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ZiG Appreciates for the First Time in a While but Premium Rate Expands

After a dismal start to the month, the ZiG has appreciated for the first time in a while, according to the latest data released by the Central Bank. The currency strengthened to 27.99 on November 4 f

Nov 04, 2024

Zimbabwe's Inflation Cools in February for Both USD, ZiG: Regional Comparison and Analysis

Zimbabwe’s inflation landscape brightened in February 2025, with month-on-month rates for both its gold-backed ZiG currency and the U.S. dollar plummeting to their lowest levels in months, according t

Feb 27, 2025

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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

PPC Arlington Sale Lapses ,US$30 Million Capital Allocation Plan Returns to Drawing Board

Pretoria Portland Cement Zimbabwe's planned monetisation of its 418-hectare Arlington Estate has been pushed back after the disposal agreement with Transvaal Africa lapsed following the purchaser's fa

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Hippo Valley Posts Standout FY26 Performance, FY27 Tests Its Earnings Base

Hippo Valley Estates Limited, Zimbabwe's largest ZSE listed sugar producer, has reported a revenue growth of $220.8 million, a 15% increase from $191.6 million according to the latest results for the

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Zimbabwe Rejects Lithium Extension: Is the Industry Ready for January 2027?

Government has held firm on the January 2027 ban on lithium concentrate exports despite the industry’s request for a six month extension. The decision has shifted Zimbabwe’s lithium policy from aspira

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Willdale Narrows Operating Loss to 1.6 Million, Despite Sales Volumes Falling 50%

Zimbabwe’s biggest listed bricks manufacturer, Willdale Limited has reported an operating loss of ZWG 39.9 million for the half year ended 31 March 2026, equivalent to approximately USD 1.6 million at

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Zimbabwe’s Trade Analysis: What It Means for Economy, Policymakers, Investors As Gold Retreats

Zimbabwe's goods exports reached USD 884 million in May 2026, the second highest monthly export figure on record and an 11.6% increase from April 2026's USD 792.3 million, driven by semi-manufactured

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What May’s Trade Numbers Reveal: Gold Dominance Grows as Import Demand Widens the Deficit

Zimbabwe's goods trade balance for May 2026 was a deficit of USD 193.7 million, a 14% increase from April 2026's USD 169.9 million. Exports grew 11.6% month-on-month from USD 792.3 million to USD 884

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From Hunger to Obesity: Zimbabwe Launches Nutrition Strategy to Tackle New Dietary Challenges

Zimbabwe has approved the Nutrition Financing Strategy on 30 June 2026, presented by Vice President General (Rtd) Constatino Chiwenga as Chairperson of the Cabinet Committee on Food Security and Nutri

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SeedCo Growth Shifts to Tanzania as Zimbabwe Prioritises Cash Over Volume

SeedCo Group's earnings are becoming progressively more regional, with Tanzania emerging as the principal growth engine while Zimbabwe transitions into a lower-volume, higher-quality cash generation b