Local football united in grief after fatal crash claims Highlanders leadership trio
via NewsDay Zimbabwe1 min read
Local football in Zimbabwe is united in grief following a fatal crash that claimed the lives of three Highlanders officials. The Premier Soccer League PSL has postponed the Highlanders-Chicken Inn derby in response to the tragic deaths. This incident comes amidst other news in the region, including calls for the NEC to adapt to rapid work transformation, reports of Cuthbert Dube facing hard times, and a survey by ZERA on the private solar boom. Additionally, government infrastructure projects and sports facilities were highlighted at the Zimbabwe Property Excellence Awards, and ARDA delivered 120,000MT as Zimbabwe prepares for El Ni帽o. Other headlines include proposed new grain levies, concerns about private hospital costs, and local banks backing Mutapa Gold with a US$125 million syndicated loan.
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China has reiterated its dedication to bolstering its relationship with Zimbabwe, pledging ongoing support for the country's industrialization and Vision 2030 agenda. This commitment was highlighted by Chinese Ambassador to Zimbabwe Zhou Ding at a reception marking the 99th anniversary of the People's Liberation Army. Ambassador Zhou described the relationship as an "all-weather" partnership, emphasizing expanding military, economic, and diplomatic cooperation. He noted that China remains Zimbabwe's largest source of foreign direct investment and a key trading partner, with Chinese investments contributing to infrastructure upgrades and industrial expansion, including improvements in power supply and transportation, and the development of manufacturing hubs for steel, tiles, cement, and fertilizers. Cooperation between the People's Liberation Army and the Zimbabwe Defence Forces has deepened through training, logistics, and strategic coordination. The ambassador also traced the historical ties to Zimbabwe's liberation struggle, acknowledging China's support through diplomatic backing, military assistance, and training. He mentioned President Xi Jinping's letter to Zimbabwean liberation war veterans, commending their contributions and encouraging them to inspire younger generations to strengthen China-Africa relations. Furthermore, Ambassador Zhou stated that China and Zimbabwe continue to collaborate on global affairs, defending multilateralism and advocating for a more equit
Must ReadZimbabwe has commissioned a specialized honey testing laboratory to enhance export competitiveness. In other financial news, local banks have provided a US$125 million syndicated loan to Mutapa Gold following its turnaround. Meanwhile, ART operations have been affected by power outages and shortages of raw materials, with the manufacturer reporting a 6% decline in export volumes and a 26% decline in paper division volumes for the third quarter ending June 2022. Additionally, the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority ZERA plans to survey the private solar sector due to increased household power generation.
Must ReadZimbabwe has commissioned a specialized honey testing laboratory, a move aimed at enhancing the country's export competitiveness. This development is expected to support the local honey industry by ensuring product quality meets international standards, potentially opening up new markets for Zimbabwean honey producers.