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Zimbabwe govt scraps VAT on livestock sales
The Ministry of Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion has proposed VAT exemptions on live animals to boost meat demand and support formal trade in the livestock sector. Last ...Published: 19 hrs ago | 259 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe moves to boost power supply
The Zimbabwean government has taken steps to address the country's severe power shortages by signing consultancy contracts aimed at supporting independent power producers (IPPs). These efforts are par...Published: 18 Jul 2024 at 06:42hrs | 292 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's lithium gambit: Navigating China-US rivalry
Lithium is Zimbabwe's third-largest mineral export after gold and platinum group of metals, bringing in US$2,46 billion and US$2,27 billion, respectively, in 2023.AS the world is going through...Published: 15 Jul 2024 at 08:17hrs | 214 | by Samir Bhattacharya
100MW boost for Zimbabwe power supplies
Local power supplies in Zimbabwe are set to improve significantly in the coming weeks, with an additional 100 megawatts (MW) to be injected into the grid. This boost will come from a refurbished unit ...Published: 14 Jul 2024 at 09:53hrs | 265 | by Staff reporter
Marapira to officiate Manicaland inaugural tech-transfer expo
Preparations for the inaugural Manicaland Rural Development, technology advancement and knowledge transfer exhibition are at an advance stage at Mutomba Hillside Citadel in Buhera, whilst the deputy M...Published: 11 Jul 2024 at 14:33hrs | 7 | by Edson Mapani in Buhera
Zimbabwe holds 7th rank in global rough diamond production
Zimbabwe has maintained its seventh position in global rough diamond production according to the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme. Despite facing sanctions and strict trading rules in major US a...Published: 10 Jul 2024 at 15:42hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean cigarette smuggler busted in SA
South African authorities have intercepted a 20-year-old migrant transporting smuggled cigarettes worth an estimated R160,000. The arrest was confirmed by Limpopo police spokesperson, Colonel Malasela...Published: 10 Jul 2024 at 15:41hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean Filmmakers for Durban FilmMart Climate Focus
Durban, South Africa: In a major film industry collaborative effort Climate Story Lab South Africa, Doc Society - Climate Story Unit, STEPS, and the Global Impact Producers Alliance (GIPA) presents th...Published: 09 Jul 2024 at 13:06hrs | 15 | by Agencies
US$450 million to repower Hwange Units 1-6
The Zimbabwe Power Company (ZPC) has secured a US$50 million loan to initiate the repowering of Hwange Power Station Units 1 to 6, aiming to boost the nation's power generation capacity. This move is ...Published: 23 Jun 2024 at 10:27hrs | | by Staff reporter
Hwange power station now Zimbabwe's primary electricity generator
electricity generato\The Hwange Thermal Power Station has emerged as the primary electricity generator for Zimbabwe, meeting a significant portion of the national grid demands.In the first...Published: 21 Jun 2024 at 11:13hrs | | by Staff reporter
Farewell Chairman VK: Reflections of a dear friend
The late Vimbai Kamoyo (VK) was quite a character.They buried him last week in Chiunye village, Mt Darwin, Mashonaland Central. Between him and I, the title of "Chairman" took tu...Published: 18 Jun 2024 at 14:54hrs | | by Josiah Mucharowana in Pretoria
Decreasing water levels threaten Zimbabwe power generation
The Zambezi River Authority (ZRA) is closely monitoring the declining water levels at Kariba Dam, which are critical for power generation. As of June 5, 2024, the usable water level is at 477....Published: 06 Jun 2024 at 07:32hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Mimosa to use Zimplats' Base Metal Refinery
Mimosa Mining Company has entered into an agreement with Zimplats, the country's largest platinum group metal (PGM) producer, to use Zimplats' Base Metal Refinery (BMR) to maximize the nation's PGM be...Published: 03 Jun 2024 at 13:12hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa wants Africa to change its mindset
President Mnangagwa emphasized the need for a fundamental shift in the mindset of African nations, urging them to transition from being consumers to producers. Speaking at the 59th African Development...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:38hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean blueberry producers seek access to Chinese market
At a farm in Marondera, about 80 kilometers east of the Zimbabwean capital Harare, blueberries are ripening in May. Workers carefully pick the plump berries from the shrubs, ensuring not to damage the...Published: 24 May 2024 at 08:22hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe lithium miners table refinery plans
Four lithium mining companies have tabled plans to produce battery-grade lithium in Zimbabwe, a government official said on Monday.Zimbabwe, Africa's top producer of lithium, which is used in ...Published: 21 May 2024 at 08:27hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe load-shedding will not exceed stage-1 during winter season
ZIMBABWEANS can expect significantly limited load-shedding this winter season owing to considerably improved national grid stability that followed the commissioning of new generation units at Hwange T...Published: 20 May 2024 at 08:42hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Repowering of Hwange Units 1-6 to boost power generation
THE Government is stepping up the repowering of Hwange Units One to Six as part of efforts to find a lasting solution to the electricity problem in the country and is working on funding modalities as ...Published: 07 Apr 2024 at 10:06hrs | | by Staff reporter
Cattle destocking frenzy in motion
A cattle destocking frenzy is in motion with a number of abattoirs getting an overwhelming supply of cattle, resulting in some suspending slaughtering as farmers have started laying off stock in...Published: 24 Mar 2024 at 14:58hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Zimplats shields US$1,8 billion expansion plan
PLATINUM giant Zimplats says the current cost-cutting initiatives aim to lessen the effect of budget cuts on its growth strategy, which includes a US$1,8 billion expansion programme.The compan...Published: 21 Mar 2024 at 08:46hrs | | by Staff reporter
Free Russian fertilizer arrives in Zimbabwe
Over 23,000 metric tons of free Russian potash and NPKS fertilizer has arrived in Zimbabwe, the press service for Uralchem Group reported on Wednesday. The shipment is Uralchem's fifth humanit...Published: 20 Mar 2024 at 17:21hrs | | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's Presidential solar scheme on cards
GLEN VIEW residents will be the first beneficiaries of a Presidential solar scheme set to be rolled next month as Zimbabwe moves to alleviate a power crisis.The project is being spearheaded by...Published: 13 Mar 2024 at 05:09hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa niece's legacy woes haunt ZBC
THE Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) is grappling with serious management challenges linked to Helliate Rushwaya - the newly appointed board chair - during her tenure as the acting chief execut...Published: 10 Mar 2024 at 06:51hrs | | by Staff reporter
Ian Khama blasted over anti-trophy hunting stance
FORMER Botswana President Ian Khama has been criticised for assisting United Kingdom lawmakers in their efforts to enact a ban on imports into Britain of trophy hunting products, a major source of liv...Published: 08 Mar 2024 at 05:04hrs | | by Staff reporter
'Zimbabwe cement manufacturers exceeding local demand'
AFTER years of subdued production, local cement manufacturers are now exceeding local demand, Cabinet has revealed.Some 2.6 million tonnes of cement are now being locally produced against a de...Published: 06 Mar 2024 at 04:42hrs | | by Staff reporter
'Zimdollar will be defended'
THE Zimbabwe dollar will continue to be promoted and defended as it is crucial in boosting the operations of some companies, especially in the cooking oil sector, Finance, Economic Development and Inv...Published: 04 Mar 2024 at 04:42hrs | | by Staff reporter
10 new IPPs to generate 271MW for Zimbabwe
ZIMBABWE has licenced 10 more independent power producers (IPPs) to start generating 271MW of electricity in the next 12 to 24 months under the Government project support agreement which now holds clo...Published: 04 Mar 2024 at 04:42hrs | | by Staff reporter
Mthuli Ncube issues chilling warning over sugar tax-linked price hikes
Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube has issued a firm warning to traders engaging in unjustified price hikes on sugary beverages, arguing that the officially gazetted tax thresholds do not warrant such exce...Published: 28 Feb 2024 at 06:31hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe treasury exposes abuse of sugar tax for profiteering
GOVERNMENT has condemned the abuse of the Beverages Sugar Content Tax and other tariff measures by some businesses that deliberately misinterpret clear policy propositions for profiteering while unjus...Published: 28 Feb 2024 at 06:27hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe wants lithium miners to plan new capacity
Zimbabwe wants miners to come forward by the end of March with plans to produce battery-grade lithium, despite a sharp fall in global prices for the mineral, a senior government official said on Frida...Published: 26 Feb 2024 at 04:55hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe foundries engage banks to raise US$15m for retooling
THE Zimbabwe Institute of Foundries (ZIF) this week said it was engaging banks and government to raise uS$15 million for retooling of the existing foundries dotted around the country.Foundries...Published: 25 Feb 2024 at 09:26hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Scott Sakupwanya controls half of Zimbabwe's gold sales?
Gold dealer Scott Sakupwanya says he delivered almost half of the gold sold to the official buyer, Fidelity, in 2023.Sakupwanya says his company Better Brands delivered 13 tonnes of gold to Fi...Published: 25 Feb 2024 at 09:24hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Kuvimba hits jackpot with Sandawana lithium find
THE Sandawana Mines, which is controlled by Kuvimba Mining House, is sitting on an estimated 100 million tonnes of lithium resource, making it one of the biggest lithium assets in the world.Li...Published: 25 Feb 2024 at 09:24hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe suffers US$6,8 billion trade gap
ZIMBABWE has operated in negative trade deficit of US$6,8 billion for the last four years, a trend which is unsustainable in the long run according to Buy Zimbabwe, a campaign outfit that advoca...Published: 25 Feb 2024 at 07:21hrs | | by Staff reporter
Copyright claims plague artists due to ignorance
THE legal principle ignorantia juris non excusat, meaning: Ignorance of the law is no excuse, underscores the fundamental responsibility that individuals have to abide by the law, regardless of person...Published: 22 Feb 2024 at 04:56hrs | 1 | by Clinton Chipo
Service providers challenged to be united
BULAWAYO service providers recently gathered at Penniquilla Gardens for their fourth cohort of a membership and networking event which saw the addressing of challenges encountered in the industry, and...Published: 21 Feb 2024 at 09:26hrs | | by Stephen Jakes
Kuvimba mining house dumps hundreds of workers
Shamva Mine, owned by mining conglomerate Kuvimba mining house has laid off hundreds of workers in recent months, according to a union official. The termination of contracts for 200 workers co...Published: 20 Feb 2024 at 11:21hrs | 1 | by Staff Reporter
Excited by the killings: How The Chronicle covered the Gukurahundi genocide
AbstractTHIS paper examines and interrogates the role of the state-controlled media during the Gukurahundi genocide in Zimbabwe. Gukurahundi is a genocide that took place in Zimbabwe betwe...Published: 12 Feb 2024 at 13:51hrs | | by Bhekinkosi Jakobe Ncube
Buy Zimbabwe lauds duty return on essential goods
Buy Zimbabwe has welcomed the Government's recent decision to reinstate import duties on essential goods as a positive development that will create a more level playing field for domestically produced...Published: 07 Feb 2024 at 04:40hrs | | by Staff reporter
Buy Zimbabwe welcomes positive move on imports
BUY Zimbabwe has said the Government's recent decision to reinstate import duties on basic commodities was a progressive development that will contribute to a fairer competitive landscape for domestic...Published: 06 Feb 2024 at 17:49hrs | | by Staff reporter
Mthulisi Ncube exempts VAT on key basic commodities
TREASURY has gazetted the suspension of Value Added Tax (VAT) on selected basic commodities with effect from today as part of Government measures to tame price increases while boosting consumer purcha...Published: 01 Feb 2024 at 04:57hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe electricity imports down 57%
ZIMBABWE has started reaping savings from reduced energy imports following improved domestic electricity generation mainly from the upgraded Hwange Thermal Power Station and the rising contribution by...Published: 30 Jan 2024 at 04:22hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Zimra gives small businesses tax reprieve
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) has offered a six-month grace period for informal businesses to register for taxes in a move seen to boost State revenues.Revised guidelines outlining sp...Published: 30 Jan 2024 at 04:20hrs | | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa in Rome for Italy-Africa Summit
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa arrived here last night and is set to join other world leaders at the Italy-Africa Summit where Rome is expected to present a strategic partnership with Africa, aimed at improving ...Published: 29 Jan 2024 at 05:46hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe now has a system that works
ALL signs point to the undeniable fact that 2024 will indeed be a great year. So far so good. Amid all the political noise, the Zanu-PF-led Government is not stopping. We are f...Published: 21 Jan 2024 at 07:26hrs | | by Dr Obert Mpofu
Zimplats imports power directly from Zambia
Zimplats, the country's largest platinum producer, now directly imports up to 70 megawatts from Zambia, ensuring stable operations and potentially boosting production.Last year, Zimplats signe...Published: 12 Jan 2024 at 04:59hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabweans to experience more power cuts
ZESA Holdings says consumers should expect more power outages in Harare, Bulawayo and some areas in Karoi and surrounding areas due to faults and maintanance work.Posting a notice on its socia...Published: 11 Jan 2024 at 05:15hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe gold output declines 15%
Zimbabwe produced 30 metric tons of gold in 2023, 15% less than the previous year, official data showed on Monday, as electricity cuts and currency volatility impacted output.The southern Afri...Published: 10 Jan 2024 at 17:47hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe power outages a reflection of subdued generation
Many of the recent power outages have arisen from faults since generation capacity is up and many private businesses have reduced their demand on the grid by installing solar panels, Energy and Power ...Published: 10 Jan 2024 at 05:37hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe electricity production forecast to jump 17%
ZIMBABWE anticipates a 17,4 percent surge in electricity production this year, as the country seeks to reduce expensive imports and load shedding that negatively affected businesses and households in ...Published: 03 Jan 2024 at 05:25hrs | | by Staff reporter
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