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To avert a crisis, just rename it!

This is what happens when “veteran broadcasters” are so afraid of the truth that they would rather portray themselves as ignorant pundits of the sport.

By Muckraker Jun. 5, 2026

Global fuel shocks bite Zimbabwe consumers

“Stressed (IPC Phase 2) outcomes are expected through September 2026 in deficit-producing areas as the April to June main crop harvest progresses,” Fews Net said.

By Business Reporter Jun. 2, 2026

Global fuel shocks bite Zimbabwe consumers

Tobacco average selling price plunges 25%, hurts farmer earnings

“As at day 52, a total of 255,92 million kilogrammes of tobacco had been sold at an average price of US$2,54 per kilogramme,” the 2026 16th post-Cabinet briefing statement read.

By Staff Reporter May. 28, 2026

Tobacco average selling price plunges 25%, hurts farmer earnings

Food is back — but can Zimbabweans afford it?

However, harvesting starting in April this year is expected to provide Stressed (IPC Phase 2) conditions in deficit areas, with Minimal (IPC Phase 1) conditions in surplus areas.

By Lesley Kufandada May. 4, 2026

Food is back — but can Zimbabweans afford it?

Fuel price surge drives the poor deeper into crisis

When President Emmerson Mnangagwa came to power on the back of a November 2017 military coup, he promised a new era of responsiveness and accountability.

By Newsday Apr. 3, 2026

Fuel price surge drives the poor deeper into crisis

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

Household income lags despite macro calm

Zim faces heightened floods risk

Over the past week, moderate to heavy rainfall persisted across northern and eastern southern Africa, including Zambia, Malawi, Mozambique, eastern Zimbabwe and eastern South Africa.

By Brent Shamu Jan. 16, 2026

Matabeleland, Masvingo regions face flooding: Report

In November last year, a hailstorm left a trail of destruction in Gwanda town and surrounding areas, causing flash floods that damaged homes, property and infrastructure.

By Silas Nkala Jan. 6, 2026