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Zimbabwe tobacco sales hit record 357mln kg but low prices haunt farmers

“As at 31 July 2026, 357,120,078 kilograms of tobacco had been sold, surpassing the 355 million kilograms produced in 2025,” the board said.

By Donald Nyandoro 5h ago

Zimbabwe tobacco sales hit record 357mln kg but low prices haunt farmers

NetOne terminates Mushanawani’s contract, ending turbulent five-year tenure

The decision followed a board resolution last week and comes weeks after Mushanawani was placed on leave, with chief technical officer Chris Muchechemera appointed acting chief executive.

By Valentine Maya 5h ago

NetOne terminates Mushanawani’s contract, ending turbulent five-year tenure

Huawei’s US$28 billion R&D lesson: Africa must prioritise substantive research over empty rhetoric

Amid intensifying technological rivalry, indigenous research capacity stands as the most reliable buffer against geopolitical risks.

By Saxon Zvina 5h ago

Huawei’s US$28 billion R&D lesson: Africa must prioritise substantive research over empty rhetoric

What makes a million-dollar business? It's not what most entrepreneurs think

One of the first things professional investors evaluate is the people running the business.

By Business Reporter 12h ago

What makes a million-dollar business? It's not what most entrepreneurs think

August 1: Eight years of broken promises

While the commission concluded that firing warning shots into the air to disperse violent protesters was proportionate in the circumstances

By Newsday 12h ago

August 1: Eight years of broken promises

Zimbabwe champions restorative justice at Commonwealth mediation conference

Instead, she said, they should also focus on who had been harmed, what victims needed and how the damage caused by crime could be repaired.

By Valentine Maya Aug. 3, 2026

Zimbabwe champions restorative justice at Commonwealth mediation conference

Students preach anti-drug awareness through music

“Together, we can build a safer and healthier community. I encourage everyone to look out for one another and to promote awareness about the dangers of drug use,” he said.

By Gracious Daniel Aug. 3, 2026

Students preach anti-drug awareness through music

10 reasons investors walk away — and how ZEEX helps you avoid them

Investors begin with a different question: Why should I risk my money on this business instead of another?

By Business Reporter Aug. 2, 2026

10 reasons investors walk away — and how ZEEX helps you avoid them

Fastjet Airbus A320-200 makes first landing in Victoria Falls, boosting regional air connectivity

The aircraft’s arrival comes as Zimbabwe continues investing in transport infrastructure aimed at improving connectivity and supporting economic growth.

By Silas Nkala Aug. 2, 2026