New gold ETF may reshape Zim investing, but risks loom
ZIMBABWE’S first gold-backed exchange-traded fund (ETF) could reshape how investors deploy capital, offering regulated offshore exposure for the first time — but analysts warn liquidity constraints
By Mthandazo Nyoni
May. 8, 2026
BuildEx back after two-year hiatus
After a break of two years, BuildEx Harare is back in 2026 with a three-day staging of Zimbabwe’s premier exhibition focused on construction, design, property, home innovation and lifestyle.
By Staff Writer
May. 8, 2026
Production vs. prices: Decoding the true pulse of Zimbabwe's 2025 GDP
That divergence between volumes and prices is the central analytical fault line in the latest national accounts.
By Valentine Maya
May. 7, 2026
Zimbabwe’s carbon credit war could trigger a multi-million dollar legal reckoning
The reputational consequences for Gold Standard could also be profound.
By Staff Reporter
May. 7, 2026
Zimbabwe may be forced to expel gold standard from Its carbon market
Such a move would send shockwaves through global carbon markets.
By Staff Reporter
May. 7, 2026
Maswanhise shines at Motherwell awards night
WARRIORS winger Tawanda Maswanhise capped a standout season on Sunday night, scooping two major honours at Motherwell FC’s end-of-season awards ceremony.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere
May. 5, 2026
Caledonia invests US$14,2m into power line
“Also planned in 2026 is the construction of a 34km electricity line to connect Blanket to Zimbabwe’s 132Kv backbone,” Caledonia said.
By Blessed Ndlovu
May. 2, 2026
Sofar Sounds turns hotel garden into music haven
Around the venue, vendors sold handcrafted products, jewellery, clothing and skincare items, giving the event the feel of a curated cultural market as much as a concert.
By Staff Writer
May. 2, 2026
First Mutual Wealth Gold ETF debuts on VFEX
Firstly, its underlying assets are entirely offshore, with exposure to Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE)-listed instruments.
By Kudakwashe Taimo
May. 2, 2026
