Women in Manufacturing: Zimbabwe launched Zimbabwe Women in Manufacturing (ZWIM), backing women-led value addition and industrialisation, with China also pointing to its new zero-tariff access for African goods as a boost for local manufacturers. Fuel & Energy Security: South Africa says it wants to learn from Zimbabwe’s biofuel and ethanol blending push as global Middle East shocks keep lifting fuel prices. Livestock Business Reforms: Livestock sector players are urging ministries to speed up promised ease-of-doing-business changes on levies, licences and permits after some fees were cut via SI 41 of 2026. Court Challenge to Food Imports: Grain millers have sued government over controversial grain import levies, arguing they are unlawful and could threaten food security. Manufacturing Jobs at Risk: Battery makers warn rising imports are squeezing local capacity and threatening over 500 jobs, calling for stronger protection of the domestic value chain. Mining & Investment: Ariana Resources says Zimbabwe’s Dokwe gold reserves jumped 42%, lifting the project’s potential value as the country seeks more mining investment. Climate & Governance: Zimbabwe faces a $4.8bn climate funding gap to 2030, with calls for reforms to improve how climate finance is mobilised and managed. Health & Local Services: Harare’s mayor says council clinics are outdated and urges upgrades, while ZIMTA calls for rural digital hubs and teacher retooling to make education tech work. Regional Tensions: Zimbabwean groups urge repatriation support for citizens displaced in South Africa amid xenophobic unrest. Veld Fires: Reports highlight worsening veld fire losses, with communities describing repeated destruction from land-clearing burns. Hospitality Exit: Meikles is again exploring disposal of its remaining hospitality interests, signalling a further retreat from the sector.