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Zimbabwe
Kariba Electricity Generation Almost Triples as Water Levels Rise

The electricity generation at the Kariba Hydroelectric Power Plant has more than tripled on the 4th of March to 485 megawatts (MW) , marking a nine-month record high since June 2024. This has increas

Mar 04, 2025
Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe to Host Historic EU Business Forum for the First Time

The European Union (EU) is set to host a business forum in Zimbabwe from 20 to 22 May 2025, focusing on key sectors driving Zimbabwe’s economic growth, including agriculture, renewable energy, and min

Mar 10, 2025
South Africa
Ben Magara Takes the Helm at Exxaro: Steering Towards a Sustainable Future

Magara is a qualified Mining Engineer with over 35 years of experience across Africa's mining landscape. His early career saw him cutting his teeth in Zimbabwe's rich mining sector before making his m

Mar 14, 2025
Botswana
Botswana Bets More on Coal to Ease Energy Crisis

Botswana, a landlocked nation in Southern Africa, is poised to deepen its reliance on coal to address persistent generation challenges. With proven coal reserves estimated at 212 billion tons though o

Mar 25, 2025
World
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
Companies
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

Apr 15, 2025
Zimbabwe
Zambia's Solar Bet: Is Off-Grid Viable in SADC?

Zambia’s electrification journey has pivoted sharply toward off-grid solar solutions, driven by necessity and strategic foresight, as droughts have exposed the fragility of its 80% hydropower reliance

Apr 16, 2025

Top Stories

Turnall’s Production Declines in Q1 25, Plans Resizing for Efficiency

Turnall Holdings, a Zimbabwe-based manufacturer of fibre cement roofing products, pipes, and concrete tiles has reported a 18% decline in production for the first quarter of 2025, producing 7,357 tonn

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FBC Holdings Starts 2025 on Firmer Note, Loan Base Surpasses 9 Billion

FBC Holdings, one of the leading financial services provider has reported a loan base of ZWG 9.56 billion in the first quarter (Q1) of 2025, supporting the strong asset base of ZWG 19.9 billion. The

15 hours ago

Independent Retailers Fuel Afdis’s FY 2025 Sales Volumes Growth

The Zimbabwe Stock Exchange-listed wine and spirits manufacturer, African Distillers (Afdis), has recorded a 15% volume growth for the financial year ended 31 March 2025, according to its latest finan

15 hours ago

ZB Financials Launch Innovative Digital Payment Solutions: How They Compare to Existing Ones

ZB Financial Holdings, a prominent financial services provider in Zimbabwe, has launched two innovative digital payment solutions: Smile Cash, a digital wallet, and Smile & Pay, a payment gateway desi

16 hours ago

New Leasing at Pomona Commercial Centre Drives Mash Holdings Q1 Revenue to US$2 Million

Mash Holdings , a leading real estate investment and development company  has recorded a 24% increase in revenue to US$1.7 million for the first quarter ended 31 March 2025 from US$1.4 million  in the

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Dairibord’s Exports Surge 36% in Q1, USD Dominate Sales at 95%

Largest milk processor, Dairibord Zimbabwe Limited’s export performance in Q1 2025 shone brightly, with a 36% year-on-year surge, underpinned by an 8% increase in raw milk intake to 9.95 million liter

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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

1 day ago

GMB Secures Funds for Wheat Farmers' Payments

The Grain Marketing Board (GMB) has secured USD 5 million and ZWG 15 million this week to settle outstanding wheat payments, pushing total disbursements to USD 28 million and ZWG 230 million, accordin

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