Harare Province pushes Mnangagwa term to 2037

Zanu PF's Harare Province formally demanded extending President Mnangagwa's tenure to 2037.

Harare Province pushes Mnangagwa term to 2037

Zanu PF's Harare Province formally demanded extending President Mnangagwa's tenure to 2037.

Zanu PF's Harare Province formally demanded President Emmerson Mnangagwa remain in office until 2037. The resolution, presented by provincial chairman Godwills Masimirembwa, pushes his tenure seven years beyond the party's existing 2030 limit. The demand surfaced days after Mnangagwa signed the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Act, which postpones elections and centralizes amendment powers. The province framed the extension as necessary for stability and continuity. The demand signals sharp factional realignment within Zanu PF over presidential succession and internal power structures.

Opposition challenges term extension in Constitutional Court

NCA's Vhurande Mahlupeko filed a court application seeking to nullify the Constitution Amendment No. 3 Act.

Opposition figure Vhurande Mahlupeko filed an application with the Constitutional Court seeking to nullify the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Act. Mahlupeko, a National Constitutional Assembly executive member, cited Parliament, President Mnangagwa, Attorney-General Virginia Mabiza, and Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi as respondents. The application challenges the legality of the amendment that postpones elections and extends presidential tenure. The court filing represents the first formal legal challenge to the recently enacted legislation. The amendment concentrates amendment powers within the executive branch. The Constitutional Court must now determine whether the legislative process and content meet constitutional standards.

Zimbabwe joins BRICS New Development Bank

Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube announced Zimbabwe's admission to the Shanghai-based BRICS New Development Bank.

Zimbabwe gained membership in the BRICS New Development Bank, Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube announced at the Zimbabwe Industrialization Conference and Expo in Harare. The Shanghai-based institution admitted Zimbabwe on Wednesday, unlocking access to credit and funding for development projects. Ncube described the membership as a major step toward accessing new sources of financing outside traditional Western institutions. The NDB, established by BRICS nations, funds infrastructure and sustainable development projects in member countries. The admission follows Zimbabwe's sustained diplomatic engagement with BRICS member states. The membership provides Zimbabwe an alternative funding channel as the country navigates limited access to international capital markets.

NRZ and BBR partner to haul lithium to Maputo port

National Railways of Zimbabwe partnered with Beitbridge Bulawayo Railway to transport lithium concentrate to Mozambique.

National Railways of Zimbabwe partnered with Beitbridge Bulawayo Railway to transport lithium concentrate from Gwanda to Maputo port in Mozambique. The collaboration provides a freight rail option for the battery mineral, expanding logistics capacity beyond road haulage. Africa's top lithium producer previously relied on trucking the bulk mineral to port, a more expensive method with logistical bottlenecks. The rail partnership offers a cost-effective alternative for lithium exporters. The initiative aligns with broader efforts to strengthen mineral export infrastructure. The rail option reduces transport costs and improves supply chain efficiency for lithium producers operating in the Gwanda region.

Lithium transshipment rail siding opens in West Nicholson

Zimbabwe commissioned a US$1.5 million lithium transshipment rail siding in West Nicholson, Matabeleland South.

Zimbabwe commissioned a US$1.5 million lithium transshipment rail siding in West Nicholson, Matabeleland South. The facility handled its first shipment of lithium concentrate from Gwanda, transported by rail to the Port of Maputo. The siding strengthens mineral export infrastructure and supports the growing lithium sector. The investment addresses logistical constraints that previously limited rail transport capacity for bulk minerals. The facility enables efficient transfer of lithium concentrate between rail networks. The commissioning follows the NRZ-BBR partnership to expand freight rail options for lithium exporters.

Banks to access Deeds Office in property fraud crackdown

Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi announced plans to digitally connect banks to the Deeds Office to verify property ownership.

The government will digitally connect financial institutions to the Deeds Office to reduce property fraud and simplify ownership verification. Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi announced the initiative as part of efforts to strengthen the property registration system. The digital link allows banks to verify immovable property titles directly, reducing reliance on manual documentation. The move targets fake property titles that have undermined confidence in real estate transactions. The system aims to eliminate fraudulent title deeds from property transactions.

Freda Rebecca Mine opens accredited gold laboratory

Mutapa Gold Resources invested US$1.2 million in Zimbabwe's first internationally accredited on-site gold mine laboratory.

Mutapa Gold Resources' Freda Rebecca Mine established Zimbabwe's first internationally accredited on-site gold mine laboratory. The US$1.2 million investment received accreditation valid until March 15, 2031, recognizing competence in chemical analysis. The laboratory improves accuracy of mineral analysis and reduces exploration costs for the mining operation. The accreditation eliminates the need to send samples to external facilities, cutting turnaround times. The facility sets a new standard for in-house mineral testing in Zimbabwe's gold sector. The investment supports operational efficiency and cost reduction at one of the country's major gold producers.

Air Zimbabwe secures demand as London route reopens

Air Zimbabwe's direct Harare-London service resumed after more than a decade, with early demand reported.

Air Zimbabwe resumed direct Harare-London flights, restoring air links between Zimbabwe and Britain after more than a decade. The state-backed airline reported early demand for the route, described as a historic milestone. The service reconnects two cities with significant diaspora and business travel demand. The route's restoration required regulatory approvals and operational preparations by the national carrier. The direct flight eliminates layovers that previously added time and cost for travelers. The reopening tests Air Zimbabwe's capacity to sustain long-haul operations amid competitive pressure from established carriers.

Over 72,000 Zimbabweans repatriated from South Africa

Immigration authorities processed over 72,000 Zimbabweans returning from South Africa under the repatriation program.

Over 72,000 Zimbabweans returned from South Africa under the ongoing repatriation program, according to government figures. The border facility implemented measures to manage increased passenger flows while maintaining immigration and customs procedures. Authorities continue processing returnees at Beitbridge Border Post under compressed timelines. The influx places sustained pressure on border infrastructure and reception services. Government agencies coordinate reintegration support including healthcare, education, and employment registration for the returning citizens.

Mnangagwa pledges action on maternal and cancer deaths

President Mnangagwa said his administration is taking measures to address maternal deaths and rising cancer cases.

President Emmerson Mnangagwa announced his administration is implementing measures to address maternal deaths and rising cancer cases. The pledge focuses on strengthening healthcare responses to the country's leading causes of preventable mortality. The announcement comes amid sustained pressure on Zimbabwe's public health system. The government faces capacity constraints in cancer screening, treatment infrastructure, and maternal health services. The commitment signals executive-level attention to health outcomes. Implementation details and resource allocation remain unspecified.

The Jeere 2026-07-24  ·  stories

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