5 h. ago CSOs urge inclusive development and swift passage of key bills

Civil society organisations (CSOs) have raised concerns over the ongoing barriers that continue to hinder the full participation of women, youth and persons with disabilities (PWD) in national development and decision-making processes in Zimbabwe.

Politics

6 h. ago Zimbabwe launches digital livestock tracking system to boost transparency and national food security

Each livestock owner will receive a physical card embedded with a unique identification code linked to a digital database

Society

33 h. ago Telegram boss to leave fortune to over 100 children he has fathered

The founder of instant messaging app Telegram, Pavel Durov, says the more than 100 children he has fathered will share his estimated...

Society

3 d. ago New private deal to fund Bulawayo dam may relieve water crisis — But it would leave thirsty ratepayers drowning in bills

By newZWire A US$126 million plan to build a new dam for Bulawayo could finally ease the city’s long-running water crisis, but the private financing model may leave residents paying up to three times more for water. The proposed Glass Block Dam, to be built in the Umzingwane catchment area, is being promoted by a The post New private deal to fund Bulawayo dam may relieve water crisis — But it would leave thirsty ratepayers drowning in bills appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

Economics

3 d. ago ‘Take full advantage of opportunities to improve your living standards’— Mnangagwa tells youths

By Anna Chibamu PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has challenged Zimbabwean youths to grab opportunities created by his government aimed at improving their standards of living. Officially opening the 33rd Session of the Junior Parliament of Zimbabwe at the New Parliament Building in Mt Hampden this Friday, President Mnangagwa said through the government’s transformational and inclusive developmental The post ‘Take full advantage of opportunities to improve your living standards’— Mnangagwa tells youths appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

Politics

4 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.

Politics

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.

Politics

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.

Politics

5 d. ago Chillmaster misses out as Nisha Ts joins Germany’s Moto Moto festival

By Tapiwa Svondo RISING contemporary musician Chillmaster has pulled out of the upcoming MOTO MOTO Festival in Cologne, Germany, where he was scheduled to perform on July 19. Chillmasters’ inclusion on the festival’s lineup was part of the winning package as the NAMA Outstanding Breakthrough Musician. He has been replaced by Zimdancehall artist Nisha Ts. The post Chillmaster misses out as Nisha Ts joins Germany’s Moto Moto festival appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

Politics

1 week ago Dynamos pull out of CAF Confederation Cup as financial woes mount

HARARE – Dynamos have pulled out of the 2025/26 CAF Confederation Cup due to financial [...]

Politics

1 week ago ‘Teach patriotism in all Zim schools’ MPs say, cite example of China, Singapore, Rwanda, South Korea

IN A development that is set to ignite significant debate in the country, lawmakers are pushing for the mandatory introduction of patriotism... To access this post, you must purchase a subscription. Please click the button below to visit our subscriptions page to select a package. Subscriptions

Politics

1 week ago Blood Money: Zimbabwe’s Blood Service accused of profiteering amidst health crisis

HARARE - As Zimbabwe grapples with a deepening public health crisis, characterised by critical shortages of medication and deteriorating facilities, the National Blood Service Zimbabwe (NBSZ) is facing mounting criticism for its pricing model and significant financial surpluses at the expense of the poor. The post Blood Money: Zimbabwe’s Blood Service accused of profiteering amidst health crisis appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

Events

1 week ago Old Mutual Champions Youth Financial Literacy Through Capital Markets Quiz

HARARE – Old Mutual Zimbabwe has reaffirmed its commitment to building a financially literate society [...]

Politics

1 week ago IMF’s push for ZiG as sole legal tender met with skepticism in Zimbabwe

HARARE - A recommendation from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to make Zimbabwe's ZiG currency the exclusive legal tender is being met with widespread public skepticism, primarily due to the nation's turbulent economic history and deeply entrenched distrust in official financial policies. The post IMF’s push for ZiG as sole legal tender met with skepticism in Zimbabwe appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

Politics

2 w. ago Real empowerment means financial independence, not state handouts

The truth will set us free.

Politics

2 w. ago OK Zimbabwe’s US$30 million lifeline nears as retail crisis deepens in the country

HARARE - OK Zimbabwe Limited, one of the country's prominent retailers, is in advanced discussions to raise up to US$30 million, a move that reflects the significant financial distress gripping the company and also highlights the broader struggles of Zimbabwe's formal economy. The post OK Zimbabwe’s US$30 million lifeline nears as retail crisis deepens in the country appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

Economics

2 w. ago Mnangagwa launches Geo Pomona plant amidst deep corruption concerns

HARARE - President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Thursday commissioned the Geo Pomona Waste Management Sorting Plant in Harare, celebrating it as a stride towards environmental sustainability, even as the project remains mired in significant corruption allegations, including claims of inflated, guaranteed payments to a company with reported ties to the First Family and concerns over the deal's transparency and financial burden on Harare residents. The post Mnangagwa launches Geo Pomona plant amidst deep corruption concerns appeared first on Nehanda Radio.

Politics

2 w. ago POSB rallies behind High Schools Capital Markets Quiz Competition

The People’s Own Savings Bank (POSB) is reaffirming its commitment to financial literacy and inclusion [...]

Politics

2 w. ago How Mnangagwa Has Reduced University Graduates to Beggars: Young Lady Appeals for Financial Help from Chivayo

By A Correspondent A young Zimbabwean woman, Ratidzai Mlambo, has taken to social media to appeal for financial help from … Continue reading "How Mnangagwa Has Reduced University Graduates to Beggars: Young Lady Appeals for Financial Help from Chivayo"

Politics

2 w. ago Zimbabwe has $9billion plan to join African electricity drive

Bloomberg The plan, which falls under the World Bank and African Development Bank’s Mission 300 program, envisages a more than doubling of the country’s power production from hydro, wind, solar and biomass plants. Zimbabwe laid out plans to raise more than $9 billion to boost energy access at a conference in London on Wednesday, an The post Zimbabwe has $9billion plan to join African electricity drive appeared first on NewZimbabwe.com.

Economics