TWINS ASSOCIATION REPS OFF TO SUMMIT

A TWINS Association of Zimbabwe (TAZ) delegation is expected to join scores of twins from other countries at a regional summit in Zambia this weekend.

Juve agree departure terms with Allegri

Juventus said on Monday they had reached a deal with coach Massimiliano Allegri, who they fired two weeks ago, to end his contract by mutual agreement.

CONFRONTING EL NINO

IN a bid to compliment Government’s efforts to strengthen the role of small holder farmers amid the El Niño climate-induced drought impacting the country, the Sprout Women Empowerment Trust (SWET) has launched a programme aimed at empowering women and girls in Chitungwiza peri-urban and Chiweshe rural areas.

Delayed cotton marketing season leaves farmers grounded

Several cotton farmers in Zimbabwe are worried about a delay in the start of the 2024 marketing season after it was postponed on Monday because the Agricultural Marketing Authority (AMA) has not issued buying licenses to companies yet.

Caledonia mine to raise $309m for gold project

CALEDONIA Mining Corporation says the peak funding requirement for its Bilboes Gold Limited project in Matabeleland North province is estimated at US$309 million.

ZB sees 394pc jump in 2023 full-year profit

ZB Financial Holdings (ZBHF) recorded a 394 percent jump in income to $1,247 million in the year to December 2023 underpinned by fair value adjustments, commissions and fees.

Ghana resists 5G deal with Indian billionaire

A deal for Mukesh Ambani, Asia’s second-richest man to capitalise on the demand for 5G wireless services in Ghana is facing opposition from the country’s parliamentary minority, who have criticized the administration for rushing into a “sweetheart deal.”

SA unions want Ramaphosa to retain the presidency

South Africa’s most powerful labour union federation, which is allied with the African National Congress, said any coalition deal struck by the party after losing its majority in the country’s elections last week must ensure President Cyril Ramaphosa retain his post and its manifesto pledges are upheld.

Pick n Pay in 3-year turnaround

Pick n Pay, which has begun a three-year turnaround under chief executive officer (CEO) Sean Summers, paid former boss Pieter Boone a sizeable cash “termination settlement” in terms of his contract of employment.

BHP faces test of patience after Anglo bid failed

Days after BHP Group failed to secure the US$49 billion takeover of smaller rival Anglo American Plc, investors have one message for Chief Executive Mike Henry — keep your cool.