Africa - The Zimbabwe Independent

Topic : Africa

SADC sounds warning over unauthorised use of name, logo

“The mere fact of operating within the Southern African region does not confer any right… to adopt the name ‘SADC’ or utilise the SADC brand, identity, or associated trademarks,” the notice said.

By Donald Nyandoro 16h ago

Zimbabwe warns citizens in South Africa over anti-foreigner protests

Zimbabweans are among the largest migrant communities in South Africa, with many relocating over the years in search of economic opportunities and better living conditions.

By Boitumelo Makhurane 16h ago

Zimbabwe warns citizens in South Africa over anti-foreigner protests

Premier African Minerals secures £1m funding

The company said construction of the spodumene flotation plant is progressing well, alongside upgrades to improve reliability and efficiency.

By Business Reporter Apr. 28, 2026

Premier African Minerals secures £1m funding

West Africa taps into Zim’s hybrid seed production

The initiative is aimed at helping farmers to move from low-yielding open-pollinated varieties to high-performing, climate-resilient maize hybrids.

By Sydney Kawadza Apr. 28, 2026

West Africa taps into Zim’s hybrid seed production

Namibia fuel hub targets Zim, regional markets

The project forms part of a US$3 billion financing facility designed to strengthen intra-African trade in refined petroleum products and lower fuel costs across Southern Africa.

By Business Reporter Apr. 28, 2026

Namibia fuel hub targets Zim, regional markets

Govt leans on local funds for corridor upgrade

The north-south corridor (NSC) is one of the busiest routes in the region, linking South Africa through Zimbabwe to Zambia, the DRC and Malawi.

By Freeman Makopa Apr. 28, 2026

Govt leans on local funds for corridor upgrade

The skies were never Ours: Pay more, fly longer: Africa's route rip-off

The routing via Dubai or Jeddah is not a quirk specific to Algeria. It is a description of how African air travel works. Only 19% of African city pairs are connected by a direct flight.

By Valentine Muhamba Apr. 27, 2026

The skies were never Ours: Pay more, fly longer: Africa's route rip-off

Local innovators urged to tap into US$100k Wilderness Challenge before deadline

Zimbabwe featured strongly in the inaugural 2025 edition, with a top-three finalist from Victoria Falls and standout project Ele-Collection gaining recognition.

By Sharon Sibindi Apr. 26, 2026