Forex reserves rise to US$1,7bn, equal to 1,7 months’ import cover

Business Reporter ZIMBABWE’s foreign currency reserves rose to US$1,7 billion by the end of July, from US$1,6 billion in June, equivalent to 1,7 months of import cover, supported by increased…

Harare orders owners to repair dilapidated buildings

Remember Deketeke Municipal Correspondent THE City of Harare has ordered property owners to repair, renovate and maintain dilapidated and unsightly buildings and their surroundings, warning that non-compliant owners risk penalties…

Parliament assesses use of ZINARA funds by local authorities

Thupeyo Muleya Beitbridge Bureau THE Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Transport and Infrastructure Development is conducting a nationwide tour to assess service delivery by local authorities, with particular focus on the…

Gweru steps up war on litter, launches rabies vaccination drive

Diana Nherera THE City of Gweru has stepped up efforts to address waste management challenges and promote a culture of cleanliness, while also launching a citywide campaign to prevent the…

Civil Registry, ZEC urged to work as ‘Siamese twins’ in voter registration handover

Sikhumbuzo Moyo [email protected] ZIMBABWE Registrar-General Mr Henry Machiri has urged officials from the Civil Registry Department and the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) to work like “Siamese twins” to ensure a…

Bosso@100 roast postponed to September

Langalakhe Mabena, [email protected] Umahlekisa Entertainment has postponed the much-anticipated Bosso@100 Roast to September 25, citing unforeseen circumstances. The comedy show, which had initially been scheduled for Friday (August 21) at…

Harare upgrades traffic lights, roads following residents’ concerns

  Diana Nherera THE City of Harare has upgraded traffic signals at the Samora Machel Avenue and Glenara Avenue intersection following concerns raised by residents and ratepayers. Speaking at a…

CUT’s third Vice Chancellor installed

Conrad Mupesa Mashonaland West Bureau CHINHOYI University of Technology (CUT) Chancellor President Mnangagwa on Wednesday installed Professor Irvin Mpofu as the institution’s third Vice Chancellor. The installation coincided with CUT’s…

Economic diplomacy pays dividends as Zim/SA trade deepens

Nduduzo Tshuma in Pretoria, South Africa ZIMBABWE’S economic diplomacy under the Second Republic led by President Mnangagwa has translated into stronger trade flows, improved connectivity and expanding opportunities for businesses,…

Banking sector remains resilient as assets, deposits and lending rise

Nelson Gahadza Business Reporter Zimbabwe’s banking sector remained resilient during the first half of the year, with strong growth in assets, deposits and lending underpinning the sector’s capacity to support…