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South African cement company PPC Limited lost $23 million from blocked money stuck inside Zimbabwe. The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe holds the funds but cannot release them to the foreign company. PPC wrote off the entire amount because officials doubt they will ever recover their cash. Zimbabwe's...

Zimbabwe's investment agency created a new system to help foreign companies solve problems. The Investment and Development Agency wants more businesses to put money into the country. Government officials launched the Investor Grievance Response Mechanism for companies that face trouble with...

Women hold most spots among Zimbabwe's people but lack power jobs and business roles. The Women's Academy for Leadership and Political Excellence wants more female leaders. Deputy director Jessy Chihota runs training sessions to boost women into top positions. Her group teaches skills that help...

Former lawmaker Fadzayi Mahere attacked government spokesman Nick Mangwana for twisting IMF comments about Zimbabwe's economy. Mangwana claimed the international lender endorsed the country's progress. Mahere called his statements dishonest spin tactics. The IMF team visited Zimbabwe to review...

Omnia Holdings made strong profits during the year ending March 2025. The company earned R22.82 billion from sales across all business areas. Mining operations drove most of the success as copper and battery metal prices climbed higher. The agriculture division faced tough times from currency...

Zimbabwe's cabinet passed new tourism laws Tuesday. Information Minister Jenfan Muswere announced the Tourism Amendment Bill 2025 after the meeting. The government wants to fix problems and bring more visitors to the country. Officials believe stronger rules will help the tourism business grow...

ZESA plans to cut power around Harare soon. The electricity company needs to fix equipment and lines across the area. Workers will shut down parts of the power grid during maintenance hours. The Zimbabwe Electricity Transmission and Distribution Company handles power delivery for ZESA. Company...

Zimbabwe's education ministry wants to change teacher vacation rules. The ministry sent letters to education leaders across all provinces about the plan. Teachers unions strongly oppose the move and call it unfair. The Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe fights back against the...

Eliza Mandove lost her brother during Zimbabwe's independence war and suffered injuries that left her unable to work properly. She cannot use her left hand and struggles to walk or carry heavy items. Her family of seven depended on US food aid to survive each day. The aid stopped suddenly when...

MultiChoice saw 1.2 million DStv customers leave during the past year. South Africa lost 589,000 subscribers and other African markets lost 591,000. The pay-TV company serves 14.5 million people across Africa. South Africa accounts for 7 million customers and the rest of Africa has 7.5 million...

Britain takes a fresh approach with Zimbabwe after a seven-year hiatus in cabinet visits. Lord Ray Collins became the first British minister to meet President Emmerson Mnangagwa at State House on Wednesday. The UK government aims to establish partnerships based on mutual respect rather than...

Radiation Protection Authority of Zimbabwe held a two-day meeting about safe technology use that ended Thursday at Bulawayo. The seminar focused on Non-Ionising Radiation safety standards and brought together experts from different sectors. Board Chairperson Anna Nyakabau said the country must...

Mashonaland West Province farmers planted over 30,000 hectares of winter wheat toward their 35,000 hectare goal. James Garakara put 150 hectares under wheat through a government joint venture program that runs for 15 years. The farmer thanked President Mnangagwa for the opportunity and wants...

Eureka Gold Mine built over 50 new homes for families moved from their original locations during mining expansion. The Bindura operation relocated 53 households to brand new houses as part of community development efforts. Mine officials worked hard to help displaced residents settle into better...

President Emmerson Mnangagwa signed the condolence book at Zambian Embassy Thursday after former Zambian leader Edgar Chagwa Lungu died. Mnangagwa remembered studying law together at University of Zambia during the 1970s when both men were students. The Zimbabwe president called Lungu his...

Zimbabwe expects its farming sector to reach two billion dollars worth during 2030 as fruit and vegetable production increases. President Emmerson Mnangagwa launched the Horticulture Recovery and Growth Plan to rebuild agricultural industries across the country. Government policies and smart...

Former foreign minister Walter Mzembi returned to Zimbabwe after six years away from the country since 2018. The 61-year-old politician left during his corruption trial claiming he needed cancer treatment abroad. Mzembi said President Mnangagwa targeted him unfairly after the military removed...

Highlife star Kwabena Kwabena faced rejection from a gospel artist who made him feel unwelcome during collaboration attempts. The singer born George Kwabena Adu wanted to work with religious musicians for his God of Restoration EP project. One gospel performer treated him poorly after he called...

Ghana Black Queens fell down FIFA world rankings during latest updates released Thursday June 12. The women national team moved from 65th place to 66th position under coach Kim Lars Bjorkegren. Africa standings also showed Ghana sliding from fifth spot to sixth place among continental teams...

Nations FC coach Kasim Mingle says his team can survive without captain Razak Simpson if the defender leaves during transfer season. Simpson played well during Ghana Premier League matches and earned his first Black Stars call-up against Angola. The center-back became a regular starter for...