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- 1Zimbabwe Cuts Interest Rates Against Global Trend Amid Iran Tensions▼Zimbabwe Cuts Rates Against Global Tide as Iran Risks Persist
Zimbabwe's central bank has lowered interest rates, moving in the opposite direction to most global central banks that are holding or raising rates. The decision comes as geopolitical risks linked to Iran continue to weigh on markets. Bloomberg reported the rate cut, highlighting the country's unusual monetary path amid persistent inflation challenges and external uncertainty.
- 2Watchdog warns Zimbabwe's human rights abuses remain a concern▼'Zimbabwe's recurring patterns of human rights abuse, discrimination and coercion remain a concern', says watchdog
The watchdog Genocide Watch says Zimbabwe's recurring patterns of human rights abuse, discrimination and coercion remain a concern. The organisation highlights that longstanding abuses in the country have not abated, keeping pressure on Zimbabwe's government over its treatment of citizens and political opponents.
- 3Israeli government offices oppose $4.2 billion Zim sale●Prime Minister’s Office and Finance Ministry oppose $4.2 billion Zim sale
Israel's Prime Minister's Office and Finance Ministry are opposing the proposed $4.2 billion sale of shipping company Zim. The resistance from two key government bodies puts a major obstacle in the path of the transaction, which would be one of the largest deals in the country's shipping sector. Further details on the buyers and the grounds for the opposition have not been disclosed.
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Zimbabwe faced DR Congo in an international football fixture drawing attention across multiple countries. DR Congo came out on top, with Yoane Wissa scoring to take his international tally to eight goals in twelve matches, firing his country to victory. Fans and outlets are sharing lineups, live streaming details and reaction to the result as the match trends worldwide.
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Israel's Finance Ministry has come out against the proposed sale of Israeli shipping company Zim to Germany's Hapag-Lloyd. The move puts the government at odds over the fate of one of the country's best-known logistics firms, and raises questions about whether the deal can proceed without state backing. Details of the ministry's objections have not been disclosed.
- 6Impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Duterte begins●Impeachment Trial of Vice President Sara Zimmerman Duterte (September 23, 2026)
The Philippine Senate is holding the impeachment trial of Vice President Sara Zimmerman Duterte, with proceedings opening on September 23, 2026. The trial has drawn large public attention, with hundreds of thousands of people following the Senate's official broadcast of the proceedings. Sara Duterte, daughter of former president Rodrigo Duterte, faces impeachment charges, making this a landmark political and constitutional moment in the Philippines.
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Zimbabwe and the Democratic Republic of Congo are facing off in an international football fixture, drawing attention from fans across multiple countries. Broadcast details are widely shared, with beIN SPORTS confirming live coverage and telling viewers how and where to watch the match. Interest is high in regions with large African football followings, as both nations' supporters follow their teams' progress closely.