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
23h ago
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
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
Zimbabwean authorities vowed to shut down illegal gambling venues
The crackdown will target both major operators and small-scale outlets operating outside the licensing framework. Offenders face fines and custodial sentences.
By Newsday
May. 16, 2026
Hwange Local Board records investor interest
Nsingo attributed the growing appetite to Hwange’s strategic location near key tourism attractions such as Victoria Falls and Hwange National Park.
By Sharon Sibindi
May. 14, 2026
Unequal harvest: GMB accused of favouring wheat over staple grains
LAWMAKERS have raised alarm over the Grain Marketing Board (GMB)’s payment structure, saying it disproportionately favours wheat farmers at the expense of maize and traditional grain producers.
By Sharon Zebra
May. 5, 2026
TIMB suspends buyer over tobacco pricing storm
THE Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) has suspended tobacco buyer Country-Agro International (Pvt) Ltd over alleged pricing irregularities,
By Concilia Mupezeni and Lisa Bangomwe
May. 5, 2026
Nedbank Zimbabwe appoints Betty Murambadoro as MD
The board of Nedbank Zimbabwe Limited has appointed veteran banker Betty Murambadoro as managing director, Chairperson Innocent Dutiro said in a statement.
By Valentine Maya
Apr. 22, 2026
Hwange tightens laws on stray dogs
Residents who cannot securely keep dogs have been strongly advised to refrain from owning them altogether.
By Silas Nkala
Apr. 18, 2026
