Food is back — but can Zimbabweans afford it?

However, harvesting starting in April this year is expected to provide Stressed (IPC Phase 2) conditions in deficit areas, with Minimal (IPC Phase 1) conditions in surplus areas.
By Lesley Kufandada May. 4, 2026

Fuel price surge drives the poor deeper into crisis

When President Emmerson Mnangagwa came to power on the back of a November 2017 military coup, he promised a new era of responsiveness and accountability.
By Newsday Apr. 3, 2026

Zim braces for heavy rains, flooding

ZIMBABWE is set to experience heavy rains in the coming days, raising the risk of flooding in parts of the country
By Lesley Kufandada Mar. 13, 2026

Household income lags despite macro calm

ZIMBABWEAN incomes from most typical livelihood sources continue to remain below average
By Tatira Zwinoira Mar. 4, 2026

Rains boost crop prospects as FEWS NET flags food insecurity risks

THE Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET) has reported above-average rainfall received across Zimbabwe, resulting in significantly improved crop conditions and planted area.
By Farming Reporter Feb. 12, 2026

Zim faces heightened floods risk

Over the past week, moderate to heavy rainfall persisted across northern and eastern southern Africa, including Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique, eastern Zimbabwe and eastern South Africa.
By Brent Shamu Jan. 16, 2026

Matabeleland, Masvingo regions face flooding: Report

In November last year, a hailstorm left a trail of destruction in Gwanda town and surrounding areas, causing flash floods that damaged homes, property and infrastructure.
By Silas Nkala Jan. 6, 2026

Food security to improve in April/May: Fews Net

It said above-average rainfall between October 1 and December 15 in most areas facilitated engagement in land preparation and planting activities.
By Silas Nkala Jan. 6, 2026

Zimbabwe faces food crisis

“With the ground already wet, there will be more flooding than is typical during the December to March rainy season with floods mainly occurring in the southern areas. 
By Lesley Kufandada Dec. 28, 2025