AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoAgriculture & Jobs: Economist Knowledge Chatseka launched his debut book, Balanced National Perspectives, pushing locally driven development with agriculture at the centre of inclusive growth. Women in Tech: DataWired graduated 34 young women from its DEAL programme with practical data and technology skills, backed by HIT and the US embassy. Rural Power & Education: Matabeleland South hit 90% electrification of schools and clinics, but leaders warn science lab gaps could still hold rural pupils back. Water Infrastructure: Bulawayo residents in Sizinda want dual potable and non-potable water systems to cut waste and protect roads from runoff damage. Consumer & Community Safety: Gweru and Lower Gwelo villagers lost about US$4,350 to a fake nurse aide/ECD training scheme that vanished after taking fees. Mining Value Chains: A new report asks “Who profits from Africa’s gold?” highlighting how limited refining capacity keeps most value offshore. Regional Trade & Diplomacy: Zimbabwe plans a Zimbabwe–China Investment Symposium on July 2 to turn partnerships into industrial and infrastructure deals. Macroeconomy: Zim’s ZiG inflation edged up to 0.6% month-on-month in June (4.7% annual).
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