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Christopher Burke
- July 17, 2026
Africa’s Sugar Industry Cannot Afford another Fertiliser Shock
Christopher BurkeSenior Advisor, WMC Africa From Southern Africa’s established cane belts to expanding sugar industries elsewhere on the continent, fertiliser volatility is becoming a strategic risk to cane supply, out grower incomes and mill performance. The regional footprint of ABF Sugar spanning Malawi, Zambia, Eswatini, South Africa, Tanzania and Rwanda Somdia through west and central Africa including Côte d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Chad and the Republic of Congo reveal how…
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Staff Report
- 01 Apr 2026
Zimbabwe’s US$11.6M China Export Surge Signals Major Growth as Zero-Tariff Era Begins in 2026
Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector is stepping into a powerful new chapter. With export earnings of US$11.62 million from China in 2025…
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- 02 Oct 2025
BATZ blocked funds crash from US$16,35m to US$475
When a multi million dollar claim becomes pocket change the headlines write themselves. For British American Tobacco Zimbabwe, known as…
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- 15 Sep 2025
Zim’s National Herd grows to 5.7 million: vaccines, tracking and tough choices driving recovery
When a farmer in Matabeleland counts his cattle, he is counting more than livestock. He is counting years of patience,…
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- 22 Jul 2025
Rwandan Meat Markets Reel as Soaring Fuel and Feed Costs Drive Prices Up
A Growing Burden on Shoppers and Sellers Meat lovers in Rwanda are feeling the squeeze as prices climb across the…
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- 15 May 2025
Zimbabwe’s Tobacco Exports Surge to US$338.32 Million
Zimbabwe’s tobacco industry is smoking hot this season. As of May 9, 2025, export earnings reached an impressive US$338.32 million,…
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- 15 May 2025
Dairibord Reports Erratic Supply of Utilities in Q1, Sees Rising Operating Costs
In its latest trading update for the period ended March 31, 2025, dairy producer Dairibord Holdings Limited revealed that an…
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- 01 Feb 2025
Zimbabwe’s Berry Exports Surge Amid Growing Global Demand
Zimbabwe’s berry industry is experiencing unprecedented growth, with exports soaring by 50% in 2024. This rapid expansion, fueled primarily by…
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- 06 Aug 2024
Zimbabwean Rancher Collins Tafireyi Sets Record with US$444,000 Purchase of Boran Bull
In a groundbreaking event for the African cattle ranching industry, Zimbabwean rancher Collins Tafireyi has made headlines with a record-setting…
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- 02 Aug 2024
Outgrower Scheme for Smallholder Farmers Launched: Empowering Zimbabwe’s Agricultural Future
In a transformative move for Zimbabwe's agricultural sector, Montgomery Processors, renowned for the Monty’s brand, and the Central Association of…
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- 22 Feb 2024
Zimbabwe’s Food Security Outlook: Worsening Conditions Amidst El Nino-Induced Drought
Zimbabwe is bracing itself for an exacerbation of its food security challenges as the World Food Programme (WFP) warns of…
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- 19 Feb 2024
Under the Grip of Drought: Zimbabwean Farmers Struggle as Crops Wither
As the sun blazes relentlessly over Zimbabwe's parched landscape, a grim reality unfolds for farmers across the nation. What should…
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- 15 Feb 2024
Mastering Tobacco Farming in Drought: Expert Tips for Quality Cured Leaves
As drought conditions persist in tobacco-growing regions, farmers face the daunting task of maintaining crop quality amidst environmental challenges. Research…
