AI, work study: Transforming work measurement for modern-day era

BACK in the 1980s, when I studied Industrial Management, I learned foundational Work Study methods, particularly Time and Motion Studies, as the benchmark for operational efficiency.
By Naison Bangure Nov. 7, 2025

Africa’s fight for intellectual independence 

Our children grow up reciting poems about snow while never writing about the sun that rises over their own villages.

Prioritise industrial revival in Bulawayo: Ncube

Historically famed as the country’s industrial nerve centre over the years, Bulawayo has experienced rapid de-industrialisation over many decades as Zimbabwe’s economy nose-dived. 
By Margaret Lubinda Nov. 5, 2025

In Zimbabwe, China’s EV mineral hunt sparks both hope and unease

In Zimbabwe, however, Huayou’s local unit, Prospect Lithium Zimbabwe (PLZ) is working to avoid those mistakes.
By China Global South Project Nov. 3, 2025

Zimbabwe needs critical minerals strategy

This is not completely odd, considering that other countries have included gold and coal (for example, South Africa) as their national critical minerals, for instance.
By Kevin Tutani Oct. 17, 2025

Omega Industrial sees Mine Entra as a launchpad

Bulawayo-based rubber manufacturer Omega Industrial has described its participation in the recent Mine Entra Confex 2025 as a significant milestone that has generated valuable new business leads
By Nizbert Moyo Oct. 15, 2025

Estate agent group revives hope for Bulawayo reindustrialisation

Bulawayo Provincial Affairs and Devolution minister Judith Ncube said the decision to establish a new office in the city was a powerful statement and showed confidence in Bulawayo’s property sector
By Nizbert Moyo Oct. 14, 2025

Zimbabwe’s $800 million steel gamble: Tevival, risk, and regional ambitions

Tsingshan Holding Group, one of China’s leading industrial giants, would invest a further $800 million into its steel operations in the country.
By Mafa Kwanisai Mafa Sep. 29, 2025

Don’t punish the informal sector - Harness it

With no safety nets and little prospect of formal employment, millions of citizens turned to the informal sector to survive.
By Eddie Zvinonzwa Sep. 26, 2025