Govt on alert for local food shortages: Muswere

Tobacco sales stood at a record of 354,4 million kilogrammes as at August 18 this year compared to 231 million kilogrammes sold at the same time last year, an increase of 53,07%.
By Sydney Kawadza Aug. 27, 2025

China donates rice to feed hungry Zimbos

THE Chinese government has donated 1 500 tonnes of rice and 750 tonnes of wheat to meet the food needs of hungry Zimbabweans
By Lesley Kufandada and Sharon Zebra Aug. 8, 2025
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Chief’s grain levy rattles villagers

Zunde Ramambo/Isiphala seNkosi is a long-standing cultural tradition, which is spearheaded by traditional leaders and is aimed at supporting vulnerable members of community.
By Miriam Mangwaya Jul. 30, 2025
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Govt mobilises for timely grain payments

Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services minister, Jenfan Muswere, said the Strategic Grain Reserve (SGR) held 80 208 metric tonnes as of June 5 this
By Sydney Kawadza Jun. 12, 2025

How uncompetitive prices push commodities to the informal market

These neglected commodities are left to private players who offer better prices but later manipulate prices after stocking such commodities. 
By Charles Dhewa May. 28, 2025

Officials nabbed for stealing wheat

Prosecutor Carson Kundiona opposed bail stating that the accused persons were likely to abscond trial and interfere with witnesses.
By Simbarashe Sithole Oct. 13, 2024

Respect State House, Mr President

The State House is a government institution, not a party venue.
By The Zimbabwe Independent Sep. 20, 2024

GMB rolls out silo construction project

This project seeks to increase the nation’s strategic grain reserves from the current capacity of about 750 000 metric tonnes to 1,5 million metric tonnes.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Sep. 4, 2024

Govt moves to rescue livestock amid El Nino-induced drought

He said borehole drilling was underway in Matabeleland North, Matabeleland South, Masvingo and Midlands provinces.
By Melody Chikono Aug. 15, 2024