Zim tobacco sales reach 239,7 million kg
Zimbabwe’s tobacco sector is forecast to make record sales this year, with output expected to exceed 360,000 tonnes, driven mainly by smallholder farmers operating under contracts with Chinese firms.
New Development Bank board negotiates Zimbabwe membership
The New Development Bank (NDB) – formerly known as the BRICS Development Bank – has commenced formal negotiations on Zimbabwe’s possible membership to the institution, a move that could unlock new lines of credit and alternative development financing for the country. NDB president Dilma Rousseff has communicated the move, decided by the multilateral financial institution’s board, to Zimbabwe’s authorities.
David Beckham becomes UK’s first billionaire sportsman
Former England captain Sir David Beckham has become the UK’s first billionaire sportsman in the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List.
Trump and Xi summit ends without any major deals signed
President Donald Trump departed Beijing Friday afternoon local time without any immediate sign that the US and China have resolved thorny challenges dogging their fractious relationship, but with a freshly stabilized relationship with Chinese leader Xi Jinping – for now.
Why I decided not to buy Arsenal: Aliko Dangote
Aliko Dangote has revealed the real reason he abandoned his multi-billion dollar bid to buy Arsenal.
BAT defends bottom line
Cigarettes manufacturer British American Tobacco Zimbabwe Holdings (BAT Zimbabwe) delivered a resilient first-quarter performance, despite weaker consumer demand and rising production costs, underscoring the company’s growing focus on efficiency and market expansion.
Innscor continues strong run
Diversified industrial giant Innscor Africa Limited delivered another solid trading performance in the third quarter of its 2026 financial year, with the group reporting broad-based volumes growth across key business units to reinforce its position as one of Zimbabwe’s most resilient consumer-facing corporates.
Bikita Minerals resumes lithium exports after securing licence
Bikita Minerals (Private) Limited has resumed lithium concentrate exports after securing an export licence from Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Mines and Mining Development.
Only 4 African countries best positioned to dominate Africa’s industrial future
The 2025 Real Economic Development (RED) Index report of industrial development is out and it has revealed that of 54 countries in Africa only four countries are structured to meet the demands of high-scale industrialization.
Monetary stability boosts cables maker CAFCA
CAFCA reported profit for the period of US$1.83 million, up from US$587,599 recorded during the comparable period last year.