Agribusiness & Food Security: A South African scientist says a naturally occurring fungus is killing African armyworm caterpillars, offering farmers hope as chemical controls struggle. Roads & Logistics: Government has awarded two contractors to rehabilitate 15km of the Bulawayo–Tsholotsho Road, with works split 7.5km each to speed up connectivity for people and goods. Mining & Skills: Kamativi Mining Company signed an MoU with the Zimbabwe School of Mines on scholarships, internships, curriculum work and research to build local talent for the Kamativi lithium project. Energy & Oil/Gas: Invictus Energy confirmed a November spud for the Musuma-1 well after revising its drilling contract with Exalo. Public Safety: Lake Kariba boat accident response continues after at least 15 died and 27 were missing, with 77 survivors rescued. Transport Governance: Harare’s AI traffic cameras have flagged 1.1 million suspected violations, raising questions on how motorists will be billed and how to challenge alerts. Regional Trade & Policy: SADC urged deeper self-reliance and integration as global aid declines and geopolitical tensions rise. Capital Markets for SMEs: ZEEX is pushing SMEs to choose between debt and equity financing instruments instead of defaulting to conventional loans. Macroeconomy & Exports: Zimbabwe’s external position stayed strong as exports surged 58% year-on-year, supported by gold and agricultural earnings. Mining Community Life: A mine-sponsored football tournament highlights how sport supports social cohesion in mining communities. Women & Resettlement: Women in Manhize (Mushenjere, Chikomba) say relocation linked to Dinson Iron and Steel is stalling, leaving families trapped between old farms and incomplete new homes. Weather Risk: A cold front brings rain and sharp temperature drops, with warnings for health, crop disease and infrastructure impacts.