Tinotenda Hove - HARARE – Zimbabwean banks are under fire for charging excessive fees on foreign currency withdrawals, with customers paying between US$23 and US$50 to access just US$1,000 from their accounts—depending on the financial institution. This trend has sparked outrage, especially when compared to global banking standards. In countries…
Tinotenda Hove - In a major boost for access to higher education, Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe has partnered with Midlands State University (MSU) to launch a US$52,000 undergraduate scholarship programme targeting underprivileged Zimbabwean students. The landmark initiative, announced during a signing ceremony at the MSU campus in Gweru, is set to…
By Dr. Trywell Muzerengi - Dystocia refers to difficult or abnormal labor, where an animal is unable to give birth naturally without human assistance. This condition is commonly observed in domestic animals such as cows, goats, and sheep. Common Causes of Dystocia: Fetal malpresentation:The fetus is not positioned correctly—such as…
Tinotenda Hove – As Zimbabweans continue to battle skyrocketing prices, stagnant wages, and daily economic pressures, the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) has announced a new revenue collection target of US$7.2 billion for 2025 — a move that has triggered widespread frustration among already overburdened citizens. In a statement this week,…
Tinotenda Hove - The Zimbabwean government appears to be scrambling for control in the face of mounting economic turmoil, as the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) on Sunday abruptly announced the suspension of gold coin sales—once touted as a hedge against inflation and a store of value for investors. In…
By Dr. Trywell Muzerengi- Artificial insemination (AI) is revolutionising livestock production in Zimbabwe and around the world, allowing farmers to improve the quality of their herds without the need for a live bull. At its core, AI involves introducing semen—collected from genetically superior bulls—into a female animal's reproductive tract to…
Tinotenda Hove - The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has warned that inflation will remain elevated until at least September 2025, before easing to around 30% by year-end, following months of currency instability and transitional challenges linked to the introduction of the ZiG. RBZ Governor John Mushayavanhu made the revelation…
Tinotenda Hove -The Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE) has formally delisted Khayah Cement Limited following a voluntary decision by the company’s shareholders. The move comes after the cement manufacturer was placed under corporate rescue proceedings. The delisting was approved by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe (SECZ), in accordance with…
Tinotenda Hove- May 2025 — The Zimbabwe Stock Exchange Limited (ZSE) has officially launched its much-anticipated market data platform, Data Direct, marking a significant milestone in the exchange’s digital transformation journey. In a press release issued today, ZSE announced that Data Direct is now live, offering comprehensive and user-friendly access…
Tinotenda Hove OK Zimbabwe, one of the country’s leading retail outlets, has confirmed the closure of four of its branches in Harare, a move that has resulted in the loss of jobs for 56 employees. The closure marks another troubling chapter in the ongoing economic crisis that continues to affect…
