Markets now eye US government shutdown after trade row

FROM one crunch to another, markets are finding it hard to catch a break as we go from tit-for-tat trade wars one day to US government shutdown fears the next.

All you need to know about construction sites

TIME to get technical! We’re taking a closer look at everything you need to know about being on a construction site, including health and safety concerns and some of the workers you might find on a job.

Critical safety tips for construction work

Construction management can be a highly rewarding career, particularly for those adept at overseeing both projects and the safety of their teams. As a manager on a construction site, you are not only dealing with the complexities of building but also the significant responsibilities that come with operating heavy machinery and mitigating other onsite risks. Recent statistics from the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) highlight the urgency of this role: nearly 1 in 5 workplace deaths occurred in the construction industry in 2022.

The power of positivity: Speak positively about your co workers or say nothing

In the world of modern workplaces, where deadlines loom and stress levels often run high, it’s easy to overlook the importance of fostering a positive environment.

No free-funded cotton this season, CPMAZ

THE Cotton Producers and Marketers Association of Zimbabwe (CPMAZ) has declared that there will be no “free cotton” this season, amid reports that there is no farmer registered with the Agricultural Marketing Authority (AMA) to produce self-financed cotton.

Integrating forensic accounting in organisations

Dr Kudzanai Vere In today’s intricate business environment, organisations encounter a myriad of challenges, including fraud, corruption, and financial mismanagement. These issues can erode trust, affect profitability, and lead to…

Govt, cement makers to work on competitiveness

THE Government, through the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, is pursuing collaborations with cement manufacturers to improve the sector’s competitiveness, create employment, and reduce cement imports.

Govt working on measures to whittle down trade deficit

INDUSTRY and Commerce Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu has said the Government is working on measures to resolve the country’s unsustainable trade deficit, which he blamed on weak manufacturing sector performance.

Local action key to Zim’s climate resilience, expert say

As global climate negotiations continue, Zimbabwe is focusing on strengthening its domestic climate action, emphasizing the need for robust local policies and implementation.

Amazon forest felled to build road for climate summit

A new four-lane highway cutting through tens of thousands of acres of protected Amazon rainforest is being built for the COP30 climate summit in the Brazilian city of Belém.

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