Stalks neglect can cost farmers millions, TIMB warns
TIMB also said proper stalk destruction created a “dead period” where no living tobacco plants remain in fields.
By Lesley Kufandada
11h ago
Private sector key to industrial recovery: Modi
Speaking at the Zimbrands Awards, Modi said private capital, innovation and market linkages were critical to rebuilding domestic industry and reducing reliance on imports.
By Brent Shamu
11h ago
Natural heat powers Zim’s new tobacco revolution
As the first rays of sunlight pierce through the dry plains of Marula, a small settlement between Bulawayo and Plumtree, a transparent barn almost glows with trapped heat from the Matabeleland sun.
By Ashton Ndakusiya
May. 24, 2026
TIMB takes tobacco sales, biometric registration to Bulawayo
TIMB said the tobacco sales would run concurrently with the ongoing biometric registration programme for tobacco growers.
By Staff Reporter
May. 21, 2026
From ‘imitator’ to ‘definer’: China's EV industry shift and strategic opportunities for the Global South and Africa
This paradigm shift challenges the industrial foundations of traditional automotive powers and opens an unprecedented development path for Africa and the Global South.
By Saxon Zvina
May. 19, 2026
TIMB orders buyers to all auction floors amid pricing crisis
The directive comes amid low prices on the auction floors.
By Nhau Mangirazi
May. 19, 2026
Industry ministry unpacks new industrial, consumer policies
Permanent Secretary Thomas Utete Wushe said the policies provide a roadmap towards building a competitive and resilient industrial sector.
By Nizbert Moyo
May. 14, 2026
Your Import Licence Just Got Cheaper. Will That Save You Any Money?
"Finally," ran one widely shared post. "The government is listening."
By Valentine Maya
May. 13, 2026
Ndhlovu urges firms to shift from survival to competitiveness
Industry and Commerce minister Nqobizitha Ndhlovu has urged Zimbabwean companies to shift from survival mode to competitiveness to drive sustainable industrial growth.
By Chen Williams and Blessed Ndlovu
May. 9, 2026
