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Gold sinks as trade talks, easing tensions impact haven demand
Gold fell as its haven status was impacted by signs of progress in trade talks between the US and China, along with some relief to geopolitical tensions.Bullion fell as much as 1,8 percent in ...Published: 13 May 2025 at 09:54hrs | 100 | by Staff reporter
Trade Fair brings brisk business for vendors, kombis
For small entrepreneurs like Mr Felix Ndlovu and Mr Lovemore Mutatu, the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) is not just an annual event, but a golden opportunity that redefines their year's earn...Published: 28 Apr 2025 at 12:29hrs | 87 | by Staff reporter
China orders its banks to avoid buying dollars
The PBOC has reportedly issued informal "window guidance" to major state-owned banks this week, essentially instructing them to avoid buying dollars for their own accounts. China's Central Bank also d...Published: 09 Apr 2025 at 21:37hrs | 969 | by Staff reporter
Is Mnangagwa's tariff capitulation a dangerous gamble to appease Trump at Zimbabwe's economic expense?
Has Zimbabwe's backbone finally cracked? President Emmerson Mnangagwa's latest decision to suspend all tariffs on United States goods, announced in response to new U.S. tariffs on Zimbabwean e...Published: 06 Apr 2025 at 21:43hrs | 1072 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe govt procures breathalysers to use at roadblocks
The Government of Zimbabwe is taking decisive steps to reduce the rising number of road traffic accidents caused by reckless and impaired driving. This includes the procurement of additional breathaly...Published: 02 Apr 2025 at 18:16hrs | 413 | by Staff reporter
798 Zimbabweans to participate in Two Oceans marathon, 97 more countries represented
THE Two Oceans is not only 'the world's most beautiful marathon' but also 'Africa's biggest event' thanks to its massive contribution to the Western Cape's revenue.This much was confirmed by a...Published: 25 Mar 2025 at 19:52hrs | 200 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe govt defends arrests of homeless people
The government has strongly defended its practice of routinely arresting homeless individuals, describing them as a "nuisance" and potential suspects for petty crime. In a recent statement before the ...Published: 23 Feb 2025 at 09:53hrs | 245 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe ministry warns cattle farmers of deadly January disease outbreak
The Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Rural Development has issued a stern warning to cattle farmers across Zimbabwe following an outbreak of the deadly January disease, also known...Published: 24 Jan 2025 at 08:05hrs | 732 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe lifts ban on cloven-hoofed animal imports from South Africa
The Red Meat Producers' Organisation (RPO) and Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) have welcomed Zimbabwe's recent move to lift the ban on the importation of cloven-hoofed animals an...Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 10:23hrs | 218 | by Staff reporter
Collapsed Majazi bridge sparks concerns in Bulilima District
The collapse of Majazi Bridge along the Plumtree-Bambadzi Road has sparked significant concern among residents and authorities. The bridge, located in Hingwe ward, is now completely impassable and det...Published: 13 Jan 2025 at 07:16hrs | 301 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe explores nuclear energy solutions
Zimbabwe is collaborating with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and Russian investors to introduce nuclear energy as a solution to the country's persistent power shortages, government off...Published: 01 Jan 2025 at 20:48hrs | 838 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's third term bid is worsening the suffering of Zimbabweans
President Emmerson Mnangagwa's ambition to extend his stay in power beyond the constitutional two-term limit has taken center stage in Zimbabwean politics, overshadowing the real issues plaguing the c...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 00:59hrs | 307 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
The impact of duty-free incentives in the 2025 national budget
The 2025 National Budget is a forward-thinking approach to economic recovery and national development, introducing strategic duty-free incentives aimed at empowering local industries, stimulating econ...Published: 17 Dec 2024 at 20:12hrs | 1062 | by Innocent Mujeri
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 trans...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 21:08hrs | 375 | by Constantine Chikosi
Mozambique shoe dealers flood Zimbabwe
In the bustling streets of Marondera's central business district, a 23-year-old Mozambican national, Moses Ferinando, makes his way through the crowd, an array of shoes - mostly sneakers - strapped to...Published: 30 Nov 2024 at 13:04hrs | 2751 | by Staff reporter
UN General Assembly to debate sanctions on Zimbabwe
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) is set to formally debate the impact of illegal sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by the United States, following the submission of two critical reports by the U...Published: 24 Nov 2024 at 09:58hrs | 278 | by Staff reporter
Farmers face fines for diverting agric inputs
The Agricultural Marketing Authority (Ama) has expressed serious concern over the rising cases of input abuse and side marketing, issuing a stern warning to farmers caught misusing government-distribu...Published: 22 Nov 2024 at 07:11hrs | 105 | by Staff reporter
Beitbridge RDC starts road repairs
The Beitbridge Rural District Council (RDC) has embarked on a significant road rehabilitation initiative to repair and upgrade infrastructure damaged by torrential rains. This move is expected to impr...Published: 22 Nov 2024 at 06:59hrs | 77 | by Sgtaff reporter
Chivayo steps in to aid Simon 'Pashoma' Ncube with $20,000 small donation
Prominent Zimbabwean tenderprenuer Wicknel Chivayo has pledged a life-changing donation to former ZBC Radio DJ Simon "Pashoma" Ncube, who has been living in destitute conditions. In a heartfelt ...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 19:56hrs | 1540 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe power outages to ease as Hwange Unit 7 returns to operation
The Zimbabwean government has assured citizens that severe power outages affecting the country will ease this weekend as Hwange Unit 7, recently down for maintenance, is set to resume operation. The u...Published: 01 Nov 2024 at 06:32hrs | 386 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabweans slam US Embassy for downplaying impact of sanctions
Zimbabweans and international supporters have expressed outrage over the US Embassy's recent claims regarding the effects of sanctions on the country, demanding that the "illegal coercive measures" be...Published: 21 Oct 2024 at 14:16hrs | 584 | by Staff reporter
Anti-Chinese investors Maguwu releases a damning report
The relationship between Chinese-owned extractive companies and local communities in Zimbabwe has deteriorated, marked by growing mistrust, suspicion, and a series of reported abuses. A recent report ...Published: 30 Sep 2024 at 07:55hrs | 935 | by Staff reporter
Currency crisis piles more misery on fragile Zimbabwe economy
Leading economists have raised concerns over the potential economic impact of the recent waves of price hikes and currency volatility, which threaten to further destabilize an already fragile economy....Published: 20 Sep 2024 at 13:12hrs | 3500 | by Staff reporter
BCC considering lifting Amphitheatre ban?
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) is considering lifting its ban on musical shows at the Amphitheatre, which was initially imposed in response to resident complaints about noise and the perceived lack o...Published: 06 Sep 2024 at 07:40hrs | 148 | by Staff reporter
New route permit restrictions shock kombi operators
The Zimbabwean government's recent decision to reduce the operating radius for kombis from 120km to 60km has surprised and concerned public transport operators, particularly those serving rural r...Published: 05 Sep 2024 at 07:12hrs | 340 | by Staff reporter
Ramathuba's appointment spells trouble for Zimbabwe authorities
Phophi Ramathuba's election as the first female premier of South Africa's Limpopo province has reignited discussions on Zimbabwe's socio-economic impact on neighboring countries, particularly regardin...Published: 01 Jul 2024 at 04:30hrs | 26 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa to grace CEO Africa Roundtable
President Mnangagwa will headline the 10th annual CEO Africa Roundtable in Victoria Falls, focusing on the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI), boosting trade through the African Continental Free T...Published: 12 Jun 2024 at 06:36hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe adjusts age limit for kombi, bus drivers
Under new plans aimed at curbing the surge in traffic accidents and fatalities, bus and kombi drivers will now need to be aged 30 and above. The Government hopes that by raising the minimum age requir...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:29hrs | 44 | by Staff reporter
UNDP to assist Bulawayo
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has pledged support to the Bulawayo City Council and its residents to tackle various challenges, particularly the severe water crisis gripping the city....Published: 28 May 2024 at 09:58hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter
Introduction of ZiG Currency and its Economic Impact
On Friday the 5th of April 2024, the Zimbabwe Reserve Bank introduced a new "structured currency" called ZiG to tackle the ongoing economic crisis in the country. The new currency, Zim Gold (ZiG), wil...Published: 08 Apr 2024 at 07:02hrs | 20 | by Matthew Dube Esquire
Zanu-PF fissures widen over Mnangagwa term
PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa is battling to prop up waning support in his ruling Zanu-PF party and disloyal party cadres are facing the axe as power battles take centre stage while the economy i...Published: 03 Mar 2024 at 08:49hrs | | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo - Victoria Falls Highway rehab set to resume
THE rehabilitation of the Bulawayo-Victoria Falls Highway is expected to resume in the next two weeks as the Government commits to improving the country's road infrastructure in response to concerns b...Published: 19 Feb 2024 at 04:46hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe to support Mozambique ports project
Speaking during a wide-ranging press briefing at the ruling Zanu-PF party headquarters in Harare yesterday, national spokesperson Ambassador Christopher Mutsvangwa said a number of ports are under dev...Published: 16 Jan 2024 at 04:36hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
US Embassy's revelation exposes decades of economic sabotage in Zimbabwe
In a declaration that has rekindled fervent discourse, the United States Embassy proclaimed Zimbabwe's potential as a burgeoning economic powerhouse within Southern Africa, a revelation reigniting the...Published: 12 Jan 2024 at 05:26hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Elon Musk's Starlink eyes Zimbabwe
ZIMBABWE'S telecoms sector faces massive disruption with the anticipated entrance of SpaceX's Starlink, the global satellite internet service giant linked to US tech billionaire Elon Musk into the cou...Published: 15 Dec 2023 at 07:53hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Live betting in Tanzania: A growing trend
The digital savannah of Tanzania is teeming with a new kind of thrill, one that unfolds in real-time and keeps the pulse racing - live betting. Gone are the days when wages were placed before a match ...Published: 17 Nov 2023 at 14:06hrs | 40 | by Staff Reporter
Zimbabwe govt bans CBD vendors over cholera
Government has banned vendors from operating in the central business districts (CBDs) of major cities in response to the cholera outbreak.Information minister Jenfan Muswere told journalists d...Published: 16 Nov 2023 at 05:05hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
EU injects US$120m towards Kariba Dam rehab
The European Union (EU) has allocated €113 million (approximately US$120 million) to support the restoration of Kariba Dam, as part of the Global Gateway initiative aimed at enhancing the country's ...Published: 13 Oct 2023 at 06:32hrs | 62 | by Staff reporter
ZB Bank heist suspects to be reimbursed forfeited US$234,000
Four individuals who were acquitted in the ZB Bank money heist case, which made headlines two years ago, will have their forfeited money returned to them.The four individuals, Trymore Chapfikw...Published: 02 Oct 2023 at 19:31hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter
Numbers don't lie, facts are stubborn mules
THINK of a bowl of soup; you don't have to take it all to feel the taste but just a spoonful, such is the case with opinion polls that have concluded that if elections are held today, President Mnanga...Published: 13 Jul 2023 at 06:59hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Lithium war erupts in Zimbabwe
THE scramble for lithium in Zimbabwe - which boasts Africa's largest and the world's fifth-biggest reserves of "white gold" - is escalating against the backdrop of soaring demand for the lucrative min...Published: 18 Jun 2023 at 15:15hrs | 21 | by Staff reporter
Munetsi calls out SRC, Zifa, again
FRANCE-BASED Warriors midfielder Marshall Munetsi has rued the missed opportunity to play 2022 World Cup semi-finalists Morocco in the ongoing Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifiers, owing to the Zi...Published: 29 Mar 2023 at 06:56hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa poised for landslide victory?
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa will win the forthcoming presidential elections by an unassailable landslide, a new opinion poll shows.The President, whose Government has transformed the country in less t...Published: 16 Mar 2023 at 07:13hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF 'will win a comfortable majority' claims Fitch Solutions
THE ruling party, Zanu-PF, "will win a comfortable majority" in this year's harmonised elections and "remain the dominant political party force in Zimbabwe over the coming years", according to New Yor...Published: 26 Feb 2023 at 09:09hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe moves towards full dollarisation
LATEST statistics availed by the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) show that Zimbabwe's economy is fast dollarising with 78% of transactions for food purchases now being done in foreign cu...Published: 08 Feb 2023 at 05:03hrs | | by Staff reporter
Pressure mounts on Mnangagwa
Tigere Chagutah, Amnesty International's director for east and southern Africa, warned of dire consequences if the bill becomes law.Amnesty International, which has been advocating for a regim...Published: 05 Feb 2023 at 08:29hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe unlikely to benefit from US$55 billion Africa injection
ALTHOUGH the United States government promised US$55 billion investment into Africa over the next three years at the US-Africa summit that ended this week, Zimbabwe is unlikely to benefit much because...Published: 21 Dec 2022 at 20:08hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
The economic impact of Zidera
No doubt there are many opinions and interpretations out there with regard to the issue of sanctions and I thought it's important to try and unpack the Zimbabwe Democracy and Economic Recovery Act (Zi...Published: 04 Nov 2022 at 05:34hrs | 2 | by Vince Musewe
Sanctions illusion as Sadc babysits Zimbabwe
Last week was full of the usual drama with several marches and gatherings condemning the West and calling for it to lift sanctions. This comes after the Southern African Development Community (Sadc) d...Published: 31 Oct 2022 at 04:54hrs | 3 | by Tapiwa Gomo
World Bank commends Mthuli Ncube's bold economic reforms
GLOBAL financier, the World Bank (WB) has heaped praise on Zimbabwe for continuously implementing bold economic reforms more recently saying the initiatives had positioned the economy for a sound perf...Published: 16 Oct 2022 at 19:23hrs | | by Staff reporter
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