Search results for 'Power Outages'
Companies
Nampak Defy Challenges to Achieve Growth

Nampak Zimbabwe Limited, a distinguished entity listed on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE), has maintained profitability in the 9 months to June 2023 despite facing power and supply constraints chal

Aug 11, 2023
World
The Brick Dilemma: Willdale Limited's Struggle with Power Outages and Intense Rivalry

Persistent power outages throughout the year had a profound and adverse effect on the production and sales volumes of Willdale Limited, a prominent brick manufacturer. Consequently, the company's oper

Jan 09, 2024
Companies
Droughts, Supply Chain Disruptions, Narrows Nampak Profitability

Nampak Zimbabwe’s profitability has been adversely impacted by the effects of prolonged drought conditions stemming from the El Niño climatic phenomenon according to its latest half-year financials. T

Jun 28, 2024
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe’s Trade Deficit Surpasses US$200M in June

Zimbabwe's trade deficit surged in June 2024, reaching over $200 million. The latest data from Zimstat shows the deficit rose by 39.6% to $218.9 million, up from $156.8 million in May 2024. A trade d

Jul 29, 2024
Companies
Nampak to Leverage on Cost Cutting After a Subpar Quarter

n a challenging economic landscape marked by volatile exchange rates, power outages, and ongoing liquidity constraints, Nampak Zimbabwe, a leading packaging firm says it will leverage on cost containm

Aug 15, 2024

Top Stories

Pathway to Recovery: BAT’s Q3 Under Glance

British American Tobacco (BAT) Zimbabwe, a producer and marketer of premium cigarette brands, is prioritizing cost reduction as a strategic initiative aimed at returning to profitability. The company

1 day ago

Glimmer of Hope: Zim’s Oct Gold Surge Revives Year-End Target

Zimbabwe's October gold deliveries surged 22% from September and 12% above October 2023, reaching 4,168 kgs. Small-scale miners produced 3,143 kgs, up from 2,404 kgs in September, while large-scale m

Nov 07, 2024

Smoke and Mirrors? ZiG Strengthens for Third Consecutive Day, Takes in 9% Gains

The Zimbabwe Gold (ZWG) currency has exhibited an appreciation on the formal market, recording its third consecutive gain on November 6, 2024. The currency surged 3% from 26.99 to 26.01, translating

Nov 06, 2024

Zimbabwe Fuel Prices Rise: Petrol and Diesel Up in November

he Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) has announced an increase in fuel prices for November, impacting both petrol and diesel. Petrol prices have risen from US$1.49 per litre in October to U

Nov 06, 2024

Iconic Monomotapa Hotel Put on Sale

The iconic Monomotapa Hotel has officially been placed on the market, as announced by its parent company, African Sun. This development was disclosed through a circular posted on the Victoria Falls St

Nov 06, 2024

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

Year-to-Date Tobacco Update: Rakes in $1 Billion, Exports Surge, 30% Increase in Growers

Zimbabwe's year-to-date tobacco exports have raked in US$1 billion exceeding the US$960 million recorded in 2023 according to Tobacco Industries Marketing Board. The country shipped approximately 187

Nov 05, 2024

BAT’s New Strategic Focus: Cost Optimization to Mitigate Earnings Crunch

British American Tobacco Zimbabwe, a prominent manufacturer and distributor of tobacco products, has sustained its comprehensive cost reduction initiative aimed at optimizing operational efficiency an

Nov 05, 2024