From 5G to tricycles: The geopolitics of a rusting American ego
The form of accusation will change. It will be "dumping," "currency manipulation," "forced labour," "environmental non-compliance," or "national security."
By Saxon Zvina
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From laughter to standing ovations: What Africa must learn from China’s 20-year automotive transformation
Chinese new-energy vehicles have secured meaningful market share in Europe. BYD’s global sales and overseas growth have set records, outperforming major international rivals.
By Saxon Zvina
May. 7, 2026
Govt leans on local funds for corridor upgrade
The north-south corridor (NSC) is one of the busiest routes in the region, linking South Africa through Zimbabwe to Zambia, the DRC and Malawi.
By Freeman Makopa
Apr. 28, 2026
The skies were never Ours: Pay more, fly longer: Africa's route rip-off
The routing via Dubai or Jeddah is not a quirk specific to Algeria. It is a description of how African air travel works. Only 19% of African city pairs are connected by a direct flight.
By Valentine Muhamba
Apr. 27, 2026
Bulawayo mayor courts French investors
The meeting, held on Wednesday, focused on partnerships as the city seeks to strengthen relations with other nations.
By Patricia Sibanda
Apr. 23, 2026
Local firms targeted in new intra-African trade push
Despite AfCFTA’s significant potential to drive economic development, a limited understanding of its technical provisions and practical applications continues to slow full adoption by businesses.
By Business Reporter
Apr. 23, 2026
Afreximbank’s US$11bn bet on South Africa signals a new trade order
Climate shocks are no longer future risks; they’re here with us.
By Mzwandile Masina
Apr. 10, 2026
Surging imports erode Zim’s export gains
On the import side, industrial supplies accounted for the largest share at 35,6%, followed by capital goods (24%) and fuels and lubricants (18,3%).
By Sharon Zebra
Apr. 1, 2026
Afreximbank backs startups to scale Africa’s digital trade
Selected from a competitive pool of more than 1 600 applications, the eight startups represent some of the most promising ventures building digital trade solutions on the continent.
By Business Reporter
Mar. 27, 2026
