2 h. ago More ZiG In Circulation Won’t Harm Economy, Says Central Bank

Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Governor John Mushayavanhu said that increasing the availability of ZiG [...]

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6 h. ago Govt increases surveillance at border posts to curb drug trafficking 

By Mary Taruvinga Zimbabwean government has upped surveillance by introducing drones at border posts to reduce drug trafficking. As the fight against drug use continues, during the period from March to June 2 2025, a cumulative 206 raids were conducted nationwide, leading to the dismantling of 39 illicit drug bases and 1,445 suspects. Speaking at The post Govt increases surveillance at border posts to curb drug trafficking  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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10 h. ago Do more to fuel ZiG: IMF to Gvt urges authorities to raise their use of domestic unit

NEWS EDITOR tafirenyikam@dailynews.co.zw THE International Monetary Fund (IMF) is continuing to stump for the wider and accelerated use of the ZiG in... To access this post, you must purchase a subscription. Please click the button below to visit our subscriptions page to select a package. Subscriptions

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11 h. ago Top 10 African countries with the strongest currencies in June 2025

Business Insider Africa While not all African currencies are strengthening, those that are showing indications of strength may profit in numerous ways. One of the most immediate advantages of a stronger currency is lower inflation. Many African nations rely significantly on imports of basic products, including petroleum, food, and industrial inputs. When a country’s currency The post Top 10 African countries with the strongest currencies in June 2025 appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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14 h. ago Industry report shows strong Q1 growth for Econet amid surge in data traffic

Econet Wireless Zimbabwe recorded a significant 20.68% increase in mobile internet and data traffic during [...]

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14 h. ago Divorce among Zimbabwean women up by nearly 100,000 in 10 years

Zimbabwe has witnessed a significant increase in the number of divorced or separated women over [...]

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35 h. ago Striking UZ lecturers make fresh demands as students sit for exams 

By Darlington Gatsi STRIKING lecturers have revised their demands, issuing an ultimatum to the University of Zimbabwe (UZ) to provide incentives to end their 70-day industrial action. The lecturers have been on strike for three months, demanding an increase in their salaries. They are seeking wages of US$2,250, up from their current US$230. The lecturers have The post Striking UZ lecturers make fresh demands as students sit for exams  appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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54 h. ago Touted Chamisa party is doomed his former political allies say, point to past failures

THE plans by former opposition leader Nelson Chamisa to establish a new political movement will likely not succeed unless he changes his... To access this post, you must purchase a subscription. Please click the button below to visit our subscriptions page to select a package. Subscriptions

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68 h. ago Mnangagwa Minister Threatens Schools Refusing to Accept ZiG as Fees Payment

By A Correspondent Primary and Secondary Education Minister Torerai Moyo has issued a stern warning to schools that are refusing … Continue reading "Mnangagwa Minister Threatens Schools Refusing to Accept ZiG as Fees Payment"

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69 h. ago A president who still needs to be glorified in his final term has already failed

As the Shona saying goes, “Nyama inonaka inotaura yega”—truly delicious meat speaks for itself; it doesn’t need anyone to market it.

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3 d. ago ‘All resolutions passed at Zanu PF conference must be implemented’

TAKUDZWA DHAMBUStaff Writers THE ruling Zanu PF remains confident that it will succeed in persuading a reluctant President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain... To access this post, you must purchase a subscription. Please click the button below to visit our subscriptions page to select a package. Subscriptions

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3 d. ago Zimbabwe’s economy continues to register positive strides: President Mnangagwa

By Xinhua ZIMBABWEAN President Emmerson Mnangagwa said on Saturday that the country’s economy continues to register positive strides. In a post on X, the president said that economic growth is being driven by strong performance in mining and tourism, reduced inflation and the stabilization of the local currency. Mnangagwa’s comments followed a recent statement by The post Zimbabwe’s economy continues to register positive strides: President Mnangagwa appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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3 d. ago From darkness to light: Embracing hope and healing in the face of despair

SUNDAY MORNING TABLET DEAR beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, today we gather in a spirit of urgency and compassion to confront a grave issue that is tearing at the very fabric of our community here in Zimbabwe, particularly in Bulawayo. The spirit of suicide has become an alarming reality, sweeping across our nation and The post From darkness to light: Embracing hope and healing in the face of despair appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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4 d. ago Zimbabwe Central Bank reserves backing the ZiG currency doubles up ahead of shift to monocurrency

HARARE – President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Thursday conducted an inspection of the Reserve Bank of [...]

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5 d. ago “Two points dropped,” says Mapeza after FC Platinum’s goalless draw against Herentals

HARARE - FC Platinum head coach Norman Mapeza expressed disappointment after his side failed to collect maximum points in their goalless draw against Herentals. The post “Two points dropped,” says Mapeza after FC Platinum’s goalless draw against Herentals appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

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5 d. ago Zimbabwe’s gold reserves reach 3.4 metric tons, Mnangagwa inspects RBZ vaults

By Alois Vinga Zimbabwe’s gold reserves have grown to 3.4 metric tons to back the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency, introduced in April 2024. President Emmerson Mnangagwa inspected the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe’s (RBZ) gold vaults on Thursday, reaffirming the administration’s commitment to strengthening the currency’s fundamentals through mineral-backed reserves. The RBZ aims to increase its The post Zimbabwe’s gold reserves reach 3.4 metric tons, Mnangagwa inspects RBZ vaults appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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5 d. ago Zimbabwe records slight rise in HIV/AIDS deaths amidst funding concerns

HARARE - Zimbabwe has reported a marginal increase in HIV/AIDS-related deaths during the first half of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024, raising questions about the sustainability of the country's HIV response in the face of shifting donor funding. The post Zimbabwe records slight rise in HIV/AIDS deaths amidst funding concerns appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

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5 d. ago POSB introduces instant payday loan to boost financial inclusion

The People’s Own Savings Bank (POSB) has announced the launch of its newest financial product — the POSB Payday Loan — a fast, flexible, and fully automated loan facility designed to give customers the freedom to manage their finances with ease and confidence. With the POSB Payday Loan, customers no longer need to wait for payday to The post POSB introduces instant payday loan to boost financial inclusion appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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5 d. ago It will take more than Mnangagwa’s gold vault tour to restore public trust in the ZiG

There’s a saying: trust is built over time—but can be destroyed in an instant, and once broken, confidence is not only shattered, but painfully difficult to rebuild.

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6 d. ago Detergents, edible oils sector agrees to pay 70% of salaries in US$

By Alois Vinga THE Detergents, Edible Oils and Fats Sector has reached a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) which approved to pay workers 70% of their salaries in foreign currency. The CBA covers the period commencing January to June 30 2025. The agreement should be read as one with clause 6 (Grading and Wages) of the The post Detergents, edible oils sector agrees to pay 70% of salaries in US$ appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

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