About HEF
Policy Research & Analysis
Conduct in-depth research on Zimbabwe's economic issues (inflation, unemployment, trade, public finance, investment).
Economic Dialogue Facilitation
Neutral platform for discussions between government, private sector, academia, and civil society.
Policy Advisory Services
Offer policy recommendations and technical advice to government and legislators.
Public Awareness & Advocacy
Educate the public through reports, events, and media engagement.
Capacity Building
Train youth, entrepreneurs, and officials on economic literacy and leadership.
Think Tank & Knowledge Hub
Center for economic knowledge generation, innovation, and policy experimentation.
Bridge Between Sectors
Connect public policymakers with private sector players and researchers.
Monitoring & Evaluation Agent
Track progress on economic policy implementation and impact.
Convenor of Stakeholders
Host roundtables, conferences, and public lectures for multi-stakeholder dialogues.
Annual Harare Economic Review
Publish an annual report analyzing Zimbabwe's economic performance and forecasts.
Policy Brief Series
Release concise briefs on monetary policy, taxation, energy, and trade.
Economic Indices Development
Develop local indicators like the Harare Business Confidence Index.
Youth & Entrepreneurship Programs
Initiatives to support youth in economics and entrepreneurial skills.
Engagement with Parliament
Provide technical support to parliamentary committees and ministries.
International Economic Partnerships
Facilitate engagement with global organizations to align Zimbabwe's economic agenda.
Central Platform for Dialogue
Stakeholder Engagement: HEF brings together government, private sector, academia, and civil society to discuss economic challenges and solutions.
Policy Influence: Acts as a think tank to influence evidence-based economic policy.
Economic Strategy & Vision
Long-term Planning: Helps define a coherent, inclusive economic vision for Harare's future.
City Branding: Positions Harare as a forward-thinking economic hub in Southern Africa.
Investment Promotion
Attracting FDI: Acts as a gateway for foreign investors by presenting Harare's economic opportunities in a structured forum.
Local Investment Mobilisation: Encourages local businesses and entrepreneurs to invest in city growth.
Innovation & Entrepreneurship
Startup Ecosystem Support: Hosts incubators, pitch sessions, and accelerator programs.
Knowledge Exchange: Facilitates collaboration between tech hubs, universities, and entrepreneurs.
Public-Private Sector Coordination
Bridging Gaps: Creates channels for public-private partnerships (PPPs) in infrastructure, energy, and digital transformation.
Accountability Platform: Allows businesses to hold public institutions accountable for reforms.
Regional & Global Integration
Networking: Connects Harare to other economic forums globally (e.g., World Economic Forum).
City Diplomacy: Builds relationships with cities across Africa and beyond to share best practices and trade opportunities.
Job Creation & Skills Development
Workforce Readiness: Identifies skill gaps and recommends education and training programs.
Youth Empowerment: Gives young people a platform to engage in policy discussions and innovation.
Crisis Response & Economic Resilience
Pandemic/Economic Shocks: Acts as a rapid-response mechanism to mobilize experts and resources during crises.
Resilience Strategy: Focuses on diversifying the local economy and reducing dependence on fragile sectors.
Data & Research Hub
Local Economic Data: Provides accurate, independent analysis on the city's economic performance.
Policy Monitoring: Tracks progress of government reforms and business environment indicators.
Inclusive Growth
Social Justice & Equity: Prioritizes economic inclusion for women, informal traders, and marginalized communities.
Urban-Rural Linkages: Strengthens the economic relationship between Harare and its surrounding rural areas.