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Fresh concern over jump in service station numbers
The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (Zera) revealed that it issued at least 3 000 retail licences between 2020 and the beginning of last year.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Feb. 19, 2025
Traders demand clarity on unleaded fuel policy
In August 2024, the government issued Statutory Instrument (SI) 150 of 2024, mandating fuel importers to blend a specific percentage of ethanol with petrol before selling it to motorists.
By Blessed Ndlovu
Jan. 31, 2025
Zimbabwe-Zambia energy summit excites Zera
Under the official patronage of Zimbabwe’s Ministry of Energy and Power Development for 2024, the summit will unveil energy project plans from both countries.
By Business Reporter
Nov. 13, 2024
Why fuel prices are high in Zim
Zimbabwe’s fuel prices are considered some of the most expensive compared to other countries in the Sadc bloc.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga
Nov. 12, 2024
Zera confiscates smuggled LP gas containers
Zimbabweans are enduring punishing power outages running into more than 12 hours per day due to depressed electricity generation capacity.
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga
Nov. 7, 2024
Substandard solar installations fuel infernos: Zera
In an interview, Zera senior engineer Man’arai Ndovorwi said about three to four lives were lost in a month due to fake solar products and bad installations.
By Margaret Lubinda
Nov. 6, 2024
Zera explores use of methane to fuel cars
Sibanda said Zera was exploring how petrol or diesel can be substituted with methane for cars to improve energy efficiency.
By Melody Chikono
Sep. 15, 2024
Zera wants no VAT on renewable energy products
According to the Southern African Power Pool, the country has an installed capacity of 2 412MW.
By Melody Chikono
Sep. 10, 2024
Contaminated fuel: ZERA in nationwide clampdown, 12 suppliers brought to book
In terms of the Petroleum Act [Chapter 13:22] and Petroleum (Fuel Quality) Regulations, ZERA are allowed to test and monitor fuel quality at every retail site in the country.
By Trust Makore
Aug. 27, 2024
Bulawayo police crack down on Entumbane drug syndicate
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By Bongile Moyo and Peter Dube
Feb. 21, 2025
