Zimbabwe cannot industrialise in the dark
The economic cost of the energy crisis is immense. A government report, citing World Bank data, estimated that power shortages cost Zimbabwe 6,1% of GDP in 2022 alone.
By Lawrence Makamanzi
3h ago
Energy independence must be Zimbabwe’s priority
For Zimbabwe, the pursuit of energy independence is no longer just an energy issue—it is a national development imperative.
By Edzai Kachirekwa
23h ago
Prioritise domestic capital, says Investor Hosting Centre boss
He said pension funds and insurance companies were well suited to finance long-term investments in infrastructure, agriculture, manufacturing, mining and renewable energy.
By Concilia Mupezeni
Jun. 30, 2026
Energy minister Moyo commissions Chitulipasi 120kW solar mini-grid in Beitbridge
He was accompanied by Matabeleland South Provincial Affairs minister Albert Nguluvhe.
By Sharon Sibindi
Jun. 25, 2026
Govt flies blind on mining industry’s 700MW power demand
The admission highlights a growing challenge for policymakers as mining activity expands, driven by increased base-metal, coal and lithium processing.
By Freeman Makopa
Jun. 22, 2026
Fuel cheats in Zera crosshairs as crackdown begins
“We have regional compliance officers who enforce issues to do with pricing and quality of fuel products. They always do rounds to check on fuel prices,” Mazambani said.
By Sharon Sibindi
Jun. 22, 2026
Africa's silent energy pandemic
Energy is the single most important enabler of development. It is far more than electricity generation and transmission infrastructure.
By Edzai Kachirekwa
Jun. 21, 2026
The ultimate defrosting weekend accompanied by the big Father’s Day
The city is bursting at the seams this weekend with an energy that is way too loud to care about the June breeze.
By Valentine Maya
Jun. 19, 2026
Beyond the battlefield: Lessons from recent regional tension escalation
In an era of sophisticated weaponry and deeply interconnected economies, even limited conflicts can trigger widespread ripple effects across the globe.
By Tinashe Nyamushanya
Jun. 16, 2026
