Exports take positive trajectory on strong commodity shipments

ZIMBABWE’S trade deficit narrowed sharply in the first quarter of this year as export earnings surged on the back of strong gold, tobacco and ferrochrome sales.
By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 8, 2026

Zim grapples with widening trade deficit

Imports outpaced exports, rising by 3%, while exports, which increased by 1%, were mainly commodities. 
By Julia Ndlela and Honor Mudavanhu Jan. 17, 2025

Zimbabwe’s trade deficit narrows to US$179m

In July, the country exported and imported goods worth US$549,72 million and US$729,63 million, respectively.
By Sizalokuhle Ncube and Tatira Zwinoira Sep. 18, 2022