Depressed tobacco sales expose farmers
His story reflects a broader crisis gripping Zimbabwe’s tobacco sector, where the once-lucrative “golden leaf” is increasingly burdened by global oversupply, low prices and mounting farmer debt.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Apr. 13, 2026
Union wins US$432k court battle against Cottco
THE High Court has ruled in favour of the Cotton Marketing Workers Union of Zimbabwe after it sued the Cotton Company of Zimbabwe (Cottco) for failing to remit US$432 408,83 in union dues
By Desmond Chingarande
Apr. 13, 2026
Grand lithium rip-off: Foreign firms pocket 53-fold windfall
Yet beyond the immediate disruption lies a far deeper scandal — what has quietly been leaving Zimbabwe’s shores for years.
Lithium ore export ban firestorms boomerang, MMCZ says being ‘set back’ US$500 000 monthly
Industry sources say Zimbabwe could be losing as much as US$60 million monthly in royalties and taxes following the indefinite ban, demonstrating the scale of disruption to Treasury inflows.
By Tinashe Kairiza
Apr. 2, 2026
Tobacco glut exposes big policy blind spot
Tobacco is being sold, but farmers are earning less per unit. At its core, this reflects a familiar economic reality.
By The Zimbabwe Independent
Mar. 27, 2026
Tobacco earnings hit US$98m in 13 days
“In value terms, the crop has generated over US$98 million, which is a 32% increase from the prior season.”
By Nhau Mangirazi
Mar. 26, 2026
Tobacco exports surge 62% on strong global demand
At an average export price of US$6,68 per kilogramme, the shipments are estimated to have generated at least US$488,18 million so far.
By Farming Reporter
Mar. 26, 2026
China donates 5,000MT of rice to support vulnerable communities
The People’s Republic of China has handed over 5,000 metric tonnes of rice to Zimbabwe, bolstering the country’s efforts to combat food insecurity exacerbated by drought and economic pressures.
By Tendai Sauta
Mar. 24, 2026
Treasury releases funding to GMB to clear outstanding arrears
GMB said the funds were part of ongoing efforts to ensure timely payment to farmers and maintain confidence in the country’s grain marketing system.
By Pride Nyamupangedengu
Mar. 20, 2026
