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High fuel prices threatening agric output warns ZFU

ZFU said the cost of fuel now affects every stage of production from land preparation and irrigation to harvesting and transportation.

By Donald Nyandoro Apr. 24, 2026

High fuel prices threatening agric output warns ZFU

E20: The reality between 20% Ethanol and your 10-year-old car

Introducing E20, a mixture that is 20% ethanol, into these older systems is like asking a marathon runner to perform on a diet they aren’t used to, eventually, things will start to break down.

By Tendai Munhundarima Apr. 20, 2026

E20: The reality between 20% Ethanol and your 10-year-old car

Localisation agenda for Zimbabwe’s SMEs

For Zimbabwe, these disruptions are not abstract headlines; they translate into rising costs, delayed imports, and unstable access to key production inputs.

By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Apr. 19, 2026

Mthuli remarks expose troubling disconnect

Ultimately, leadership is not just about making tough economic calls; it is also about communicating them in a way that reflects the realities people face.

By Newsday Apr. 17, 2026

Mthuli remarks expose troubling disconnect

Zimbabweans blast Ncube over ‘drive less’ quip

The comments, shared by NewsDay Zimbabwe on social media, triggered a wave of backlash from citizens already struggling with high transport costs and a rising cost of living.

By Donald Nyandoro Apr. 16, 2026

Zimbabweans blast Ncube over ‘drive less’ quip

Address fuel price distortion as well

In theory, this should increase the availability of public transport, reduce waiting times and possibly stabilise fares.

By Newsday Apr. 16, 2026

The search for fuel efficiency

Everyday drivers are rediscovering the joy of the sensible car, the machines that prioritise kilometres-per-litre over 0-60 times and monthly savings over leather-stitched dashboards.

By Tendai Munhundarima Apr. 15, 2026

Fuel crisis: When the ground is rich, but the ground rules are poor

If Zimbabwe wants serious investors in energy, mining, infrastructure and industry, it must become easier to do business with, not merely more vocal about what it hopes to achieve.

By Lawrence Makamanzi Apr. 6, 2026

Fuel crisis: When the ground is rich, but the ground rules are poor

EditorialComment: Empty promises at Zim’s fuel pumps

Finance minister Mthuli Ncube, a man known more for his optimistic digital pronouncements than for tangible economic stability, took to social media at 9:14 PM to announce a reprieve.

By The Standard Apr. 5, 2026