Month: November 2025
South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa takes over as SADC Chairperson after Madagascar stepped down
The SADC Extraordinary Summit was held in Pretoria, South Africa on November 7, 2025, where leaders discussed Madagascar’s withdrawal as chair due to a coup. South Africa’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has taken over as interim chair, with plans to identify a new deputy chairperson by November 30, 2025. President Cyril Ramaphosa will lead the regional […]
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ZIFA announces Squad for Warriors’ November friendlies
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has announced a 24-man squad for the upcoming friendlies against Algeria and Qatar, led by new coach Marian Marinica. The matches are crucial preparations for the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) in Morocco, where Zimbabwe is grouped with Egypt, Angola, and South Africa. The squad includes: Notable absentees include […]
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Zimbabwe Leverages Inclusion and Innovation to Drive Economic Growth
Zimbabwe is increasingly demonstrating that social inclusion and innovation are key drivers of national development, as President Emmerson Mnangagwa highlighted in his address at the Second World Summit for Social Development in Doha. The country’s commitment to equality, youth empowerment, and women’s participation is being integrated into policies that promote entrepreneurship, innovation, and broader economic […]
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VP Chiwenga Urges Action to Unlock Full Potential of Bhulaayo Kraal Project
Vice President Constantino Chiwenga’s recent inspection of the Bhulaayo Kraal agricultural scheme in Binga has highlighted both challenges and opportunities, signaling a turning point for one of Zimbabwe’s ambitious rural development initiatives. While current operations show only a fraction of the planned 15,000-hectare cultivation, the Vice President’s intervention underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring that […]
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Zimbabwe Deploys Cloud Seeding to Bolster Seasonal Rainfall
Zimbabwe is advancing its climate resilience agenda by activating a national cloud seeding programme aimed at boosting rainfall ahead of the imminent 2025–26 agricultural season. The initiative involves deploying aircraft and targeting favourable weather systems to stimulate precipitation in key farming regions, with the goal of mitigating erratic rainfall patterns influenced by climate change. By […]
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Zimbabwe Champions Cost-Efficient Transport Solutions for Landlocked Nations
Zimbabwe is taking a leading role in advocating for cost-efficient transport systems among landlocked developing countries, as the nation collaborates with the United Nations to address one of Africa’s long-standing economic challenges, high transport and logistics costs that hinder trade competitiveness. The country’s proactive stance was underscored during the national workshop jointly organized by the […]
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Dr. Tungwarara Applauds Zimbabwe’s Qatar Investment Drive
By Aldridge Dzvene President Mnangagwa’s visit to Qatar has emerged as a defining milestone in Zimbabwe’s diplomatic and economic re-engagement efforts, reflecting a government determined to unlock new sources of growth and strengthen its global investment appeal. Dr. Paul Tungwarara, the Presidential Special Investment Advisor, described the visit as a pivotal moment that demonstrates Zimbabwe’s […]
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Zimbabwe Turns Sanctions Challenge into Growth and Opportunity
By Aldridge Dzvene The ongoing discourse surrounding international sanctions on Zimbabwe, increasingly framed as a global geopolitical contest, presents the nation with a unique opportunity to redefine its economic and diplomatic position. Rather than viewing these measures solely as impediments, Zimbabwe is using the moment to highlight resilience, innovation, and strategic engagement with the global […]
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Renco mine revival marks turning point in RioZim’s recovery drive
HARARE — RIOZIM Limited has successfully reopened Renco Mine following a landmark capital-raising exercise that provided the much-needed funding to restart and stabilise operations, settle creditor obligations, and ensure consistent payment of employee salaries. The reopening of the mine in September represents a pivotal step in RioZim’s broader recovery and restructuring plan.Between mid-September and October, […]
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Second Republic Unlocks New Opportunities for SMEs, Strengthening the Foundation of Zimbabwe’s Economic Future
Under the Second Republic, Zimbabwe’s economic transformation has increasingly centred on empowering small and medium enterprises, whose creativity and resilience continue to shape the country’s development narrative. The ongoing reforms have not only improved the ease of doing business but have also opened up new frontiers for enterprise growth, particularly in manufacturing, agriculture, tourism, and […]
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