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Zimbabwe's CAAZ licenses 400 drone pilots
The Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ) has licensed over 400 drone pilots and certified more than 15 companies for the use of drone technology across various sectors. These certifications ref...Published: 08 Sep 2024 at 09:27hrs | 59 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe industries buckle under prohibitive power tariffs
Zimbabwe's industries have been severely affected by a sharp power tariff hike implemented in November, leading to a 15% rise in costs for mines and disrupting various sectors. The 44% tariff ...Published: 06 Sep 2024 at 14:45hrs | 105 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe signs agreements to boost power generation with Chinese partnership
President Mnangagwa today led a pivotal meeting in Beijing between ZESA Holdings and China's TBEA Corporation, resulting in the signing of several Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs). These agreements a...Published: 05 Sep 2024 at 12:49hrs | 352 | by Staff reporter
Zesa introduces prepaid meters for industries
The Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company (ZETDC) is introducing prepaid meters for medium and large-scale customers, including those in the manufacturing sector, to address its s...Published: 02 Sep 2024 at 11:26hrs | 390 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo water situation deteriorates
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has scheduled a public meeting to provide an update on the city's water situation. The meeting will take place at the Large City Hall on Wednesday, 28 August 2024, at 1...Published: 28 Aug 2024 at 15:56hrs | 857 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo sees surge in building investments
Bulawayo, once Zimbabwe's industrial hub, is experiencing a significant re-industrialisation drive, with increasing investor interest and the launch of multi-million dollar projects aimed at restoring...Published: 28 Aug 2024 at 15:28hrs | 3352 | by Staff reporter
Zesa brokers a US$5 billion power deal with Indian company
ZESA Holdings has secured a $5 billion agreement with Jindal Steel and Power to overhaul Zimbabwe's aging power generation units at Hwange. This refurbishment is expected to boost the country’s powe...Published: 28 Aug 2024 at 10:45hrs | 421 | by Staff reporter
After ditching the dollar, Zimbabwe now rushing for it at a steeper cost
NEARLY five months after changing its currency to arrest inflation, Zimbabwe is back in familiar territory as the new local unit has started losing ground.The problem seems to be based on how ...Published: 26 Aug 2024 at 08:11hrs | 3913 | by Staff reporter
Mashonaland's new city takes shape
The Government of Zimbabwe has commenced servicing land in Mt Hampden, where the new commercial and administrative capital will be established. This follows the recent repossession of 47 farms coverin...Published: 25 Aug 2024 at 11:18hrs | 746 | by Staff reporter
Miss South Africa Contestant Faces Identity Theft Allegations and Online Abuse
A major scandal has erupted in South Africa after Miss South Africa contestant Chidimma Adetshina withdrew from the competition amid allegations of identity theft involving her mother. The ...Published: 21 Aug 2024 at 16:51hrs | 890 | by Staff Reporter
The power of goblins (Ontikolotshe)
A FEW days ago, my attention was drawn to some screaming and sensational headlines on social media. "Plane Makes Emergency Landing in Malawi." I never thought the story that appeared in the Malawi Voi...Published: 18 Aug 2024 at 12:19hrs | 185 | by Pathisa Nyathi
Bulawayo tightens water rationing as supplies dwindle
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has urged residents to conserve water as dam levels have dropped to 33%, far below the 54% recorded last year. If water conservation measures aren't followed, water sup...Published: 14 Aug 2024 at 08:34hrs | 205 | by Staff reporter
The State of Zimbabwe's Education System and the Need for Industrial Placements for Unexperienced Lecturers
Education is often heralded as the cornerstone of national development, a tool that empowers individuals, fosters innovation, and drives economic growth. In Zimbabwe, a nation with a rich history of e...Published: 13 Aug 2024 at 21:35hrs | 174 | by Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
China plays key role in Zimbabwe's path to industrialisation
CHINA is a key player in Zimbabwe's quest to transition from primary industries to manufacturing value chains, a Zimbabwean official has said.In an interview with Xinhua on the sidelines of th...Published: 04 Aug 2024 at 14:54hrs | 155 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa warns mischief brewers
President Mnangagwa emphasized that Zimbabwe is enjoying peace, which allows the Second Republic to focus on transformative projects. He warned against any attempts to incite violence ahead of the 44t...Published: 03 Aug 2024 at 12:26hrs | 93 | by Staff reporter
SADC leaders to be shielded from power cuts in Zimbabwe
Zimbabweans are facing daily power cuts, but regional leaders attending the SADC summit in Harare next month will be shielded from these blackouts. The government has instructed power utility ZESA to ...Published: 31 Jul 2024 at 12:57hrs | 645 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe tourism receipts up 35% to US$241 million
Zimbabwe's tourism receipts rose by 35% to US$241 million in the first quarter of this year, up from US$178 million in the same period last year, driven by increased international and domestic tourist...Published: 30 Jul 2024 at 07:23hrs | 83 | by Staff reporter
Chiwenga to officiate at Investment Forum
The Ministry of Industry and Commerce is preparing to host the Investment Forum next Monday, attracting key stakeholders and policymakers from across Africa. The forum, held in collaboration with the ...Published: 26 Jul 2024 at 06:38hrs | 206 | by Staff reporter
Entertainment Trends in 2024: A Transformative Year
The entertainment landscape in 2024 has undergone significant innovation and transformation. As technology advances and audience preferences shift, several key trends are defining the present and futu...Published: 25 Jul 2024 at 11:48hrs | 123 | by Staff Reporter
EXCLUSIVE: Munyaradzi Hwengwere appointed Patron of the Association of Mining Journalists in Zimbabwe
The Association of Mining Journalists in Zimbabwe (AMJZ) has appointed Munyaradzi Hwengwere as its new Patron. Hwengwere, a seasoned media and publications relations executive and a notable entreprene...Published: 24 Jul 2024 at 20:27hrs | 332 | by Mandl Ndlovu
Zimbabwe misses mineral revenue target
Zimbabwe faces a challenging economic outlook for 2024, with economists warning of reduced foreign exchange reserves, diminished government revenue, and decreased economic activity due to lower global...Published: 19 Jul 2024 at 06:20hrs | 538 | by Staff reporter
Saudi Arabia approves mining agreements with Zimbabwe
MINING agreements with Zimbabwe, Jordan and Gabon were signed off by the Saudi Cabinet, and a range of economic deals were rubber-stamped.Approved during the meeting chaired by Crown Prince Mo...Published: 19 Jul 2024 at 05:49hrs | 121 | by Staff reporter
Paul Kagame wins Rwanda's presidential elections
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has won the country's presidential election with 99% of the vote, according to preliminary election results released late Monday evening.Kagame had won 99% of the...Published: 16 Jul 2024 at 07:02hrs | 927 | by Staff reporter
Debunking mischief about Tagwirei, Sakunda
There has been a sustained casting of aspersions over the success of businessman Mr Kudakwashe Tagwirei, whom I will simply call Kuda, from anti-Zimbabwe media and activists both locally and outside t...Published: 10 Jul 2024 at 16:49hrs | 6 | by Rutendo Bereza Matinyarare
Please stop making our children idolize tyranny, Mr. President!
Children usually become like their parents.That is why there is the saying, 'an apple doesn't fall far from the tree'.The greatest ability children were given by the Creator, as a lear...Published: 04 Jul 2024 at 20:21hrs | 15 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Mnangagwa rewards Nduna
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed former Zanu-PF legislator Dexter Nduna to spearhead resource mobilisation efforts for the ruling party, focusing on sectors such as mining, agriculture, and ...Published: 04 Jul 2024 at 10:28hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe moves to eradicate child labour in agric sector
The Government of Zimbabwe, in collaboration with the National Employment Council for Agricultural Industry (NECAgriculture), is committed to eradicating child labor in the agricultural sector by impl...Published: 02 Jul 2024 at 11:17hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe power crisis grounds industries
In Zimbabwe, recent rolling blackouts have severely impacted key industries, raising concerns about potential economic downturns and job losses. Kurai Matsheza, president of the Confederation of Zimba...Published: 30 Jun 2024 at 18:32hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
'Not possible to give the DA deputy president post'
AS South Africans eagerly await the announcement of Cabinet, following President Cyril Ramaphosa's swearing in on Wednesday, media reports suggest that the Democratic Alliance is demanding the post of...Published: 24 Jun 2024 at 10:25hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter
Fresh push to drive intra-Sadc trade
Industry and Commerce Minister Nqobizitha Ndlovu urged the private sector to identify obstacles hindering regional trade within Sadc nations, aiming to enhance intra-Africa trade amid recent tensions ...Published: 24 Jun 2024 at 07:03hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa commends Zimbabwe's infrastructure development progress
Under the Second Republic, Zimbabwe has seen significant infrastructure development, aligning with its goal of becoming an upper-middle-income economy by 2030, President Mnangagwa stated. During a tou...Published: 24 Jun 2024 at 06:34hrs | | by Staff reporter
Manhize steel plant to create 150 000 jobs within 10 years
The Dinson Iron and Steel Company (Disco) in Manhize aims to create 25,000 direct jobs and 150,000 opportunities in related industries within the next five to ten years. Currently employing nearly 2,0...Published: 23 Jun 2024 at 08:49hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter
American Chamber of Commerce appoints Dudu Shinya as Executive Director
The American Chamber of Commerce in Zimbabwe (AmCham Zimbabwe) has announced the appointment of Duduzile Shinya as its new Executive Director. Duduzile is a Fellow Chartered Accountant of Zimb...Published: 12 Jun 2024 at 20:18hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter
Manufacturing sector on the rise in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe's manufacturing sector is experiencing a significant resurgence, with capacity utilization surging to 53.2 percent, driven by growth in food, tobacco, cotton, leather, timber, furniture, phar...Published: 10 Jun 2024 at 14:03hrs | 265 | by Tonderai Ndoro
Zimbabwean mines given 2-year window to set up power plants
The Zimbabwean government has mandated that large-scale miners establish their own power generation plants by 2026 to meet the country's rising energy demands. This directive comes in response to proj...Published: 10 Jun 2024 at 08:40hrs | 20 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo tightens water rationing
THE Bulawayo City Council has further tightened its water rationing regime and introduced punitive fines for those exceeding daily expected limits.The stringent measures contained in the lates...Published: 09 Jun 2024 at 09:09hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter
Launch of the Association of Mining Journalists in Zimbabwe (AMJZ)
In a significant development for the media and mining industries, the Association of Mining Journalists in Zimbabwe (AMJZ) has officially been established. This landmark initiative, spearheaded by est...Published: 07 Jun 2024 at 23:24hrs | 17 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Mnangagwa spooks' 'dirty' deals exposed
A recent report by The Sentry sheds light on the Central Intelligence Organisation's (CIO) secret revenue streams, which fund activities like Forever Associates Zimbabwe (FAZ), alleged to have influen...Published: 07 Jun 2024 at 09:54hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter
Dinson completes Manhize power line
The construction of an 88-kilovolt transmission line by Dinson Iron and Steel Company, stretching from Sherwood substation in Kwekwe to Manhize, has been successfully completed. This milestone enables...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:31hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Dongfeng trucks enter Zimbabwe market
Dongfeng Trucks, a new entrant in the truck supplier market in Zimbabwe, made its debut at the ADMA AgriShow held at Art Farm in Pomona, Harare. This introduction comes through partnerships with major...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:27hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter
Amb. Edd Branson and Seychelles ex-President to speak at New York - Africa Summit
The upcoming New York Africa Summit has gained significant attention with the recent announcement of Edd Branson as one of the headline speakers for the event. Scheduled to take place in New York, the...Published: 28 May 2024 at 17:08hrs | 8 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Zimbabwe ignores Sadc energy protocol
MEMBER of Parliament for Dzivaresekwa constituency Edwin Mushoriwa has demanded answers for government's failure to ratify the Amended Sadc Protocol on Energy which is projected to improve development...Published: 28 May 2024 at 12:43hrs | | by Staff reporter
Residents risk losing properties over unpaid bills
The Bulawayo City Council has warned that thousands of residents may lose their properties if they default on paying their bills.Over 2,000 households have already had their water supplies dis...Published: 21 May 2024 at 08:17hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Rejuvenating the Real Estate Market in Matabeleland, Zimbabwe: Strategies for Development and Competitiveness
Chief Real Estate Officer, Integrated Properties Zimbabwe, a nation with a storied history and a vibrant yet tumultuous economy, faces multifaceted chal...Published: 19 May 2024 at 20:58hrs | 6 | by Dr Bekithemba Mpofu
Bulawayo attracts US$135m investment
BULAWAYO has to date attracted investment worth US$135 million in the manufacturing sector, which has seen the creation of more than 33 000 direct jobs, with the Government revealing that the city is ...Published: 19 May 2024 at 10:49hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe spends US$40m on importing spaghetti
Zimbabwe's annual importation of approximately US$40 million worth of macaroni and spaghetti, primarily from Egypt, reflects the nation's sluggish industrialization progress. Despite pasta not being a...Published: 18 May 2024 at 11:55hrs | 22 | by Staff reporter
Shopping Shock: Over a third of customers scammed on popular shopping sites across Europe and beyond
While price comparison sites are a popular tool for finding deals and secure retailers, a new study reveals a disturbing truth: online shopping might not be as safe as we think. According to the ...Published: 17 May 2024 at 12:14hrs | 31 | by Staff Reporter
RBZ governor to unpack MPS in Bulawayo
The Zimbabwe Independent, in partnership with the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ), will tomorrow host an event in Bulawayo to unpack the 2024 Monetary Policy Statement (MPS).Other partners incl...Published: 16 Apr 2024 at 07:58hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe central bank governor gets a rude awakening
BUSINESS executives yesterday gave Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) governor John Mushayavanhu a rude awakening after a snap survey which showed that they were not ready to support the new currency....Published: 12 Apr 2024 at 09:49hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter
'Bond notes, Zimdollar had no backing'
BOND notes and the Zimdollar (ZWL$) did not have any backing during their tenure, the central bank has said, raising questions on the facilities that were bandied to be supporting the local currency....Published: 12 Apr 2024 at 09:49hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
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