AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoWorld Bank Milestone: Zimbabwe has been removed from the World Bank’s fragile states classification, effective July 1, 2026, a move officials say reflects improved stability and should boost investor confidence. Grain Crisis Row: Government rejected claims of mill shutdowns and a looming maize shortage, saying Blue Ribbon and other Bulawayo millers have not stopped operations and accusing “elitist” interests of pushing a false narrative. Infrastructure Watch: Gwayi-Shangani Dam construction is at 82% completion, with officials targeting completion by year-end and outlining power generation and irrigation plans for Bulawayo. Sports & Culture: Jairos Jiri Half Marathon organisers in Bulawayo are targeting 250 athletes for the inaugural race, while Mary Anibal graduated from Midlands State University with a First Class in Music Business, Musicology and Technology. Mining & Jobs: Caledonia Mining announced a maiden Motapa gold resource estimate, and Namib Minerals trained and certified 103 small-scale miners in Umzingwane to improve safety and formalisation. Governance & Courts: Chegutu’s town clerk Jacob Chikuruwo was arrested over alleged irregular municipal land sales, and Bulawayo councillors face extortion-related corruption scrutiny.
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