Chinese investors’ US$1,5bn Zim steel plant targets EU in bold push
The US$1,5 billion Manhize-based steel plant, a project under China’s Tsingshan Group, began production in July, churning out 300 tonnes of deformed steel bars daily.
By Julia Ndlela
Aug. 8, 2025
Reforms critical towards settling US$21bn debt
Reforms are the elephant in the room that Zimbabwe must tackle to erase its unsustainable debt.
By Tinashe Kairiza
Aug. 1, 2025
IMF heading back — Exit talk from EU ambassador
As the European Union (EU) Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Jobst von Kirchmann (JvK, pictured), nears the end of his tenure — which began in 2022 — the seasoned diplomat reflects on two transformative years.
By Tinashe Kairiza
Jul. 25, 2025
EU invests €4,2m in National Public Health Institute
The institute is expected to strengthen disease surveillance, improve digital health literacy, and help to tackle non-communicable diseases.
By Kirsty Sibanda
Jul. 23, 2025
Zim doubles GBV outreach through Spotlight Initiative
At least 22 nations, including Zimbabwe, are benefiting from the €500 million UN-EU Spotlight Initiative.
By Brent Shamu
Jul. 22, 2025
Leverage natural resources, EU ambassador tells industry
He called on the private sector to push the government to pay its more than US$21 billion arrears to unlock fresh investment.
By Blessed Ndlovu
Jun. 27, 2025
Zim willfully misses €150 billion funding from EU
It is worth noting that Zimbabwe’s failure to access this strategic facility is not directly linked to Western sanctions imposed on the southern African country.
By Tinashe Kairiza
May. 30, 2025
Govt brokers EU power deals as blackouts unsettle economy
One of the most pressing challenges for local businesses is the persistent power outages caused by an unreliable electricity supply.
By Blessed Ndlovu and Ashton Ndakusiya
May. 30, 2025
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Why Zim is missing out on mega EU loans
This growing debt profile has elevated Zimbabwe’s risk status, discouraging fresh credit lines and foreign investment.
By Mthandazo Nyoni
May. 25, 2025
