Critical minerals new game changer for DRC economic growth
The gamer changer in town are the DRC’s critical minerals now increasingly sought due to a rising global demand, making the country a key supplier in international supply chains.
By Brian Hungwe
Aug. 17, 2026
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Zim risks losing $3b diaspora windfall
For years, Zimbabwe has seen a steady rise in annual diaspora remittances, increasing from less than US$2 billion in 2018 to a record US$3 billion last year.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Aug. 16, 2026
Ncube turns to Asia as US$23bn debt overhang bites
He said Zimbabwe had also initiated engagement with the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).
By Mthandazo Nyoni
Jun. 26, 2026
Zimcodd demands answers on US$150m AfDB loan
Last month, the AfDB noted that Zimbabwe needed US$2,7 billion in bridge financing to clear arrears owed to international financial institutions.
By Business Reporter
Jun. 23, 2026
AfDB tax reform project delivers gains for Zim
According to the bank, the programme achieved three of its four key outcomes and met 94,4% of its output targets, driven mainly by the successful implementation of TaRMS
By Business Reporter
Jun. 10, 2026
More pain for Zim as debt exit costs soar
“This highlights the urgent need to strengthen domestic resource mobilisation and ease access to concessional financing,” the bank said.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Jun. 1, 2026
Zim economy to moderate in FY26, FY27: AfDB
“Growth is projected to moderate to 4,3% in 2026 and 4,5% in 2027 as agriculture normalises, policies tighten, and structural constraints persist.
By Tatira Zwinoira
May. 28, 2026
Diaspora remittances top US$3,5bn as AfDB warns on slowing growth
The central bank said remittances reached US$2,45 billion in 2025, up 15,1% from the previous year.
By Tatira Zwinoira
May. 27, 2026
Globalised extractive territorialisation: The new scramble for African land
Critical and rare-earth minerals are a central driver of land-use change in Africa under the global regime of extractive territorialisation.
By Phillan Zamchiya
May. 22, 2026
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Shocking Kariba horror details emerge
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By Shame Makoshori and Nhau Mangirazi
Aug. 16, 2026
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84 dead, unknown number missing: Lake Kariba and the cheapening of Zimbabwean life
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By Trevor Ncube
Aug. 16, 2026
