Zim taps into China for health sector upgrade

ZIMBABWE intends to tap into China’s multi-billion-dollar medical equipment industry to plug gaps that currently exist in the health sector, Midlands Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution Owen Ncube has said.

Forbes Border Post upgrade gathers pace as 500-truck staging area takes shape

CONSTRUCTION of a new temporary truck staging area with capacity for 500 haulage trucks is underway at Forbes Border Post in Mutare, marking a major milestone in Government’s ongoing efforts to modernise the country’s trade gateways.

Seke fish farmer pocketing US$26 000 every six months

WHAT started as a small project has blossomed into a lucrative business for a Seke-based fish farmer.

Vaccines for livestock deployed ahead of rainy season

THE Directorate of Veterinary Services (DVS) is presently deploying livestock vaccines to identified hotspots as part of a comprehensive integrated tick and tick-borne disease programme to safeguard the national herd, especially as the rainy season begins.

‘Sadc to maintain collective thrust’

PRESIDENT Mnangagwa says Sadc will maintain a collective approach to address challenges facing the region, while strengthening cooperation and regional solidarity.

Economy stages stronger-than-expected rebound — IMF

ZIMBABWE’S economy has staged a stronger-than-expected rebound in 2025, the International Monetary Fund has said, with agriculture and mining once again emerging as the decisive pillars of recovery, while inflation continues to ease on the back of exchange rate stability.

Zim, SA strengthen ties for shared growth

ZIMBABWE and South Africa continue to strengthen cooperation at all levels, from Heads of State to Government institutions and political parties, in pursuit of sustained development and shared prosperity, African National Congress Treasurer-General Dr Gwen Ramokgopa has said.

‘Innovation must drive industry’

THE manufacturing sector must invest in research-driven innovation and align with global industrial trends to boost local production and reduce reliance on imports, Vice President Dr Constantino Chiwenga has said.

Treasury urged to allocate more funds to media sector

INFORMATION, Publicity and Broadcasting Services Minister Dr Jenfan Muswere has appealed to  Treasury to allocate more resources to the media sector to capacitate its operations, unlock more opportunities, and ensure it achieves the strategic communication goals for national development.

Zim opens door for review process

ZIMBABWE has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Committee of Heads of State and Government participating in the African Peer Review Mechanism, paving the way for an assessment mission by the review team.