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Zimbabwe’s bold ambition to become a continental steel giant has gained significant policy momentum following a government move to restrict the importation of selected steel products. The strategy, formalised through Statutory Instrument (SI) 46 of 2025, is widely viewed as a targeted intervention to protect and strengthen the country’s growing steel industry—particularly the transformative Dinson Iron and Steel Company (DISCO) project underway in Manhize.

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Zimbabwe’s horticultural sector is experiencing a quiet revolution, driven by small-scale farmers who last year exported over 250 tonnes of peas—primarily to European markets. This marks a major turnaround for a once-struggling industry now showing strong signs of recovery, thanks to local support initiatives and renewed international interest.

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Youth in Ward 16 of Chitungwiza are benefiting from a series of government-led empowerment initiatives, which local leaders say are transforming lives and providing sustainable income opportunities.

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Youth in Ward 16 of Chitungwiza are benefiting from a series of government-led empowerment initiatives, which local leaders say are transforming lives and providing sustainable income opportunities.

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The Civil Registry Department has announced that the Government, through Treasury, has released US$3 million to settle part of the outstanding allowances owed to members who participated in the 2023 national mobile registration mop-up exercise.

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Zimbabwe and the European Union (EU) will co-host the inaugural EU-Zimbabwe Business Forum from 20 to 22 May at Meikles Hotel in Harare, in a major push to strengthen economic ties and attract sustainable investment.

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Government has approved the hosting of the 2025 National Culture Month, which will run from May 1 to 31 under the theme “Celebrating Indigenous Voices”, as part of efforts to promote national identity, cultural pride, and social cohesion.

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Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector has recorded significant gains in the 2024/25 season, with maize output reaching the fourth-highest level in the country’s history, according to the Second Round Crop, Livestock and Fisheries Assessment Reportpresented to Cabinet this week.

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President Emmerson Mnangagwa has officially handed over tipper trucks procured under the US$2 million Presidential Youth Fund, further demonstrating his administration’s commitment to youth empowerment and economic inclusivity.