A BYD Atto 3 costs US42 000 in South Africa. In Zimbabwe it costs US71 000. Here is why.

On paper, it was a progressive, eco-friendly incentive designed to align Zimbabwe with its national goal of achieving 33% EV market penetration by 2030. 
By Tendai Munhundarima 15h ago

Mass market signals are becoming more important in a changing climate

Every African country needs an early warning system that can unlock the value of informal market signals and transform everyday observations into structured intelligence.
By Charles Dhewa 21h ago

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

Zimbabwe opens 2026 cotton marketing season

“The season runs from 18 May to 31 July, with 173 permanent and 398 mobile buying points established nationwide,” the authority said. 
By Tatenda Kunaka May. 18, 2026

Zimbabwe reaffirms commitment to COMESA Integration

Murwira said Zimbabwe remains committed to regional integration and promoting equitable economic development through strong legal and institutional frameworks.
By Staff Reporter May. 16, 2026

Corporate competitor: Insights from running a half marathon

While it may appear to some that a running craze has gripped the nation, for runners it is a lifestyle — one that goes far beyond the smiling faces crossing a finish line.
By Sarah Charangwa May. 15, 2026

‘Firing’ economy culls 65 000 jobs in 90 days

ZIMBABWEAN companies offloaded more than 65 000 workers in only three months last year, even as authorities insisted the economy was on a positive trajectory.
By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 15, 2026
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Zim imposes Africa’s heaviest oil price hikes... shocking rip-off exposed in AU, AfDB regional report

The increase placed Zimbabwe far ahead of second-placed Egypt, which imposed a 14,3% increase during the same period. Morocco followed at 13,9%, while Sierra Leone recorded a 12,3% surge.
By Freeman Makopa May. 15, 2026

What mass markets say about the political economy of African food systems

Political power is marginalising indigenous food 
By Charles Dhewa May. 13, 2026