AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDisaster Response: President Mnangagwa declared a State of Disaster after a deadly Harare–Masvingo highway crash near Chivhu killed 27 people, with a haulage truck carrying mining equipment from South Africa colliding head-on with a commuter minibus for the African Apostolic (Mwazha) Church; authorities say medical bills and burial costs will be covered as survivors are treated. Land & Property Reform: Government says a major overhaul of land ownership laws is coming, with a new verification process to stop illegal land sales and formalise ownership in established communities so homeowners can use property as economic assets. Climate-Smart Agriculture: With El Niño risks rising, officials and research bodies are pushing drought-ready crops and short-season varieties, while Kutsaga promotes climate-resilient tobacco options ahead of the 2026/27 season. Water & Infrastructure: Funding for the Gwayi-Shangani Dam has been increased to US$8m per month as construction hits 82% completion, targeting end-of-year works. Mining & Rights: ZHRC helped resolve a land and environmental dispute between Bikita Minerals and Murape villagers, including relocation support and compensation. Business & Finance: CBZ’s planned US$600m VFEX bond programme is framed as a test of Zimbabwe’s ability to grow long-term local debt funding. E-Mobility Push: Zimbabwe’s e-mobility drive gained traction at the Agricultural Show, with state transport players showcasing Chinese EVs and building momentum for an e-mobility ecosystem.
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