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Commodities Perspective Corner: Ukraine Grain Deal with Poland Provides Lifeline but Concerns Remain for African Importers
Ukraine recently struck a deal with Poland to resume grain exports overland after a temporary ban. While this provides a lifeline for Ukraine to export its grain, the fate of its seaborne exports from
Apr 20, 2023
South Africa
FirstRand Limited Maintains Earnings Expectations Despite Challenging Economic Environment
s previously guided, the group expects its credit loss ratio for the year to remain below its stated through-the-cycle range, given its targeted origination approach. The group's capital and liquidity
Jun 21, 2023
Mining
The Rise of Geopolitical Tensions: How a Potential Ban on Russian Aluminium by LME Could Impact African Producers
The potential ban on Russian aluminium by the LME brings to the fore the impact of geopolitical tensions on the global metal market, with smaller producers in Africa likely to feel the brunt of any de
Jul 31, 2023
World
Global Economic Highlights: Key Data Releases and Events to Watch in the Week Ahead
n the upcoming week, the world eagerly anticipates the release of crucial economic data and key events from major economies, including the United States, China, Eurozone, Canada, Japan, and the United
Nov 13, 2023
South Africa
Truworths International Reports 8.2% Increase in Retail Sales Amid Economic Challenges
Truworths International Limited (TRU.J) on Monday reported an 8.2% growth in retail sales for the 26-week period ended 31 December 2023. The South African-based fashion retailer revealed that its reta
Jan 29, 2024
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe’s April Fuel Dip: U$1.53 From US$1.54 Signals Relief, Yet Among Highest in Africa
Zimbabwe’s fuel prices in April 2025, set at $1.53 per litre for petrol and $1.52 per litre for diesel in USD by the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA), eased from March’s $1.54 and $1.55. Y
Apr 07, 2025
World
UK Changes Immigration Policy: Ban on Care Home Workers, 10-Year Residency Requirement, Focus on High-Skilled Labour and More
The United Kingdom has introduced a series of stringent immigration reforms through its 2025 Immigration White Paper, aimed at reducing net migration and prioritising high-skilled workers to bolster e
May 14, 2025
Companies
Invictus Energy Secures Key Licence Renewals to Advance Zimbabwe Gas Ambitions
Invictus Energy has secured a three-year extension of its exploration licences in Zimbabwe’s Cabora Bassa Basin, paving the way for drilling a high-impact well that could unlock more than a trillion c
Sep 16, 2025
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Zimbabwe’s Anti-Corruption Drive Under President Mnangagwa: Progress, Setbacks, Persistent Challenges
President Emmerson Mnangagwa took office in November 2017 after the late President Robert Mugabe’s resignation, pledging decisive action against corruption. In his 2018 State of the Nation Address, h
1 day agoWeekly Currency Market Analysis: Monetary Discipline Anchors ZiG Stability Post-2024 Devaluation
he Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG), backed by reserves estimated at USD 900 million by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ), has maintained a stable exchange rate, marking over a year of resilience since the Septem
Oct 20, 2025President Mnangagwa Introduces $150 'Presidential Bonus Scheme' for Civil Servants, Further Benefits Planned
he Government of Zimbabwe has introduced a series of measures aimed at improving the welfare of its civil servants, a group that has long grappled with economic hardship. Among these is a presidential
Oct 17, 2025Zimbabwe’s Health Turning Point: Inside the Economics and Humanity of the 2026 National Health Insurance Rollout
In a country where a visit to the doctor can still mean a choice between healing and hunger, Zimbabwe’s plan to launch its National Health Insurance (NHI) in June 2026 represents more than a policy mi
Oct 17, 2025
