WestProp doubles down on manufacturing
Property developer WestProp Holdings is transforming itself from a conventional real estate business into a vertically integrated construction group incorporating building materials manufacturing, as persistent supply chain disruptions force developers to rethink how they deliver projects in Zimbabwe.
Ariston’s solar gamble a bright spot amid agricultural turbulence
Agro-concern Ariston Holdings Limited (Ariston) is pushing to reduce dependence on Zimbabwe’s unreliable power grid, whose costs are threatening farm profitability, by shifting toward renewable energy.
Trump says Iran attack held off upon Gulf states’ request
US President Donald Trump says he has agreed to wait two to three days before striking Iran because Saudi Arabia, Qatar and the UAE said they were close to finalising a deal with Tehran.
10 active footballers with successful businesses
Modern football is no longer just about what happens on the pitch. The game’s biggest footballers are increasingly building businesses as entrepreneurs: investing in brands, startups, real estate, hospitality, and social enterprises while still playing at the highest level.
Eskom declares war on solar powered houses in South Africa
South Africa’s energy crisis has shifted from one of poor availability to high prices, with those shielding themselves from rising tariffs through using solar energy now being punished under a new pricing regime.
Mastercard targets Mozambique’s cash economy in latest Africa fintech push
American payments giant Mastercard has partnered with Mozambican financial services firm Letshego to launch a debit card in Mozambique, as global payment companies intensify efforts to expand across Africa’s fast-growing digital finance market.
TV Sales & Home extends growth run
Axia Corporation’s retail unit TV Sales & Home has extended its strong growth trajectory, posting another sharp rise in sales volumes as aggressive expansion, easier credit access and sustained consumer demand continue to drive performance.
Banks rethink profit drivers, as scrutiny tightens
Zimbabwe’s banking sector is undergoing a strategic shift, with major financial institutions increasingly turning to deposit mobilisation and loan growth as regulatory pressure squeezes traditional fee income streams.
Zim firms urged to curb energy costs, seek alternatives as US-Iran war stokes inflation
The Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries (CZI) has urged businesses to prioritise energy cost containment, optimize supply chains and seek alternatives, as the ongoing US-Iran conflict stokes inflation and disrupts raw materials access.
Iran warns of readiness for war and economic costs as US talks falter
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran remains ready to resume direct military conflict with the United States, if negotiations fail to produce acceptable results.