Zim economy to moderate in FY26, FY27: AfDB

“Growth is projected to moderate to 4,3% in 2026 and 4,5% in 2027 as agriculture normalises, policies tighten, and structural constraints persist.
By Tatira Zwinoira 12h ago

Diaspora remittances top US$3,5bn as AfDB warns on slowing growth

The central bank said remittances reached US$2,45 billion in 2025, up 15,1% from the previous year.
By Tatira Zwinoira May. 27, 2026

Globalised extractive territorialisation: The new scramble for African land

Critical and rare-earth minerals are a central driver of land-use change in Africa under the global regime of extractive territorialisation.
By Phillan Zamchiya May. 22, 2026

Fierce pushback as Zim debt riots into dangerous territory

Zimcodd’s concerns were triggered by reports in this newspaper last week that a regional survey had grouped Zimbabwe among Africa’s most debt-distressed economies.
By Freeman Makopa May. 22, 2026

AfDB opens the door, Zim must deliver

We believe the International Monetary Fund’s Staff Monitored Programme will leave Zimbabwe on a stronger footing in terms of implementing reforms.
By Newsday May. 22, 2026

Zimbabwe has been talking about its debt since 2001. Citizens are still waiting

The human cost of this extended standoff is measurable.  
By Valentine Maya May. 21, 2026

GlassblocK Dam now depends on offtake deal

Bulawayo mayor David Coltart told Southern Eye that a draft agreement was produced following a breakthrough meeting facilitated by the Ministry of Local Government.
By Jeffrey Muvundusi May. 21, 2026

AfDB grants Zimbabwe US$4 million for debt clearance process

In a statement yesterday, the AfDB stated the intention of the grant. 
By Kirsty Sibanda May. 19, 2026

AfDB backs Zimbabwe debt clearance plan with US$4m grant

This burden of arrears has severely constrained the country’s access to external financing and limited public investment.
By Sharon Zebra May. 19, 2026