馃嚳馃嚰ZimbabweSouthern Africa
Zimbabwean news outlets cover various local and national developments
via NewsDay Zimbabwe1 min read
Alphamedia Holdings, an independent media house, publishes four newspapers: The Zimbabwe Independent, The Standard, Southern, and NewsDay, each with an online edition. Recent headlines from these publications include the rewarding of former Chief Justice Malaba by Mnangagwa after his retirement, a hailed prison HIV program, and a glimpse into the Zimbabwe Industrial Hemp Trust. Other news covers agricultural innovation at the WIFE festival, foreign military attach茅s touring ARDA projects, and the ZSE's recent developments. Sports news features Zim A playing Bangladesh A and wins for Gladiators and Takashinga. Political tensions at grasslands plots have led to violent attacks and forced evictions. Premium content highlights National Foods' US$25 million investment in local milling, Mpilo beginning installation of a new cancer treatment machine, and the urgency of high-integrity carbon markets and local credit ratings for climate finance.
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Afreximbank's digital ecosystem has enabled a Zimbabwean firm to secure a landmark US$5.3 million fuel deal. This initiative aims to expand access to trade finance, allowing more businesses to participate in regional and international trade. The development highlights how digital platforms are streamlining trade processes and fostering greater economic engagement across borders.
Must ReadZimbabwe has commissioned a specialized honey testing laboratory to enhance its export competitiveness. This development comes as the country also focuses on El Ni帽o preparedness, with ARDA delivering 120,000MT. Other news includes a parliamentary committee recommending a commission of inquiry into the Hwange governance dispute, proposed new grain levies to address climate and food security risks, and Econet launching XtraData Bundles. ART operations have been affected by power outages and raw material shortages, leading to a decline in export and paper division volumes in the third quarter to June 2022.
Must ReadA US envoy has stated that the rule of law and policy certainty are crucial for attracting investment to Zimbabwe. This comes amidst various local developments, including Econet launching new data bundles, ARDA delivering 120,000 metric tons of produce as Zimbabwe prepares for El Ni帽o, and proposed new grain levies to address climate and food security risks. Other news includes political tensions leading to violence, power outages and raw material shortages affecting ART operations, and the commissioning of a specialized honey testing laboratory to boost export competitiveness.