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
12h ago
Return of tobacco global giant to Zim rattles sector
THE recent announcement that global tobacco giant Philip Morris International (PMI) is set to return to Zimbabwe has been met with mixed reactions.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Feb. 19, 2026
NCV tobacco sparks agricultural transformation in Matabeleland
Further strengthening the value chain, the region boasts a local tobacco sales floor, established through the collaboration of TIMB and Atlas Agri.
By Rhyne Chikuni
Feb. 18, 2026
TIMB approves new tobacco grading system
New symbols for poorly handled tobacco will also be introduced: Wet tobacco (BGRW / BGDW), Dry tobacco (BGRD / BGDD), and Soot (ST for rejection and DS for declared soot).
By Nhau Mangirazi
Feb. 17, 2026
2026 tobacco marketing season opening date set
Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) chief executive officer Emmanuel Matsvaire confirmed the development, saying the industry was ready for the start of the selling season.
By Obert Siamilandu
Feb. 14, 2026
Surging import bill threatening the economy, Buy Zimbabwe warns
In tobacco, Buy Zimbabwe said scaling up cigarette and tobacco product manufacturing would allow Zimbabwe to capture more of the value chain.
By Blessed Ndlovu
Feb. 13, 2026
TSL CEO outlines diversification strategy as assets near US$100m
TSL is expanding into property development, logistics and industrial infrastructure as it broadens its income streams.
By Belinda Chiroodza
Feb. 6, 2026
TSL eyes three big projects in diversification drive
The revenue growth was driven by volume recovery across all business units, supported by the strong 2024/25 tobacco season.
By Belinda Chiroodza
Feb. 1, 2026
Zim tobacco impresses analysts
Zimbabwe Tobacco Growers Association president George Seremwe applauded the farmers’ resilience approach in boosting the agricultural revolution in the country.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Jan. 31, 2026
Liquid Intelligent Technologies announces debt repayment and agrees new credit facilities
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Feb. 25, 2026
Independent issues unreserved apology to President ED Mnangagwa over ZBC story
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By Faith Zaba
Feb. 20, 2026
