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Topic : Development

What Zim must do to pull millions out of poverty trap

The AfDB’s report underscores the need for coherent reforms, stronger institutions, and collaboration between government, the private sector, and development partners.

By The Zimbabwe Independent Jul. 4, 2025

What Zim must do to pull millions out of poverty trap

Horticulture poised for growth in 2025: HDC

This is coming at a time when Zimbabwe is working to revive its horticulture sector, which was once one of the country’s top foreign currency earner.

By Ashton Ndakusiya Jul. 3, 2025

Horticulture poised for growth in 2025: HDC

AfDB flags Zim’s annual financing gap. . . says the country needs US$3,7bn to achieve SDGs

Presenting the report yesterday, AfDB country economist Kelvin Banda said significant financing was needed to achieve sustainable development goals.

By Melody Chikono Jul. 3, 2025

AfDB flags Zim’s annual financing gap. . . says the country needs US$3,7bn to achieve SDGs

AfDB revises Zim economy growth rate to 6%

Banda said the current account surplus of 2,0% of GDP is estimated for 2025 on account of increases in prices of and expected improved international commodity.

By Melody Chikono Jul. 3, 2025

AfDB revises Zim economy growth rate to 6%

Industry ministry 5-year plan falters

Draft Bills on economic empowerment and trade measures remain at the Attorney-General’s Office, with the committee expressing concern at the delays.

By Harriet Chikandiwa Jul. 2, 2025

Be ethical and committed to national development, says Chiwenga

The Vice-President urged emerging intellectuals and government workers to contribute meaningfully to Zimbabwe’s development by fighting poverty, disunity and corruption.

By Problem Masau Jun. 28, 2025

Be ethical and committed to national development, says Chiwenga

Turning challenges into opportunities

The trade wars and geopolitical tensions have made Africa collateral damage. It finds itself scurrying for a solution, triggered by a crisis it has no interest in.

By Newsday Jun. 27, 2025

Disgruntled prospectors petition government

Dzingwe said the ministry was ill-advised ‘in thinking that prospectors were causing mining disputes.’

By William Milasi Jun. 26, 2025

Disgruntled prospectors petition government

Initiative to revolutionise ECD assessment

The Smart Tablet Early Learning Tool (STELA) application, an Android-based tool, enables teachers to track the cognitive, physical and socio-economic development of children in ECD B classes.

By Harriet Chikandiwa Jun. 23, 2025