AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoZimbabwe Women Cricket: Mark Coles has been appointed head coach for Zimbabwe’s five-match T20I series against South Africa starting September 11 in Bulawayo, with a full support team named by Zimbabwe Cricket. Mining & Tax Policy: New special mining lease tax rules and a wider push for beneficiation are in focus, as officials outline how mining costs, deductions and development spending are treated under Zimbabwe’s tax framework. Energy & Investment: Government has opened the Cabora Bassa Basin to international oil and gas exploration and classified coal as a “special critical mineral,” while Vice-President Chiwenga is set for a China visit to attract value-add investment. Transport & Regional Deals: Mnangagwa secured UAE commitments tied to Mt Hampden and Lake Kariba maritime transport after the ferry disaster. Governance & Service Delivery: Bulawayo’s Umvutsha Cemetery burials exposed equipment shortages at City Council, while a parliamentary committee verified repatriation systems after anti-migrant protests in South Africa. Law & Order: Police in Mutare deployed drones for smart policing, targeting illegal mining and other crime, alongside back-to-school road safety enforcement. Local Politics & Accountability: Wicknell Chivayo renewed pressure on Highlanders FC over alleged misuse and governance gaps after a cash injection. Economy & Compliance: ZIMRA continues enforcement and compliance messaging, including rental tax pressure on landlords and broader vendor crackdowns.
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