By Patience Gondo
THE Ministry of Industry and Commerce has reminded foreign owned businesses operating in reserved sectors to submit their regularisation plans by January 31, 2026, in line with Statutory Instrument 215 of 2025.
In a statement issued on 4 January the minister of industry and commerce Mangaliso Ndlovu said the requirement applies to all foreigners operating in reserved sectors and is part of the implementation of the Reserved Sector Regulations under SI 215 of 2025.
Ndlovu said regularisation plans must be submitted at any Ministry of Industry and Commerce office in Harare, Bulawayo, Masvingo, Mutare, Chinhoyi, Gweru, Bindura, Marondera, Gwanda and Lupane.
The ministry further advised stakeholders that submission of regularisation plans requires valid proof of payment of the Standards Development Fund (SDF) levy.
“SDF levies can now be paid directly at its offices located at Mukwati Building, a move intended to facilitate the ease of doing business,” said Ndlovu.
The ministry said all regularisation plans must be addressed to the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Industry, and Commerce.
The ministry also provided provincial contact persons and telephone numbers to assist stakeholders seeking further information and directed affected businesses to consult the ministry’s website for access to the full provisions of SI 215 of 2025.