2 children die, 14 hospitalised after suspected poisoning

According to the police, the families ate sadza (a staple maize meal) and drank mahewu (a fermented drink) during the traditional ritual.
By Silas Nkala Oct. 30, 2025

The invisible costs of fragmented data in African agric, food systems

WHILE the importance of agricultural and food systems data is no longer questionable, unless concrete examples are provided, many decisionmakers will take a casual approach to data.
By Charles Dhewa Oct. 29, 2025

How evidence and knowledge influence the quality of commodities and incomes

This makes it difficult for farmers to determine return on their investments into the agriculture sector.
By Charles Dhewa Oct. 22, 2025

‘Policy shifts, high costs cripple industries’

Over the past year, a growing number of companies have either shut down, scaled back operations or sought corporate rescue amid worsening economic headwinds.
By Freeman Makopa Oct. 17, 2025

Insiza RDC bans selling of food at risky sites

“The sale, preparation, manufacture, storage and exposure for sale of food shall be done from premises approved by council,” the new law says.
By Silas Nkala Oct. 13, 2025

Using territorial markets to scale what is working in African food systems

Many traders in territorial markets have become adept at using education about recipes in building food businesses that persuade consumers from Western food to indigenous food. 
By Charles Dhewa Oct. 8, 2025

Phones without food: The paradox of Africa’s connectivity revolution

By 2025, more than 615 million Africans will subscribe to mobile services, with smartphone penetration crossing the 50% mark, according to GSMA data. 
By Elizabeth Khumalo Oct. 6, 2025

Photographer, filmmaker Nyaruwata tells stories on climate & gender justice

IN the heart of Harare’s overlooked spaces, like along alleys, dumpsites and forgotten corners, globally acclaimed feminist photographer, filmmaker, and researcher, Chido Nyaruwata,
By Tendai Sauta Oct. 4, 2025

Simbisa absorbs US$1m fast food tax to shield consumers

FAST-FOOD giant, Simbisa Brands Limited (Simbisa) paid close to US$1 million in fast-food tax during the first half of 2025, a levy it chose not to pass on to consumers despite pressure on margins.
By Tatira Zwinoira Oct. 3, 2025