Hormuz crisis could trigger devastating fertiliser shock for Zim

At the centre of the threat is the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic shipping route through which an estimated 30% of global fertiliser supplies pass.
By Freeman Makopa 10h ago

Zimbabwe to host Africa Skills Week as AU targets youth jobs crisis

The summit comes as African countries grapple with weak technical and vocational education and training (TVET) systems and high youth unemployment. 
By Valentine Maya May. 29, 2026

Ndlovu urges government agencies to tap carbon markets for climate funding

Ndlovu called on technical officials to develop bankable project proposals and urged management to allocate resources for project preparation. 
By Blessed Ndlovu May. 29, 2026

Power, oil shocks hammer Zim industry

Manufacturers face similar disruptions, with unplanned outages undermining production planning, raising unit costs and weakening competitiveness.
By Freeman Makopa May. 29, 2026

Ambitious housing plan collides with land prices, financing gaps

There is, however, concern over soaring urban land prices, mortgage unaffordability and the rise of informal settlements.
By Natasha Ncube and Kirsty Sibanda May. 29, 2026

Liquid, govt sign MoU to establish software developer skills hub

Under the MoU, Liquid, through Cassava Technologies, will provide high-speed connectivity, cloud, cyber security and artificial intelligence compute training programmes.
By Business Reporter May. 29, 2026

SADC Moves to Tighten Regional Food Security  

“No individual SADC Member State has the capacity to independently resolve the region’s deepening food security and productivity challenges.   
By Nizbert Moyo May. 28, 2026

Zim economy to moderate in FY26, FY27: AfDB

“Growth is projected to moderate to 4,3% in 2026 and 4,5% in 2027 as agriculture normalises, policies tighten, and structural constraints persist.
By Tatira Zwinoira May. 28, 2026

Murwira pitches Zimbabwe’s case for UN Security Council seat 

Murwira has also positioned trade as a tool of diplomacy and peace, arguing that economically integrated countries are less likely to engage in conflict. 
By Valentine Maya May. 27, 2026