Tobacco sector funding still dependent on foreign funding
Martin Kadzere Despite ongoing efforts to wean tobacco farmers off contractor funding, the sector remains heavily reliant on external financing, a situation attributed to the limited capacity of local banks,…
SA awaits $2,6bn green funds decision
A decision on a disbursement by the World Bank-linked Climate Investment Funds that would trigger a US$2,6 billion green-finance package for South Africa was set to be made last Friday,…
Nigeria becomes 8th African country to join EBRD bank
Nigeria has officially joined the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) as the eight African member and its 77th shareholder. Its membership of the EBRD was announced by Nigeria’s…
Oil pares 2025’s biggest drop
Oil rose Friday but remained on track for the biggest weekly decline since late last year as US President Donald Trump’s on-off tariffs against major trading partners injected volatility and…
US orders Bitcoin reserve, digital asset stockpile
As about two dozen crypto-industry executives head to the White House for a summit on Friday, President Donald Trump has a gift ready for them: An executive order calling for…
Zimbabwe should unlock full potential of untapped cultural and mystery tourism
Mashudu Netsianda, [email protected] WHILE Zimbabwe boasts a rich cultural and spiritual heritage, much of its tourism potential remains underutilised, particularly in hidden gems such as sacred sites steeped in mystery…
IWD: No woman or girl should be left behind
THE country has long been at the forefront of efforts to empower women, particularly in rural areas, where gender-based challenges often go unnoticed. The Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small…
‘It’s my time! PSL Week Two Results at a glance Highlanders 4-0 Kwekwe United
Innocent Kurira at Barbourfields Stadium Highlanders 4-0 Kwekwe United BRIGHTON “MaNinja” Ncube’s sensational hat-trick was the highlight of the game as Highlanders dismissed Kwekwe United 4-0 in their first home…
New solar plant earmarked for Zvishavane
Nqobile Bhebhe, [email protected] CHINA-ZIM Green Energy and Technology Corporation has submitted an application to the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (Zera) for a licence to construct, own, and operate an 85MW…
Powerspeed Electrical sparks growth with bold entry into timber market
Business Writer POWERSPEED Electrical Limited has launched a new division, Electrosales Timber, as it expands its business to tap into new market opportunities. The company sees significant potential in the…










