Rats, roaches and rage
The cockroaches came out at night like they owned the house.
By Onie Ndoro
May. 10, 2026
Sweet tax, bitter truth for cancer patients
GOVERNMENT is facing renewed pressure to account for millions raised through Zimbabwe’s sugar tax after revelations in the Senate that many cancer patients are still struggling to access treatment.
By Sharon Sibindi
May. 7, 2026
Mounting challenges sour sugar production
In its latest report, Foreign Agricultural Service Pretoria (FAS) said despite some optimism with sugarcane growth the domestic sugar market remains saturated.
By Ruth Maseko
Apr. 27, 2026
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
Innscor pushes for tax reforms as sugar levy bites
During the period under review, Innscor remitted US$3,19 million in sugar tax, bringing its cumulative contribution to US$13,29 million since the levy’s introduction.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Mar. 23, 2026
Alarm raised over sugar during dental outreach
According to organisers, the outreach has expanded this year to include Matabeleland South following overwhelming requests from communities in the province.
By Staff Reporter
Mar. 16, 2026
Mpilo Hospital receives cancer machines
The sugar tax, officially known as the Special Surtax on Sugar Content, was introduced in 2024, targeting sugar-sweetened beverages to fund cancer diagnosis and treatment.
By Patricia Sibanda
Mar. 16, 2026
Hippo Valley Estates: Trading at a discount amid liquidation
The structure has deep historical roots. Hippo Valley was established in 1956 as a citrus estate before evolving into a large-scale irrigated sugar producer.
By Kudakwashe Taimo
Feb. 20, 2026
Hippo Valley’s export push boosts nine-month revenue
SUGARCANE miller Hippo Valley Estates Limited reported a 10% rise in revenue to US$174 million for the nine months ended December 31, 2025, driven by increased export volumes.
By Tatira Zwinoira
Feb. 17, 2026
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May. 17, 2026
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