Indian development expert takes over as UN resident coordinator in Zimbabwe
In a statement, the UN said Kalapurakal assumed her duties on June 1 following approval by President Emmerson Mnangagwa.
By Donald Nyandoro
1h ago
Legal fog clouds Zimbabwe’s new minerals policy, warns watchdog
CNRG said the introduction of three categories “critical,” “special critical,” and “strategic” minerals has no basis in Zimbabwean law.
By Tatira Zwinoira
4h ago
Villagers convicted for illegal occupation of State land
The pair, Francis Madungwe and Nomsa Munyimi, were arrested by the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission following investigations into the unlawful occupation of the land.
By Silas Nkala
4h ago
Crime and underdevelopment: Why Zim must address root causes, not just symptoms
The future of Zimbabwe depends not only on reducing crime, but on addressing the conditions that allow crime to thrive.
By Mitchel Zvingowaniseyi
May. 31, 2026
Hormuz crisis could trigger devastating fertiliser shock for Zim
At the centre of the threat is the Strait of Hormuz, a strategic shipping route through which an estimated 30% of global fertiliser supplies pass.
By Freeman Makopa
May. 30, 2026
Zimbabwe to host Africa Skills Week as AU targets youth jobs crisis
The summit comes as African countries grapple with weak technical and vocational education and training (TVET) systems and high youth unemployment.
By Valentine Maya
May. 29, 2026
Ndlovu urges government agencies to tap carbon markets for climate funding
Ndlovu called on technical officials to develop bankable project proposals and urged management to allocate resources for project preparation.
By Blessed Ndlovu
May. 29, 2026
Power, oil shocks hammer Zim industry
Manufacturers face similar disruptions, with unplanned outages undermining production planning, raising unit costs and weakening competitiveness.
By Freeman Makopa
May. 29, 2026
Ambitious housing plan collides with land prices, financing gaps
There is, however, concern over soaring urban land prices, mortgage unaffordability and the rise of informal settlements.
By Natasha Ncube and Kirsty Sibanda
May. 29, 2026
