The Herald (Zimbabwe)
New era in Zim-Ghana ties
THE signing of 10 Memoranda of Understanding between Zimbabwe and Ghana heralds the beginning of a new era in the two countries’ relations, anchored on economic cooperation and partnerships, reflecting their shared determination to improve the lives...
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Zimbabwe, Ghana to forge prosperity pact
ZIMBABWE and Ghana are moving beyond their shared history — shaped during the struggle for independence — towards a future of economic prosperity, driven by present collaborations across various economic sectors, President Mnangagwa has said. The...
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President begins historic Ghana visit
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa is scheduled to make a historic State visit to Ghana today, an important milestone in Zimbabwe–Ghana relations and the wider Pan-African spirit, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Professor Amon Murwira has said. The...
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Huge backing for Amendment No. 3 Bill
THOUSANDS of Zimbabweans attended the first day of public hearings on Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3, with many expressing support for proposed changes, including presidential term extensions. Those that attended across various provinces...
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New notes to strengthen ZiG gains: Experts
THE new series of ZiG notes, which start circulating next Tuesday, will consolidate gains by the local currency and enhance its competitiveness against major currencies. Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe Governor Dr John Mushayavanhu recently announced in his...
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Govt pay rise a done deal
CIVIL servants and pensioners will benefit from a salary increment starting next month under a new remuneration framework, Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare Minister Edgar Moyo, has said. The adjustment, effective April 1, follows a...
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Middle East crisis: President opens up
DIALOGUE, diplomacy and multilateral cooperation remain a sustainable solution to achieve global peace and stability on any geopolitical conflict, President Mnangagwa has said. The President, who is also Zanu PF First Secretary, said his...
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Govt to cut fuel taxes
CABINET has approved plans to cut selected, time-bound fuel taxes to ease inflationary pressures and protect consumers amid fuel supply disruptions linked to the war in the Middle East. It is also weighing raising ethanol blending in petrol from E5 to...
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‘We’ve bolstered defences against war shocks’
GOVERNMENT is implementing measures to shield Zimbabwe from global economic disruptions caused by war in the Middle East, while remaining open to complementary engagement as it drives structural transformation, especially in mining, where value...
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Towards energy self-sufficiency
THE Government is facilitating the fast-tracking of the Muzarabani Oil and Gas project, designating it a critical pillar for national energy security and import substitution amid volatile global markets and Middle East conflicts. The Deputy Minister...
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‘Home-grown solutions build resilience’
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has emphasised the urgent need to develop homegrown solutions to public health challenges across Africa, saying these are critical in safeguarding lives and enhancing livelihoods for ordinary citizens. He made the remarks in...
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‘Take a leaf from Geo Pomona’
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has urged local authorities to adopt Geo Pomona Waste Management’s pioneering model, saying the company’s scope and pace of development offer a blueprint for improving service delivery and community outcomes. In his remarks at a...
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Zim takes UNSC bid to the Caribbean
FOREIGN Affairs and International Trade Minister Professor Amon Murwira, serving as President Mnangagwa’s Special Envoy, is conducting high-level diplomatic engagements across the Caribbean to solicit support for Zimbabwe’s bid for a seat on the United...
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Zim has enough forex
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Foreign currency reserves: Zimbabwe has approximately US$16bn in foreign currency receipts, guaranteeing availability of foreign exchange. ZiG payment for public sector suppliers: Govt will pay public sector suppliers exclusively in...
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We all have duty to deliver, says President
THE signing of performance contracts by Government ministries, departments and agencies represents a binding obligation to deliver impactful services to ordinary Zimbabweans through accountable, excellent and results-oriented leadership, President...
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Aquaculture value could reach US$2,37bn by 2030
ZIMBABWE has the potential to double its aquaculture industry production to US$2,37 billion by 2030, if it boosts the sector’s capacity and strengthens blue economy value chains. The sector, initially earmarked as a US$1 billion agricultural division,...
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Zim takes digital leap
CONCERTED investment in the Information Communication Technology sector is bearing fruit, guaranteeing connectivity for a data and knowledge future, President Mnangagwa has said. The country, he said, continues to register progress with regard to...
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‘Investing in relevant education drives growth’
EDUCATION that drives homegrown solutions remains the cornerstone of Zimbabwe’s ongoing national development agenda, President Mnangagwa has said. In his remarks at the ED-UNZA fundraising dinner in Harare yesterday, the President said it was in this...
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PRESIDENT DELIVERS
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa continues to walk the talk in his drive to modernise public health institutions, with Government distributing 63 AutoQuant laboratory machines to district hospitals across the country to enhance access to healthcare in rural...
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Zim goes for broke
ZIMBABWE is targeting to produce at least 662 000 tonnes of winter wheat this season — the highest output in history — as the country moves to ensure self-sufficiency and build strategic grain reserves. This comes as Cabinet yesterday approved the...
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RBZ tightens screws on mobile money
Integration of databases The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe will integrate mobile money records with the Civil Registry Department database to improve identity verification and reduce fraud. Biometric and national ID verification Mobile money accounts...
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Zimbabwe deepens diplomatic dialogue
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa met diplomats accredited to Zimbabwe last week, continuing a tradition that analysts say reflects the institutionalisation of the Second Republic’s foreign policy posture centred on openness, dialogue and predictability in...
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‘Economic gains must not breed complacency’
ZIMBABWEANS must not become complacent over the country’s recent economic gains, but should instead use the progress recorded across key sectors as motivation to work harder towards building a modern and industrialised country, President Mnangagwa has...
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‘Partnerships must be mutual’
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Zimbabwe open for business President Mnangagwa invited global investors to partner with Zimbabwe through fair and transparent investment. Diaspora driving development Zimbabweans abroad are contributing to national growth through...
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New dawn for local football
SPORTING disciplines like football possess the power to unite diverse peoples, fostering cohesion and a profound sense of belonging for communities, fans and players alike, President Mnangagwa has said. In his address at the launch of the ZIFA US$25...
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MINERAL ORE EXPORT BAN TO CURB PLUNDER
THE export of mineral ores was banned with immediate effect to prevent the plunder of the country’s natural resources, following unprecedented and unacceptable extraction of raw lithium ore as well as massive exports and stockpiling ahead of the 2027...
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Nation celebrates Women’s Day
ZIMBABWE will commemorate International Women’s Day tomorrow at Chipadze High School in Bindura, Mashonaland Central. Globally, the day will be marked on March 8. Addressing a Press conference in Harare yesterday, Women Affairs, Community, Small and...
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4 000 houses for civil servants
HUNDREDS of civil servants under the Accelerated Presidential Housing Scheme are settling into new homes at Emthunzini and Rangemore on the outskirts of Bulawayo as the flagship housing project nears completion, with works now almost 90 percent...
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Duty comes first: President
MILITARY service will always come first over one’s personal interests, because a soldier must be ready to defend the country’s territorial integrity and hard-won independence, President Mnangagwa has said. The President, who is the Commander-in-Chief...
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2 500 jobs in US$260m Varun deal
VARUN Beverages Ltd has invested more than US$260 million in new beer and snacks manufacturing plants, set to be officially opened by President Mnangagwa in the coming months, as the company expands its food and beverage portfolio in Zimbabwe. The...
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Patriotism, loyalty key: President
ZIMBABWE has clear prospects for accelerated economic development this year, requiring everyone to play his or her part in order to attain Vision 2030, President Mnangagwa has said. Addressing the 390th Politburo meeting in Harare yesterday, President...
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Another tourism milestone beckons
ZIMBABWE is poised to host three high-level United Nations tourism meetings from April 27 to May 1, underscoring confidence in the country’s political and diplomatic standing in global tourism governance, Information, Publicity and Broadcasting...
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Govt to power all schools, clinics
THE Government has set a target to electrify all schools and clinics across the country by the end of this year, a move that will bolster ongoing efforts to transform both the education and health sectors under the Second Republic. This was announced...
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Keep values of forebears alive: President
THE lasting values and principles championed by the country’s forebears during the protracted liberation struggle remain alive and must be sustained by the country’s youths, President Mnangagwa has said. In his address to more than 30 000 youths...
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‘Let’s make our products visible’
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has urged exporters to ensure their goods carry the “Made in Zimbabwe” insignia in all markets to enhance the visibility of the national brand globally and consolidate its footprint in regional and international trade. Addressing...
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Adopt latest policing practices: President
POLICE must embrace digital technology and mainstream adoption of advanced policing practices to combat increasingly sophisticated criminal activities across the country, President Mnangagwa has said. He made the remarks at the pass-out parade of...
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Cabinet okays US$4.5m health kitty
KEY HIGHLIGHTS Government approves US$4.5 million contingency fund to boost preparedness for seasonal disease outbreaks such as cholera and typhoid. Funds will support procurement of essential medical supplies (water purification tablets, IV...
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Constitutional Amendment No.3 Bill gazetted
GOVERNMENT yesterday gazetted Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill of 2026, kickstarting a 90-day public consultation period which will culminate in Parliament deliberating on the proposed draft law and its passage into law. The Bill proposes a...
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President calls Africa to action
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has enjoined African leaders to aggressively invest in water and irrigation infrastructure to insulate the continent’s agriculture from increasingly unpredictable weather patterns. Speaking before his departure from the 39th...
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President hails AU, SADC on sanctions solidarity
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has applauded the Southern African Development Community and other African countries for their solidarity and relentless calls for the unconditional removal of illegal sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by Western nations. The support,...
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AU SUMMIT
ZIMBABWE will advance continental economic integration and sharpen its bid to represent Africa in the United Nations Security Council at the African Union Summit starting here tomorrow, Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Professor Amon...
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BUILDING A BETTER ZIM President’s call for action
ZANU PF must implement resolutions designed to uplift the lives of citizens while planning for prosperity beyond electoral timelines, the revolutionary party’s President and First Secretary Cde Mnangagwa has said. He made the remarks while addressing...
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SWIFT ACTION REQUIRED
GOVERNMENT must finalise the review of licences, permits, levies and fees during the first quarter of this year to continue improving the ease of doing business, President Mnangagwa has said. In his remarks at the first Cabinet sitting of the year at...
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PROVINCES SURGE
THE country’s provinces registered notable economic growth and visible infrastructure transformation during the implementation of National Development Strategy 1 between 2021 and 2025, with mining and agriculture emerging as the dominant drivers of...
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GLOBAL TRENDS ALIGNMENT
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has challenged the country to recalibrate its national interest in response to dynamic global circumstances and evolving international economic relations. In his address at the strategic seminar for ZANU PF Central Committee...
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UNITY OF PURPOSE :
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa, who is also the Zanu PF First Secretary, has called for stronger synergies between party policies and Government activities to ensure that national objectives under Vision 2030 are realised. Speaking yesterday while delivering the...
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FRIEND-TO-ALL
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa’s participation at the World Governments Summit in Dubai has placed Zimbabwe firmly on the global stage, showcasing the country’s foreign policy, economic priorities and sovereign positioning within the comity of nations. The...
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OUTCOMES OVER ALLIANCES
ZIMBABWE is open to forging economic ties with any nation and conducts its international relations guided by what delivers the best outcomes for its people, President Mnangagwa has said. With renewed investment interest in Zimbabwe and a peak in...
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POWERING PROGRESS
A GLOBAL renewable energy giant has expressed interest in investing in Zimbabwe’s electricity sector, a move that could reduce the country’s power costs, improve industrial competitiveness and lower the cost of doing business. The country’s rising...
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SHAPING THE FUTURE
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa today joins 40 fellow global leaders for high-level engagements at the World Governments Summit as nations seek future-ready strategies amid rapid technological changes and shifting geopolitical dynamics. Running under the theme...
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Firming gold prices boon for economy: RBZ
THE economy is set to benefit from rising gold export earnings and higher reserve accumulation following the current drop in value of the United States dollar against major currencies, Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe Governor Dr John Mushayavanhu has...
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‘MUTAPA ACCOUNTABLE TO PARLY, NOT LAW UNTO ITSELF’
MUTAPA Investment Fund chief executive officer Dr John Mangudya has said the fund’s commitment to transparency and accountability is firmly entrenched in national laws, dismissing “myths” that the entity was designed as a vehicle for looting public...
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Soaring gold prices, USD devaluation wave boon for Zim economy PRESIDENT TO LEAD NATIONAL CELL DAY
THE current devaluation wave of the US dollar, coupled with record-high gold prices, serve as powerful economic drivers for commodity-dependent developing nations like Zimbabwe, analysts have said. They have noted that this trend will not only enhance...
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UBUNTU IN ACTION!
ACTING President Dr Kembo Mohadi has called for the reaffirmation of regional nations’ commitment to strengthening regional disaster preparedness and for collective advocacy for greater international support, saying disasters do not know borders. He...
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GOVT PROBES ILLICIT MINERAL ORE EXPORTS
DISCOVERY IN MOZAMBIQUE: A team found stockpiles of Zimbabwean mineral ores in Mozambique, leading to engagement with Mozambican authorities. GOVERNMENT’S STANCE: Government reiterates its policy on mining and export of raw minerals, emphasising value...
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Record gold rally sustains ZiG stability
GOLD prices yesterday reached a record high of US$5 000 an ounce, extending a historic rally as investors piled into the safe-haven asset amid rising geopolitical uncertainties. The price of the yellow metal was up 2,2 percent at 089 per ounce by...
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DIGITALISED BORDER SYSTEMS PAY OFF
THE US$300 million upgrading of the Beitbridge Border Post under the leadership of President Mnangagwa continues to enhance the smooth flow of people in and out of the country through the use of automated gates, which aided the Department of...
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Govt seals €20m deal to restore Lake Chivero
GOVERNMENT has secured about €20 million (US$23 million) to fund a major ecological restoration programme for Lake Chivero, in an intervention aimed at reversing decades of pollution and environmental degradation at Harare’s primary water source. Lake...
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PRESIDENT INTERVENES IN FLOODS RELIEF
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday temporarily broke his annual leave to lead a high-level coordination of Zimbabwe’s response to domestic and sub-regional rainfall-induced disasters that have hit parts of the country, Mozambique and Malawi. In this...
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GAME CHANGER FOR COMMUNITIES
MORE than ZiG14 billion (US$518 million) will be disbursed to local authorities this year under the devolution and decentralisation programme, bringing national spending on devolution to 4.83 percent of total Government revenue. The development moves...
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CYCLONE READY
GOVERNMENT has released emergency funds to districts across the country to strengthen preparedness and responses ahead of expected flooding in some areas during the peak cyclone season. The country is expected to continue experiencing heavy rainfall...
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OATH OF HONOUR, LOYALTY
COVENANT bonds must be honoured and treated with utmost seriousness as they represent the highest form of commitment and trust, President Mnangagwa has said. Speaking in a recent interview with the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC), the...
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‘MY DECADE IN JAIL’
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has recounted his harrowing 10 years of imprisonment, beginning at age 18 in 1965, for his sabotage activities against the oppressive Rhodesian regime. He offered a poignant reflection on resilience and the fight for the country’s...
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DOWN MEMORY LANE
ZIMBABWE’S landmark Independence celebrations on April 18, 1980, nearly failed to take place after Rhodesian forces plotted to sabotage the event, President Mnangagwa has said. He said the Rhodesians were thwarted through an intelligence network that...
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‘I HOLD NO GRUDGES’
POLITICAL differences should never foreclose dialogue and reconciliation as Zimbabwe’s political history demonstrates that constructive engagement, rather than division, is essential to national stability and progress, President Mnangagwa has said. In...
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US$140m kitty for hospitals upgrade
GOVERNMENT has earmarked ZiG3,9 billion (about US$140 million) this year for the rehabilitation, upgrade and construction of health facilities countrywide, marking one of the largest single-year investments in public health infrastructure. The massive...
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Urban renewal tops agenda
A COMPREHENSIVE urban policy will be developed and implemented by Government during the next five years under National Development Strategy 2 (NDS 2) to transform Zimbabwe’s cities into inclusive, safe, resilient and sustainable human settlements. The...
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No more joyrides!
THE Government has moved to cut the procurement of luxury vehicles and reduce excessive foreign travel by public officials under new sweeping cost-containment measures aimed at easing pressure on the National Budget and redirecting resources towards...
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Political finance disbursements: Zanu PF to get lion’s share
ZANU is expected to get the lion’s share of ZiG 162 million Treasury allocated in the 2026 national budget under the Political Parties Finance Act after the revolutionary party asserted its dominance in the 2023 general elections. According to the...
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Boost for rural digital literacy
FROM next week ICT devices start being distributed to disadvantaged rural schools, beginning with Manicaland, before moving to Matabeleland South, as part of efforts to promote blended teaching and learning, Primary and Secondary Education Minister...
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TONIC FOR PRODUCTION
THE Government has committed to clearing all outstanding arrears owed to farmers by the Grain Marketing Board and will ensure future payments are made within one month of delivery, as part of a new economic blueprint launched recently. This pledge is...
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A sacred exodus to prosperity
ZIMBABWE is moving towards a promised future where the general citizenry is empowered, worship is free, dignity is a birthright and economic freedom is a lived reality, President Mnangagwa has said. In his address at the Celestial Chorus 3 Soiree held...
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. . . closes 2025 on a high
AS the curtain fell on 2025 last night, the administration of President Mnangagwa had delivered on a raft of key signature projects, setting a foundation of high hopes for the successful implementation of the second economic blueprint, the National...
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Self-reliance by design
THE National Pharmaceutical Company says it is ready to venture into pharmaceutical manufacturing after recording major gains in stabilising the country’s medicines supply chain in 2025, a shift expected to strengthen national self-reliance and reduce...
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ZimSat-3 heralds tech-driven economy
ZIMBABWE is preparing to launch into orbit its third satellite, ZimSat-3, a development expected to strengthen the country’s capacity to use space-based technology for environmental management and national development. Under National Development...
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