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Healthcare, Solar Energy Lead Businesses’ Future Market Priorities for Zimbabwe

By Dickson Bandera Healthcare services, solar energy and skills development have emerged as leading areas of strategic market importance for Zimbabwean businesses over the next decade, according to the 2025 National Competitiveness Baseline Survey. The survey, conducted by the National Competitiveness Commission (NCC) in collaboration with the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZIMSTAT), identifies medical services…

NCC, ZimStat to Release National Competitiveness Survey Findings This Wednesday

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ZimStat Director General Tafadzwa Bandama By Dickson Bandera The National Competitiveness Commission (NCC) and the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) will this Wednesday release findings of the National Competitiveness Baseline Survey (NCBS), providing data intended to guide economic policy reforms and improve Zimbabwe’s competitiveness. Data collection was conducted nationwide across various sectors from 14 May…

Bikita Sinomine Construction Gathers Pace on Africa’s Largest Lithium Sulphate Plant

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Mines and Mining Development Minister Dr Polite Kambamura By Dickson Bandera MASVINGO — Construction of a lithium sulphate plant that Government says will be Africa’s largest is gathering pace at Bikita Minerals, with the project expected to be commissioned next year alongside a 50-megawatt thermal power plant. Mines and Mining Development Minister Dr Polite Kambamura…

Property Buyers Urged to Tighten Due Diligence as Fine & Country Zimbabwe Launches Consumer Education Programme

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Fine & Country Zimbabwe chief executive officer Karen Nyenga By Staff Reporter HARARE — Zimbabweans buying property are being urged to strengthen due diligence before committing their money, with a new industry programme seeking to equip consumers with practical information on ownership, documentation, costs and the professionals involved in property transactions. Fine & Country Zimbabwe…

Women in Tourism Zimbabwe pushes for greater economic empowerment of women

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Women in Tourism Zimbabwe president Violet Mhute poses for a photo with International Buyers at the Sanganai/Hlanganani World Tourism Expo 2026 in Masvingo By Dickson Bandera MASVINGO — Women in Tourism Zimbabwe is calling for stronger partnerships between government, the private sector and development partners to expand economic opportunities for women in the tourism industry….

RTG Sets Sights On Nyanga Marathon and Music Festival

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The music programme will culminate in Jah Prayzah’s performance, supported by additional entertainment and live DJs By Dickson Bandera Rainbow Tourism Group (RTG) is putting final preparations in place for the inaugural Nyanga Mountain Valley Marathon and Music Festival, as the hospitality group seeks to combine sport, music, wellness and tourism into a major attraction…

POSB Secures International Sustainability Certification

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By Dickson Bandera The People’s Own Savings Bank (POSB) has secured international sustainability certification from the European Organisation for Sustainable Development (EOSD), marking a significant step in the bank’s efforts to embed sustainability across its business and operations. The certification, awarded under the Sustainability Standards and Certification Initiative (SSCI), was formally presented at a ceremony…

Zviko Farms Takes Top Livestock Honour at 2026 Agricultural Show

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By Dickson Bandera Zviko Farms emerged as the Overall Livestock Winner at the 2026 Zimbabwe Agricultural Show after showcasing a strong selection of high-quality animals that impressed the judging team. The achievement marked a major success for the farm, reflecting its commitment to livestock production, breeding and animal quality. Livestock judging and exhibitions form an…

Growing Confidence in Zimbabwe Tourism as Fastjet Expands Air Connectivity

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By Dickson Bandera VICTORIA FALLS – Zimbabwe’s tourism sector continues to record growing investor confidence, with enhanced air connectivity opening the country’s skies to more regional and international travellers in line with the Government’s Vision 2030 agenda. The latest milestone was marked by the arrival of Fastjet Zimbabwe’s new 168-seat Airbus A320 in Victoria Falls,…

Government, Private Sector, Development Partners Set to Engage Zimbabweans in the Diaspora During Diaspora Week 2026 in Harare

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By Brenda Mazhambe HARARE – Zimbabweans living in the diaspora will engage with Government ministries, financial institutions, the private sector and development partners during the second edition of Zimbabwe Diaspora Week 2026, which runs from 3 to 9 August at various venues in Harare and Mashonaland East Province. The week-long programme will officially open on…