Downstream ambitions, structural realities: Why Zimbabwe’s lithium policy must prioritise capacity over coercion
As Africa’s top lithium producer, Zimbabwe adopted a similar approach, abruptly banning lithium concentrate exports in February 2026 to force domestic processing into higher-value chemicals.
By Roxette Mikela pazvakavambwa
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Garwe blasts town planners aiding illegal settlement
THE government has accused some town planners of aiding illegal land subdivision and construction on wetlands
By Sharon Zebra
Mar. 24, 2026
No illegal settlements by 2030
Spatial planners have unveiled an ambitious roadmap to eliminate illegal and dysfunctional settlements by 2030, as part of efforts to modernise Zimbabwe’s urban landscape.
By Sharon Zebra
Mar. 23, 2026
Put youth at the centre of Vision 2030
Young people understand unemployment because they experience it. They understand digital transformation because they live in it.
By Mitchel Zvingowaniseyi
Mar. 8, 2026
China sends 23rd medical team to Zimbabwe, strengthening decades-long health partnership
Chinese Ambassador Zhou Ding described the handover as a continuation of a long-standing tradition of solidarity between the two nations.
By Tendai Sauta
Mar. 7, 2026
Vision 2030: Aligning education with economic reality in Zim
Education 5.0 added two more pillars: innovation and industrialisation. This reform repositioned universities as engines of economic development.
By Justice Chengeta Jr
Mar. 6, 2026
Lupane to host sports tournament
Lupane is set to host a vibrant schools sports tournament at Elihlo Primary School, bringing together learners from across the cluster in a celebration of talent, unity and youth empowerment.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 26, 2026
Why Zimbabwe may require a Tsvangirai-incarnate to challenge 2030 Agenda
Since the death of Morgan Tsvangirai in 2018, Zimbabwe’s opposition has struggled with fragmentation and shifting alliances.
By David Chikwaza
Feb. 20, 2026
REA pushes nationwide rural electrification drive
Since its establishment in 2002, REA has electrified 8 356 of the 10 771 targeted rural schools and health facilities. The remaining 2 417 institutions are expected to be connected by year-end.
By Jairos Saunyama
Feb. 16, 2026
