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'Zanu-PF to rule Zimbabwe until the end of time'

Farai Marapira, the ruling party's Director of Information, has said that the ZANU-PF will remain in power indefinitely, dismissing claims that the party is facing a succession crisis.Speaking in an interview with the South African Broadca…

Published: 12 hrs ago | 722 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe opposition plans protests

The Movement for Democratic Change – Tsvangirai (MDC-T) has announced plans to hold peaceful demonstrations in Harare on Saturday, as opposition parties and civic organisations intensify resistance against the ongoing public hearings on Co…

Published: 03 Apr 2026 at 20:49hrs | 585 | by Staff reporter

Australia to tour Zimbabwe for ODI series in September

Zimbabwe national cricket team will host Australia national cricket team for a three-match One Day International (ODI) series in September, with all fixtures scheduled at Harare Sports Club.The matches will be played on 15, 18 and 20 Septe…

Published: 02 Apr 2026 at 13:39hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chamisa says Zimbabwe has reached a 'breaking point'

Opposition leader Nelson Chamisa has declared that Zimbabwe has reached a "breaking point," urging citizens to unite against what he described as a culture of intimidation and repression by the ruling Zanu-PF.His remarks follow violent dis…

Published: 01 Apr 2026 at 18:05hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe trade surplus shrinks as imports outpace exports

Zimbabwe's trade surplus is narrowing as imports continue to grow faster than exports, raising concerns about the sustainability of the country's external balance.Latest data from the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency shows that while ex…

Published: 01 Apr 2026 at 11:05hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe export earnings surpass US$1bn mark

Zimbabwe's export earnings have rebounded to surpass the US$1 billion mark in February, reinforcing a sustained upward trend in foreign currency inflows and marking the fourth time in the past five months that the country has crossed the t…

Published: 01 Apr 2026 at 10:59hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe maintained a trade surplus in February

Zimbabwe maintained a trade surplus in February, although faster import growth, rising global oil prices and potential disruptions to gold exports are beginning to cloud the outlook.Exports increased by 4.1% to US$1.01 billion, up from US$…

Published: 31 Mar 2026 at 15:31hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe steel formidable and competitive in the region

Zimbabwe's emerging steel industry is rapidly gaining ground in Southern Africa, with ArcelorMittal South Africa chief executive officer Kobus Verster warning that the country's growing output poses a significant competitive threat to esta…

Published: 30 Mar 2026 at 21:31hrs | 539 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe 4x400m team sets record, eyes world relays spot

Zimbabwe's men's 4x400m relay team delivered a historic performance at the Lefika International Relays in Gaborone, Botswana, finishing second in a national record time of 3 minutes 00.69 seconds.The quartet of Gerren Muwishi, Dennis Hove,…

Published: 30 Mar 2026 at 16:11hrs | 318 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe boxer under medical observation after SA bout

The Zimbabwe National Boxing and Wrestling Control Board (ZNBWCB) has confirmed that professional boxer Ndodana Ncube is under medical supervision following a bout in South Africa last Friday.In a statement released on Sunday, the board sa…

Published: 30 Mar 2026 at 15:52hrs | 378 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe crime surges 12% amid economic strain

Zimbabwe experienced a significant increase in crime during the last quarter of 2025, with cases rising by 12,1% compared to the previous quarter, according to the latest figures from the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency.The surge highl…

Published: 30 Mar 2026 at 15:43hrs | 308 | by Staff reporte

US launches 'Freedom 250' initiative in Zimbabwe

The United States Embassy in Harare has unveiled "Freedom 250," a major initiative marking 250 years of American independence while reinforcing bilateral relations with Zimbabwe.The programme is designed to deepen engagement between the tw…

Published: 29 Mar 2026 at 18:37hrs | 998 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe retail sector faces collapse

Zimbabwe's formal retail sector is facing a potential structural collapse, as mounting economic pressures and fierce competition from the informal economy push major supermarket chains into crisis, a new report by Knight Frank has revealed…

Published: 29 Mar 2026 at 16:02hrs | 1113 | by Staff reporter

Cancer crisis deepens in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is recording close to 8 000 new cancer cases annually, with health experts warning of a growing burden driven by post-COVID trends, late diagnosis, and ongoing challenges in data collection and early detection systems.Registrar of…

Published: 29 Mar 2026 at 11:06hrs | | by Staff reporter

inDrivers tell Zimbabweans to adjust to our ride fares or walk

Zimbabwe's ride-hailing industry is facing mounting pressure following a sharp rise in fuel prices to a record US$2,17 per litre, sparking tensions between drivers and passengers over fares.The surge, confirmed by the Zimbabwe Energy Regul…

Published: 28 Mar 2026 at 13:50hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe emerges as SADC's second largest economy

Zimbabwe's economy has been officially rebased to an estimated US$52,4 billion for 2025, positioning the country as the second-largest economy in Southern Africa after South Africa.The revised figures, released by Zimbabwe National Statist…

Published: 28 Mar 2026 at 07:34hrs | 1922 | by Staff reporter

ZiG gamble rattles Zimbabwe state contractors

State contractors owed millions of United States dollars under Zimbabwe's ambitious infrastructure drive have warned that strong safeguards will be essential as government moves to pay exclusively in the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency.The po…

Published: 28 Mar 2026 at 07:26hrs | | by Staff reporter

ED2030: UK says watching Zimbabwe chaos

The Parliament of the United Kingdom has raised concern over reports of harassment, torture and arbitrary arrests targeting individuals opposed to Zimbabwe's proposed Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill.The amendment seeks, among other pro…

Published: 28 Mar 2026 at 07:24hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe remains SA's most rewarding market for maize exports

Zimbabwe continues to be South Africa's most significant and rewarding market for maize exports, underscoring the deep agricultural and economic interdependence between the two neighbouring countries.South African farmers play a critical r…

Published: 28 Mar 2026 at 07:19hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's forex inflows rise to US$3,35bn

Zimbabwe's foreign currency inflows surged to US$3.35 billion in the first two months of 2026, up sharply from US$1.89 billion recorded during the same period last year, according to the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ).RBZ Governor John Mus…

Published: 27 Mar 2026 at 12:00hrs | | by Staff reporter

Dream jobs abroad turn into costly nightmares for Zimbabweans

The dream of working abroad  -  long seen by many Zimbabweans as a pathway to financial stability and a better life  -  is increasingly being hijacked by fraudsters running sophisticated job scams that are leaving victi…

Published: 27 Mar 2026 at 11:58hrs | 956 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe nurses declare three-day nationwide strike

Nurses across Zimbabwe are set to embark on a nationwide strike from 15 to 17 April 2026 over poor salaries and working conditions, the Zimbabwe Nurses Association (ZINA) has announced.In a notice to the Health Services Commission, ZINA sa…

Published: 27 Mar 2026 at 11:50hrs | | by Staff reporter

3 hit by trains in one day in Zimbabwe

The National Railways of Zimbabwe has raised alarm over a surge in railway accidents after three people were struck by trains in separate incidents in a single day - leaving one dead and two others seriously injured.In the fatal incident, …

Published: 26 Mar 2026 at 20:33hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe to implement civil service pay rise in April

The Government says it is finalising modalities to implement a long-awaited salary increment for civil servants, with payments expected to take effect as early as next month.Speaking in Bulawayo, Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare M…

Published: 26 Mar 2026 at 12:25hrs | 756 | by Staff reporter

Second-hand clothes imports ban legislated in Zimbabwe

The Government has officially tightened import controls after gazetting new regulations banning second-hand clothing, except in strictly limited cases where importers obtain permits for charitable purposes.The measures, now backed by law u…

Published: 26 Mar 2026 at 12:25hrs | | by Staff reporter

War shockwaves hit Zimbabwe

Nearly all Zimbabwean businesses are feeling the effects of the escalating Israel–Iran conflict, with 99% reporting disruptions to their operations, according to a new survey by the Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries.The findings paint a…

Published: 25 Mar 2026 at 18:14hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe slashes fuel taxes

Zimbabwe's Cabinet has approved a review of selected, time-bound fuel taxes as part of measures to cushion citizens from rising energy costs and inflationary pressures linked to the ongoing Middle East conflict. The decision was announced …

Published: 25 Mar 2026 at 10:41hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe rolls out heritage-based curriculum nationwide

The Government of Zimbabwe has directed all schools to fully implement the Heritage-Based Curriculum Framework, marking a major shift aimed at aligning the country's education system with national development priorities.In a circular to st…

Published: 24 Mar 2026 at 19:05hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chivayo changes the rules of philanthropy

In a country where economic instability has hollowed out savings and weakened trust in institutions, few figures provoke as much fascination-and discomfort-as Wicknell Chivayo.He is, depending on who you ask, either a symbol of radical gen…

Published: 24 Mar 2026 at 09:43hrs | | by Staff reporter

Rift emerges among Zimbabwe's retired army chiefs

Cracks have emerged within Zimbabwe's ranks of retired military commanders after Gibson Mashingaidze publicly distanced himself and other former officers from a controversial letter submitted to Parliament by Henry Muchena opposing propose…

Published: 24 Mar 2026 at 07:27hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe accelerates Muzarabani oil and gas project

Zimbabwe is accelerating the development of the Muzarabani Oil and Gas Project, positioning it as a key driver of national energy security and import substitution amid global energy volatility and geopolitical tensions.Deputy Minister of M…

Published: 23 Mar 2026 at 22:37hrs | 598 | by Staff reporter

Malaria outbreak in Zimbabwe's Mashonaland West province

A malaria outbreak in Zimbabwe's Mashonaland West province has led to a concerning rise in deaths and infections, prompting intensified public health interventions.According to a report from the Ministry of Health and Child Care, 10 people…

Published: 23 Mar 2026 at 22:23hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's RBZ flaunts ZiG stability

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe has come under increasing pressure from exporters over delayed payments tied to the country's foreign currency surrender policy, as tensions mount between monetary authorities and key sectors like mining.At the…

Published: 21 Mar 2026 at 21:13hrs | | by Staff reporter

Excessive rains threaten harvest in Zimbabwe

Excessive rainfall across Manicaland Province is threatening to damage harvest-ready crops, raising fears of reduced yields and compromised quality, agronomists have warned.Persistent downpours in recent weeks have created conditions condu…

Published: 21 Mar 2026 at 09:09hrs | | by Staff reporter

Digital gangs unleash terror on Zimbabwe's private press

A new report by media watchdog INTELWATCH has raised concerns over the state of press freedom in Zimbabwe, alleging that journalists and critics are facing increasing levels of intimidation through coordinated digital campaigns and legal p…

Published: 21 Mar 2026 at 09:02hrs | 229 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's lithium export ban triggers industry disruptions

Zimbabwe's domestic lithium miners say several operators have begun scaling back or suspending operations following a government directive that halted the export of raw minerals, a move aimed at promoting local processing and value additio…

Published: 21 Mar 2026 at 09:02hrs | | by Staff reporter

Sharp rise in transport fares across Zimbabwe

Commuters across Zimbabwe's cities and towns are facing steep increases in transport fares following the latest fuel price adjustment announced by the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA).New fuel prices saw diesel rising to US$2.05…

Published: 21 Mar 2026 at 08:59hrs | 301 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe fuel now second most expensive in Sadc

Zimbabwe's economy is under mounting pressure following steep fuel price increases announced by the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA), with diesel rising to US$2.05 per litre and petrol to US$2.17 per litre. The increases mark si…

Published: 21 Mar 2026 at 08:59hrs | | by Staff reporter

Black market fears grip Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe is facing renewed black market pressure after the government ordered all public sector suppliers to be paid exclusively in local currency, triggering warnings from economists that the move could drive businesses into the parallel …

Published: 21 Mar 2026 at 08:49hrs | 575 | by Staff reporter

RBZ assures forex access amid shift to ZiG payments

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has assured businesses that foreign currency will remain accessible despite a new government directive requiring all contractors and suppliers to be paid exclusively in the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency.Th…

Published: 19 Mar 2026 at 07:52hrs | | by Staff reporter

Idle capacity signals deepening crisis in Zimbabwe's industry

Nearly half of Zimbabwe's industrial capacity is lying idle, highlighting growing pressure on companies as subdued production pushes many closer to financial distress, a consultant with the Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries (CZI) has re…

Published: 19 Mar 2026 at 07:51hrs | | by Staff reporter

Fuel prices surge in Zimbabwe

Zimbabweans are facing rising fuel costs following fresh price hikes announced by the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority, as global crude oil markets tighten due to ongoing conflict in the Middle East.In a statement released on Wednesday…

Published: 18 Mar 2026 at 16:07hrs | | by Staff reporter

Divorce on the rise in Zimbabwe

Divorce rates are climbing in Zimbabwe, with court and civil registry data revealing a marked increase in filings among urban, church-going couples. According to the Judicial Service Commission, nearly 4,000 divorce applications were submi…

Published: 17 Mar 2026 at 09:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

Will Trump help or hinder Zimbabwe's white farmers in their compensation battle?

Zimbabwe agreed a compensation deal to pay $3.5bn for infrastructure improvements to land that was seizedDesperate and ageing white farmers whose land was seized during Robert Mugabe's rule more than two decades ago hope Donald Trump may b…

Published: 15 Mar 2026 at 17:25hrs | 436 | by Shingai Nyoka

Why the Honda Fit dominates Zimbabwe's streets

If you stand on a busy street corner in Harare or Bulawayo, you will likely notice a steady stream of small fuel-efficient vehicles passing by. Many of them are either the Honda Fit or the Toyota Aqua, two models that have become almost in…

Published: 14 Mar 2026 at 15:24hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe to introduce salt tax?

Former Health and Child Care minister Obadiah Moyo has defended his controversial proposal for a salt tax, saying the idea was misunderstood and would target food manufacturers rather than ordinary Zimbabwean consumers.The proposal sparked…

Published: 14 Mar 2026 at 14:16hrs | 676 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean authorities monitoring critics abroad?

Zimbabwean political activists living abroad have launched an international campaign aimed at pressuring the government of Emmerson Mnangagwa to halt arrests of opposition figures and abandon plans that critics say could extend presidentia…

Published: 14 Mar 2026 at 12:14hrs | 558 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe to pay local suppliers only in ZiG

Zimbabwe's Treasury has announced that all payments to local suppliers by government institutions will now be made exclusively in the local currency, the Zimbabwe Gold, under a newly introduced procurement framework.The policy was unveiled…

Published: 14 Mar 2026 at 11:35hrs | 641 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe moves to preserve national herd

The government has intensified efforts to safeguard Zimbabwe's national cattle herd by unlocking large-scale local production of acaricides through partnerships with domestic manufacturers, including Coopers Zimbabwe.Deputy Minister of Lan…

Published: 14 Mar 2026 at 11:34hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's local ethanol powers fuel stability

Zimbabwe's domestic fuel sector has shown remarkable resilience in the face of global oil price shocks, thanks largely to the ethanol blending policy introduced in 2013. The initiative, which substitutes up to 20 percent of imported petrol…

Published: 13 Mar 2026 at 11:04hrs | 705 | by Staff reporter

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'Zanu-PF to rule Zimbabwe until the end of time'

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