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Govt releases funds to commercialise winning innovations

“Participation and uptake have been very high,” Ganda said of the Presidential Innovation Fair.

By Boitumelo Makhurane 46m ago

Govt releases funds to commercialise winning innovations

Industry ministry unpacks new industrial, consumer policies

Permanent Secretary Thomas Utete Wushe said the policies provide a roadmap towards building a competitive and resilient industrial sector.

By Nizbert Moyo 3h ago

Industry ministry unpacks new industrial, consumer policies

Manicaland hospital achieves maternal mortality milestone

UNDP Zimbabwe said improved facilities and collaborative support played a critical role in enhancing healthcare outcomes at the district hospital.

By Pride Nyamupangedengu 4h ago

Manicaland hospital achieves maternal mortality milestone

Zimbabwe’s memory of Deng Xiaoping

As African nations grapple with the legacy of colonialism and the challenges of the 21st century, including poverty, de-industrialization, disease, crime, and other social vices,

By Andromeda Heather Jubane and Mbongeni Nhliziyo May. 13, 2026

Zimbabwe to cut mobile money charges in financial sector reforms

Mobile money users have long complained about high transfer costs, including the Intermediated Money Transfer Tax (IMTT) and charges levied by service providers.

By Boitumelo Makhurane May. 12, 2026

Zimbabwe to cut mobile money charges in financial sector reforms

MP drills relief into water crisis with six boreholes

Two of the solar-powered boreholes were commissioned in the Ziyaphapha area in Gwabalanda and Emkhayeni in New Lobengula.

By Nizbert Moyo May. 12, 2026

MP drills relief into water crisis with six boreholes

Mutapa Gold seeks US$250m for expansion, launches US$75m debt raise

According to Denhere, expanding local processing capacity would build domestic capabilities, create higher-value jobs and deepen skills development.

By Mthandazo Nyoni May. 12, 2026

Mutapa Gold seeks US$250m for expansion, launches US$75m debt raise

MP pushes for vocational college in Hwange

“There are 93 business units in Hwange, with 25% having youth membership,” he said.

By Patricia Sibanda May. 11, 2026

MP pushes for vocational college in Hwange

BCC blitz uncovers illegal pre-schools, unsafe food outlets

Several other pre-schools were cited for various breaches, including operating without permits, lacking approved plans, and failure to ensure food handlers were medically cleared.

By Sharon Sibindi May. 9, 2026