Basic goods prices set to keep rising amid fuel hikes

According to the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency, the monthly ZiG, US dollar and blended headline inflation increased by 0,4% from February to March.
By Business Reporter Apr. 9, 2026

Food shortages hit crisis point as household costs shoot up

“Surplus-producing areas remain stressed (IPC Phase 2), with households minimally meeting their food needs but struggling to meet their non-food needs,” the report said.
By Staff Writer Apr. 2, 2026

Fuel price hike worsens food crisis for vulnerable Zimbos

Fews Net warned that without sustained improvements, many families will continue to struggle to meet both their food and non-food needs in the months ahead.
By Lesley Kufandada Apr. 2, 2026

Zim braces for heavy rains, flooding

ZIMBABWE is set to experience heavy rains in the coming days, raising the risk of flooding in parts of the country
By Lesley Kufandada Mar. 13, 2026

Household income lags despite macro calm

ZIMBABWEAN incomes from most typical livelihood sources continue to remain below average
By Tatira Zwinoira Mar. 4, 2026

Rains boost crop prospects as FEWS NET flags food insecurity risks

THE Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET) has reported above-average rainfall received across Zimbabwe, resulting in significantly improved crop conditions and planted area.
By Farming Reporter Feb. 12, 2026

Zimbabwe walking into hunger with its eyes open

This warning must be acted upon, not merely acknowledged. 
By Newsday Dec. 30, 2025

Zim faces favourable consecutive rainy season

They said income from ongoing crop sales was relatively low due to below-normal market demand, as many rural households were primarily consuming own-produced food.
By Staff Reporter Sep. 2, 2025

Market confidence in ZiG low. . . as Fews Net projects constrained urban household purchasing power

According to Fews Net, this year’s drought, poor macro-economic and market conditions continue to drive acute food insecurity concerns in Zimbabwe.
By Tatira Zwinoira Nov. 4, 2024