Zim’s stalled engine: Manufacturing sector shrinks despite potential
Nelson Gahadza Despite its advantageous position alongside established value chains in agriculture, mining, and retail, Zimbabwe’s manufacturing sector has consistently underperformed in its contribution to the national Gross Domestic Product…
Govt co-opts small-scale lithium miners
Business Writer THE Government says it has made provisions for small-scale miners to participate in the exploitation of lithium, a globally sought-after mineral regarded as the “New Oil”, given its…
Navigating the climate crisis: Insights from Beira
In 2019, Mozambique was ranked the most climate-vulnerable country by the Global Climate Risk Index. That same year, tropical Cyclone Idai claimed over 600 lives, displaced 16 000 residents, and…
Zim pens five MoUs with South Koreans
What’s in an agreement if not implemented? Hebert Zharare in SEOUL, South Korea Zimbabwe’s public and private sector organisations signed five memoranda of understanding (MoUs) here on the sidelines of the…
SME series: Protect your intellectual property
Arthur Marara “Please call me back” Sounds familiar? It does for many people and at one point in time was rampantly abused in Zimbabwe. Mr Kenneth Nkosana Makate, a former…
Drought mitigation gobbles US$162m on grain imports
Tapiwanashe Mangwiro Zimbabwe has ramped up maize imports amid the effects of a devastating drought which has seen expected harvests drop by 72 percent year-on-year. The Zimbabwe National Statistical Agency…
MADD-NESS
JAMES MADDISON has become the first player to be axed from Gareth Southgate’s provisional England squad for Euro 2024.
Can we be generation of environmental recovery in Zim?
The weight of a harsh reality settled upon the world as it observed World Environment Day on Wednesday. This year’s theme, “Reviving lands for a brighter future,” resonated deeply in…
Stanbic commits US$100m to mining projects
Own Correspondent Leading financial services institution, Stanbic Bank last year availed US$100 million towards the mining sector, demonstrating its unwavering commitment to support Zimbabwe’s economic growth. Stanbic Bank chief executive…
Edgars: Solid strategy, now let’s see some action
Sylvester Mupanduki Edgars’ bold strategy to rejuvenate its operations in Zimbabwe, including the revival of the Express Stores, warrants significant attention. The company faces challenges ranging from competitive pressures to…











