Zimbabwe’s merchandise exports climbed 61% to $10.4 billion between January and September 2026, whereas value-added exports elevated 68% to $671 million. The figures put the nation on track towards its aim of producing $1 billion in value-added exports by 2030. Talking at a commerce discussion board in Harare, the CEO of the nation’s commerce promotion company urged native producers to construct stronger relationships with worldwide consumers, arguing it can increase exports and make the nation extra productive. He cited enterprise connections in Bulawayo which have linked corporations with prospects in South Africa and Angola as examples. Zimbabwe’s international affairs and worldwide commerce secretary inspired producers to shift from uncooked commodities to processed and manufactured items, arguing that worth addition creates jobs and boosts earnings.
