April 18
Zimbabwe: 'Efficient Transport System Key for Horticulture Exports'
The Herald
AS the country's marches towards attaining Vision 2030, the Horticultural Development Council (HDC) is engaging Government to facilitate the upgrading of roads and border… Read more »
Zimbabwe: 4 ZDF Members Killed in Road Traffic Accident
The Herald
Four members of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) died while an unknown number of people sustained varying degrees of injuries when two vehicles were involved in a head on… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Seminar to Empower Entrepreneurs
The Herald
BUSINESS mentor and motivational speaker, Mr Venon Chamba will on May 4, 2024, convene a seminar aimed at bolstering entrepreneurs' attitudes when operating in a tough economic… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Illegal Forex Currency Dealers Chief Threat to Zig
The Herald
As the country embraces the new ZiG currency, it is important that we preserve its value for the economy to grow and, ultimately, lift the living standards of Zimbabweans. Read more »
Malawi: Historical! Malawi Opens Diplomatic Relation With Israel, MOU On Labour Export Deal Signed
Nyasa Times
Malawi Embassy in Tel Viv, Israel, has officially been opened today with a blessing of also having the memorandum of understanding (MOU)with Israel on the labour export deal… Read more »
Malawi: Wages of Sin - Escom Vandal Dies Due to Burns After Electrocution
Nyasa Times
32-year old man has died after getting electrocuted while vandalising ESCOM cables at Maselema in Blantyre. Read more »
Malawi: Ekhaya FC Set Pace for Commercialisation
Nyasa Times
Ekhaya FC have set the tone for commercialisation when they unveiled their uniforms and replica jerseys for sale on Wednesday at the Amaryllis Hotel in Blantyre. Read more »
April 17
Tanzania: Tanzania-Malawi Diplomatic Tensions Rise Over $30m Port Project
Business Day Africa
Tanzania and Malawi are on the brink of a diplomatic standoff following Dodoma's decision to commence the upgrade of Mbamba Bay Port, situated on the shores of Lake Malawi. Read more »
Namibia: Namibia's Nama Community Rejects Green-Hydrogen Port Expansion
VOA
Namibia's port authority, Namport, has proposed a port expansion on Shark Island, a heritage site that is sacred to the indigenous Nama ethnic group of southern Namibia. Read more »
South Africa: Thousands of School Children Stuck Without Transport Months Into School Year
GroundUp
Eastern Cape transport and education departments are being taken to court Read more »
Zambia: Rukwa Now Feels Pinch of Power Rationing in Zambia
Daily News
RESIDENTS of Rukwa Region have started to experience power rationing due to prolonged drought affecting neighbouring Zambia. Read more »
South Africa: Sasol Makes the World Co2 Emissions Blacklist
GroundUp
The company is among 57 companies in the world responsible for 80% of carbon dioxide emissions Read more »
Zimbabwe: Government Urges Motorists to Exercise Extreme Caution On the Roads
The Herald
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) and the Vehicle Inspectorate Department (VID) will conduct joint enforcement operations on the country's roads in an effort to ensure that… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Govt Infrastructure Investments Help Swell Masimba Revenues
The Herald
Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE) listed construction firm -- Masimba Holdings has applauded the Government's infrastructure development drive, after the group's revenue increased by 8… Read more »
Southern Africa: Five Things Chinese Investment Means for Zimbabwe
The Herald
President Mnangagwa recently toured the Manhize Steel Plant, a bustling investment near Mvuma that is the face of steel manufacturing revival in Zimbabwe; and the lofty position… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Seed Co Assures Nation of Adequate Seed Next Season
The Herald
Seed Co Zimbabwe has moved to smother the impact of the prevailing El Nino-induced drought on seed stocks by combining reserves from last season with the 2023/24 output to curtail… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Auction Floors' Average Price Reaches U.S.$3,66 to Dwarf Contract Side
The Herald
After both auction and contract tobacco floors recorded an average price of US$3, 09 per kilogramme on Day 1 of trading, the average auction price has now risen four percent higher… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Herald Continues to Rule the Roost
The Herald
The Herald continues to be the most read daily newspaper in the country, results from the latest Zimbabwe All Media Products Survey (ZAMPS) reveal. Read more »
Zimbabwe: Investor Return, Testimony to Re-Engagement Efforts
The Herald
The Zimbabwean economy has been growing rapidly during the Second Republic with the revamped open-door investment policy being one of the most important reasons, especially for… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Natfoods Seeks to Empower Rural Youths
The Herald
Zimbabwe's largest food manufacturer, National Foods (NatFoods), has invested US$30 000 into an egg layer project through its stockfeeds division, as part of efforts to empower… Read more »
Zimbabwe: No More Business As Usual - RBZ Chief
The Herald
Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Governor Dr John Mushayavanhu has announced a significant shift in the central bank's approach towards rebuilding confidence in the bank's policies,… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Improving Welfare of Soldiers Top Priority for Zna
The Herald
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April 16
South Africa: Severe Storm Hits Margate, Leaves Trail of Destruction - South African News Briefs - April 16, 2024
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Zimbabwe: Zimbabwe's New Gold-Backed Currency Sliding On Black Market
VOA
Zimbabwe's recently introduced gold-backed currency is sliding on the local black market but officials insist the currency is getting stronger and has a bright future. Columbus… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Mutsvangwa Slams Anti-Govt Economists, Supports ZiG Currency
263Chat
Zanu-PF national spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa has launched a scathing attack on anti-government economists who have been critical of the new ZIG currency. Read more »