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Zimbabwe Bans Unleaded Petrol: A Move Towards Sustainable Biofuels

The government has announced a ban on the sale of unleaded petrol, mandating that all petrol be blended with ethanol. This regulation, effective next week, is a pivotal step in the country’s energy s

Aug 30, 2024
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ZERA Hikes February Fuel Prices for Both Petrol and Diesel by 3.4%

imbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) has increased  fuel prices for the month of February, from January in US dollar terms effective 5 February 2025. Petrol prices increased by 3% to  $1.53 per

Feb 06, 2025
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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
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Zimbabwe’s Electricity Supply Improves as More Units Back Online

Zimbabwe’s power generation has increased, according to the latest update by the Zimbabwe Power Company (ZPC). Data posted by ZPC shows that output has rose to above 1400 MW from around and below 900

May 21, 2025
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Zimbabwe Records Highest Electricity Output, New Projects Online Bring Renewed Hope

Zimbabwe has achieved a historic milestone in its energy sector, recording its highest electricity generation output to date at 1,619 MW, according to the latest data from the Zimbabwe Power Company (

May 23, 2025
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Zimbabwe Maintains August Fuel Prices  as Global Costs Set to Decline

Zimbabwe has maintained its petrol and diesel prices for August, holding steady at US$1.56 per litre and US$1.55 per litre, respectively, according to the latest monthly fuel update from the Zimbabwe

Aug 14, 2025

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Diesel Prices Static, Petrol Drops Slightly: Zimbabwe’s Costly Fuel Market

Zimbabwe’s fuel prices have seen a minor adjustment, with petrol prices dropping by one cent from $1.56 in August to $1.55 in September, while diesel prices have remained unchanged at $1.55, according

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Gold Monthly Commentary: Gold Closes In on New Highs

Gold experienced a robust rally at the end of August, reaching US$3,429 per ounce, a 4% increase for the month, bringing its year-to-date gain to an impressive 31%. Despite a weaker US dollar, gold a

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Implats Eyes Growth with Optimised Operations at Zimplats and Rustenburg

Impala Platinum Holdings Limited (Implats) a leading South African platinum group metals (PGM) producer plans to redefine its volumes  from improved processing availability at Impala Rustenburg and Zi

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Gold Shoulders Economy, Deficit Nearly Extinct

Zimbabwe has achieved a historic milestone by recording its lowest trade deficit ever in July 2025, with the deficit plummeting by 94.5% to USD 8.7 million from USD 158.6 million in June 2025. This pe

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NMBZ Loan Book Surges 18% as Bank Bets on Exporters

NMBZ Holdings Limited has expanded its loan book by 18% to ZWG 3.42 billion in the half year to 30 June 2025, up from ZWG 2.91 billion in December 2024 according to the latest half year financial resu

Sep 02, 2025

Zimbabwe’s Dual-Currency Inflation Eases: ZiG, USD Show Downward Trend

Zimbabwe’s inflation, measured in both ZiG (Zimbabwe Gold) and US dollar terms, experienced a significant decline in August 2025, signaling improved macroeconomic stability. According to Zimstat, an

Aug 31, 2025

FBC Holdings Reshapes Revenue Model, Prioritizes Core Operations

FBC Holdings Limited has embarked on a strategic transformation, shifting its revenue base away from volatile hedging and investment revaluation gains toward sustainable core income streams, signallin

Aug 29, 2025

Mash Holdings’ Rental Income Grows 15% Spurred by New Tenants at Pomona Centre

Mashonaland Holdings Limited, a prominent property and investment company listed on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE), reported strong rental income growth in the first half of 2025,  by its developme

Aug 28, 2025