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
Tobacco sales hit US$74m as deliveries surge
Premier Tobacco Auction Floor market analyst Sam Garaba said although the season initially was characterised by price fluctuations, the market was beginning to stabilise.
By Brent Shamu
Mar. 26, 2026
TIMB pushes fair play as tobacco sales surge
Zimbabwe’s tobacco regulator has called for stricter ethical standards across the industry as the 2026 marketing season records a strong surge in sales.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Mar. 24, 2026
TSL focuses on efficiency after strong Q1 performance
Herbicide volumes rose 361% due to heightened weed-management needs, while insecticide volumes were up 9% on increased demand for fall armyworm control.
By Business Reporter
Mar. 19, 2026
2030 agenda: Billionaire targeted in ‘extortion’ plot
The billionaire, whose business portfolio spans tobacco, mining, construction, and logistics, reportedly employs over 30 000 people and has investments valued at more than US$1 billion.
By Staff Reporter
Mar. 15, 2026
Inside Zim’s US$1,2bn golden leaf industry
Today, Zimbabwe is Africa’s largest tobacco producer and among the top exporters globally, supplying high-quality flue-cured tobacco (raw leaf) to manufacturers across Asia and Europe.
By Kudakwashe Taimo
Mar. 13, 2026
TIMB records increase in tobacco deliveries
THE Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) says deliveries are increasing daily following protests by farmers over low prices.
By Obert Siamilandu
Mar. 13, 2026
