Zimbabwe's government is pushing rabbit farming as a key economic development strategy. Officials from the Ministry of Agriculture are working with the Zimbabwe Commercial Rabbit Breeders Association to expand the industry's potential. The initiative aims to create jobs, boost household incomes, and contribute to national food security.
Rabbit farming has evolved from a small backyard operation to an organized economic activity. The country hopes to support 1.8 million households through this agricultural sector. Farmers are developing innovative products like rabbit sausages, burgers, pies, and even pizzas to add value to their production.
Stakeholders see rabbit farming as a critical pathway to economic growth. The government's...
Nampak Zimbabwe poured $2.3 million into expansion projects during the first half of 2025. The investment targeted capacity improvements at its Megapak subsidiary. Company leadership sees promising growth opportunities in beverage markets and plans to maintain operational excellence.
Increased tobacco crop sizes hint at potential growth for the corrugated market. The company continues strategic efforts to enhance production capabilities and operational efficiency. A significant market transaction looms with TSL Limited's $25 million offer for a 51.43 percent stake in Nampak Zimbabwe.
The deal remains under a cautionary notice, pending various suspensive conditions. Management remains optimistic about the company's future prospects and...
Zimbabwe's electricity provider carved out dedicated power for winter wheat farming. ZETDC reserved 150 megawatts to support agricultural operations across the country. Farmers will use the electricity to run irrigation systems and mechanized equipment during the critical growing season.
Water authorities and agricultural ministries are working together to ensure reliable energy and water resources. Stakeholders hope the strategic intervention will boost wheat production and strengthen national food security. The country aims to harvest 600,000 tonnes of wheat, meeting the annual consumption requirement of 360,000 tonnes.
Electricity plays a crucial role in powering agricultural infrastructure and supporting local food production...
Fifty-four Bulawayo businesses received recognition at the Bulawayo Business Awards for their community impact and economic contributions. The event, organised through Youth Network Connect and The Entrepreneurs Corner, celebrated business excellence under a national theme of economic development.
Government officials highlighted the importance of local business growth and technological innovation. Deputy Minister Raj Modi emphasized the government's commitment to supporting entrepreneurship and local production. Provincial Minister Judith Ncube spoke about Bulawayo's potential for economic revival and future prosperity.
Local government representatives urged businesses to embrace technological advancements and explore new market...
Soccer fans can catch live international action for just R10 at the 2025 Hollywoodbets Cosafa Cup in Mangaung, South Africa. Thirteen teams will compete at Toyota Stadium and Petrus Molemela Stadium from Wednesday through June 15. The tournament brings together regional powerhouses preparing for upcoming African Cup of Nations and FIFA World Cup qualifiers.
Ticket prices remain affordable across different seating options. Fans can enjoy group stage matches for R10, knockout rounds for R20, and VIP suites at R250 for those seeking premium experiences.
Angola arrives as defending champions after their dominant 5-0 victory over Namibia last year. Zambia enters with seven previous tournament wins, while South Africa fields a competitive...
Soccer rivals Dynamos and Highlanders battled to a scoreless draw at Rufaro Stadium. The match failed to spark the usual excitement surrounding their historic rivalry. Fans partially filled the stands despite calls for a boycott from some Dynamos supporters.
Highlanders coach Kelvin Kaindu acknowledged the game's diminished luster but defended its significance. Both teams struggled near the bottom of the league standings. Dynamos goalkeeper Prince Tafiremutsa and Highlanders keeper Raphael Pitisi made critical saves throughout the match.
Dynamos captain Emmanuel Jalai led his team's defensive efforts. The squad fought hard but remained winless after ten consecutive matches. New coach Saul Chaminuka asked supporters to remain patient...
A local chief from Beitbridge spearheaded a crucial mission to supply Venda textbooks across area schools. Chief Tshitaudze partnered with Bubye Valley Conservancy to distribute 600 textbooks among fifteen primary schools. Teachers and community leaders celebrated the arrival of learning materials for Grade 3 and Grade 4 students.
The initiative targets improving language education and cultural preservation through targeted book distribution. District Schools inspector Mbofholoho Muleya praised the effort as a significant step toward addressing textbook shortages for indigenous language instruction.
Community representatives viewed the project as a pathway to empowering local students. Beitbridge West legislator Thusani Ndou...
Minister Tino Machakaire visited a church fundraiser yesterday. He went to help Reformed Church members raise money for their new building. The minister promised to pay for all roof materials. He brought Chief Secretary Dr Martin Rushwaya with him. The church building has reached roof level and needs more work.
Machakaire believes churches can help stop drug problems among young people. He thinks religious buildings give youth better places to learn good values. The minister used his personal money to help the project. He wants other government officials to support churches across the country. Religious groups teach important morals that benefit society.
Pastor Joseph Zindoga thanked the government for supporting religious freedom. He...
Palestinian Ambassador Dr Tamer Almassri spoke out against a deadly attack on civilians. Israeli forces killed more than 50 people who came to collect food aid. The attack happened at a place where officials told people to come for help. Almassri said this breaks international rules. He called the violence a planned attack on innocent people.
The shooting took place near Rafah, an area that has suffered heavy damage. People followed official directions to get food but faced bullets instead. Almassri described this as a cruel new method of warfare. He said attackers target hungry families on purpose. The diplomat believes this represents a war crime against civilians.
Fighting started back during October 2023 and has continued since...
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