Zim’s export engine fires as trade surplus hits US$240m in December
ZIMBABWE recorded a US$240,2 million trade surplus in December 2025, representing a 163,8% increase from November as the economy exported more than it imported,
By Ruth Maseko and Concilia Mupezeni
13h ago
Editor’s Memo: Surpluses — Zim must make it stick
Zimbabwe has recorded only four month-on-month trade surpluses since November 2020, according to Equity Axis’ analysis.
By Shame Makoshori
Jan. 16, 2026
Zim records US$90m trade surplus in Nov 2025
The United Arab Emirates accounted for 44,4% of Zimbabwe’s exports, followed by South Africa at 21,8% and China at 21,2%.
By Obert Siamilandu
Jan. 16, 2026
Zim launches major household survey to shape national policy
The Fourth Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey, which commenced fieldwork in October, targets nearly 11 000 households.
By Problem Masau
Dec. 9, 2025
Zimstat rolls out new data-driven governance systems
He said governance data has become an essential tool for both government and civil society as they design responses to social and economic inequalities.
By Musavengana Chirau
Nov. 28, 2025
3Q25 Gold price surge: The key facts
Gold, often revered as the quintessential “yellow metal”, is currently experiencing one of its most remarkable performance years on record.
By Zvikomborero Sibanda
Oct. 24, 2025
Outdated law cripples Zimbabwe’s statistical capacity
They must produce information that drives inclusive development, enhances transparency and empowers citizens to participate meaningfully in national decision-making.
By Musavengana Chirau
Oct. 24, 2025
Outdated laws hinder delivery of statistics: ZimStat.
THE Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) has flagged the country’s outdated laws and digital divide as hindrances to the delivery of comprehensive and high-quality statistics.
By Lisa Bangomwe and Shalom Manjerere
Oct. 22, 2025
Outdated laws hinder delivery of statistics: ZimStat
THE Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) has flagged the country’s outdated laws and digital divide as hindrances to the delivery of comprehensive and high-quality statistics.
Flash floods ravage Binga South’s Tinde ward
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By Nokuxola Mbangeni and Berita Kafesu
Jan. 26, 2026
