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The Impact of SADC’s Zim Election Shaming, What’s Next?

In an unprecedented yet expected move, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) observer mission has criticised Zimbabwe’s local government, national assembly and presidential election, sayin

Aug 25, 2023
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Fostering Regional Energy Synergy: South Africa and Namibia Forge Strategic Partnerships

Harare - In a landmark ministerial-level meeting, South Africa and Namibia, both esteemed members of the Southern Africa Development Community (SADC), embarked on a collaborative exploration of energy

 Aug 21, 2023
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Gold Prices Hit 5-Month Low

Gold prices started the week on a downward trend remaining below the US$1900 per ounce mark and approaching their lowest levels in the past five months as investors brace themselves for the annual gat

 Aug 21, 2023
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Sugar Rush: Hippo Valley Estates Rides Wave of Rising Revenues Despite Turbulent Economic Tides

Harare - Hippo Valley Estates Limited, a sugarcane grower and sugar producer, recently unveiled its trading update for the first fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2023. The company's financials reveal

 Aug 17, 2023
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Russia's Economy Buckles Under Weight of War, Sanctions

Russia's budget deficit widened by a significant margin in the first seven months of 2023, reaching a record-breaking RUB 2.817 trillion. This marked a substantial swing from the surplus of RUB 557 bi

 Aug 11, 2023
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The Economic Cost of Zim's Neutrality Shift

After an extended period of approximately 15 months, during which the Republic of Zimbabwe assumed a shrouded veil of neutrality which the global community might now say deceptive in response to Russi

 Aug 07, 2023
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Apple And Samsung Still Dominate Despite Slumping Tablet Sales

Apple shipped 12.3 million iPads in the quarter, though that was a 14% decline, the company still commands nearly 40% of the global tablet market. Samsung came in second with 6 million tablet shipment

 Aug 07, 2023
Nedbank Brings American Express to Zimbabwe, Unlocking New Growth in Tourism

Nedbank Zimbabwe becomes the first AMEX Acquirer in Zimbabwe 40% of tourists to Zimbabwe carry American Express cards Amex Card Holders spend three times more than non-cardmembers Harare - Nedbank Zi

Aug 07, 2023
Namibian Stock Market Outshines African Peers Amid Impressive Rally

Namibian Stock Market Outshines African Peers Amid Impressive Rally The remarkable rise of the Namibian stock market over the past year has demonstrated the resilience and growth potential of the nat

Aug 07, 2023
From Discord to Accord: Report to Recalibrate EU-Zim Dynamics?

A cohort of European Union (EU) Election Observers arrived in Zimbabwe to oversee the much-anticipated elections scheduled for the 234rd of August this year. This will be the second election under the

Jul 31, 2023
Delta Corporation Poised for Massive Growth

Delta Corporation Limited, the leading beverage company listed on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange, has announced a $71 million investment aimed at boosting its production efficiency and profitability. Giv

Jul 27, 2023

Datvest: Withstanding hardships yet optimistic about the potential for future gains

Datvest ETF offers exposure to leading consumer staples counters  After running for 10 months inflation-adjusted losses hit ZWL$343 million Datvest remains in a robust position, with ZWL$328 million i

Jul 24, 2023

Phoenix Rising: Disco Lights Up Zimbabwe's Steel Industry, Shattering ZISCO's Gloom

The precipitous decline of the Zimbabwe Iron and Steel Company (ZISCO) stands in stark contrast to the nascent rise of China's Dinson Iron and Steel Company (Disco), illuminating the complex interplay

Jul 24, 2023

Should the Bank of Namibia Adopt a Dual Mandate? The Case for Prioritizing Inclusive Growth

Should the Bank of Namibia Adopt a Dual Mandate? The Case for Prioritizing Inclusive Growth Central banks have traditionally prioritized price stability and controlling inflation. However, in recent

Jul 24, 2023

Assessing the Effect of EU's Carbon Border Tax on Critical Economic Sectors in Africa

The European Union's (EU) new carbon border tax, which will be fully implemented in October 2026, is set to significantly impact African economies. The tax will be applied to imports of products from

Jul 17, 2023

US Budget Deficit More than Triples

The US government budget deficit widened by 157% to US$227.8 billion in June 2023, up from a US$ 88.8 billion gap in the same month of the previous year. This figure fell below market expectations of

Jul 14, 2023

US Dollar Languishes as Fed Bets Turn Dovish

The US dollar index saw a nosedive on Friday, falling below 100 and hitting its lowest levels in over a year. The decline comes amid indications that US inflation is on a downward trend, sparking hop

Jul 14, 2023

China's Trade Surplus Shrinks on Falling Exports, Imports: What are the Implications?

China's trade surplus for June decreased due to a decline in both imports and exports, which indicates a shift in the balance of trade. This shift has significant implications for China's economy and

Jul 13, 2023

China's Sluggish Demand: A Concern for Global Markets?

China’s factory-gate prices recorded their fastest fall in seven and half years in June while consumer inflation was at its slowest since 2021. The producer price index marked its steepest decline sin

Jul 10, 2023