In a commanding display by Wanindu Hasaranga, Sri Lanka clinched a 2-1 series victory over Zimbabwe on Thursday. The tourists were dismissed for a mere 82 runs, their lowest-ever T20 total, in Colombo. Leading from the front, Hasaranga’s impressive figures of 4-15, which included two crucial wickets in the final two deliveries, paved the way […]
Get Ready for an Extended Season of Hardship: Mthuli Ncube’s 2024 Budget Warning
MTHULI Ncube’s budget statement for 2024, presented on Thursday, stands out as a concerning display of authoritarianism, exploitation, deceit, incompetence, and blatant self-centeredness. The budget reveals a government completely unaware of the structural challenges confronting the economy, the hardships faced by ordinary citizens, and the numerous issues affecting businesses. It demonstrates a lack of regard […]
Zimbabwe’s November Inflation Soars Almost 4%, Driven by Higher Utility Costs
The Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency reported on Monday that annual inflation rose by nearly 4 percent in November, primarily driven by increased electricity and gas prices. Inflation surged to 21.6 percent, up from 17.8 percent in October, while month-on-month inflation recorded a 4.5 percent increase compared to the previous 2.5 percent. “For the month of […]