Zimbabwe achieved substantial savings of more than US$140 million on imports from South Africa during the year's first seven months. ZimTrade reported that purchases dropped six percent to approximately US$2 billion compared with US$2.3 billion for the same period last year. The manufacturing sector's recovery enabled greater domestic production capacity across multiple commodity categories. Grocery purchases from South Africa experienced the most dramatic reductions as local factories increased output levels. Machinery continues dominating the import portfolio from the neighboring country.
The trend signals Zimbabwe's transition from a consumption-based economic pattern to a production-focused strategy. Confederation of Zimbabwe...
ZANU-PF announced plans for its Annual National People's Conference scheduled for Mutare between October 13 and October 18. The ruling party will focus on reducing the divide between infrastructure development and economic growth during the gathering. Ambassador Christopher Mutsvangwa addressed media representatives at party headquarters in Harare this Monday. Recent Politburo and Central Committee sessions established the conference framework with economic themes taking priority. The spokesperson emphasized President Emmerson Mnangagwa's directive to connect infrastructure advances with economic progress.
Traffic volumes at Forbes Border Post have exceeded those at Beitbridge, positioning Manicaland as a major economic hub. Former...
Arsenal claimed the distinguished Club of the Year honor during Monday evening's ceremony. The London-based women's team earned recognition for outstanding achievements across multiple competitions throughout the campaign. Their European triumph in the UEFA Women's Champions League demonstrated excellence on the continental stage. The club secured runner-up status in the domestic Women's Super League, maintaining competitive standards against elite opposition. This recognition establishes Arsenal as one of the premier women's football organizations in global competition.
The award reflects the club's sustained performance levels, which distinguish it from competitors worldwide. Arsenal's dual success in European and domestic...
Chelsea goalkeeper Hannah Hampton claimed the inaugural Women's Yashin Trophy at Monday's ceremony, establishing her place as the first recipient of this newly created honor. France Football introduced the award specifically to recognize exceptional performances by female goalkeepers across international competition. The prestigious accolade bears the name of Soviet football legend Lev Yashin, connecting modern women's achievements to the sport's greatest traditions. Hampton's selection reflects her outstanding displays throughout the previous season for both club and country. This recognition represents a significant advancement for female goalkeepers seeking acknowledgment at the highest levels of the sport.
The award ceremony...
France Football magazine presented the Gerd Müller Award to Swedish striker Viktor Gyökeres during Monday evening's prestigious ceremony. The Arsenal forward earned this recognition as the world's best striker for 2025, building upon his extraordinary performance with Sporting Lisbon throughout the previous campaign. The striker's remarkable goal-scoring record during his time with the Portuguese club secured his place among football's elite performers. Former Portugal international Luis Figo made the official announcement at the Théâtre du Châtelet venue in central Paris. Gyökeres completed his transfer to the London club during the recent summer window.
The award celebrates the striker's phenomenal achievements across all...
France Football magazine honored Paris Saint-Germain with the prestigious Best Team in the World award for 2025 during Monday evening's ceremony. The recognition celebrates an extraordinary season that saw the French club capture five major championships across domestic and European competitions. The award presentation took place at the historic Théâtre du Châtelet in the French capital. Club president Nasser Al-Khelaifi accepted the honor on behalf of the organization during the ongoing festivities. The Parisian team's remarkable campaign demonstrated their dominance both nationally and internationally.
The club's championship collection for 2025 spans multiple prestigious competitions. Paris Saint-Germain secured the French Super Cup...
Harare experiences significant expansion in construction activities as numerous infrastructure developments progress throughout the city. Contractors occupy various sites while cranes dominate skylines and building projects transform urban landscapes. Residential complexes, commercial centers, and corporate headquarters emerge across different locations. A shopping facility is being developed behind the Celebration Centre to reduce congestion in the central business district. Workers express gratitude for employment opportunities that provide stable income and professional growth.
Financial institutions demonstrate confidence through major projects along Ridgeway Drive in Highlands, where a domestic bank approaches completion of its...
The ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 Africa Qualifier commences on Friday with eight nations competing for two spots in the global tournament. Zimbabwe demonstrated dominance during warm-up matches by defeating Kenya after limiting them to 96 runs and achieving the target within 13 overs. Botswana secured victory over Malawi with a 55-run margin, while Namibia overwhelmed Uganda by 93 runs after posting 205 runs. Tanzania achieved a dramatic single-wicket victory against Nigeria after bowling them out for 83 runs. The qualifier divides teams into two groups with Kenya, Malawi, Namibia and Nigeria forming Group A while Botswana, Tanzania, Uganda and Zimbabwe constitute Group B.
Winners and runners-up from each group will advance to the 2026...
Nigeria confronts a massive housing shortage that affects millions of families seeking affordable homes. Systemic problems, such as delayed land documentation, excessive taxes, rising construction costs, and restricted mortgage options, create significant barriers. The Real Estate Stakeholders' Forum convened in Lagos on September 16, 2025, bringing together more than 1,000 industry participants. Developers, investors, financial institutions, government officials, and related businesses gathered to tackle these pressing challenges. The assembly represented an extraordinary industry-wide initiative aimed at building consensus and restoring investor trust.
The gathering produced two significant deliverables for immediate implementation...
