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Tourism industry bleeds US$40m in 90 days. . . sector-wide carnage could top US$125 million, imperilling Zim’s GDP

The rout places Zimbabwe’s lofty US$5 billion annual tourism revenue target in serious doubt, as warnings grow over investor flight and stagnating access to finance.

By Shame Makoshori Jun. 6, 2025

Tourism industry bleeds US$40m in 90 days. . . sector-wide carnage could top US$125 million, imperilling Zim’s GDP

ZSE rally masks undervalued stocks

By Mthandazo Nyoni Jun. 6, 2025

Investors flee Lake Kariba’s collapsing eastern shoreline

By Shame Makoshori and Freeman Makopa Jun. 6, 2025

US$9bn power play: Bold bid to attract investors, reform energy

ZETDC is a unit of national power utlity Zesa Holdings, which distributes electricity.

By Staff Reporter Jun. 6, 2025

State contractors’ payment crisis spirals into job market bloodbath... operators offload 500 workers in three months, says trade union

Zimbabwe Construction and Allied Trade Workers Union (ZCATWU) secretary-general Muchapiwa Mazarura confirmed widespread job losses.

By Shame Makoshori Jun. 6, 2025

State contractors’ payment crisis spirals into job market bloodbath... operators offload 500 workers in three months, says trade union

No road! Crumbling highway derails Zim’s tourism boom... fortunes lost during Easter rush as govt neglects critical route

The neglect has come at a cost. Lives have been lost — twisted metal carcasses along the highway tell the story.

By Shame Makoshori Jun. 6, 2025

No road! Crumbling highway derails Zim’s tourism boom... fortunes lost during Easter rush as govt neglects critical route

Hyperinflation distorts reality of bank profits, says BAZ boss

There is a perception that banks are making super profits in a distressed economy

By Freeman Makopa Jun. 6, 2025

Hyperinflation distorts reality of bank profits, says BAZ boss

Govt brokers EU power deals as blackouts unsettle economy

One of the most pressing challenges for local businesses is the persistent power outages caused by an unreliable electricity supply.

By Blessed Ndlovu and Ashton Ndakusiya May. 30, 2025

Govt brokers EU power deals as blackouts unsettle economy

Battle to protect Vic Falls: Wildlife artist pushes back.....as hospitality firm slaps campaigner with US$2m lawsuit

His critics, however, accuse him of mounting a damaging misinformation campaign — claims he flatly denies.

By Tinashe Kairiza May. 30, 2025

Battle to protect Vic Falls: Wildlife artist pushes back.....as hospitality firm slaps campaigner with US$2m lawsuit

State suppliers plot Treasury showdown at funeral parlour…desperation peaks as firms reel from unpaid government contracts

Their situation has become untenable under the combined weight of a brutal liquidity squeeze and a government launching grand projects beyond its fiscal capacity.

By Shame Makoshori May. 30, 2025

State suppliers plot Treasury showdown at funeral parlour…desperation peaks as firms reel from unpaid government contracts

Afreximbank exposes US$2,4 billion hole in Zim external debt

This is not the first time Afreximbank has exposed inconsistencies in Zimbabwe’s debt disclosures.

By Tatira Zwinoira May. 30, 2025

Afreximbank exposes US$2,4 billion hole in Zim external debt

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Refineries under threat as RBZ gulps more forex... Zim’s mining industry suffers under shocking policy overlaps

The mining industry is now paralysed by policy contradictions.

By Shame Makoshori May. 29, 2025

Refineries under threat as RBZ gulps more forex... Zim’s mining industry suffers under shocking policy overlaps

Pension funds require 100 yrs to compensate 2008 victims

Government later instructed the Insurance and Pensions Commission (Ipec) to work with funds to establish compensation mechanisms.

By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 29, 2025

Pension funds require 100 yrs to compensate 2008 victims

Afreximbank appointed as exclusive financial advisor for US$1,7 billion coal-to-fertiliser project

Suiso was formed recently to focus on the manufacture of ammonia and fertiliser, using a fossil-fuel gasification process.

By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 28, 2025

Afreximbank appointed as exclusive financial advisor for US$1,7 billion coal-to-fertiliser project

Stanbic Bank Zim pledges sustainable energy financing to power mining sector growth

Stanbic Bank’s Pan African and international footprint enables the bank to leverage global best practices, enhance its capabilities, and expose its teams to innovative technologies and ideas.

By Business Reporter May. 28, 2025

Stanbic Bank Zim pledges sustainable energy financing to power mining sector growth

Calls for lithium value-addition grow louder

Maguwu also warned of the environmental and social toll of current mining practices, especially opencast operations, which are displacing communities and damaging ecosystems.

By Julia Ndlela May. 23, 2025

Calls for lithium value-addition grow louder

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Mnangagwa walks tightrope in fresh diplomatic offensive

Mutisi argued that these enduring alliances will continue shaping Zimbabwe’s foreign policy trajectory.

By Julia Ndlela May. 23, 2025

Mnangagwa walks tightrope in fresh diplomatic offensive

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Chivayo rant amplifies R800 million mystery

Even Zimbabwe’s Financial Intelligence Unit, led by Oliver Chiperesa, has declined to comment.

By Julia Ndlela May. 23, 2025

Chivayo rant amplifies R800 million mystery

Mines retrench 1 200 in shocking bloodbath

Across sectors, reports of a shocking strain have increased, with over 1 000 workers losing jobs in a retail sector crippled by blazing liquidity shortages.

By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 23, 2025

Mines retrench 1 200 in shocking bloodbath

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Left in the brutal cold: Betrayal of Cloverdale

The betrayal is not isolated. It is systemic.

By Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa May. 23, 2025

Left in the brutal cold: Betrayal of Cloverdale

‘Trump tariffs war sparks cheap imports wave fears’

It said Zimbabwe must scale up gold production in anticipation of rising global prices, spurred by investor flight from volatile equity markets and the US dollar.

By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 23, 2025

‘Trump tariffs war sparks cheap imports wave fears’

Liquid’s new CEO unveils AI-powered Zim strategy

Looking ahead, what upcoming innovations or strategic plans can we expect from Liquid to further solidify its role in shaping Zimbabwe’s digital future

By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 23, 2025

Liquid’s new CEO unveils AI-powered Zim strategy

2008 ghost haunts pension funds as ZAPF turns 50 yrs

While this is progress, we still need to develop more accessible and relevant products that cater to the unique needs of informal workers.

By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 23, 2025

2008 ghost haunts pension funds as ZAPF turns 50 yrs

Zim telecoms firms raise data, voice tariffs amid costs surge

Across the region, there is a visible shift toward infrastructure sharing, as operators seek to cut costs by co-investing in tower and fibre infrastructure.

By Shame Makoshori May. 23, 2025

Zim telecoms firms raise data, voice tariffs amid costs surge

Zim’s trade deficit widens by 28%

Economist Trust Chikohora noted that the global economy was under significant pressure, particularly due to trade wars and policies emerging from the United States.

By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 16, 2025