As the nation marks the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has reiterated his administration’s commitment to creating a just society free from all forms of GBV.
Information Minister underscores media’s role in national developmentThe Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Dr Jenfan Muswere, has emphasised the critical role of the media in informing citizens, expanding markets, attracting foreign direct investment, identifying domestic opportunities and catalysing the transformation of national value chains.
The annual Pre-Budget Seminar focuses on key fiscal, economic, and development issues that cut across all sectors of the economy. It forms a vital part of Zimbabwe’s fiscal planning architecture, ensuring that citizens’ voices are incorporated into national priorities and resource allocation.
Archbishop Paul Mwazha, leader of the African Apostolic Church VaApostora veAfrica, has died at the age of 107. His grandson, Sabastian Mwazha, confirmed that the church leader passed away peacefully in his sleep early this morning.
Zimbabwe’s rough diamonds are primarily sold at the world’s fastest-growing trading hub, the Dubai Diamond Exchange in the United Arab Emirates. ZBC reporter Owen Mandovha, who is attending the Kimberley Process Plenary Meetings in Dubai, visited one of the major diamond auctioneers to gain insight into how Zimbabwean gems are marketed and sold, with Indian buyers making up the bulk of the clientele.
Government is accelerating efforts to modernise health infrastructure, with Mpilo Central Hospital in Bulawayo currently undergoing significant renovation works. Built in 1958, the hospital is being refurbished in two critical sections, restoring capacity and paving the way for upgraded medical equipment to improve service delivery.
Zimbabwe’s Miss Universe 2025 representative, Lyshanda Moyas, is currently showcasing her Baobab-inspired national costume, a powerful display of heritage and symbolism. Drawing inspiration from the iconic Baobab tree, an ancestral symbol of strength, endurance and memory, the costume stands as a living story of identity, resilience and spiritual connection. Crafted from baobab fibre and naturally dyed in rich flame tones, it honours Zimbabwe’s cultural roots while celebrating the fire that burns within its people.
Zimbabwe’s creative sector is embracing the rise of artificial intelligence, marked by the introduction of the country’s first AI-generated female artist, Anesu Ibwe. The trailblazing digital musician represents a fusion of advanced technology and Zimbabwean cultural identity, blending traditional sounds with contemporary innovation.
In a remarkable triumph for Zimbabwe’s health sector, Mpilo Central Hospital surgeons have removed a 50kg ovarian tumour in a life-saving operation, restoring hope for a 32-year-old woman.
Speaking at the inaugural Zimbabwe–Zambia Bi-National Commission, President Emmerson Mnangagwa highlighted that the people of Zimbabwe and Zambia share a rich history and have much in common.
Addressing the media after a familiarisation tour of the Museum of African Liberation in Harare, President Hakainde Hichilema expressed gratitude to Zimbabwe for the initiative. He said the Heritage and Museum concept is vital, as it helps preserve significant developments that shape a country's shared history.
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has called for the removal of illegal sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe, stating that the restrictive measures continue to hinder the country’s economic progress and regional development.
President Hakainde Hichilema says Zimbabwe and Zambia must deepen their long-standing ties by strengthening people-to-people relations, noting that true regional cooperation begins at family and community level.
Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema has arrived in Harare for the inaugural Zimbabwe-Zambia Bi-National Commission (BNC). President Hichilema and President Emmerson Mnangagwa will co-chair the BNC, which seeks to deepen and broaden cooperation across various sectors of the economy.
Nigerian billionaire, Aliko Dangote, has pledged multi-million-dollar investments in Zimbabwe, targeting major projects in cement production, power generation, and a regional fuel pipeline., power, and a regional fuel pipeline.
ZIMBABWE has achieved a major milestone on the global film stage, with the short film ‘Rise’ qualifying for consideration at the 2026 Academy Awards, marking the first time a Zimbabwean production will be in the running for an Oscar.
The Government of Zimbabwe has signed a multi-sectoral global investment agreement with Dangote Global, paving the way for significant investment in key sectors of the economy.
Under the agreement, the Nigerian conglomerate is set to invest in cement production, a fuel pipeline, fertiliser manufacturing, and other strategic areas aimed at boosting industrialisation and job creation.
“We must promote the return of our cultural heritage that was stolen from us during the colonial period," Zimbabwe’s Ambassador to UNESCO, and the country’s Ambassador to France, Spain, Portugal, the Vatican, and UN Tourism, Dr Sekai Nzenza said.
'Our thrust as Zimbabwe is that the remains of our forefathers and other artifacts that were taken and are scattered across the world be returned," Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture, Mr Nicholas Moyo said.
Africa’s future lies in its youth. APRM CEO Ambassador Marie-Antoinette Rose-Quatre has urged governments to harness the creativity and energy of Generation Z to drive inclusive governance and sustainable development.
Zimbabwe has cut its dairy import bill by more than 20 percent, buoyed by a significant rise in local milk production from 80 million litres last year to 90 million litres this year. Zimbabwe Dairy Industry Trust Chairperson, Mr Themba Mutsvairo, spoke to ZBC News.
Former South African Minister of Home Affairs and, African Union Commission Chairperson, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma, has called for an end to ill-treatment of Africans by fellow African nationals.
AS Zimbabwe continues to invest in infrastructure to drive rural development and strengthen food security, the Semwa Dam in Rushinga stands out not just for its scale but for the remarkable craftsmanship that defines its construction.
The revival of David Whitehead Textiles has breathed new life into Zimbabwe’s cotton-to-clothing value chain, with fresh investment of over US$34 million positioning the company as a key driver of industrial growth and job creation.
THE construction of Vungu Dam in Silobela is approaching the halfway mark, raising optimism over its potential to boost food and water security in the district.
The Government has scrapped eleven licence requirements and consolidated fragmented local authority permits into a single, unitary licence as part of broader reforms to enhance the ease of doing business, Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion Minister Professor Mthuli Ncube announced last week.
Acting Chief Executive Officer Mr Innocent Marimo helps us to unpack this issue.
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has urged the global community to reform financial and trade systems to promote fairness, inclusion, and sustainable development.
Strong gold production coupled with rising international bullion prices is poised to bolster Zimbabwe’s economic stability, with economic analysts projecting a further decline in inflation by year-end.
