AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAfrophobia Fallout: Zimbabwe says it has scaled up support for citizens fleeing anti-foreigner violence in South Africa, with 58,768 Zimbabweans now back home as of July 2—11,065 assisted by government and 47,703 self-repatriations—while more transport, food and temporary shelter continue. Road Safety Crackdown: Government has grounded all buses in Blessing Matimbe’s fleet after a fatal Harare crash, citing breaches including operating without a valid certificate of fitness or route permit. Anti-Corruption Courts: Three Murewa traffic officers were jailed for five years each for criminal abuse of office after being found with USD 975 at a roadblock without proper records. Rural Jobs Push: President Mnangagwa and Information Minister Zhemu Soda highlighted intensified rural industrialisation, including a Nuanetsi green corridor project expected to create 15,000 jobs and drive major GDP contributions. Tourism Integration: Zimbabwe backed a UN Tourism push to cut travel and trade barriers across Africa, aiming to boost connectivity and visitor flows. Local Governance & Safety: BAZ appointed Matthias Chakanyuka as substantive CEO, with a mandate to expand broadcasting access to underserved communities. Sports: Zimbabwe recalled Innocent Kaia and others to the ODI squad for Bangladesh, with Richard Ngarava set to lead.
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