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Inside Zim’s US$1,2bn golden leaf industry

Today, Zimbabwe is Africa’s largest tobacco producer and among the top exporters globally, supplying high-quality flue-cured tobacco (raw leaf) to manufacturers across Asia and Europe.

By Kudakwashe Taimo Mar. 13, 2026

Inside Zim’s US$1,2bn golden leaf industry

TIMB records increase in tobacco deliveries

THE Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) says deliveries are increasing daily following protests by farmers over low prices.

By Obert Siamilandu Mar. 13, 2026

TIMB records increase in tobacco deliveries

Farmers reject low tobacco prices as Zimbabwe selling season opens

Zimbabwe’s 2026 tobacco marketing season opened amid discontent from farmers who rejected what they described as extremely low prices offered by buyers on the first day of sales.

By Nhau Mangirazi Mar. 4, 2026

Farmers reject low tobacco prices as Zimbabwe selling season opens

Stakeholders demand tough anti-deforestation measures

Speaking after the indaba, Zimbabwe Tobacco Growers Association president George Seremwe emphasised the need for transparency and accountability in afforestation efforts.

By Nhau Mangirazi Mar. 2, 2026

Stakeholders demand tough anti-deforestation measures

TSF to pay tobacco farmers 30 minutes after sale

“I’m so happy and proud of the industry because TSF has announced to me today that our farmers will be paid within 30 minutes,” Haritatos said.

By Concilia Mupezeni Mar. 1, 2026

TSF to pay tobacco farmers 30 minutes after sale

Tobacco players call for afforestation levy ringfencing

TOBACCO farmers are calling for the afforestation levy to be ring-fenced, a move meant to ensure environmental sustainability and economic growth.

By Nhau Mangirazi Feb. 28, 2026

Tobacco players call for afforestation levy ringfencing

Tobacco growers urged to adopt energy efficient curing solutions

In a statement, Kutsaga Research Station said the Gunny Barn, developed in collaboration with industry partners, is central to efforts to modernise tobacco curing systems.

By Pride Nyamupangedengu Feb. 26, 2026