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Unlocking Zimbabwe’s food security through healthcare

Zimbabwe’s food security debate has long been framed through the lenses of agriculture, climate change, and economic policy.

By Gary Gerald Mtombeni 3h ago

Unlocking Zimbabwe’s food security through healthcare

Food security unstable amid rising prices

Households across several parts of the country are under severe pressure after exhausting their food stocks and being forced to rely on markets where prices remain high.

By Sharon Zebra Apr. 22, 2026

Food security unstable amid rising prices

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

Food shortages hit crisis point as household costs shoot up

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Families skip meals as food stocks dwindle

Crops have been particularly weakened in the southern and southeastern districts, including Chipinge, Chiredzi, and Beitbridge, which are historically prone to rainfall deficits.

By Staff Reporter Mar. 29, 2026

Families skip meals as food stocks dwindle

Climate change needs citizen activism.

We are not the primary culprits. But we are among the most exposed. That reality can either breed resignation or ignite activism.

By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Mar. 1, 2026

President’s vision for Zimbabwe’s food security

It is within this context that Zimbabwe’s Vision 2030 places food security at the centre of the country’s ambition to attain upper-middle-income status.

By Clever Marisa Jan. 4, 2026

President’s vision for Zimbabwe’s food security

Matabeleland South food stocks running out

While Zimbabwe’s national food security situation remained stable in September 2025 supported by steady supplies and stable prices, the report painted a different picture for Matabeleland South

By Kirsty Sibanda Nov. 13, 2025

Matabeleland South food stocks running out

From policy to plate: How Zimbabwe is building food security through agric reforms

Agriculture, long regarded the backbone of the economy, continues to shape livelihoods, employment and industrial growth.

By Rosemary Muringisi Nov. 6, 2025

From policy to plate: How Zimbabwe is building food security through agric reforms

Photographer, filmmaker Nyaruwata tells stories on climate & gender justice

IN the heart of Harare’s overlooked spaces, like along alleys, dumpsites and forgotten corners, globally acclaimed feminist photographer, filmmaker, and researcher, Chido Nyaruwata,

By Tendai Sauta Oct. 4, 2025