory prerequisite for re-registration).
• Update your company records for all changes that have taken place.

Diverse Business Consultancy remains your proactive partner in navigating these changes — from annual returns update to company reregistration online.

15/04/2026

ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS

The Ministry of Justice has set 20 April 2026 as the final deadline for mandatory company re-registration under the Companies and Other Business Entities Act [Chapter 24:31].

FAILURE TO COMPLY MEANS
 Automatic deregistration from the Registrar of Companies.
 Loss of legal status to operate.
 Restrictions on corporate banking and financial transactions.

WHAT YOU NEED TO DO
 Begin the re-registration process immediately.
 Secure your updated registration certificate.
 Submit it to your bank to avoid disruptions.

At Diverse Business Consultancy, we’re here to guide you through every step — from documentation audits to smooth KYC updates — ensuring your business remains compliant, audit-ready, and uninterrupted.

Message us today to start your re-registration journey with confidence.