2026 tobacco marketing season opening date set
Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) chief executive officer Emmanuel Matsvaire confirmed the development, saying the industry was ready for the start of the selling season.
By Obert Siamilandu
8h ago
Hwange cracks down on illegal charcoal dealers
Acting on a tip-off, the enforcement teams raided the property and seized the charcoal, which officials believe was produced through the unregulated cutting of indigenous trees.
By Sharon Sibindi
Feb. 1, 2026
The future of agriculture in Zim
Pig and poultry industries are thriving as 100% private sector and clearly, whatever the industry is doing with tobacco is working, although I would like to see a return to the auctions.
By Eddie Cross
Jan. 17, 2026
Lupane Local Board unveils 2026 development agenda
Lupane Local Board operates under the mentorship of the Bulawayo City Council.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jan. 15, 2026
TIMB predicts increased production
According to official data, farmers planted more than 162 000 hectares of tobacco this season, up from about 114 000 hectares in the previous planting cycle.
By Brent Shamu
Jan. 15, 2026
Hwange acts on sprouting backyard industries
The new home industry space, whose set up is provided for in the 2026 budget, is expected to accommodate 35 entrepreneurs and will be fully serviced.
By Sharon Sibindi
Jan. 11, 2026
TIMB in quality push as tobacco harvest kicks off
THE Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) has urged tobacco farmers to harvest only mature leaves and strictly adhere to recommended handling and curing procedures to minimise losses
By Blessed Ndlovu
Jan. 7, 2026
Binga council issues toilets ultimatum
This bold move has galvanised residents, sparking a wave of enthusiasm and skepticism across the community.
By Obert Siamilandu
Dec. 17, 2025
Government thuggery is funding wrong priorities
The currency itself is partly anchored on non-payment of domestic debt. The likely escape route will be yet another premature currency shift that destroys value for all.
By Brian Sedze
Dec. 16, 2025
