Zimbabwe's Connor Grist is one to watch at Dakar 2026! The swimmer set personal bests at the African Swimming Championships, including 2:07.10 in the 200m free and 17:10.14 in the 1,500m. Meet all 10 young stars below.
@birdStoryAgency@263Chat#Dakar2026#ZimbabweSwimming
Afreximbank’s US$2 billion agricultural facility offers Zimbabwe an opportunity to boost production, expand irrigation and strengthen agro-processing and exports. Agribusinesses are encouraged to develop projects that can turn this into jobs, food security& climate resilience.
VAR training is underway in Zimbabwe, with FIFA experts equipping local match officials & Sakunda Holdings backing the initiative. It’s a major investment in fairer officiating and the future of the game.
On the sidelines of the 3rd Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, I held highly productive engagements with PSB Bank and Rossotrudnichestvo.
Zimbabwe remains open for business. Backed by a robust 8.3% economic growth rate, we are deepening our practical partnerships in trade, investment, and strategic financing.
We are translating political goodwill into tangible projects by proposing a joint technical working group with PSB Bank, the Ministry of Finance, and the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe to drive trade finance. We also continue to track BRICS developments on national payment systems.
Beyond economics, our bilateral friendship remains firmly anchored on human-capital development. With over 1,000 Zimbabwean students studying at Russian universities in critical fields like sciences, medicine, and technology, we are securing our nation's future.
It is always a pleasure to meet and interact with the brilliant young minds representing our great nation abroad. Yesterday, while in Russia for the third Russia-Africa Summit, I took the opportunity to continue our tradition of engaging with Zimbabwean students studying away from home.
Our students are the true ambassadors of Zimbabwe. During our heartfelt exchange at the Embassy in Moscow, I was deeply impressed by their dedication to academic excellence, especially in critical fields like engineering, medicine, science, and cutting-edge technology.
We had an open and constructive discussion where they raised important points regarding mutual recognition of qualifications, safety, and the availability of funds to propel start-ups. I reassured them that the Second Republic remains fully committed to supporting their welfare and creating a thriving environment for them.
As we march towards achieving an empowered, upper-middle-income society through Vision 2030, our goal is to integrate these highly skilled young specialists directly into our local production value chains. I urged them to focus on their studies, absorb global innovations, and ultimately bring that knowledge back home to build the Zimbabwe we all want.
The lesson of past droughts is that early preparation protects incomes. Climate-smart practices, better varieties and irrigation are what separate a bad season from a lost one.
#AsakhiZim
FACING an impending Super El Niño-induced drought, Zimbabwe’s tobacco sector is leaning on science and climate-resilient farming techniques to protect yields, while accelerating the green transition towards harm reduction and sustainability.
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A summit's success is measured in what follows, signed joint ventures, financed projects, minerals processed locally, jobs created. Zimbabwe is ready to turn partnership into production.
#RussoAfroSummit#ZimbabweIsOpenForBusiness
How title deeds grow GDP 🌱📈
Collateral for credit → investment in farms → active property markets → stronger tax revenue.
Secure land rights turn dead capital into economic growth.
#TitleDeeds#GDPGrowth#LandReform
Regional integration and global partnerships can help expand production and advance Zimbabwe’s development aspirations. As @edmnangagwa said, the progress is improving livelihoods and strengthening the nation’s capacity to transform its economy.
#NoToZimSanctions
@ScottlandFC have sacked head coach Norman Mapeza with immediate effect following their CAF Champions League defeat to Petro de Luanda last Friday. Mapeza’s manager, Gibson Mahachi, confirmed receiving a termination letter from the club. Peter Ndlovu holds the fort.
Prophet Uebert Angel pledges to pay off some of the debts owed by the late businessman, Sir Wicknell.
This is true brotherhood!
He also challenged Zimbabweans to keep quiet, maintaining that every businessperson is involved in deals.
I have safely arrived in Moscow, Russia, ahead of the third Russia-Africa Summit and Economic Forum.
Over the next few days, we will engage in critical high-level discussions centered on our shared priorities under the theme "For Peace, Security, and Development." Our participation focuses on securing tangible benefits for our nation—driving economic diversification, boosting industrial trade, and creating sustainable jobs for our youth.
Through mutual respect and win-win partnerships, we aim to accelerate growth in key sectors, including energy, food security, digital transformation, and technology.
A massive congratulations to our Zimbabwe Sables on an incredible and hard-fought 36–33 victory over Namibia today!
Playing our first international match at this historic venue in over two decades, you showed true determination, resilience, and the unmistakable spirit of Zimbabwe. From our clinical execution at the set pieces, precision in the lineouts, to the decisive tactical kicking under pressure, it was a masterful display of rugby. Holding off a fierce comeback to secure this win right at the wire has made the entire nation immensely proud.
Thank you to the technical team, the players, and the thousands of fans who came out to lift our boys today. This is a monumental step forward for Zimbabwean rugby.
Keep flying the flag high, Sables! The journey continues.
The President has arrived in Moscow, for the 3rd Russia-Africa Summit and Economic and Humanitarian Forum, focused on strengthening strategic, economic and humanitarian ties.
I have safely arrived in Moscow, Russia, ahead of the third Russia-Africa Summit and Economic Forum.
Over the next few days, we will engage in critical high-level discussions centered on our shared priorities under the theme "For Peace, Security, and Development." Our participation focuses on securing tangible benefits for our nation—driving economic diversification, boosting industrial trade, and creating sustainable jobs for our youth.
Through mutual respect and win-win partnerships, we aim to accelerate growth in key sectors, including energy, food security, digital transformation, and technology.
Today, I visited the Guvamatanga family to express my deepest condolences following the passing of Sekuru Guvamatanga, father to our Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion, Mr. George Guvamatanga.
Sekuru Guvamatanga was a devoted Christian and a pillar of strength who groomed his family with exceptional values. The immense outpouring of love and the large gathering of mourners today is a true reflection of the honorable character he possessed.
While this is an incredibly painful and difficult time for the family, we must find comfort in knowing that death is a path destined for all of us. As the scripture reminds us, only the best are called home to meet the Creator.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Guvamatanga family during this hour of grief.
May his dear soul rest in eternal peace.