Maximising exports of leather and related products
Trade Focus Allan Majuru Zimbabwe has set an ambitious export target of US$14 billion by 2030, with the diversification of markets and products identified as a key strategy for achieving…
Finding peace in a troubled world
“And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.” — Philippians 4:7 God’s peace is extraordinary. It transcends our circumstances…
Setting up a plant nursery on a small budget
DRIVEN by factors such as growing interest in home gardening, sustainable agriculture, landscaping and reforestation, demand for plants in Zimbabwe is growing. This makes establishing a small plant nursery a…
Sticky ginger cake
MINERAL elements are required by the body in small amounts. Calcium builds bones and teeth, controls muscle function and regulates heartbeat. Iron makes haemoglobin in red blood cells and carries…
Five impersonators arrested for cheating in Zimsec exams
Sharon Masocha FIVE adults have been arrested and brought before the courts on charges of impersonating learners sitting public examinations, while a 42-year-old teacher was arrested for allegedly leaking an…
Arda eyes 25pc increase in maize hectarage
Business Reporter THE Agricultural and Rural Development Authority (ARDA) is increasing the hectarage under grain by 25 percent to nearly 100 000 hectares (ha) this summer cropping season, as the…
Brics+ could shape new world order
Anthoni van Nieuwkerk The last two summits of Brics countries have raised questions about the coalition’s identity and purpose. This began to come into focus at the summit hosted by…
Implement an agile strategy for success
Hunt For Greatness Milton Kamwendo STRATEGIC PLANNING and execution build greatness. To be effective, strategy should not just be an annual show. In the book “Agile Strategy”, Ralph Fernando offers…
New Mbare Musika will be bigger and better
ON October 8, a fire gutted Mbare Musika, a historic trading hub that provides livelihoods to thousands of people. The Government has since moved in to redevelop the market following…
400 village business units now operational
Malven Mugadzikwa OVER 400 village business units (VBUs), directly benefitting 3 500 households, have been established countrywide, with some presently generating at least US$3 000 per month. This initiative is…











