Debt, pending bills batter Africa economies in 2024
Several African countries reeling under the weight of economic and political problems are banking on rescue interventions from the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF), which are now holding their annual spring meets in Washington DC.
Nigeria eyes US$2bn bailout loan from the WB
Nigeria’s Minister of Finance Wale Edun, recently relayed that Nigeria is in the perfect position to attain a loan from the World Bank. During a press conference, he noted that Nigeria qualifies for a US$2 billion loan from the global lender.
Siyabonga Thwala to star in new action-drama series
Three time SAFTA winner Siyabonga Thwala will be starring in a new action-drama series, “Empini’” as Khaya Bhodoza, a prominent businessman and political stalwart. Thwala is known to be among…
TIMB explains 75pc forex retention modalities, urges farmers to report unfair practices
Edgar Vhera Agriculture Specialist Writer THE 25 percent local currency portion for tobacco farmers will be applied to the net sales proceeds after settlement of levies and other marketing costs and…
Prospect Lithium Zim celebrates milestones
Prospect Lithium Zimbabwe (PLZ) today celebrated its 2nd anniversary with a grand event highlighting the theme “Adapting and Thriving: Celebrating 2 Years of Growth and Resilience in the Lithium Industry”.
Zim Chamber of SMEs lauds Government on ZiG
The Zimbabwe Chamber of SMEs has hailed the Second Republic for introducing the ZiG saying the move will arrest inflationary pressures, restore savings and stimulate investment as the nation works towards attaining Vision 2030.
Marondera-Igava Road accident claims two
Two people died while four others were injured when a BMW vehicle they were travelling in had an accident at the 15 km peg along the Marondera-Igava Road yesterday.
Robbery suspect shot, injured in police shootout
The Herald – A 35-year-old suspected armed robber was shot and injured in Bulawayo on Saturday after he tried to disarm a police officer who was armed with a CZ…
Forex dealers off the streets in Chinhoyi
Conrad Mupesa Mashonaland West Bureau ILLEGAL money changers in Mashonaland West’s capital Chinhoyi, have since gone into hiding following a string of raids and arrests in Harare and Bulawayo recently.…











