Zimpapers CEO Deketeke speaks on Zamps report
Herald Reporter Despite the headwinds confronting the media business due to digital migration, the latest Zamps survey results show that Zimpapers newspapers, radio stations and television channel are...
View ArticleChina’s economy rises 5,3pc in the first quarter
The world’s second-largest economy grew 5,3 percent in the first quarter of this year from a year ago, according to the National Bureau of Statistics — beating the 4,8 percent growth analysts polled by...
View ArticleOPEC eyes Namibia for possible membership
The OPEC+ oil producers coalition, having seen departures like Angola in recent times, is considering Namibia for potential membership. This move comes as Namibia gears up to potentially become...
View ArticleNo more business as usual – RBZ chief
Business Reporter Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Governor Dr John Mushayavanhu has announced a significant shift in the central bank’s approach towards rebuilding confidence in the bank’s policies,...
View ArticleNatFoods seeks to empower rural youths
Business Reporter Zimbabwe’s largest food manufacturer, National Foods (NatFoods), has invested US$30 000 into an egg layer project through its stockfeeds division, as part of efforts to empower rural...
View ArticleGovt infrastructure investments help swell Masimba revenues
Tapiwanashe Mangwiro and Francis Gakanje Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE) listed construction firm — Masimba Holdings has applauded the Government’s infrastructure development drive, after the group’s...
View ArticleIMF ready to work with Zimbabwe
Africa Moyo Deputy News Editor International Monetary Fund (IMF) managing director Ms Kristalina Georgieva yesterday said they remain committed to working with Zimbabwe to ensure economic stability and...
View ArticleKenya’s shilling gaining value, but don’t expect it to last, expert says
Shortly after Kenya’s 2022 elections, the shilling depreciated rapidly against the US dollar – the country’s main currency for international transactions – fuelling a wave of political discontent...
View ArticleChallenges in disputes over valuation of shares
Godknows Hofisi Introduction I have written several articles on the valuation of businesses or shares or on disputes involving the same. In this article I give some insights on some challenges that may...
View ArticlePreventative measures to curtail veld fires needed urgently
Sheuneni Kurasha Farmer’s Diary The spectre of veld fires looms large in the country, especially in the face of severe drought this year. The fires often started accidentally or through negligence,...
View ArticleSeminar to empower entrepreneurs
Business Reporter BUSINESS mentor and motivational speaker, Mr Venon Chamba will on May 4, 2024, convene a seminar aimed at bolstering entrepreneurs’ attitudes when operating in a tough economic...
View ArticleDinson targets US$4,3bn revenue in final phase
Enacy Mapakame Dinson Iron and Steel Company (DISCO), a subsidiary of Chinese steel giant Tsingshan Holdings Group, is targeting net annual revenue of US$4,25 billion in the fourth and final phase of...
View ArticleCIIE expo to unlock opportunities in China
Business Reporter ZIMBABWEAN companies should take advantage of the 2024 edition of the China International Import Expo (CIIE) to unlock more export opportunities in the Chinese market. This was...
View ArticleIMF projects Zim economy to grow 3,2pc
Tapiwanashe Mangwiro Senior Business Reporter The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected Zimbabwe’s economy to register 3,2 percent growth in 2024, reflecting the negative impact of drought...
View ArticleHow SA’s middle class lost their wealth over a decade
The chatter around braais and dinner tables these days is being dominated by the vast destruction of middle-class wealth due to the steady collapse of the residential property market. Typically, these...
View ArticleSAZ calls for quality, professionalism
Business Reporter The Standards Association of Zimbabwe (SAZ) has called for professionalism among local businesses so they can operate sustainably and compete at the international level. Speaking at...
View ArticleNBA warns against illegal GMO maize imports
Francis Gakanje The National Biotechnology Authority (NBA) has warned locals against unlawful importation and handling of genetically modified (GMO) grain as the country seeks to alleviate the problems...
View ArticleZimTrade eyes Angolan market
Business Reporter National trade development and promotion agency, ZimTrade, is organising an outward seller mission to Angola designed to enhance linkages between local exporters and leading buyers in...
View ArticleSibanye cuts more jobs after shaft shut down
South Africa’s Sibanye Stillwater will close its 4 Belt shaft at Marikana and shed 855 jobs after failing to return it to profitability due to low platinum group metal (PGM) prices, the company said on...
View ArticleSports tourism a low hanging fruit for Zim
Enacy Mapakame The upcoming Zim-Open Golf Tournament is an opportunity for the country to tap into the vast and multi-billion-dollar sports tourism sector, helping to enhance the growth of the local...
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