The Markets Ledger

Eskom declares war on solar powered houses in South Africa South Africa’s energy crisis has shifted from one of poor availability to high prices, with those shielding themselves from rising tariffs through using solar energy now being punished under a new pricing regime. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/eskom-dec…

10 active footballers with successful businesses Modern football is no longer just about what happens on the pitch. The game’s biggest footballers are increasingly building businesses as entrepreneurs: investing in brands, startups, real estate, hospitality, and social enterprises while still playing at the highest level. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/10-active…

TV Sales & Home extends growth run Axia Corporation’s retail unit TV Sales & Home has extended its strong growth trajectory, posting another sharp rise in sales volumes, as aggressive expansion, easier credit access and sustained consumer demand continue to drive performance. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/tv-sales-…

Banks rethink profit drivers as scrutiny tightens Zimbabwe’s banking sector is undergoing a strategic shift, with major financial institutions increasingly turning to deposit mobilisation and loan growth as regulatory pressure squeezes traditional fee income streams. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/banks-piv…

Zim firms urged to curb energy costs, seek alternatives as US-Iran war stokes inflation The Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries (CZI) has urged businesses to prioritise energy cost containment, optimize supply chains and seek alternatives, as the ongoing US-Iran conflict stokes inflation and disrupts raw materials access. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/zim-firms…

Iran warns of readiness for war and economic costs as US talks falter Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says Iran remains ready to resume direct military conflict with the United States, if negotiations fail to produce acceptable results. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/iran-warn…

BAT defends bottom line Cigarettes manufacturer British American Tobacco Zimbabwe Holdings delivered a resilient first-quarter performance, despite weaker consumer demand and rising production costs, underscoring the company’s growing focus on efficiency and market expansion. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/bat-defen…

Zim tobacco sales reach 239,7 million kg Zimbabwe has sold a total 239,748,249 kg of tobacco at an average USD 2.55 per kg since the beginning of the 2026 marketing season in March. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/zim-tobac…

New Development Bank board negotiates Zimbabwe membership The New Development Bank (NDB) – formerly known as the BRICS Development Bank – has commenced formal negotiations on Zimbabwe’s possible membership to the institution, a move that could unlock new lines of credit and alternative development financing for the country. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/new-devel…

David Beckham becomes UK's first billionaire sportsman Former England captain Sir David Beckham has become the UK's first billionaire sportsman in the 2026 Sunday Times Rich List. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/beckham-b…

Trump and Xi summit ends without any major deals signed President Donald Trump departed Beijing Friday afternoon local time without any immediate sign that the US and China have resolved thorny challenges dogging their fractious relationship, but with a freshly stabilized relationship with Chinese leader Xi Jinping – for now. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/trump-and…

Why I decided not to buy Arsenal: Aliko Dangote Aliko Dangote has revealed the real reason he abandoned his multi-billion dollar bid to buy Arsenal. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/why-i-dec…

Innscor continues strong run Diversified industrial giant Innscor Africa Limited delivered another solid trading performance in the third quarter of its 2026 financial year, with the group reporting broad-based volumes growth across key business units to reinforce its position as one of Zimbabwe’s most resilient consumer-facing corporates. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/innscor-c…

Bikita Minerals resumes lithium exports after securing licence Bikita Minerals (Private) Limited has resumed lithium concentrate exports after securing an export licence from Zimbabwe's Ministry of Mines and Mining Development. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/bikita-mi…

Only 4 African countries best positioned to dominate Africa’s industrial future The 2025 Real Economic Development (RED) Index report of industrial development is out and it has revealed that of 54 countries in Africa only four countries are structured to meet the demands of high-scale industrialization. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/only-4-af…

Delta mints cash, records US$1 billion revenue, US$210m profit Delta Corporation Limited reported a record US$1.09 billion revenue for the full year ended 31 March 2026, up 35 percent over prior year, while profit before tax surged 56 percent to US$210 million in the period. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/delta-min…

Monetary stability boosts cables maker CAFCA CAFCA Limited delivered a sharp rise in profitability for the half-year ended March 31, 2026, as stable monetary conditions and stronger infrastructure spending boosted demand across the construction sector. The cables manufacturer reported a profit for the period of US$1.83 million, up from US$587,599 recorded during the comparable period last year. themarketsledger.co.zw/post/monetary-…