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Zimbabwean diaspora drives property boom

Zimbabweans living abroad are increasingly turning to real estate as a way to maintain ties with their homeland, according to recent market trends. In 2024, diaspora remittances to Zimbabwe rose to US$2.2 billion, a 22% increase from 2023…

Published: 04 Sep 2025 at 07:36hrs | 129 | by Staff reporter

The rise of short-term loans in the UK

In recent years, financial flexibility has become increasingly important for individuals facing unexpected expenses or temporary cash flow challenges. One popular solution is to apply for a short-term loan online today with Fast Loan UK…

Published: 13 Aug 2025 at 23:12hrs | 598 | by Staff Reporter

MCAZ deploys tech to fight fake medicines

THE Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ) has embraced cutting-edge portable technology to combat substandard and falsified medicines, which continue to be of serious concern.The authority is now using handheld Raman and…

Published: 10 Aug 2025 at 19:16hrs | 89 | by Staff reporter

RBZ's to unlock over US$1 billion in remittances

In a bold move to revive Zimbabwe's struggling economy, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has announced a plan to securitize diaspora remittances, aiming to transform predictable inflows into investable financial instruments. Unveiled in…

Published: 10 Aug 2025 at 18:36hrs | 319 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe govt racks US$3m from nurses, blocks their diaspora dreams

The government is facing sharp criticism for withholding crucial verification letters from thousands of Zimbabwean nurses seeking to work abroad, despite collecting more than US$3.6 million from health professionals for processing the…

Published: 13 Jul 2025 at 11:31hrs | 169 | by Staff reporter

RBZ to launch diaspora-backed securities

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) is preparing to introduce securitised financial instruments backed by diaspora remittances, a bold move aimed at unlocking over US$1 billion in annual inflows from Zimbabweans abroad and channelling them…

Published: 04 Jul 2025 at 12:41hrs | 316 | by Staff reporter

We As Zimbabweans Are The Only Ones Who Must Rescue Our Health System

45 years on, the time for silence has passed. Every Zimbabwean, whether at home or in the diaspora, knows the painful truth, our health sector is crumbling. Hospitals without medicines, clinics without basic equipment and health workers…

Published: 05 May 2025 at 23:24hrs | 184 | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

'No to megaphone criticism'

Zimbabwe's Foreign Affairs and International Relations Minister, Professor Amon Murwira, has urged citizens living abroad to refrain from public criticism of national leaders and instead support the country's efforts toward international…

Published: 12 Apr 2025 at 13:43hrs | 141 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe engages diaspora community to boost investment

Zimbabwe's diaspora community plays a vital role in the country's development, and the Government is actively engaging them to facilitate access to investment opportunities, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Professor Amon…

Published: 28 Mar 2025 at 05:42hrs | 129 | by Staff reporter

Diaspora remittances surge 7,5% in February

Diaspora remittances to Zimbabwe grew by 7.5 percent in February 2025, reaching US$165 million, up from US$153.8 million in the same month last year. The increase highlights the continued importance of remittances as a key source of…

Published: 26 Mar 2025 at 06:46hrs | 142 | by Staff reporter

Harnessing the Zimbabwe diaspora for economic, social development

ZIMBABWE'S diaspora, estimated to exceed five million people, constitutes about 30% of the country's population.This global community represents a powerful resource with the potential to transform Zimbabwe's socio-economic landscape.With…

Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 21:08hrs | 379 | by Constantine Chikosi

SA-based Diaspora Kapita to issue US$10m bond in Zimbabwe

South Africa-based investment holding firm Diaspora Kapita (DK) is set to make waves in the Zimbabwean financial landscape as it prepares to list on the Victoria Falls Stock Exchange (VFEX) and raise up to US$10 million through a diaspora…

Published: 02 Dec 2024 at 07:16hrs | 198 | by Staff reporter

Diasporans to host homecoming business summit

Zimbabwean businesspeople based abroad will converge in Harare next month for the much-anticipated Zimbabwe Diaspora Homecoming and Celebration Business Summit. The event, set for December 20, will be held at the Golden Conifer Conference…

Published: 06 Nov 2024 at 07:03hrs | 188 | by Staff reporter

Diasporas gift Tsholotsho with private school

A dedicated group of Zimbabweans based in South Africa has mobilized resources to construct a state-of-the-art private boarding and day school in the Tsholotsho district of Matabeleland North province. The initiative aims to challenge the…

Published: 29 Oct 2024 at 07:39hrs | 577 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe sees US$16.3 billion in diaspora remittances over a decade

Zimbabwe has experienced a significant influx of diaspora remittances, totaling US$16.3 billion over the past ten years, as more Zimbabweans living abroad send money back home to support their families amid challenging economic conditions…

Published: 28 Oct 2024 at 07:05hrs | 402 | by Staff reporter

5 reasons Zimbabwean diaspora should choose Remitly

The flow of remittances to Zimbabwe is substantial, with diaspora remittances estimated at over US$1 billion annually, accounting for approximately 16% of the country's total foreign exchange receipts. This significant remittance network…

Published: 11 Oct 2024 at 16:00hrs | 363 | by Staff reporter

Mohadi invites Diasporans to invest

Vice President Kembo Mohadi has extended an invitation to Lesotho businesses and Zimbabweans in the Diaspora to explore the wide range of investment opportunities available in Zimbabwe, aligning with the Government's "Zimbabwe is open for…

Published: 07 Oct 2024 at 07:56hrs | 95 | by Staff reporter

Another State-assisted funeral for Mashonaland accident victims

Eight victims of a tragic road accident that occurred near Hwedza on Tuesday have been granted State-assisted funerals, Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training Minister and Hwedza South Member of Parliament, Tinoda…

Published: 04 Oct 2024 at 08:22hrs | 135 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF invites Diaspora delegates for annual conference

The ruling Zanu-PF party has extended invitations to 20 delegates from its Diaspora districts to attend the upcoming National Annual People's Conference, scheduled to take place in Bulawayo later this month. Delegates representing party…

Published: 04 Oct 2024 at 08:21hrs | 315 | by Staff reporter

Tsholotsho councillor seeks diaspora assistance to desilt Kanana River

Tsholotsho Rural District Council Ward 8 Councillor Jazz Sibanda has made an urgent appeal to Zimbabweans living in the diaspora for assistance in desilting the Kanana River, which is crucial for facilitating water flow into Cijima Dam.In…

Published: 02 Oct 2024 at 07:51hrs | 115 | by Staff reporter

WATCH: Kingdom Blue faces complaints over unpaid dues

Kingdom Blue, a prominent company known for its services in [specific industry], is facing growing discontent among its customers as reports of unpaid dues and unresolved grievances continue to surface.Several customers have come forward…

Published: 17 Sep 2024 at 11:00hrs | 1762 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean diaspora urged to care for parents

A Zimbabwean official from a drought-stricken southern district has issued a heartfelt plea for Zimbabwean immigrants living in neighboring South Africa to urgently assist their families and relatives back home, who are grappling with…

Published: 17 Sep 2024 at 09:13hrs | 867 | by Staff reporter

BCC developing a new diaspora policy

The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) is developing a new diaspora policy to engage Zimbabweans living abroad, aiming to harness their financial resources for local development and address challenges in fund mobilization. This initiative…

Published: 09 Sep 2024 at 08:14hrs | 235 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa engages Zimbabwean Diaspora in China

PRESIDENT Mnangagwa held a significant engagement today with the Zimbabwean Diaspora community in China, as part of his visit to Beijing for the upcoming Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) 2024 Summit.The meeting was aimed at…

Published: 02 Sep 2024 at 17:51hrs | 1107 | by Staff reporter

Australian-based woman loses US$58,000 to friend

A man from Harare, McDonald Katumba (31) of Aspindale Park, is facing charges of embezzlement involving funds entrusted to him by his Australian-based friend.The accusations state that Katumba received money from his friend, Nashile…

Published: 26 Aug 2024 at 08:07hrs | 694 | by Staff reporter

BCC organising a diaspora conference

The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) is organizing a diaspora conference aimed at attracting Zimbabweans living abroad to contribute to the development of the countryâ€™s second-largest city.Kholisani Moyo, BCC's economic development officer…

Published: 16 Aug 2024 at 08:39hrs | 186 | by Staff reporter

Special dispensation on cards for Zimbabwe Diasporans in need of land

Vice President Kembo Mohadi has committed to creating a special dispensation to facilitate faster access to land and other services for Zimbabweans in the diaspora, enhancing their participation in national development. Speaking to…

Published: 08 Jul 2024 at 10:49hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe diaspora remittances up 18%

The Zimbabwean government's engagement with its diaspora community has resulted in an 18% increase in remittances in the first quarter of the year compared to the same period last year. This achievement was highlighted by Foreign Affairs…

Published: 08 Jul 2024 at 10:41hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Macheso to sample new album in Diaspora

Renowned Sungura musician Alick Macheso has announced an exciting lineup of shows in South Africa and the United Kingdom ahead of his album launch on August 2nd. The tour kicks off in Johannesburg at Baseline Newtown Music Factory on July…

Published: 23 Jun 2024 at 10:40hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Matebeleland South leadership targets diaspora investors

The Zimbabwean government is gearing up for the Diaspora Investment Conference scheduled for July 4 to 6 in Beitbridge, with a focus on encouraging Zimbabweans abroad to invest in Matebeleland South province. The event, themed…

Published: 19 Jun 2024 at 07:38hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

CBZ launches mortgage finance products for Zimbabwean diasporans

CBZ Holdings Limited (CBZHL), Zimbabwe's largest financial services provider, has launched new Mortgage Finance products aimed at Zimbabweans in the diaspora ahead of the Zim Diaspora Property Showcase. This initiative aims to facilitate…

Published: 14 Jun 2024 at 07:29hrs | 124 | by Staff reporter

Mthuli Ncube urges Zimbabweans in the UK to invest back home

Finance and Investment Promotion Minister Mthuli Ncube addressed the Zimbabwe Investment and Capital Markets Conference in London, urging Zimbabweans in the UK to consider investing back home due to favorable macroeconomic conditions…

Published: 13 Jun 2024 at 07:05hrs | 17 | by Staff reporter

Plan to offer incentives to Zimbabweans in the diaspora

Efforts are underway to develop financial instruments that incentivize the diaspora community to invest back home, ensuring profitability and ease of investment. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, in…

Published: 28 May 2024 at 09:39hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

Understanding suicide among diaspora-born youths

The prevalence of media reports highlighting the suicides of young Zimbabweans born in the Diaspora is a deeply concerning issue. The time has come for us as Zimbabweans to understand the underlying factors contributing to this distressing…

Published: 15 Mar 2024 at 13:10hrs | 2 | by Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

Diasporan intervenes in Mzilikazi water crisis

A UNITED KINGDOM-BASED Zimbabwean has come to the rescue of Mzilikazi residents after drilling boreholes to address the suburb's acute water shortages.Bulawayo residents are currently enduring 120 hours of water rationing due to the low…

Published: 17 Feb 2024 at 17:57hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Scammed by Zimbabweans in the diaspora, job seekers lose fortunes

ARMED with a smartphone, a lone vigilante confronts an alleged scammer in Birmingham, United Kingdom clicks "record" on the device and demands that the woman pays back thousands of British pounds that she swindled a Zimbabwean job seeker…

Published: 29 Jan 2024 at 05:53hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

Rising sudden death cases among newly arrived diasporans - medical expert speaks

MICHAEL Mawema had barely been in the United Kingdom (UK) for two months when he died suddenly in December last year, explained a GoFundMe appeal launched to raise funds for repatriation of his body to Zimbabwe so that his "kids can see…

Published: 16 Jan 2024 at 04:42hrs | 20 | by Staff reporter

Remitly Emerges as Top Choice for Zimbabweans Abroad: Fast, Affordable, and Fee-Free

In a significant trend, Zimbabweans in the diaspora are increasingly turning to Remitly.com for their money transfer needs, drawn by the platform's favorable exchange rates, vast collection points in Zimbabwe, and a commitment to…

Published: 29 Dec 2023 at 11:34hrs | 149 | by Libz Mbanje

Zim Ambassador Golf day Namibia off to a Good Start

Teenage sensation Prince Robert Kahisime stole the show with a sterling performance at the recently concluded Nyaradzo Ambassadors Golf Day Namibia held at the lush Windhoek Golf and Country Club.The 13-year-old edged out the playing field…

Published: 21 Dec 2023 at 08:05hrs | 43 | by Angicies

Mnangagwa must introduce a diaspora ministry

GOOD day, President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Your Excellency, it is my sworn submission that your recent resurrection of the War Veterans ministry is suggestive of aberrations. As I see it, the decision is consistent with a washed-up mindset…

Published: 27 Sep 2023 at 06:18hrs | | by Cyprian Muketiwa Ndawana

UK diaspora hands over Zimbabwe poll petition

VARIOUS civic society organisations and political party representatives in the United Kingdom have handed over a petition to Prime Minister Rishi Sunak over alleged rigging during Zimbabwe's August 23 and 24 polls.They based their petition…

Published: 18 Sep 2023 at 07:01hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Diaspora should plan for post-Zanu-PF era

LAST week Wednesday was yet another heart-breaking day for me as I made my way through Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport to catch my flight.Many people, who came to greet me at the airport in Harare and on the plane, were mainly…

Published: 18 Jul 2023 at 06:22hrs | 1 | by Hopewell Chin'ono

Thomas Mapfumo retires in exile

OF all my records by Zimbabwean musicians, the one I treasure the most is Thomas Mapfumo's crackly 7-inch single with "Kuyaura" on side A and "Zvanyadza" on the flip side.Released in 1979, towards the denouement of the war for African…

Published: 17 Jul 2023 at 06:50hrs | 20 | by Percy Zvomuya

Greener pastures not so green for Zimbabweans in the diaspora

They have high-paying jobs, a high standard of living, and almost everything they need, but for Zimbabweans abroad, all that glitters is not gold.Twenty-eight-year-old Gift Gonye, based in Germany, is one such Zimbabwean, and he is…

Published: 06 Jul 2023 at 08:42hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

6 years of false promises

IT is now six years since President Emmerson Mnangagwa took over political power from the now late former President Robert Mugabe with the assistance of the military.Mnangagwa promised a break from the past.He declared zero tolerance to…

Published: 09 Jun 2023 at 06:46hrs | 2 | by Citizen

Zimbabweans in the diasporans urged to take up business opportunities at home

ZIMBABWEANS in the diaspora should take up available business opportunities at home by riding on the enhanced investment climate created by the Second Republic led by President Mnangagwa, United Kingdom-based entrepreneur, Mr Trusty…

Published: 05 Jun 2023 at 06:44hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

'Zanu-PF fears diaspora vote'

FORMER Ntabazinduna chief, Felix Nhlanhlayamangwe Ndiweni, and the opposition CCC party have accused Zanu-PF of blocking attempts to have millions of Zimbabweans in the diaspora vote in general elections for fear of losing the polls."The…

Published: 18 May 2023 at 05:39hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Commonwealth maintains tough stance on Zimbabwe

THE Commonwealth has reportedly told Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa to implement a raft of reforms for the Southern African country to be readmitted back into the league.Mnangagwa, who attended the coronation of King Charles III…

Published: 08 May 2023 at 06:20hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa 'snubs' UK diasporans

PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa cancelled at the 11th hour a scheduled meeting with United Kingdom (UK)-based Zimbabweans, it has emerged.Mnangagwa attended King Charles III's coronation in London on Saturday.NewsDay gathered that he had been…

Published: 08 May 2023 at 06:15hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabweans in the UK hold 'Gold Mafia' protests

DOZENS of Zimbabweans based in the United Kingdom (UK) yesterday protested at the Zimbabwe and United Arab Emirates embassies in London demanding the arrest of all those implicated in a recent gold smuggling and money laundering…

Published: 19 Apr 2023 at 06:47hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

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