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
EU extends €500 million to Africa
Critics argue that the legislation imposes restrictive measures that could stifle the operations of NGOs and limit their ability to advocate for human rights and social justice.
By Tinashe Kairiza
May. 22, 2025
Come up with bankable projects, EU urges Zim firms
Yet, official RBZ documents show that only a tiny fraction of that amount is in circulation.
By Blessed Ndlovu
May. 22, 2025

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Executives fingered in forex plundering scam ... fortunes spirited away to Isle of Man, says FIU
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Trump casualties pop up in Zim hospitals... Zim cancer bills barrel 300%, as US move pushes poor souls to life or death crosswinds
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By Gamuchirai Nyamuziwa and Julia Ndlela
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