Open Economy: Why nations struggle to design their own economies

There are many ways to design an economy. There is a Nordic model of welfare (Scandinavia), a centralised model of state capitalism (China), and highly financialised free market capitalism (Europe…

GARDEN: Gotchie-gotchie on the pergola

SUMMER time is an opportunity to venture outdoors and enjoy nature’s fragrances and sounds with family and friends.

Harare blows US$600 000 on sweeping machines

Harare City Council has taken delivery of two road sweeper machines at US$600 000, drawing the ire of residents who accuse the financially-crippled authority of misplacing its priorities.

HIV vaccine comes to town…How will it work?

In a development that is likely to turn around the country’s fight against HIV and Aids, a consortium of research organisations will embark on clinical trials of an HIV vaccine,…

Rainbow Airline grounded before maiden flight

RAINBOW Airline, which was scheduled to have its maiden flight from Harare – Johannesburg today, has indefinitely postponed its service over unclear circumstances.

Chinese firm resuscitates Kamativi tin mine

Munyaradzi Musiiwa – Midlands Correspondent KAMATIVI Tin Mine in Matabeleland North is set to resume operations after 21 years following the conclusion of a deal between Zimbabwe and a Chinese investor…

EDITORIAL COMMENT: ZANU-PF Govt: Well done is better than well said

When President Mugabe presented the State of the Nation Address last week, he did not mention the word sanctions in his address leaving pseudo political and economic analysts going on…

State of the Nation: Indigenisation is not one-size-fits-all

The indigenisation law is clear and one of the cardinal pieces of legislation in Zimbabwe with respect to indigenising and distributing national wealth.

‘Explore all energy options’

While efforts are being made to improve power generation from hydro and thermal stations, experts say the method is expensive and there is need to venture into alternative energy sources.

Remembering Dr Mzee: A high level of generosity

As part of our series in the run-up to the 12th anniversary of the death of Vice-President Dr Simon Muzenda on September 20, our Reporter Tendai Chara spoke to Cde…

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