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BAT to halt cigarette production in South Africa

Rampant smuggling of illicit tobacco, much of it originating from Zimbabwe and other countries, has forced British American Tobacco (BAT) to stop producing cigarettes in South Africa by the end of 2026, the company has announced.BAT South …

Published: 16 hrs ago | 464 | by Staff reporter

2 Zimbabweans in South African court for smuggling 33 children

Two Zimbabwean men have appeared briefly before the Musina Magistrate's Court in South Africa facing charges of aiding illegal immigrants and contravening immigration laws after they were allegedly caught transporting undocumented children…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 216 | by Staff reporter

SANDF intercepts explosives smuggled from Zimbabwe into South Africa

South African soldiers on routine patrol along the Limpopo River intercepted explosives valued at over R82 000, which were being smuggled into South Africa from Zimbabwe. Three suspects fled the scene upon spotting the army personnel, leav…

Published: 07 Jan 2026 at 20:21hrs | | by Staff reporter

More drones deployed to tighten Beitbridge anti-smuggling net

The Government has ramped up anti-smuggling measures at the Beitbridge Border Post through the deployment of additional drones, aiming to tighten surveillance and seal illicit trade routes at Zimbabwe's busiest entry point.The enhanced dro…

Published: 18 Dec 2025 at 13:17hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chinese national escapes prison term for gold smuggling

A Chinese national, Zhang Jiabo (24), was granted bail by Kariba resident magistrate Simon Kandiero despite being apprehended with gold valued at over US$200,000 at the Kariba Border Post.Zhang was arrested on December 8, 2025, and charged…

Published: 18 Dec 2025 at 13:12hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimra officers arrested for smuggling under a diplomatic rebate waiver

A Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) officer has appeared in court on allegations of fraud and money laundering after reportedly facilitating the clearance of goods weighing 554kg at Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport under the gu…

Published: 06 Dec 2025 at 18:08hrs | | by Staff reporter

How reliable is Zimbabwe's claim of economic growth?

This is a question that has bothered me for some time.Listening to President Emmerson Mnangagwa addressing today's ZANU-PF Politburo meeting, one would be forgiven for believing Zimbabwe is in the midst of a spectacular economic renaissanc…

Published: 03 Dec 2025 at 19:48hrs | | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

It's the economy, stupid!

WORKING for government remains one of the surest ways for a stable income, job security and above all, a ticket to further studies for many across the globe.However, with each passing day, the statement is being proven to be contrary in Zi…

Published: 23 Oct 2021 at 05:35hrs | | by Paidamoyo Muzulu

Transporters must adopt required pre-clearance processes at border

It's just over a week since the new Beitbridge Border Post freight terminal has been opened to the public and the results of improved border management systems are slowly beginning to show.Like any project, migration from old systems to ne…

Published: 22 Oct 2021 at 05:28hrs | 30 | by Nick Mangwana

Denying that there sanctions against Zimbabwe now a discredited position

All is primed for the observation of the Anti-Sanctions Solidarity Day which was declared by Southern African Development Community (SADC) leaders to take place every 25 October.The day this year falls on Monday, and as expected, a number …

Published: 22 Oct 2021 at 05:26hrs | | by Lovemore Chikova

Zimra throttles smugglers' breathing space

The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) will with effect from tomorrow introduce tight import regulations that will minimise the smuggling of commercial cargo by

Published: 30 Sep 2021 at 20:27hrs | 24 | by Staff reporter

Sanctions hurt but smuggling kills the economy

Dear Mr President, Mr President, your Excellence Sir i write this letter to you seeking your urgent intervention on these serious cases of economic sabotage and destruction. Yes sanctions do hurt our economy but corruption and smuggling ar…

Published: 28 Oct 2020 at 08:32hrs | 5 | by Munya Shumba

Car smugglers hunt for draught animal power - $400 for a donkey

IN most villages in Beitbridge district, donkeys are used majorly as a source of draught power. These are used for tillage, drawing carts, fetching firewood and other household chores.Donkeys are resistant to the harsh conditions associate…

Published: 03 Sep 2017 at 11:33hrs | | by Thupeyo Muleya

Blitz on smuggling welcomed

Smuggling has become an albatross around the country's economy as leakages of goods in and out of the country on our borders and illegal points of entry has impacted negatively on our efforts to resuscitate our economy which is under siege…

Published: 08 Jun 2016 at 12:35hrs | | by Tapiwa Maware

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Civil servants push for USD75 monthly COLA

Maswanhise named among most promising talents at AFCON 2025

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ZANU-PF youths turn on Mnangagwa's divisive adviser

Woman bashed for demanding extra fees after condom burst

Head robbed of O-Level results

Chivayo dangled $2 million on Mwaruwari taking charge

Mwonzora seeks talks with Chamisa, Biti ahead of 2028 elections

US dollar remains dominant as ZiG struggles for relevance

Botswana bans Zimbabwe livestock

Zimbabwe govt denies grade inflation

Makoni bid to block enforcement of English divorce order dismissed

BAT to halt cigarette production in South Africa

Zimbabwe's Gold Mafia saga in new twist

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