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ZIMBABWE SHIFTS DIPLOMACY TOWARDS TRADE, INVESTMENT AND TOURISM

By Aldridge Dzvene HARARE – Zimbabwe is increasingly positioning its diplomatic relations as instruments for economic expansion, with new ambassadors from Nigeria, Switzerland and the Dominican Republic identifying trade, investment and tourism as priority areas for deepening cooperation as they begin their tours of duty. The three ambassadors presented their credentials to President Dr. Emmerson […]

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The Echo Lives On: Tendai Lembo Carries His Father Leonard Dembo’s Guitar and Legacy Into a New Generation

By Godfrey Marshal Bonda HARARE – Tendai Dembo, the heir to Zimbabwe’s sungura throne, is not just playing music. He is keeping a flame alive. Born to the late legend Leonard Dembo, the man who gave Zimbabwe classics such as Madhiri, Chitekete and Shiri Yakangwara, Tendai grew up with music in his blood and a […]

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Science Palooza Puts Youth Innovation at Centre of Zimbabwe’s Development Agenda

HARARE – The opening of Science Palooza 2026 at the Amai Mugabe Group of Schools has placed youth innovation firmly within Zimbabwe’s broader development agenda, bringing together Government, civic institutions, schools and the faith community around a common question, how best to turn knowledge and creativity among young people into practical solutions for national challenges. […]

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Hippo Valley Offsets Slow Start With Strong Domestic Sales and Solid Water Reserves

HARARE — Hippo Valley Estates Limited delivered a resilient first quarter ended 30 June 2026, underpinned by improved macroeconomic stability, robust water reserves and strong demand in the local market, even as global cost pressures and a late start to crushing weighed on first-quarter production. The quarter was characterised by improved macroeconomic stability. Inflation remained […]

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Seed Co International Profitability jumps to 88% as Turnover Grows 30% in FY26

HARARE — Seed Co International Limited has delivered a strong turnaround in the year ended 31 March 2026, lifting turnover by close to a third and more than doubling profit after tax despite climate volatility, currency pressure and geopolitical disruption across its African markets. The company posted revenue of $161.3 million, up 30% from $124.3 […]

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Cafca said export volumes stood at 106 tonnes in the quarter to June 30, 2023 compared to 91 tonnes in the same period last year. (File Picture)
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Cafca Delivers Strong Q3 Growth as Export Revenue and Cost Discipline Drive Profitability

HARARE — Cafca Limited reported a robust performance for the third quarter ended 30 June 2026, with double-digit volume and revenue growth supported by domestic monetary stability and improved export conversion, despite mounting pressure from global supply chain disruptions. The trading environment during the quarter was characterised by domestic monetary stability and growth in export […]

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PRESIDENT MNANGAGWA DECLARES KARIBA BOAT TRAGEDY A NATIONAL DISASTER

By Aldridge Dzvene HARARE – President Dr. Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa has declared the Lake Kariba boat tragedy a National Disaster and ordered immediate remedial measures to strengthen Zimbabwe’s maritime safety systems after 44 bodies were recovered following the capsizing of a Rural Infrastructure Development Agency (RIDA) boat. In a condolence message issued following the tragedy, […]

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ZANU PF Moves to Tighten Harare’s Political Numbers

HARARE – ZANU PF has moved to strengthen the accuracy of its organisational structures in Harare Province, with party leaders placing renewed emphasis on cell verification, accurate records and the effective management of the province’s growing numerical base. Politburo Member Lieutenant General (Retired) Cde Engelbert Rugeje said the exercise was part of efforts to address […]

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Invictus Locks In November 2026 Spud Date For High-Impact Musuma-1 Well In Zimbabwe

Invictus Energy Limited has executed a revised drilling contract and confirmed a November 2026 spud date for Musuma-1, the first high-impact exploration well to be drilled outside its Mukuyu gas-condensate discovery in the Cabora Bassa Project in northern Zimbabwe. The company said it has signed a Deed of Variation with Exalo Drilling S.A. for the […]

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President Mnangagwa Redefines Defence, Puts Sovereignty at the Centre

By Aldridge Dzvene HARARE – President and Commander-in-Chief of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces, His Excellency Cde. E. D. Mnangagwa, has placed sovereignty, self-reliance and national capability at the centre of Zimbabwe’s evolving defence outlook, signalling a broader understanding of national defence that goes beyond conventional military preparedness. Addressing the nation during the 46th Defence Forces […]

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