From diamonds to lithium: Africa’s chance to rewrite the resource story

The allocation will now reach 40% after the same period. The deal was seen as critical for the southern African country since its economy is largely dependent on the export of diamonds.
By Farai Mabeza 11h ago

Africa’s chance to rewrite the resource story from diamonds to lithium

This move aims to secure economic sovereignty and greater control over the diamond value chain, with potential financing secured from partners like the Oman sovereign wealth fund.
By Farai Mabeza 11h ago

South African politician Malema given five-year prison sentence in firearm case

Malema's lawyers ​applied for leave to appeal the magistrate's ​decision within minutes of it being read out in ‌a ⁠court in KuGompo City, formerly East London.
By Reuters 12h ago

National Dam Levels Surge to 93.4% as 98 Reservoirs Reach Full Capacity

Zimbabwe’s national water security has reached a significant milestone this week, with the national dam storage average climbing to 93.4%.
By Tendai Munhundarima 12h ago

Pulitzer Prize-winner to headline Almasi’s 2026 series

Almasi Collaborative Arts will stage a reading of Lynn Nottage’s Pulitzer Prize-winning play Sweat this Friday at the Friendship Bench Hub, as part of its 2026 season lineup.
By Valentine Maya 12h ago

Doctors outraged over ‘segregation’ by medical aid providers

The controversy comes as Zimbabwe’s healthcare system faces mounting pressure from rising treatment costs, staff shortages and growing reliance on private care.
By Boitumelo Makhurane 13h ago

Glen View residents vow protests over ‘illegal’ park development

The dispute follows the sudden arrival of developers who reportedly began felling trees and clearing land at a recreational space near Glen View 3 Shopping Centre.
By Valentine Maya 13h ago

18 feared dead after kombi bursts into flames on Bulawayo–Beitbridge road

The Zimbabwe Republic Police said the incident occurred between Chipangali and the Gwanda tollgate between 1:00 PM and 2:00 PM.
By Boitumelo Makhurane 14h ago

ZITF is targetting 800 exhibitors this year - CEO

ZITF Company chief executive Nick Ndebele said organisers were aiming high, both in terms of exhibitor numbers and business outcomes.
By Donald Nyandoro 14h ago