Tanganda Company started making avocado oil at Tingamira Estate last month. The company works with Trade Link Global from the Netherlands to run the new factory. Workers already ship the oil to customers around the world. The business wants to make different products instead of just growing tea and coffee. Making avocado oil helps the company earn more money from their farms.
People use avocado oil for cooking and making cosmetics. The oil works well for skin care products and health supplements. Companies also buy the oil for industrial uses like making fuel. Global demand for avocado oil keeps growing each year. Tanganda sees this as a chance to boost profits from their operations.
The company faced tough times during the first half...
Zimbabwe needs 36 million more kilograms of tobacco to reach its 300 million kilogram target. Farmers have sold 264 million kilograms worth 888 million US dollars after 62 days of selling. Sales jumped 39 percent from last year when farmers sold 188.6 million kilograms worth 655.8 million dollars. Contract buyers purchased most tobacco at 250.3 million kilograms valued at 839.3 million dollars. Auction floors handled 13.6 million kilograms worth 49.3 million dollars.
Farmers started planting tobacco seedbeds for next season. Kutsaga Research sold over 345,000 grams of seeds that can cover more than 70,000 hectares. Seed sales dropped from last season when 455,690 grams covered 91,138 hectares. Late rains caused fewer farmers to buy...
Harry Allen Golf Club hosts the Sterling Group International Pairs qualifier Saturday. Troutbeck Golf Club runs another qualifier the same day. Both events help golfers reach the world's biggest amateur tournament. Officials want sports and tourism to work together across Zimbabwe.
Deputy Tourism Minister Tongai Mnangagwa spoke at the launch ceremony last week. He said golf helps bring visitors to Zimbabwe from many countries. The Zimbabwe Tourism Authority signed a deal with Albatross Golf Company during 2024. Their partnership creates golf packages for travelers from around the world.
Sterling Group Chairman Wilbert Manyika promised continued support for amateur golfers. The company wants this tournament to become Zimbabwe's top...
Zimbabwe netball team keeps 13th place on world rankings after recent matches. The Gems stayed at the same spot through games from March 1 to June 1. Australia leads the list with New Zealand second and Jamaica third. England takes fourth place ahead of South Africa at fifth. Wales, Uganda and Malawi round out the top eight teams globally.
Officials feel happy about holding steady at 13th position among nations. Team leaders say maintaining rank proves Zimbabwe competes well against other countries. Players want to climb higher during future tournaments and matches. Hard work remains the key to moving up from current standing.
Isle of Man jumps five spots to reach 31st place after winning three recent games. Northern Ireland sits at...
Cricket South Africa picked 16 players for two Test matches against Zimbabwe starting June 28 at Queens Sports Club. The team features five new players who have never played Test cricket before. Temba Bavuma leads the squad as captain. Officials rested several experienced players to give younger talent a chance.
Lhuan-dre Pretorious makes headlines as the youngest player at 19 years old. He scored three centuries during his first five first-class games. His batting average sits at 65.57 after only six professional matches. Dewald Brevis earned his spot through consistent domestic cricket performances. Lesogo Senokwane ranked fourth among top run-scorers during the recent first-class season.
The matches mark the first Test series...
Zimbabwe President Mnangagwa sent sympathy messages to Zambian President Hichilema after former Zambian leader Edgar Lungu died. Lungu passed away June 5 at age 68 after serving as Zambia's sixth president from 2015 to 2021. Mnangagwa called Lungu a dedicated public servant who helped both countries work together. The Zimbabwean leader praised Lungu's humble character and strong leadership during his time as president. Regional cooperation between the two nations grew stronger under Lungu's guidance.
Mnangagwa expressed deep sadness about losing such an important African leader. He spoke for Zimbabwe's government and citizens when offering comfort to the Lungu family. The president highlighted how Lungu strengthened friendship between...
People's Savings Bank backs the 2025 High Schools Capital Markets Quiz Competition starting June 12 through finals June 27. The bank continues supporting this contest since it began and celebrates its 120th birthday at the same time. Chief executive Garainashe Changunda says the company wants to help young people learn about money. The bank teaches students how to make smart financial choices and start businesses. This support helps prepare teenagers for adult life.
The quiz teaches students about investing and saving money through fun competition. Financial Markets Indaba and Zimpapers organize the event for the fourth straight year. Patrick Muzondo from Financial Markets Indaba says the contest makes investing easier to understand...
The 57th SADC Parliamentary Forum Plenary Assembly wraps up Friday after delegates spent seven days meeting at Victoria Falls. Representatives focused on artificial intelligence and how it can help parliaments work better across southern Africa. University experts spoke about AI technology during a special summit. The gathering brought together lawmakers from member countries to share ideas. Officials wanted to learn how computers can make government work more smoothly.
Countries decided they need similar laws about artificial intelligence across the region. Leaders want rules that help people use AI safely without stopping progress. Each nation will work on creating policies that match their neighbors. The group believes common...
Zimbabwe will celebrate Eid al-Adha tomorrow with Muslims worldwide. The Festival of Sacrifice happens on the 10th day of Dhul Hijjah during the final Islamic calendar month. Masjid Al-Abbas on Boeing Road will host the main prayer service for Harare residents. The mosque sits at Ridgeview where families gather for this special day. Community leaders expect large crowds at the religious center.
Moulana Mohammed Ismail met President Mnangagwa at State House recently about the celebrations. The Islamic leader discussed various Muslim programs with government officials. He explained how the festival connects to the Hajj pilgrimage that ends at Mecca. All Muslims who can afford the trip must complete this spiritual journey once during...
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