Rainbow Tourism Group has good news for investors - they're paying out $2.5 million in dividends for 2024, which beats last year's $1.5 million payout. Their board just approved a final dividend of $1.5 million as tourism bounces back from those tough pandemic years. Zimbabwe's tourism sector has recovered nicely, hitting the government's target of becoming a $5 billion industry during 2024. Many countries saw tourism collapse after 2019 when COVID-19 forced lockdowns and travel restrictions worldwide.
RTG plans to distribute $500,000 (that's 0.020 US cents per share) in foreign currency to shareholders. The rest - $1 million (or 1.057 ZiG cents per share) - will come in local Zimbabwe currency. Board chairman Douglas Hoto explained...
Sabina Mutsvati opens her latest art show today at the National Gallery of Zimbabwe in Harare. As a skilled fine artist and costume and fashion designer, she created this exhibition called Ndishonongoreiwo to honor hard-working women. The show celebrates those who bring stability to their homes every day, shining a light on these women's strength, dedication, and important contributions to society.
The Embassy of Ireland supports this special exhibition, which happens during a time when powerful women receive attention worldwide. Mutsvati has kicked off 2025 strongly by using her art to explore women's experiences and challenges. She combines old traditions with modern ideas to tell stories and express culture. Mutsvati encourages...
Zimbabwe officials plan to help families bury five kids who died after a dam broke at Bandama Farm located near Chipinge. The water rushed downstream last Sunday, carrying away seven young children. Five bodies were found afterward, including Agnes Muchadeyi, age 4; Blessing Maone, age 10; Tapiwa Mtisi, age 13; Forgiveness Maphosa, age 10; and Zembilo Dube, age 4. Two children named Grace Mlambo, age 8, and Juliet Mhlanga, age 4, remain missing despite search efforts.
Deputy Minister Benjamin Kabikira from Local Government visited the disaster area yesterday to check how bad things looked. He walked around checking damaged bridges and talked with local folks about what happened. The rushing water destroyed several important bridges and...
MP says folks need to help war veterans and their kids because these young people represent our future. Senator Angeline Tongogara spoke at a dinner raising money for the RedRev Youth Empowerment Fund. As the wife of famous military leader General Josiah Tongogara, she knows what matters. She asked everyone to remember the brave people who fought for freedom as Zimbabwe celebrates 45 years of independence.
Senator Tongogara believes we cannot forget these children during economic programs. She warned that ignoring them means forgetting our history as black citizens of Zimbabwe. These young people play a key role in shaping the country's future. She urged everyone at the dinner to invest their resources in helping these families succeed...
Irish Ambassador Austin Gormley wants more business deals between Ireland and Zimbabwe. He talked about this yesterday when he visited Professor Amon Murwira, who handles foreign matters for Zimbabwe. The ambassador met President Mnangagwa when he first arrived in the country last July. He says both nations enjoy friendly relations that continue to grow stronger each year.
European countries plan to meet with Zimbabwean businesses during May in Harare. This marks the first time such a gathering has occurred between these nations. Ambassador Gormley believes these meetings help both sides find new ways to work together. Ireland also plans a big Africa business event in June, which Zimbabwe received an invitation to attend.
The...
Gwanda Lithium Mine finished building its new plant worth many millions. The government permitted them to send their mined lithium overseas. They plan to ship this valuable mineral straight to China soon. Mines Minister Winston Chitando shared this news recently when speaking to Parliament members.
This represents just one of several huge lithium projects happening across Zimbabwe lately. People want much more lithium worldwide because electric car batteries need it. Chinese businesses keep investing lots of money in Zimbabwe's mining areas. These include a $300 million processing facility at Bikita and another $300 million plant near Harare at the Arcadia project.
Everyone wants Zimbabwe's lithium because it helps create clean energy...
The government solved problems that slowed work at the National Sports Stadium. Money issues caused delays, but things improved thanks to help from the Treasury and Finance. Bucket seats arrived through partnerships with Sakunda Holdings. This biggest sports arena last held international games back in 2021.
Sports Minister Kirsty Coventry checked progress yesterday with her deputy Emily Jesaya and Secretary Nicholas Moyo. They saw bucket seats already installed in five sections, plus the special VIP area. Workers started fixing the field, and one entrance gate features new electronic ticket scanners. Everyone hopes international matches return before December.
Renovations cost 884 million ZiG from government funds. Workers discovered...
Zimbabwe's Cabinet gave a thumbs-up yesterday for its next five-year economic plan. Information Minister Dr. Jenfan Muswere announced the national priorities that will guide NDS2 from 2026 through 2030. This new strategy takes over after the current NDS1 wraps up at the end of December 2025. The government has mapped out ten key areas that it believes will move the country forward during these important years ahead.
These priorities include economic stability, inclusive growth, infrastructure development, food security, technology advancement, job creation, social protection, regional development through devolution, international diplomacy, and good governance. Dr. Muswere explained that the Cabinet meeting approved these foundational...
Fake ZIMSTAT workers have started showing up at people's homes across Zimbabwe. These scammers claim they work for the National Statistics Agency, but they actually want to steal your personal information. They make up stories about preparing for a national census as their excuse to ask nosy questions. ZIMSTAT recently warned everyone about these crooks through a public announcement.
The real statistics agency emphasized they never just appear at your door without proper notice asking for ID details. Any legitimate ZIMSTAT employee carries official government credentials you can check right away. The agency strongly encourages citizens to demand these credentials from anyone claiming to represent ZIMSTAT.
Anyone who fails to show...
