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
Art, justice and healing: Addressing GBV, disability awareness and digital violence through creativity
Addressing them requires more than laws and statistics; it requires approaches that speak to hearts, challenge norms, and restore dignity.
By Ray M Langa
Dec. 21, 2025
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, UN team up to boost data-driven development
THE collaboration between the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) and the United Nations (UN) has minimised duplication of effort, improved efficiency and resource allocation
By Lisa Bangomwe and Dionne Masango
Dec. 5, 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Outdated law cripples Zimbabwe’s statistical capacity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Outdated laws hinder delivery of statistics: ZimStat.
THE Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) has flagged the country’s outdated laws and digital divide as hindrances to the delivery of comprehensive and high-quality statistics.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
