PGMs output dips on domestic, global factors

ZIMBABWE recorded a 13 percent drop in platinum group metals (PGMs), a key element of the country’s export basket, production during the first quarter of 2025, weighed down by a combination of domestic challenges and the impact of demand dynamics on the global market.

Premier seeks shareholder backing for funding strategy

Nqobile Bhebhe Zimpapers Business Hub Premier African Minerals is set to convene a crucial 2025 Annual General Meeting (AGM) on June 4, 2025, in South Africa, where shareholders will consider…

Africa welcomes new dollar billionaire

Zak Calisto, founder and chief executive officer of Karooooo Ltd, a vehicle tracking and fleet management services firm, has joined Africa’s exclusive circle of dollar billionaires.

Pick n Pay narrows losses, signalling slow recovery

JSE-listed retailer Pick n Pay saw its shares climb 5 percent in Thursday afternoon trade after issuing a voluntary trading update for the 53 weeks ended March 2, 2025.

SA pushes policy directive to pave way for Starlink

South Africa’s government plans to push ahead with a policy directive that provides a workaround to black-ownership requirements in the telecommunications industry, aiming to encourage Elon Musk’s Starlink and other satellite services to operate in the country.

Transforming Zimbabwe’s Carbon Market With Blockchain

Zimbabwe recently achieved a significant technological milestone with the launch of the Zimbabwe Carbon Registry (ZCR), the first national carbon registry compliant with Article 6 of the Paris Agreement fully powered by blockchain technology. This innovative blockchain-based solution, developed by technology leader A6 Labs, is setting new standards for transparency, security, and efficiency in global carbon markets.

Horticulture industry blossoms . . . US$2 billion in export earnings projected

Michael Tome Business Reporter THE Horticultural Development Council (HDC) has projected export revenue to reach US$2 billion annually over the next few years, amid expected strong growth in production and…

Zimbabwe exports nearly 100 tonnes steel in first four months

Martin Kadzere, Zimpapers Business Hub IT may be early days yet, but Zimbabwe has made giant strides towards reclaiming its position as a regional leader in the steel industry, after…

Women miners face limited access to capital and gender inequality

Judith Phiri Business Reporter WOMEN miners in Gwanda have voiced concerns over the lack of access to financial capital, which they say hampers their production capacity and limits their ability…

Zimbabwe eyes US$2billion horticultural exports

Michael Tome Business Reporter THE Horticulture Development Council (HDC) has projected export revenue to reach US$2 billion annually over the next few years, amid expected strong growth in production and…

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