TIMB biometric system simplifies grower registration, boosts security
Growers across the country have largely welcomed the biometric registration process, citing enhanced security and fewer cases of identity theft at the contract and auction floors.
By Munashe Nyuke
May. 12, 2025
Lower tobacco prices worry Zimbabwe farmers
The new tobacco marketing season opened with prices ranging from US$1,59 per kilogramme for the lowest tobacco grade to US$4,65 per kilogramme for the highest grade.
By Blessed Ndlovu
May. 11, 2025
Matabeleland South props up tobacco production
TIMB acting chief executive Emmanuel Matsvaire said the regional presence would drastically reduce the distance farmers travel, lowering costs and increasing access to markets.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Apr. 23, 2025
Inaugural China-Zim Tobacco Expo on the cards
The expo was conceived following engagements between TIMB and AEA Association officials at the 2024 China International Import Expo in Shanghai.
By Ashton Ndakusiya
Apr. 15, 2025
Tobacco farmers enjoy huge profits
The country’s tobacco export earnings hit a record US$1,3 billion in 2024, marking a second consecutive year above US$1 billion.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni
Apr. 14, 2025
CCC politicians face ‘blacklist’ over #ED2030 campaign
Linda Masarira, president of the Labour, Economists and African Democrats party, has expressed concerns over attempts to amend the Constitution to extend Mnangagwa’s term beyond 2028.
By Takudzwa Munemo
Apr. 12, 2025
Masvingo fights soil erosion
The initiative employs a combination of mechanical and biological techniques to mitigate soil loss.
By Staff Reporter
Apr. 3, 2025
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CCC faction fights in Geza’s corner
This comes after some political analysts argued that Geza needed Chamisa’s support to mount a sustained fight against the Mnangagwa regime.
By Kenneth Nyangani
Apr. 2, 2025
MPs grill Ncube over delayed CDF
Harare East legislator Kevin Mutimbanyoka sought clarity on whether the promised disbursement would be backdated to 2023.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Mar. 28, 2025
