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Industries rebel against prohibitive policy rate... as big lenders adopt a precautionary stance
Local News
 By Freeman Makopa | 15h ago
At the core of the impasse is the refusal by commercial banks to lend within the RBZ’s prescribed rate.

Zim’s trade deficit widens by 28%

 Zim’s trade deficit widens by 28%
Economist Trust Chikohora noted that the global economy was under significant pressure, particularly due to trade wars and policies emerging from the United States.
By Mthandazo Nyoni 15h ago
Zanu PF chef loses fortune in toned down water deal
Zanu PF chef loses fortune in toned down water deal
By Tinashe Kairiza and Julia Ndlela 16h ago
Explosive illicit financial flows scandal: SA firm pushes back
Explosive illicit financial flows scandal: SA firm pushes back
By Tinashe Kairiza and Julia Ndlela 20h ago

Brutal lending regime torches industry, as economists warn of deepening crisis
Local News
By Shame Makoshori | 20h ago

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Explosive illicit financial flows scandal: SA firm pushes back
Explosive illicit financial flows scandal: SA firm pushes back
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Latest Stories

Good hygiene, lifestyle changes essential to prevent pneumonia
By Cimas 15h ago
Good hygiene, lifestyle changes essential to prevent pneumonia
Spotlight put on music, art and diplomacy on EU Day
By Khumbulani Muleya 15h ago
Spotlight put on music, art and diplomacy on EU Day
Zim’s trade deficit widens by 28%
By Mthandazo Nyoni 15h ago
Zim’s trade deficit widens by 28%
Industries rebel against prohibitive policy rate... as big lenders adopt a precautionary stance
By Freeman Makopa 15h ago
Industries rebel against prohibitive policy rate... as big lenders adopt a precautionary stance

Local News

Zim’s trade deficit widens by 28%

Economist Trust Chikohora noted that the global economy was under significant pressure, particularly due to trade wars and policies emerging from the United States.
By Mthandazo Nyoni 15h ago
Zim’s trade deficit widens by 28%
Industries rebel against prohibitive policy rate... as big lenders adopt a precautionary stance
Industries rebel against prohibitive policy rate... as big lenders adopt a precautionary stance
By Freeman Makopa 15h ago
Zanu PF chef loses fortune in toned down water deal
Zanu PF chef loses fortune in toned down water deal
By Tinashe Kairiza and Julia Ndlela 16h ago
African govts escalate surveillance systems to consolidate power grip... Zim academics say Harare in top league of snooping jurisdictions
African govts escalate surveillance systems to consolidate power grip... Zim academics say Harare in top league of snooping jurisdictions
By Julia Ndlela and Tinashe Kairiza 20h ago
Guardians of green dollar — Zim’s great leap into carbon credit trading
Guardians of green dollar — Zim’s great leap into carbon credit trading
By Blessed Ndlovu 20h ago

Health

Over-use of antibiotics can result in drug resistant bacteria
Over-use of antibiotics can result in drug resistant bacteria
By Admin Apr. 14, 2023
Rest, good sleep contribute to better health, happiness
By Admin Feb. 17, 2023
Everyone eligible is encouraged to donate blood, help save lives
By The Independent Jun. 10, 2022

Business Digest

Shamva explores modular plan for US$200m project

By Mthandazo Nyoni 20h ago
AI no longer science fiction
AI no longer science fiction
By Naison Bangure 20h ago
WestProp declares US$2,4m dividend
WestProp declares US$2,4m dividend
By Tatira Zwinoira 20h ago
Performance management system: Seven critical CEO level questions
Performance management system: Seven critical CEO level questions
By Memory Nguwi 20h ago
Ins, outs of economic order quantity
Ins, outs of economic order quantity
By Charles Nyika 20h ago
Redwing investor seals US merger
By Tatira Zwinoira 20h ago

Editorial comments

Hope for lifting ban on OM, PPC chips
Hope for lifting ban on OM, PPC chips
By The Independent Aug. 26, 2022
Without planes, AirZim board won’t perform wonders
Without planes, AirZim board won’t perform wonders
By The Independent Aug. 5, 2022
Power crisis needs urgent attention
Power crisis needs urgent attention
By The Independent Jul. 29, 2022
Don’t print cash for projects
Don’t print cash for projects
By The Independent Jul. 22, 2022

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Technology

Exploring the vibrant world of sports betting in Ethiopia

While the allure of sports betting is undeniable, it's crucial to approach it with caution and responsibility.
By Theindependent Mar. 11, 2024
Exploring the vibrant world of sports betting in Ethiopia

Satewave churns out power solutions for Zim

Satewave Technologies director Xiao Feng said the company has several solar solutions to address the current power challenges.
By Staff Writer Aug. 15, 2023
Liquid Tech to increase tariffs by 50%
By Staff Writer Mar. 31, 2023
Jotter: Students develop an integrated learning app
By Staff Writer Mar. 17, 2023
Innovative crowd-investing app ‘PiggyBankAdvisor’ launched
By Staff Writer Mar. 17, 2023
Meta gives up on NFTs for Facebook and Instagram
By The Verge Mar. 15, 2023

Reasons To Buy Bitcoin From A Trading Platform

Another fundamental reason behind getting the coins from this particular space is that it provides
By Theindependent Mar. 2, 2023

Why do banks not want people to rely upon cryptocurrencies?

Cryptocurrency transaction volume is much less than the fiat currencies, leading to a lack of liquidity in the market.
By Theindependent Feb. 9, 2023

Sports

Gracing grand stage ... Zim’s historic England tour

Gracing grand stage ... Zim’s historic England tour
Zimbabwe was invited by the England and Wales Cricket Board for the tour after having last visited England in 2003.
By Kevin Mapasure 16h ago
Epic Zim Nomads Nationals 42 light up Bulawayo
By Golf Zone May. 9, 2025
Epic Zim Nomads Nationals 42 light up Bulawayo
Sanyatwe applauds Zim Open Wellness Fund
By Munyaradzi Madzokere and Linda Munyama May. 9, 2025
Sanyatwe applauds Zim Open Wellness Fund
SeedCo partners FBC Zim Open on 85th anniversary
By Linda Munyama May. 2, 2025
SeedCo partners FBC Zim Open on 85th anniversary
FBC Zim Open chases DP World Tour dream
By Munyaradzi Madzokere May. 2, 2025
FBC Zim Open chases DP World Tour dream
ZHL bask in FBC Zim Open association
ZHL bask in FBC Zim Open association
By Munyaradzi Madzokere May. 2, 2025
ZGA credits FBC Holdings for Zim Open success
ZGA credits FBC Holdings for Zim Open success
By Munyaradzi Madzokere May. 2, 2025
Sunshine Tour hails FBC Zim Open
Sunshine Tour hails FBC Zim Open
By Munyaradzi Madzokere May. 2, 2025

Lifestyle & Art

Good hygiene, lifestyle changes essential to prevent pneumonia
 Good hygiene, lifestyle changes essential to prevent pneumonia
By Cimas 15h ago
Spotlight put on music, art and diplomacy on EU Day
By Khumbulani Muleya 15h ago
Access to inhaled treatments for asthma reduces impact on patients
By Cimas May. 9, 2025
Courtney off to Miss World global contest
By Khumbulani Muleya May. 9, 2025

Local artists take to global stage

 Local artists take to global stage
Tomorrow, she performs at the International Art Day and Ethiopian Jazz Festival, held at the Ethiopian Academy of Sciences in Addis Ababa.
By Khumbulani Muleya May. 2, 2025
Ramushu shortlisted for Global Production Awards
Ramushu shortlisted for Global Production Awards
By Khumbulani Muleya Apr. 25, 2025
Early diagnosis, treatment of haemophilia important
Early diagnosis, treatment of haemophilia important
By Cimas Apr. 17, 2025

Environment

Zim to pay 100% of international hunting revenue to communities
 Zim to pay 100% of international hunting revenue to communities
By The Independent
Jun. 10, 2022
Herbicides: Bad news for local food security
By The Independent May. 27, 2022
Dumpsite: Gweru feels the heat
By The Independent May. 13, 2022
Zim to pay 100% of international hunting revenue to communities
By The Independent Jun. 10, 2022
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Videos

Ralph Mupita, President & CEO of MTN In Conversation with Trevor

By The NewsDay May. 14, 2025
Ralph Mupita, President & CEO of MTN In Conversation with Trevor
Kumbirayi Katsande, Retired Business Executive shares his recommendations
Kumbirayi Katsande, Retired Business Executive shares his recommendations
By The NewsDay May. 12, 2025
Coreen Madanha, Managing Director At Investiq Oak Wealth In Conversation With Trevor
Coreen Madanha, Managing Director At Investiq Oak Wealth In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay May. 12, 2025
Antelope Hospital decay troubles Matobo leaders
Antelope Hospital decay troubles Matobo leaders
By The NewsDay May. 5, 2025
Kirsty Coventry, minister of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation In Conversation With Trevor
Kirsty Coventry, minister of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Mar. 26, 2025
Dr. Ignatius Mabasa, storyteller, writer and academic In Conversation With Trevor
Dr. Ignatius Mabasa, storyteller, writer and academic In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Mar. 26, 2025
Senator David Coltart, Mayor Of Bulawayo In Conversation With Trevor #BulawayoSeries
Senator David Coltart, Mayor Of Bulawayo In Conversation With Trevor #BulawayoSeries
By The NewsDay Aug. 18, 2024

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Agriculture

Dock sheep tail to maintain weight

Dock sheep tail to maintain weight
The most common way of docking tails is by using an elastic and expandable latex ring. The rubber ring is expanded with an elastrator and put over the tail, where it is released.
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi Mar. 22, 2024
Asparagus worth your while (II)
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Why it makes sense to farm meat goats
Why it makes sense to farm meat goats
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How to start a fish farming business
How to start a fish farming business
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Climate change is real, be alert
Climate change is real, be alert
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Opinion & Analysis

Revamping education for economic growth — Zimbabwean perspective
Revamping education for economic growth — Zimbabwean perspective
By Justice Chengeta Jr | 20h ago
The Afrikaner ‘refugees’
The Afrikaner ‘refugees’
By Gwynne Dyer | 20h ago
Reclaiming dignity of work: Lessons from Roman Catholic social teaching
Reclaiming dignity of work: Lessons from Roman Catholic social teaching
By Antony Jongwe | 20h ago
Threat to industrialisation
Threat to industrialisation
By Shame Makoshori | 20h ago
Latest Isuzu MU-X range now available in Zim
Latest Isuzu MU-X range now available in Zim
By Andrew Muzamhindo | 20h ago

The Standard

MOTHERS’DAY: Motherhood and peer education roles help Melissa Sibanda to reshape her life

Sibanda had to be in the community from 9AM in the morning until 3PM, thereafter, she would go to the MSF office and spend another hour doing data entry.
By Own Correspondent May. 11, 2025
MOTHERS’DAY: Motherhood and peer education roles help Melissa Sibanda to reshape her life
Premium

Revealed: Tshabangu plot to help Mnangagwa 2030 bid

Tshabangu’s camp wants the two processes avoided, and has reached out to Zanu PF to cobble up a unity government with his CCC party and then suspend elections altogether.
By Miriam Mangwaya May. 11, 2025
Zimbabweans rush into property as haven against volatile economy
By Ray Ndlovu May. 11, 2025
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The case of Blessed Mhlanga: Pre-trial detentions now Mnangagwa govt’s new weapon of choice
By Miriam Mangwaya May. 11, 2025
Trainer Mason takes Castle Tankard
By Michael Kariati May. 11, 2025
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Zimbabwe in massive gold mop up
By Ashton Ndakusiya May. 11, 2025

Southern Eye

Complainant withdraws charges against Gweru miner

Van Gopal said he only reported that there were people who were illegally resettled at his farm.
By Stephen Chadenga 20h ago
Complainant withdraws charges against Gweru miner

Ntabazinduna garden project boosts food security

VBU chairperson Nkululeko Mhlanga said the horticultural venture had created jobs for more than 50 locals and was helping families to become self-reliant.
By Staff Reporter 20h ago
BCC to penalise litterbugs
By Patricia Sibanda 20h ago
Surge in daylight robberies in Bulawayo
By Mkhulisi Ndlovu May. 15, 2025
Hwange villagers climb mountains to make phone calls
By Nizbert Moyo May. 15, 2025
Minister assault: CCC activists’ case dismissed
By Stephen Chadenga May. 15, 2025

NewsDay

Ncube urges pension funds to tackle unclaimed benefits, diversify investments

Ncube urges pension funds to tackle unclaimed benefits, diversify investments
These include the rise in unclaimed benefits, which have gone up by 62,19%, reaching an amount of ZiG66,6 billion by December 2024. 
By Mthandazo Nyoni 7h ago
Eagle REIT listing on VFEX a critical leap: Ncube
By Mthandazo Nyoni 7h ago
Eagle REIT listing on VFEX a critical leap: Ncube
Sadc PF head calls for economic self-reliance amid rising tariffs
By Moses Magadza 10h ago
Sadc PF head calls for economic self-reliance amid rising tariffs
China-aided agricultural demonstration village launched in Shamva
By Newsday 11h ago
China-aided agricultural demonstration village launched in Shamva
Lesotho’s Trade minister urges rethink of global trade amid tariffs crisis
By Moses Magadza 16h ago
Lesotho’s Trade minister urges rethink of global trade amid tariffs crisis
Imbumbe genre celebrates cultural diversity, say Black Umfolosi
Imbumbe genre celebrates cultural diversity, say Black Umfolosi
By Bongile Moyo 20h ago
Kaindu unfazed by Kariba record
Kaindu unfazed by Kariba record
By Fortune Mbele 20h ago
College of Music warms up fans with free winter concert
College of Music warms up fans with free winter concert
By Life & Style Reporter 20h ago

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