THE Institute of Chartered Accountants of Zimbabwe (ICAZ) is in advanced discussions with United Kingdom–based professional bodies to finalise a new mutual recognition agreement, a development set to significantly expand international opportunities for Zimbabwean accountants. The agreement, which is expected to be signed by April, will enable locally trained chartered accountants to access global markets more easily, boosting the international portability and recognition of Zimbabwean qualifications. ICAZ president Emmanuel Mudefi said the initiative forms part of the institute's broader strategy to enhance professional mobility, strengthen the competitiveness of the local accounting...