Zimbabwe

Nigeria opened a $250 million lithium processing plant in Nasarawa state, built by Chinese companies Jiuling and Canmax. The facility will process 3 million metric tons of lithium ore annually, part of a broader African effort to add value to raw materials. Chinese firms have invested $1.3 billion in Nigeria's lithium processing capacity from 2023 to 2025, aiming to support the global electric vehicle battery market.

The Zimbabwean government reported that 78,112 nationals have returned from South Africa since May due to fears of xenophobic attacks following threats by anti-migrant pressure groups.

EU Ambassador to Zimbabwe Katrin Hagemann acknowledges progress in fighting corruption but highlights persistent graft as a barrier to investor confidence and economic growth. Corruption remains a challenge despite Zimbabwe's advancements, according to the envoy.

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has signed the Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 into law, extending his second term and granting parliamentarians an additional two years. The bill was enacted to modify constitutional provisions related to presidential and parliamentary terms.

Bikita Minerals has invested US$383 million in mineral beneficiation projects in Zimbabwe, expanding value addition at its operations. The government describes this as a key milestone in maximizing returns from the country's mineral wealth.

Zimbabwe's 83-year-old president, Emmerson Mnangagwa, has signed constitutional amendments that abolish direct presidential elections and extend his tenure.

A Zimbabwean football star survived a gun attack in South Africa. South African police are investigating the attempted murder but have not made any arrests yet.

Zimbabwe experienced a nationwide blackout caused by a technical fault on the national electricity grid. ZESA is working to restore power.

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has requested additional financial support from the private sector and well-wishers to fund Zimbabwe's repatriation program for citizens stranded in South Africa.

South Africa's Hawks confirmed that Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo is not under investigation regarding allegations linked to the procurement of election materials for Zimbabwe's 2023 harmonised elections. The Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) made this statement in response to claims about potential involvement in election-related procurement issues.

A Zimbabwean migrant was allegedly killed in South Africa's Mpumalanga, causing fear among migrant communities there amid ongoing xenophobic attacks.

South African billionaire Robert Gumede's consortium acquired Tongaat Hulett, a struggling sugar producer, and plans to transform it into an energy and biofuel company by leveraging sugarcane by-products for electricity, medical oxygen, and ethanol. The strategy includes expanding grower networks, creating jobs, and advocating for government policies to support biofuel adoption in southern Africa.

Zimbabwean opposition activist Jacob Ngarivhume says Vice President Constantino Chiwenga's cryptic sermon was a coded call for citizens to save the constitution, which he claims was 'killed' by Constitutional Amendment Number 3 (CAB3).

Zimbabwe's Parliament approved a constitutional amendment extending President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term until 2030. US politicians criticized the move, with Sen. Jim Risch and Rep. Gregory Meeks accusing Mnangagwa of consolidating power and citing concerns over corruption. Mnangagwa faces existing US sanctions over corruption and human rights abuses.

Zimbabwe's Parliament has passed the Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 for a second time after the National Assembly adopted Senate amendments. The bill's passage brings President Emmerson Mnangagwa closer to extending his term.

Zimbabwe's government announced a special import duty waiver for citizens returning from South Africa, but imposed strict conditions to prevent abuse by non-qualifying individuals. The policy aims to support returnees while curbing potential exploitation.

The Zimbabwean government has repatriated over 3,600 citizens displaced by anti-immigrant unrest in South Africa, with ongoing efforts to support those still stranded due to security checks and border processing delays.

Nigeria discovered high-grade copper, lithium, rare earth minerals, gold, and nickel in Kaduna state. The government aims to attract foreign investment to diversify its oil-dependent economy and join African mining leaders like DR Congo and South Africa.

South Africa has processed over 15,000 Malawian nationals for repatriation ahead of anti-immigration protests, with fears of xenophobic violence. Citizen-led groups set a June 30 deadline for undocumented immigrants to leave, prompting coordinated repatriation efforts with multiple countries. Security concerns and past violence, including deaths, underscore tensions ahead of November local elections.

Civic organisation WeThePeople is urging President Emmerson Mnangagwa not to sign Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 into law without first subjecting it to a national referendum. Pressure is mounting over the controversial legislation.

Zimbabwe's policy of banning raw lithium exports and incentivizing local value addition has gained global support, according to Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube. The policy was well received by investors and policymakers at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in China.

Zimbabwe's government has condemned illegal land sales by traditional headmen under the informal 'Sabhuku Deals' system, stating that only the Ministry of Lands can issue official land offer letters.

US inflation reached a three-year high above 4% while Zimbabwe reduced its inflation rate from nearly 96%. The article contrasts the economic stability efforts of both countries.

Zimbabwe is processing lithium domestically for export after a Chinese-built plant shipped the continent's first lithium sulphate, supported by an export ban.

Vice President Constantino Chiwenga warned that weaknesses in public procurement are a governance crisis requiring strong political leadership, robust institutions, and uncompromising accountability.

Zimbabwe’s Senate approved constitutional amendments to remove direct presidential elections and extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term. The changes aim to overhaul the voting process and delay the presidential election.

Zimbabwe Independent editor Faith Zaba claims a criminal case against her was unwarranted after a High Court dismissed charges linked to a satirical article critical of President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The prosecution, which lasted nearly a year, left her traumatized and stripped of her dignity.

The Constitution Defenders Forum (CDF) has demanded the immediate withdrawal of Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3, alleging that its passage by Parliament was flawed and influenced by bribery and undue pressure. The group claims the legislation's approval process was tainted by unethical practices.

The Zimbabwean economy is performing well and can absorb citizens being forced out of South Africa for being there illegally, according to Zanu PF spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa.

The Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Bill (CAB3) has passed the National Assembly with a two-thirds majority, advancing its path to becoming law. The bill aims to amend presidential term limits.

Zimbabwe MPs passed a bill to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term by two years and eliminate direct presidential elections.

Zimbabwe is backing a plan to extend the rule of Mnangagwa. The article mentions a proposal to prolong his leadership, though no further details are provided.

Zimbabwe's bill to eliminate presidential elections has drawn criticism and support. Supporters frame it as governance reform, while opponents argue it marks a pivotal shift in the country's political trajectory.

Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi criticized legislators opposing the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Bill, stating they focused on one aspect while ignoring governance challenges the reforms aim to address.

New projects and foreign-backed mines are reshaping Zimbabwe’s lithium sector, with uneven local gains. The focus is on who benefits from this economic shift.

The HIV drug Lenacapavir, offering over 99% protection and administered twice yearly, is set for mass rollout in Southern Africa. The treatment has been approved after years of research and will be distributed across South Africa, Zambia, Eswatini, Zimbabwe, Lesotho, and Mozambique.

Former deputy minister Godfrey Gandawa criticizes CAB3 as an attack on democracy and a bid to entrench state power, dismissing 99 percent public approval as a statistical fiction.

At least nine people, including two children, were killed and 25 injured when a train collided with a bus in Triangle, Zimbabwe. The crash occurred at a railway crossing after the bus driver failed to check for oncoming trains, violating safety regulations. The incident follows a recent minibus fire that killed seven schoolchildren.

At least 9 people are dead and 25 injured after a train and bus collided in Zimbabwe. The incident occurred in Harare, according to authorities cited in the report.

Zimbabwe’s state-owned gold miner Mutapa Gold Resources aims to double annual production to 220,000 ounces by 2029. The company secured $75 million from Zimbabwean banks to boost output, with additional funding expected from foreign lenders. Gold accounted for nearly half of Zimbabwe’s $9.7 billion export revenues last year, and Harare earned $1.2 billion from gold in January-April 2024, more than double the same period in 2025.