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Zimbabwe Lobbies U.S. to Slash 18% Tariffs on Exports

Zimbabwe’s Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube is leading a critical diplomatic mission in Washington to lobby for a reduction of the Trump administration’s 18% tariffs on Zimbabwean exports to the preferen

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Zimbabwe Courts Western Creditors for $2.6 Billion Bridge Financing, But Policy Gaps Stall Progress

Zimbabwe is pursuing $2.6 billion in bridge financing to clear $6.7 billion in arrears, a critical component of its $21 billion public debt, equivalent to 96.6% of its 2023 GDP (World Bank, 2024). Fi

 Apr 25, 2025
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Zim, Japan Eye Renewed Economic Ties

Japanese Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Shinichi Yamanaka, has highlighted the potential for renewed economic ties between the two nations, while acknowledging the challenges that have seen bilateral trade

 Apr 24, 2025
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Gold Prices Retreat to $3,310 as Trump Signals Tariff Truce with China

Gold prices retreated to $3,310 per ounce on Wednesday 23rd of April, falling from a record high of $3,500 in the previous session, as optimism over easing U.S.-China trade tensions, a strengthening

 Apr 23, 2025
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What if Coal is the Answer?: SADC's Immediate Imperative

he Southern African Development Community (SADC) is grappling with a severe energy crisis that threatens its economic stability and growth prospects. Frequent power outages across the region result in

 Apr 08, 2025
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Weekly Gold Wrap: Central Banks Maintain Gold Focus in February

Gold remained a key asset for central banks in February 2025, with a reported 24 tonnes of net purchases marking another month of robust activity in the global gold market. Leading the charge was the

 Apr 07, 2025
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Should Zimbabwe Worry About Trump’s Latest Tariffs?

On the third of April 2025, the United States, led by a re-energised Donald Trump, dropped a trade bombshell on Zimbabwe, an 18% “reciprocal tariff” slapped on its goods, part of a broader strategy t

 Apr 04, 2025
Trump Slaps Zimbabwe Goods with 18% Reciprocal Tariffs: How Much Does Zim Really Trade with the USA?

he United States has imposed new tariffs on Zimbabwe as part of President Donald Trump’s rollout of a trade war strategy, introducing “reciprocal tariffs” that subject Zimbabwean goods to a minimum ta

Apr 03, 2025
Halving Air Pollution Exposure by 2040: Critical Analysis of World Bank’s Vision

The World Bank’s recent report, Accelerating Access to Clean Air on a Liveable Planet, released on March 27, 2025, presents an ambitious yet attainable goal: halving the number of people exposed to d

Mar 31, 2025
ZiG Deflation Hits -0.1% in March as USD Inflation Holds Steady at 15%: Contrasts Southern Africa’s Varied Trends

Inflation dynamics in Southern Africa as of March 2025 reveal a region of contrasts, with Zimbabwe’s dual-currency system standing out as a focal point of economic complexity. Zimbabwe’s ZiG month-on

Mar 28, 2025
Gold Breaches Psychological Threshold: What's Next After $3,000?

Gold has breached the $3,000 per ounce barrier last week, marking a significant milestone in the precious metal's upward trajectory. Since crossing the threshold on March 14, gold has consistently tra

Mar 26, 2025

No Winners in Trade Wars: Global Economic Growth Downgraded

The global economy stands at a crossroads, with trade tensions casting a long shadow over its prospects. The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) released its latest economic

Mar 25, 2025

Trump Sends South African Ambassador Packing, as Rwanda Severs Ties with Belgium

In an expected escalation of diplomatic hostilities, 45th  President of USA Donald Trump, now back in the White House as the 47th, has ordered the expulsion of South Africa’s ambassador to the United

Mar 18, 2025

Zimbabwe Tops SADC in Fuel Prices , Fourth in Africa

Fuel prices play a pivotal role in shaping economic growth or decline, acting as a lifeline for trade and mobility. Globally, the average price of gasoline stands at 1.26 USD per liter, but significan

Mar 18, 2025

Weekly Gold Commentary: Tariffs, Geo-Wars Propel Gold to $3 000 Amid Risk-Off Frenzy

Gold breached the critical $3 000 per ounce resistance level on 14 March 2025 as investors flocked to the safe - haven asset amid escalating trade hostilities and geopolitical volatility.  Spot price

Mar 17, 2025

Platinum Market Faces Worst Imbalance Since 2013: 2024-25 Deficit Projections Highlight Structural Risks

The platinum market is grappling with its most severe supply-demand imbalance since 2013, with deficits projected at 995 koz in 2024 and 848 koz in 2025, driven by structural supply constraints and v

Mar 13, 2025

Elon Musk muddied with Tesla as sales slump & boycotts escalates

As of March 12, 2025, reports indicate that Tesla shares have dropped sharply, with a notable single-day decline of over 13% on March 10, wiping out more than $700 billion in market value from its mid

Mar 12, 2025

Gold Weekly Commentary: Zimbabwe's Mining Industry Hits New High

Zimbabwe has recorded its highest gold output in two months, marking a new record high as the country progresses toward its year-end production target. After achieving a record 36.48 tonnes in 2024, Z

Mar 10, 2025

Electoral Integrity in SADC: A Review of Recent Polls and Challenges Ahead

Africa's electoral landscape has been historically beset by undue influences and authoritarian tendencies, compromising the legitimacy of democratic processes. This has resulted in the continent's per

Mar 03, 2025