Brandon Josphat POLITICAL EDITOR THE central bank is ramping up its efforts to expand the use of the ZiG in the economy, including pushing for most government payments to be in the local currency and pressing all traders to accept it. Speaking to the Daily News — the country’s most influential newspaper — a bullish…
HAZEL MARIMBIZA NATIONAL Railways of Zimbabwe(NRZ) has partnered with Beitbridge Bulawayo Railway(BBR) to transport lithium concentrate from Gwanda to Mozambique’s Maputo Port for global export.In a statement yesterday, the NRZ said the partnership commenced with the departure of the first train carrying 1 000 tonnes of lithium concentrate from the newly-commissioned BBR West Nicholson rail…
THE return of Air Zimbabwe’s direct Harare-London service marks far more than the restoration of an air route. It is a powerful statement of national ambition, signalling Zimbabwe’s determination to reconnect with one of its most important international markets after years of absence. For travellers, the benefits are immediate. A direct flight significantly reduces travel…
EMMANUEL MARAMBE FC PLATINUM gaffer Joel ‘‘Dubai’’ Luphahla has vowed to end his former side Dynamos’ 12-match unbeaten run when the Harare giants visit Mandava Stadium in Zvishavane for a Castle lager Premier Soccer League clash today. The match gets underway at 1500hrs. Buoyed by a one-nil victory over Bulawayo Chiefs on Saturday — FC…
ASHLEY MOYO MULTI-AWARD-WINNING rapper Holy Ten has been arrested in connection with a rape allegation, police confirmed yesterday. National police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi said the musician was in police custody and that further details would be released in due course. “The artist is in police custody and further details surrounding the case will be…
Cloud Fusireat RUFARO STADIUMHerentals………………………………………(1)1Manica Diamonds………………………………0HERENTALS College bounced back to winning ways in the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League after edging relegation-threatened Manica Diamonds 1-0 here yesterday.Veteran utility player, Ralph Kawondera scored his 11th goal of the season from the penalty spot in the 37th minute after the referee adjudged that a Manica Diamonds defender had…
Tapiwa ChirumeSTAFF WRITERTHE Hospitality Association of Zimbabwe(Haz) has urged banks to establish dedicated financing windows for tourism as preparations for the 2029 Trade Fair accelerate.Speaking at a media briefing in Harare yesterday, Haz president Emmah Kativu said the sector was moving from planning to implementation following a recent joint conference between Haz and the Bankers…
Tapiwa Chirume STAFF WRITER AUTHORITIES have temporarily shut down the popular Victoria Falls Rainforest area at the world famous national park, after an elephant was sighted at the mega tourist attraction, triggering safety alarms. The Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) confirmed yesterday that strict entry restrictions to the area would remain in force…
Brighton MuronzereyiCHIEF WRITERGOVERNMENT says it owes farmers more than US$7.4 million for grain deliveries made during the 2025-26 marketing season.Addressing a post-Cabinet media briefing in Harare yesterday, Information minister Zhemu Soda said payments to farmers were continuing, noting that the Grain Marketing Board (GMB) recorded a significant increase in grain deliveries compared to last year.“Strategic…
Hazel Marimbizain Bulawayo GOVERNMENT says it is working to transform Zimbabwe’s extensive water bodies into vibrant economic hubs to drive agricultural expansion and rural industrialisation.Speaking on the sidelines of a tour of farms in Mangwe District, the permanent secretary in the ministry of Agriculture, Obert Jiri, said Zimbabwe’s extensive water resources presented significant opportunities for…
