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Zimbabwe
ZiG Enters Double-Digit Inflation at 37.2%, a First Since Launch

Zimbabwe’s month-on-month inflation has entered the double digit for the first time in ZiG’s history since its introduction in April 2024 according to the latest data released by the nation’s statisti

Oct 25, 2024
Zimbabwe
ZiG Extends Rally: Gains 7% against US$, Biggest Appreciation Since Launch

The Zimbabwe Gold (ZWG) has sustained its upward momentum, appreciating by 4% to 26.90 on October 5, 2024, building on the previous day's 2.4% gain. This cumulative 7% surge over the past two days ma

Nov 05, 2024
World
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

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Blanket Mine Sets New Gold Production Record in Q1 2025

Blanket Mine, flagship asset of Caledonia Mining Corporation, delivered a stellar Q1 2025, achieving a record first-quarter gold production of 18,671 ounces, surpassing the previous high of 18,515 oun

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Ariston’s Macadamia Production Rises 3%, Narrows Loss Position

Ariston Holdings Limited, a diversified agricultural company listed on the Zimbabwe stock exchange (ZSE), has reported a 3% increase in macadamia production to 1, 395 tonnes for the year ended 30 Sept

11 hours ago

VFEX Achieves Record Turnover in Q1 2025, Driven by Local Investor Confidence

The Victoria Falls Stock Exchange (VFEX) posted a remarkable Q1 2025, driven by local investors who powered a record-breaking turnover of $58.5 million and a historic daily high of $40.1 million on Fe

12 hours ago

Caledonia Nets $22.35M from Solar Plant Sale, Bolsters Liquidity for Gold Expansion

aledonia Mining Corporation  has sold  its 12.2 MW solar plant to CrossBoundary Energy Holdings (CBE) for $22.35 million in cash according to the latest circular by the company. This move is to allow

13 hours ago

Nampak Sells Majority Stake in Zimbabwe Operations to TSL Limited

Nampak South Africa Limited (Nampak SA), a leading packaging company listed on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE), has finalised an agreement to sell a 51.43% stake in its Zimbabwe operations, Nampak Z

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Weekly Gold Wrap: Artisanal, Small Scale Miners Record Highest Gold Deliveries in March

Zimbabwe’s gold production in March 2025 achieved a historic milestone, with artisanal and small-scale miners (ASM) recording their highest monthly output ever. The month also marked the highest combi

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ZiG Weekly Commentary: ZiG Plummets 49% Since Launch

Zimbabwe’s Gold-backed currency (ZiG) hit fresh week-on-week lows in April 2025, dropping from 26.78 on April 4 to 26.81 by April 11, extending its record-breaking gradual slide. Since its debut on A

Apr 11, 2025

Zeco Holdings Sees Revenue Rise to ZWG 1,655 Million, Yet Losses Widen

Zeco Holdings, a perennial loss maker, has capped full year 2024 with a widened loss despite revenue growth, reporting a deficit of ZWG 549,281, up sharply from ZWG 254,334 in 2023. Yet, the company

Apr 11, 2025