Zim crops surge but crisis stays
Despite these declines, grain prices remain significantly higher in deficit-producing areas, particularly in parts of southern and eastern Zimbabwe where crop production was poor.
By SHARON ZEBRA
Jun. 3, 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
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
Fews Net warns of fertiliser shortages for 2026/27 season
The warning comes amid volatility in global energy and commodity markets following disruptions to trade flows and production inputs tied to the wider Middle East energy corridor.
By Farming Reporter
May. 21, 2026
2026 March rains revive some Zim crop conditions
FEWS NET noted that following the peak of the 2025/26 lean season in February/March, deficit-producing areas continue to face crisis outcomes.
By Farming Reporter
Apr. 16, 2026
Basic goods prices set to keep rising amid fuel hikes
According to the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency, the monthly ZiG, US dollar and blended headline inflation increased by 0,4% from February to March.
By Business Reporter
Apr. 9, 2026
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
Fuel price hike worsens food crisis for vulnerable Zimbos
Fews Net warned that without sustained improvements, many families will continue to struggle to meet both their food and non-food needs in the months ahead.
By LESLEY KUFANDADA
Apr. 2, 2026
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
