AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTourism & Devolution: Zimbabwe’s Sanganai/Hlanganani Dzimbahwe Tourism Expo is being rolled out to Masvingo, with officials touring Gymkhana Tourism Park, Masvingo Airport and the Great Zimbabwe Visitor Centre as works near completion and transport upgrades aim to leave lasting MICE and tourism infrastructure. Regional Trade & Industry: At the 46th SADC summit in Durban, South Africa took over the chairmanship from Zimbabwe, with Ramaphosa urging faster integration and industrialisation as intra-SADC trade remains low and raw-material exports still dominate. SADC Security: Durban police arrested three people over attempted breaches at the SADC Summit, including fake or disguised accreditation attempts, warning would-be disruptors to stay away from controlled areas. Kariba Ferry Disaster Accountability: Investigations into the Mbuya Nehanda/RIDA ferry capsizing point to navigational error, overloading and poor weather warnings, while a budget review highlights that RIDA’s operations funding is tiny compared to salaries—raising questions about maintenance capacity. Agri & Climate Resilience: Zadzamatura says drought-tolerant germplasm and climate-smart agronomy are key for El Niño resilience, pushing conservation agriculture and early-maturing varieties to stabilise yields and food security. Digital & Telecoms for Inclusion: NetOne’s 30-year outreach is using telemedicine to improve access to healthcare in remote areas, while Econet’s Strive Masiyiwa is directing job-creation support for Zimbabweans returning from South Africa. VAT Relief for Aquaculture: Zimbabwe’s VAT exemption on fish feed is easing input costs for aquaculture producers, supporting growth in the sector. Mining Value Addition Push: SADC leaders renewed calls for processing critical minerals domestically to build jobs and industries, not just export ore.
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