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Why Zimbabwe’s big industries are in trouble

Zimbabwe has a power deficit of nearly 1 600 megawatts.
By Tatira Zwinoira Mar. 23, 2025
What’s performing well? Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway and Gold shine amid uncertainty
What’s performing well? Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway and Gold shine amid uncertainty
This technically means the SPX is in a correction territory, which is a drop of at least 10% but not more than 20% which becomes a bear marker.
By Isaac Jonas Mar. 23, 2025
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Zim local authorities sink US$1 billion in five years
The Auditor General’s Office also regularly flags procurement as one of the major source of revenue leakages for local authorities and the government.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Mar. 16, 2025
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Zim local authorities sink US$1 billion in five years.
Starlink has rolled out the beta version of a direct-to-cell system, with the firm planning for a full rollout globally depending on the success of this soft launch.
By Blessed Ndlovu Mar. 16, 2025
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Zimbabwe’s power crisis adds to business’ woes
Zesa said it would be commencing maintenance work at the Hwange power station’s Unit 7 beginning last Sunday until March 29.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Mar. 9, 2025
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Zimbabwe’s platinum production declines by 9%
As the world’s third-largest platinum producer, Zimbabwe plays a crucial role in the global supply of the mineral.
By Ashton Ndakusiya Mar. 9, 2025
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TSL’s US$25m deal for Nampak acquisition in advanced stage
At the end of the period, the group just had US$1, 03 to every dollar of short-term debt, leaving the firm dangerously close to becoming illiquid.
By Tatira Zwinoira Mar. 2, 2025
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Diasporans weigh in on escalating Zanu PF infighting over Mnangagwa’s succession
Outspoken Zanu PF central committee member, Blessed Geza, a war veteran went as far as calling on Mnangagwa to step down.
By Silas Nkala Mar. 2, 2025
Cross border traders push for affordable licenses
The organisation has since made several suggestions on how the authorities should implement policies that could encourage compliance rather than tax evasion.
By Ashton Ndakusiya Mar. 2, 2025
Business continuity and entrepreneurship
It involves tactics for maintaining communication with customers and shareholders, as well as safeguards for employees, information, infrastructure, and other critical resources.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Mar. 2, 2025
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TIMB sets new pricing model ahead of tobacco selling season
In the past tobacco farmers have faced many challenges such as delayed payments, price volatility and illicit trading.
By Ashton Ndakusiya Feb. 23, 2025
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Zida courts investors to tackle power deficit
The country’s weak energy generation is due to a lack of capital, cumbersome regulatory processes, and climate change.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Feb. 23, 2025
Business development and entrepreneurship
This strategy outlines the objectives, the target audience for the company, and how they will be reached — whether through advertising or new product development.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Feb. 23, 2025
Navigating investment avenues: The Nasdaq performance over two decades and opportunities for Zim investors
Over the past two decades, the Nasdaq-100 Index has demonstrated impressive growth, albeit with periods of volatility.
By Isaac Jonas Feb. 23, 2025
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Zimbabwe flagged over green economy transition
The government has been trying to pivot towards a green energy economy through policies such as the National Renewable Energy Policy and Biofuels Policy of Zimbabwe.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Feb. 16, 2025
Nampak records 56% profit drop as revenues shrink
This drop in trading profit is from a 2023 comparison.
By Ashton Ndakusiya Feb. 16, 2025
Brand personality and entrepreneurial competitiveness
Brands that exemplify honesty and candour while remaining committed to ethical principles and societal progress.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Feb. 16, 2025
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RBZ’s monetary new policy thrust gets mixed reactions
Mutambasere said the policy measures were reactive more than being strategic for the economy.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Feb. 9, 2025
Zim targets 300m kg tobacco output in 2025
On January 10, the Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board reported that 120 106ha of tobacco had been cultivated.
By Lee Musaidzi Feb. 9, 2025
Bard Santner appointed new asset manager for Tasimba unit trusts
Bard Santner Investors is part of the Bard Santner Markets Inc, a holding company with interests in asset management, corporate finance, wealth management and remittances.
By Business Reporter Feb. 6, 2025
World Bank reviews Zim’s growth projections
Economist Nigel Chanakira said it was unlikely for Zimbabwe to achieve the 6% gross domestic product (GDP) growth due to internal and external shocks.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Feb. 2, 2025
The S&P 500 Index in 2025: An analysis for Zimbabwean Investors
The ZiG’s volatility against the USD can affect returns when converting profits back to local currency.
By Isaac Jonas Feb. 2, 2025
Co-branding and entrepreneurship
They harness the strengths of both identities to offer consumers innovative and fresh products, generating excitement.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Feb. 2, 2025
GMB in US$300m expansion drive
This project seeks to increase the country’s strategic grain reserves from the current capacity of about 750 000 metric tonnes (mt) to 1,5 million mt.
By Lee Musaidzi Feb. 2, 2025
RBZ claims of ballooning gold reserves raise eyebrows
Zimbabwe introduced the gold-backed ZiG in April last year to replace the RTGS that had been battered by inflation.
By Blessed Ndlovu and Lee Musaidzi Jan. 26, 2025
Brand recognition and entrepreneurial success
It involves how readily buyers recognise a brand based on its logo, colours, name, or other identifiers.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Jan. 26, 2025
Mthuli Ncube downplays exodus by multinationals
The recent departure of businesses such as Unilever and Deloitte shows how multinationals, many of whom are leaving African markets, no longer see Zimbabwe as a viable market.
By Own Correspondent Jan. 26, 2025
Trump’s inauguration and the US stock market: A day of upbeat performance amid policy shifts
On the other hand, this could also mean a smaller workforce, impacting business growth in industries reliant on immigrant labor, like construction or agriculture.
By Isaac Jonas Jan. 26, 2025