Story by Bruce Chahwanda, Political Editor
PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa is set to officially commission a US$100 million tobacco processing plant in Harare this Wednesday, marking a significant milestone in the Second Republic’s drive to promote value addition in Zimbabwe’s key agricultural sectors.
The facility, developed by Cut-Right Processors (CRP), features dual production lines, advanced electronic add-back systems, and a fully equipped quality control laboratory. The investment underscores the government’s broader industrialisation agenda and its focus on export-led growth.
Tobacco remains a cornerstone of Zimbabwe’s economy. During the previous marketing season, farmers produced 353 million kilogrammes of the crop, generating over US$1.1 billion in export earnings. The new plant is expected to enhance the quality, consistency, and competitiveness of locally processed tobacco, boosting national revenues and providing opportunities for smallholder and commercial farmers alike.
