Zimbabwe's national dam levels surge to 93.4% with 98 reservoirs at full capacity
via NewsDay Zimbabwe1 hour ago1 min read
Zimbabwe's national dam levels have significantly increased, reaching 93.4% of capacity, with 98 reservoirs now completely full. This surge follows the March 2026 rains, which have also contributed to the revival of some crop conditions across the country. In other news, tobacco exports have risen by 62% due to strong global demand, and Stanbic Bank is connecting Zimbabwean farmers with Chinese buyers to boost exports. Meanwhile, Econet has launched a dedicated AI unit to drive digital transformation, and Drone Solutions has introduced a life-saving delivery network in Zimbabwe, with plans for regional expansion. However, Harare City Council is owed ZiG4 billion by industry, with Councillor Mafume warning that unpaid arrears could hinder service delivery and infrastructure rehabilitation plans for the 2026 budget. Political tensions over grasslands plots have led to violent attacks and forced evictions, and three individuals have been arrested in South Africa for an alleged cross-border smuggling operation involving Zimbabwe.
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