Tobacco players call for afforestation levy ringfencing
TOBACCO farmers are calling for the afforestation levy to be ring-fenced, a move meant to ensure environmental sustainability and economic growth.
By Nhau Mangirazi
Feb. 28, 2026
Zim lines up exclusive lodges plan for Victoria Falls Airport
THE Forestry Commission of Zimbabwe (FCZ) has placed a 300-hectare forest block next to Victoria Falls International Airport on the market
By Ruth Maseko
Feb. 27, 2026
Forestry Commission unveils bold investment plan
The Forestry Commission of Zimbabwe (FCZ) has launched an ambitious investment prospectus inviting local and international investors to develop high-value timber, ecotourism, and mixed-use projects
By Tatira Zwinoira
Feb. 25, 2026
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
Linking forestry and social protection for sustainable agrifood systems
At its core, agrifood systems transformation seeks to ensure that food production, distribution, and consumption are sustainable, resilient, and inclusive.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni
Jan. 4, 2026
Agroforestry: The green revolution that can empower farmers and save our planet
Agroforestry stands out as a natural climate solution.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni
Aug. 24, 2025
Umvebe named tree of the year
Tree Planting Day is commemorated annually on the first Saturday of December.
By Staff Reporter
Aug. 22, 2025
‘Forestry Commission bosses sleeping on the job’
A report by the Auditor-General has exposed severe lapses at the Forestry Commission, revealing how lax regulation may be enabling trophy hunters to loot public funds.
By Freeman Makopa
Aug. 8, 2025
Forests under siege: Illegal logging costs Zim millions, but solutions emerge
The Forestry Commission in collaboration with the Ema and local non-governmental organisations, has been piloting community-based forestry management programmes in selected regions
By Tonderayi Matonho
Aug. 1, 2025
