AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoZimbabwe–Netherlands Export Push: Mutoko women farmers are partnering with ZimTrade and Dutch-backed WESRP to produce high-value sugar snap and mangetout peas for EU markets, building skills in quality control and market readiness. Zimbabwe–South Africa Trade Drive: President Mnangagwa urged a new phase of Zim–SA cooperation beyond trade into joint investment, research and industrial projects, as Ramaphosa flagged a trade imbalance and called for more balanced, manufactured-resource exports. BNC Agreements: Six cooperation instruments were signed under the Zimbabwe–South Africa Bi-National Commission covering diplomacy, correctional services, agriculture, arts/culture/heritage and women’s empowerment. Energy & Industry: ZERA is reviewing a proposed 640MW coal-fired plant in Hwange, while RBZ says banking lending rose 40% to ZiG94.61bn by June, with productive sectors leading. Agriculture Shows: Matabeleland South Agricultural Show opened in Gwanda, pushing partnerships and market links for farmers. Customs Relief for Sports & BPO: Zimbabwe suspended import duties on specialised sports equipment and selected BPO-related items under new ZIMRA-supervised regulations. Public Safety & Crime: South Africa police raided a R600m crystal meth lab near Musina, arresting two Mexicans, two Zimbabweans and a Malawian. Transport & Compliance: Parliament is set to consider requiring O-Level passes (including English and Maths) for professional driving licences. City Services: Harare warned of a 3-day water shutdown for leak repairs and reservoir cleaning.
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