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Inside Zesa’s billion dollar debt crisis

Zesa Holdings’ senior manager for electricity trading and operations, John Diya, said the utility’s debt had continued to rise.
By Blessed Ndlovu Jul. 5, 2026

Powertel join Paratus Zimbabwe to launch new digital highway

Powertel Communications managing director Willard Nyagwande said the project was a significant milestone for the company and Zimbabwe's telecommunications sector.
By Donald Nyandoro Jul. 3, 2026

Kariba powers Zim as load-shedding eases

During drought years, water allocations decline, forcing the utility to rely more heavily on higher-cost electricity sources.
By Obert Siamilandu Jun. 29, 2026

Forex shortages choke US$8,5bn mining industry

“It is our humble plea that government allows mining companies to participate on the willing buyer, willing seller platform for legitimate foreign currency requirements.”
By Freeman Makopa Jun. 20, 2026

Catholic teachers’ college project gathers momentum in Karoi

Ngirazi said rehabilitation of access roads, including patching works, was already underway, while the proposed college site had been graded in preparation for the launch.
By Admin Jun. 1, 2026

Electricity: The real test lies ahead

FOR years, power supply has stood as one of the biggest obstacles to economic recovery. Daily power cuts lasting 16 hours or more became part of everyday life, disrupting production
By The Zimbabwe Independent May. 15, 2026

When in doubt, blame it on SA

WHEN in doubt, blame it on South Africa. This was obviously Zesa’s response to last week’s power crisis which saw the whole country plunged into darkness.
By Muckracker May. 8, 2026

Edith Mugarisanwa: Driving excellence in national programmes

Her impact has earned her a nomination for the Top Leadership and Strategic Support Executive Assistant of the Year Award 2026 by the Global Business Achievers Network.
By Takemore Mazuruse May. 3, 2026

ZESA given 48-hr ltimatum to cut power at Phoenix Prince Mine

According to a notice by Navid Incorporated, the processing plants at Phoenix Prince Mine are not drawing electricity from Freda Rebecca’s supply
By Staff Reporter Apr. 25, 2026