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Lagos — Protesters threw stones and bottles at police as Nigerians held a national strike yesterday over soaring fuel prices in Africa’s largest oil producer, already on edge over a spate of Islamist attacks.
Attainment of economic target hinges on steady power, water supply: AfDB
Business Reporter
THE African Development Bank has said Zimbabwe’s attainment of a 9,4 percent economic growth target this year hinges on a stable political and economic environment and compliance with the cash-budgeting system.
Govt urged to compensate depositors
The Government has been urged to compensate depositors who were affected by the demonetisation of the Zimbabwe dollar to restore confidence in the banking sector.
Weak depositor confidence in the banking sector has been cited as a major contributor to the liquidity crunch affecting the economy.
‘Persistent power shortages to affect economic growth’
Persistent power shortages being experienced in the country will have an adverse effect on the economic growth envisaged in the Medium Term Plan (MTP) Economic Planning and Investment Promotion Permanent Secretary Dr Desire Sibanda said.
Businesses express optimism over 2012
Business Reporter
MOST Bulawayo companies resumed operations this week after their annual shutdown with optimism for better fortunes during 2012.
‘Rooney the new media Gazza’
Manchester — Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson believes Wayne Rooney will have to get used to dealing with a level of press scrutiny not seen by an England player since Paul Gascoigne.
Tuskers geared to defend Logan Cup
By Ricky Zililo
MATABELELAND Tuskers Cricket Franchise skipper Gavin Ewing yesterday said his team would have to work hard if they are to defend the Castle Logan Cup.
‘Marazor’ Jackson tipped to join Chicken Inn
By Noel Munzabwa
ONE of the Central Soccer League’s most consistent players, Moses “Marazor” Jackson, is inching closer to Premier Soccer League action with his manager Joseph Muzvondiwa upbeat that a Chicken Inn deal could be concluded soon.
Matabeleland rugby has bright future
Sports Reporter
MATABELELAND Rugby Football Board development coach George ‘Rollo’ Mukorera believes Bulawayo will soon return to being the sport’s powerhouse.
SRC to focus on training
Sports Reporter
THE Sport and Recreation Commission (SRC) will in 2012 prioritise training on marketing and strategic management to its affiliates.