Delta FY26 earnings under threat from sugar tax and tax uncertainties

In its latest third-quarter report for the period ended December 31, 2025, Delta reported paying US$20,3 million in sugar tax and US$900 000 regarding tax uncertainties for a total of US$21,2 million
By Tatira Zwinoira Feb. 6, 2026

Varun Beverages expands snack, beverage portfolio in Zimbabwe

Company leadership expects the broader portfolio to expand the overall market, drive consumer demand and encourage further industry participation.
By Staff Reporter Feb. 2, 2026

Varun Beverages expands footprint in Zim with Cheetos launch

VARUN Beverages Limited, the world’s second-largest PepsiCo franchisee outside the United States, continues to strengthen its presence in Zimbabwe with major investments across beverages
By Staff Reporter Jan. 27, 2026

Zimbabwe's $600mln junk food problem

ZIMBABWE has been flagged as a breeding ground for unhealthy processed food and sweetened beverages, with total sales reaching US$623 million in the period 2021 to 2024,
By Ruth Maseko Dec. 9, 2025

Dangote, Varun shake up Zimbabwe’s economy

Everyone wants to crash Delta’s party. Last week, Varun Beverages, the PepsiCo bottler, announced its first push into alcoholic beverages, starting with distributing Carlsberg beer in Zimbabwe
By Tinashe Mugoko Nov. 7, 2025

Afdis PAT jumps to 41% as tax wrangle with Zimra drags on

This included the announcement of a US$5 million investment to scale up production of its total beverage capacity from 18 million litres to as high as 36 million litres over the next five years
By Tatira Zwinoira Nov. 7, 2025

Laughter, leaks and local legends: November in Bulawayo

Being an adaptable person, I’ve moved with the times and embraced the spirit.
By Ink Whispers Nov. 6, 2025

Beverage makers bemoan high interest rates

BEVERAGE makers say the central bank’s 35% bank policy rate is straining expansion plans as it increases the cost of borrowing
By Melody Chikono Aug. 14, 2025

Afdis to prioritise profitability, margins

Beverage maker, African Distillers Limited (Afdis) will prioritise profitability and margins through brand mix optimisation, market efficiency, and cost control
By Tatira Zwinoira Jul. 25, 2025