Agribusiness Push: President Mnangagwa used the 116th Zimbabwe Agricultural Show to say Zimbabwe must move beyond exporting raw farm produce and prioritise local value addition and agro-processing, with innovation and mechanisation at the centre of the next phase. Anti-Counterfeit Tech: Government-backed Buy Zimbabwe is rolling out a QR-code product verification system with Owana Lost and Found to curb fake goods, protect consumers and help manufacturers track suspicious activity. World Bank Milestone: Zimbabwe has been removed from the World Bank’s fragile and conflict-affected classification effective 1 July 2026, with officials citing improved reforms and macro gains. Local Governance Pressure: Harare is facing sewer service strain, with councillors pointing to response-time failures, vehicle shortages and contractor gaps. Urban Land Tensions: Local Government Minister Garwe warned Harare has about 5,000 demolition orders tied to unregulated building and wetland encroachment, urging residents to avoid “land barons.” Mining & Power: Caledonia added a maiden Motapa gold resource (510,000 oz) while Kamativi Mining targets a September 2026 solar-plus-battery commissioning to cut grid reliance. Mining Formalisation: Namib Minerals trained and certified 103 small-scale miners in safety and compliance, supporting Zimbabwe’s push to formalise artisanal mining. Health & Compensation: Tshiamiso Trust says it has paid R2.53bn to 26,300 silicosis and TB claimants, with Zimbabwe still lagging on payments. Energy for Industry: Matabeleland North is pushing for solar investment as ISA’s regional meeting in Victoria Falls aims to unlock projects for agriculture, mining and industry.