UK’s Ariana projects US$4,5bn gold sales from Zim Dokwe project

According to the miner, the project is expected to achieve payback about one year after processing operations begin and has an estimated internal rate of return of 92%.
By Blessed Ndlovu May. 29, 2026
Zimbabwe owes Japan US$381m as debt talks continue
Zimbabwe owes Japan US$381m as debt talks continue
Maekawa said Zimbabwe needed sustained economic reforms and stable macro-economic management to clear the debt overhang and restore investor confidence.
By Tinashe Kairiza May. 29, 2026
Freda Rebecca triples exploration spend to secure 10-year mine life
Chinyere said Freda Rebecca was also expanding the use of artificial intelligence technologies in underground operations to improve geotechnical monitoring and mine safety.
By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 29, 2026
Zim targets Pairs Golf World Finals
Rwodzi made the call during the launch of the 2026 edition of the tournament at the Sterling Hub in Harare last week.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere May. 29, 2026
Java rebukes circulating fake audio
Tagwirei on various public platforms has denied any ambitions.
By Staff Reporter May. 27, 2026
Sanlam Alternative Investments acquires 10% stake in GreenCo 
“If the continent can provide its own creditworthy, commercially bankable market infrastructure then institutional capital will follow,” Bennet said in a statement. 
By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 27, 2026
Afreximbank profit jumps 25% amid global uncertainty
“The growth in net interest income and profitability demonstrates the strength of our operating model and the continued relevance of our mandate.” 
By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 22, 2026
Property giant eyes growth after flexing its muscle across towns
The group’s investment property portfolio stood at US$91,6 million during the year ended December 31, 2024 following an open market valuation.
By Concilia Mupezeni and Joyce Makunya May. 22, 2026
UK bank sees US$1 billion valuation upside for Zimbabwe’s Caledonia
Caledonia’s market capitalisation stood at US$453,13 million on the London Stock Exchange at Tuesday’s closing share price of 1 750 pence.
By Blessed Ndlovu May. 22, 2026
Cables giant sets aside US$1m for plant, equipment purchase
Part of the company’s funding structure includes a US$878 284 drawdown from a US$1 million loan facility carrying interest of 11% per annum over 36 months.
By Blessed Ndlovu May. 22, 2026
Old Mutual revenues hit near parity
The evolving revenue mix reflects Old Mutual’s push to build more resilient earnings in a volatile operating environment.
By Concilia Mupezeni May. 22, 2026
Zimplats furnace maintenance hits Zim Q1 platinum output
The slowdown highlights the vulnerability of Zimbabwe’s platinum sector to operational disruptions at major producers.
By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 22, 2026
Businesses warn against compulsory hiring of National Youth Service graduates
Zimbabwe has one of the youngest populations in Africa, with youths accounting for a significant share of the unemployed, according to official statistics and
By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 22, 2026
Zim ramps up climate finance push under GGGI–Sweden capacity building drive
However, climate finance mobilisation — estimated at US$121 million over four years — remains significantly below national requirements.
By Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa May. 22, 2026
Banks push for lending revival as stability rekindles confidence
Banks have gone through years of cautious lending driven by runaway inflation, currency instability and persistent liquidity shortages.
By Blessed Ndlovu May. 22, 2026
Relay kings: Muwishi says Zim athletes ready for the world
The quartet clocked 3:01.11 in a dramatic final, finishing ahead of Kenya (3:01.34) and Morocco (3:01.35) in one of the closest races of the championships.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere May. 22, 2026
Over 50% of Zim’s fixed broadband now wireless
Fixed wireless access, as Potraz defines it, is primarily fixed LTE: home internet services delivered over cellular infrastructure, without a physical cable connecting the premises.
By Valentine Muhamba May. 19, 2026
Measured but not counted: How Starlink broke Potraz’s bandwidth framework
A framework that counts Starlink’s consumption in one quarter, excludes it in the next, and never accounts for its provision produces a picture of the market that is structurally incomplete.
By Valentine Muhamba May. 19, 2026
Afreximbank injects US$15m into Ecobank Zimbabwe to drive SME export growth
Zimbabwe’s SMEs account for more than 60% of gross domestic product and over 70% of national employment
By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 18, 2026
Can Churches endorse CAB3?
A group of churches
By The Zimbabwe Independent May. 15, 2026
Intellego backs FMHL’s US$11,9m FMP buyout
In a circular issued to shareholders this week, FMP said it intended to delist from the ZSE as part of a strategic shift towards operating as a privately-held entity.
By Concilia Mupezeni May. 15, 2026
Caledonia cash pile jumps as Bilboes project gathers pace
CALEDONIA Mining Corporation grew its liquidity position to US$191,1 million in the first quarter ended March 31, 2026, strengthening its ability to fund the ambitious Bilboes Gold Project.
By Blessed Ndlovu May. 15, 2026
Local banks back Shamva gold’s US$152m expansion
MUTAPA Gold Resources  says local banks are expected to finance about half of a US$152 million expansion project at Shamva Hill that will triple monthly gold production at the mine by 2028.
By Nhau Mangirazi May. 15, 2026
Insurer seeks court review of Paramount’s US$11,7m bill
Short-term insurer Alliance Insurance has appealed against a High Court order compelling it to pay textiles giant Paramount Exports nearly US$11,7 million for stock destroyed in a devastating fire,
By Blessed Ndlovu May. 15, 2026
Young local golfers spark hope at 2026 Zim Open
Three players who qualified through the ZPGA Order of Merit, led by seasoned campaigner Visitor Mapwanya, made the cut in one of the Sunshine Tour’s toughest events.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere May. 15, 2026
Perion partners Mediamark, McSorely in Africa AI ad drive
Wayne Bischoff, CEO at Mediamark, said Outmax introduced capabilities not currently available on the continent.
By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 14, 2026
Fastjet Zimbabwe renews IOSA certification
The IOSA certification renewal represents fastjet Zimbabwe’s first registration under the IATA’S enhanced Risk-Based IOSA approach
By Staff Reporter May. 12, 2026
Zim Open earns ‘best week on Tour’ acclaim
THE FBC Zimbabwe Open teed off at Royal Harare Golf Club yesterday with Sunshine Tour tournament director Gary Todd hailing the championship as “the best week on Tour”,
By Munyaradzi Madzokere May. 8, 2026