Latest news in Zimbabwe? September 8th, 2026

Key news developments from Zimbabwe on September 8, 2026:

• Export Ban on Key Minerals: The Ministry of Mines announced an immediate ban on the export of antimony and tungsten, including raw ores and concentrates. The move aims to enforce domestic mineral processing, refining, and value addition before export. Shanghai Metals Market
• Drive to Cut Agricultural Imports: The government launched an initiative to cut its 2 billion USD agricultural import bill by scaling local production and agro-processing. The localization strategy is set to headline the upcoming National Agriculture Conference and Expo in Harare. The Herald
• Relief for Returning Citizens from South Africa: The government introduced eased duty-free regulations to allow Zimbabweans returning from South Africa amid regional unrest to bring home their household goods and personal property without punitive customs fees. Herald.co.zw
• Macroeconomic Outlook: Follow-up discussions continue around the latest World Bank “Growth and Jobs Report” for Zimbabwe. While the report notes single-digit inflation and greater currency stability, it urges policymakers to sequence de-dollarization carefully to avoid capital flight and focus on turning macroeconomic gains into formal employment. SABC News+ 1
• National Commemoration: Over the weekend leading into the week, the country marked the anniversary of the passing of founding leader Robert Mugabe, with official statements highlighting land reform and historical liberation milestones. ANI News