Story by Abigirl Tembo
GOVERNMENT has reported progress in agriculture, currency stability and investment, alongside measures to address skills gaps and improve access to information, following deliberations at the 11th Cabinet meeting of 2026.
The meeting reviewed and approved a series of reports and policy updates covering agriculture, economic performance, infrastructure development, human capital and the information sector, reflecting ongoing implementation of national priorities.
Cabinet approved the 2026 Second Round Crop, Livestock and Fisheries Assessment, as well as the Cotton Production Remedial Measures report.
“Cabinet noted and approved the 2026 Second Round Crop, Livestock and Fisheries Assessment and the Cotton Production Remedial Measures Reports as presented by the Minister of Agriculture, Mechanisation and Water Resources Development. The Assessment Report shows outcomes of estimated crop, livestock and fisheries production for the 2025/2026 summer season,” said the Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Dr Zhemu Soda.
The Government also adopted measures to strengthen agricultural resilience and support national food self-sufficiency.
On investment, Cabinet approved a Public-Private Partnership for bulk infrastructure development at Lot 1 of Jafuta Estate within the Masuwe Special Economic Zone in Victoria Falls.
“The Masuwe Special Economic Zone is a flagship National Development Project established in September 2018 to transform Victoria Falls into a diversified, high-value hub integrating tourism, financial services and sustainable real estate. The zone covers 1 200 hectares of Jafuta Estate and is strategically located within the Kavango-Zambezi Transfrontier Conservation Area,” Dr Soda said.
Economic stability also featured prominently, with Cabinet receiving an update on the performance of the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency from the Minister of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion, Professor Mthuli Ncube, amid ongoing efforts to strengthen confidence in the local unit.
Cabinet further reviewed progress in human capital development, including initiatives to build a national skills database incorporating diaspora professionals and retired experts to support industrialisation and job creation.
In the information sector, Government noted ongoing efforts to modernise broadcasting infrastructure through studio upgrades and expanded community outreach to improve nationwide access to information.
Cabinet said the reforms and investments across these sectors are laying a stronger foundation for economic growth, productivity and improved livelihoods, with implementation remaining the key focus going forward.
