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HELSINKI. — Nokia, which until recently was the world’s biggest mobile phone maker, reported a much worse-than-expected second quarter loss yesterday as it presses on with a massive restructuring of its faltering business.BNC gets duty-free import rights
Bright Madera Senior Business ReporterTHE Government has accorded Bindura Nickel Corporation, National Project Status, which allows duty free importation of equipment. Finance Minister Tendai Biti said Government took a deliberate approach to
Fred Moyo leaves Hwange?
Martin Kadzere Senior Business ReporterHWANGE Colliery Company Limited managing director Mr Fred Moyo could be on his way out of the coal giant as his contract is due to expire at the end of this month, sources at the company said yesterday.
Miners call for mineral policy
Golden Sibanda in Nyanga
THE Chamber of Mines of Zimbabwe has called for a mineral development policy to unlock the country’s vast mineral wealth. Chamber of Mines president Mr Winston Chitando said if the many
Revellers spoilt for choice
Entertainment ReporterRevellers are spoilt for choice this weekend with a number of gigs lined up across the country.
The Chitungwiza Aquatic Complex will tomorrow afternoon play host to Mutare-based gospel musician
Beatrice Primary School to host fund-raising show
Entertainment ReporterBEATRICE Primary School will this Saturday host a fund-raising show that will feature some of Power FM’s presenters in the form of Dr Zobha, D-Train and Tendai “The Sweet Thang” Chakanyuka. The show is
When truth is stranger than fiction
Film ReviewProf Joel White
Film: The Vow
Cast: Channing Tatum, Rachel McAdams, Wendy Crewson, Joe Coloshen, Sam Neil, Tony Klein, Jeff
Zim’s social history on display
Dr Tony Monda Art ZoneCurrently running at the National Gallery of Zimbabwe is a collection of paintings, sculptures, photographs and video installations. The art works explore issues of urban migration and the
Star FM rekindles radio listening
Jonathan Mbiriyamveka Entertainment ReporterThe coming on board of Star FM has created a frenzied atmosphere amongst Zimbabweans as the new station has revived the culture of listening to radio. People had forgotten all about radio as they
President launches women’s empowerment framework
Sydney Kawadza and Paidamoyo Chipunza
President Mugabe yesterday officially launched Government’s Broad Based Women’s Economic Empowerment Framework which seeks to provide a guiding outline for economic empowerment.
He, however, urged women to develop the necessary skills that would ensure success in their business activities.
President Mugabe also hailed women’s contribution to Zimbabwe’s growth and sustenance during the sanctions-induced economic downturn.
He also took a swipe at the banking sector for charging exorbitant interests rates that are detrimental to the development of businesses in Zimbabwe.
President Mugabe expressed doubt that Britain, US and their Western allies would remove the illegal economic sanctions they imposed on Zimbabwe.
The Broad Based Women’s Economic Empowerment Framework has inspired Government’s efforts to achieve gender equality and women empowerment.
It also has a broad-based agenda of ensuring sustainable growth in Zimbabwe.