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Car import boom exposes Zim’s shadow cash economy

Data from the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) show passenger motor vehicle imports rising from about US$2,5 million to US$3 million per

By Tatira Zwinoira and Concilia Mupezeni Jun. 15, 2026

Car import boom exposes Zim’s shadow cash economy

Zimbabwe records surge in value-added exports as trade deficit narrows

Commenting on the development, ZimTrade chief executive officer Allan Majuru said the nomination would act as a catalyst for Zimbabwe’s trade ambitions.

By Staff Reporter Jun. 10, 2026

Zimbabwe records surge in value-added exports as trade deficit narrows

Zimbabwe trade deficit widens 16% as exports slump

Exports fell 15% to US$792.3 million in April from US$932.1 million in March, while imports dropped 10.8% to US$962 million from US$1.078 billion over the same period.

By Sharon Zebra and Lesley Kufandada Jun. 2, 2026

Zimbabwe trade deficit widens 16% as exports slump

Global fuel shocks bite Zimbabwe consumers

“Stressed (IPC Phase 2) outcomes are expected through September 2026 in deficit-producing areas as the April to June main crop harvest progresses,” Fews Net said.

By Business Reporter Jun. 2, 2026

Global fuel shocks bite Zimbabwe consumers

USD inflation slows to 0,3% in May

According to the agency’s Consumer Price Index report released on Tuesday , the slowdown was largely driven by easing non-food prices, although food inflation remained unchanged.

By Boitumelo Makhurane May. 26, 2026

Why Zim has stopped paying its workers — and what it tells us about the state

Coal is mined, beer is brewed, hospitals are staffed, classrooms are filled, refuse is collected.

By Staff Reporter May. 17, 2026

Why Zim has stopped paying its workers — and what it tells us about the state

Zimbabwe launches strategy to fix migration data gaps

IOM Zimbabwe Chief of Mission Diana Cartier described the launch as a major shift in the country’s approach to migration governance.

By Valentine Maya May. 15, 2026

Zimbabwe launches strategy to fix migration data gaps

Manicaland hospital achieves maternal mortality milestone

UNDP Zimbabwe said improved facilities and collaborative support played a critical role in enhancing healthcare outcomes at the district hospital.

By Pride Nyamupangedengu May. 14, 2026

Manicaland hospital achieves maternal mortality milestone

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