AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoBorder Trade & Transport: Zimbabwe is upgrading border posts with Malawi and Mozambique to decongest crossings, improve traveller safety and streamline trade, as trilateral route meetings run in Harare. Mining & Local Value: Caledonia’s Motapa drilling returned consistent high-grade gold hits and supports a potential extension of the Bilboes mining complex, with a maiden resource estimate expected in Q3 2026. Lithium Update: Premier African Minerals says spodumene has been found in concentrate from its Zulu Lithium and Tantalum Project after commissioning of a new flotation plant, though results are still preliminary. Trade Shift to Value-Added: ZimTrade reports export earnings up 48% to US$3.57bn (Jan–Apr 2026), with value-added products rising 34.4% and engineering steel products surging. Tourism & Mobility: ZIMVRA urges tourism and the mobility sector to work together as arrivals are projected to grow, while ZTA says China is driving an 11% rise in international arrivals. Regulation & Business Costs: Government consults to cut liquor licence fees and streamline licensing, and warns councils against excessive levies. Infrastructure & Construction: Beitbridge starts a CBD extension project with 33 stands and new services, while Bulawayo seeks US$13.16m for water, roads, ICT and renewable energy upgrades. Energy Prices: ZERA’s LPG price increase to about US$1.96/kg sparks fresh criticism over affordability.
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