Import bill surges to US$9 billion

The 2023/24 season saw Zimbabwe experience its worst drought in 40 years, significantly affecting agricultural output and prompting the government to allow increased imports of strategic grains.

ZIMBABWE’S import bill increased by 4,9 percent to US$9,1 billion in 2024, from US$8,7 billion in 2023, largely due to increased grain imports following the El Niño-induced drought, which severely impacted the 2023-24 agricultural season.The 2023/24 season saw Zimbabwe experience its worst drought in 40 years, significantly affecting agricultural output and prompting the government to…

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