Migration Fallout: Anti-migrant protests in South Africa triggered a mass exodus of over 160,000 people, leaving farms and vineyards short-staffed and pushing Zimbabwean workers to describe “deserted fields” and looming harvest gaps. Security Ahead of 31 July: Zimbabwe Republic Police says it has deployed nationwide to maintain law and order as calls for protests over Constitutional Amendment Act No. 3 circulate. Opposition Death Probe Demands: Nelson Chamisa and the Constitution Defenders Forum condemned the death of a Chitungwiza man, alleging politically motivated assault and calling for an independent investigation. Municipal Policing Debate: Walter Mzembi warns that municipal police arrest powers under a new Municipal Police and Courts Bill could increase harassment of ordinary citizens. Education Jobs Pressure: The education minister says teachers who graduated from 2019 are still awaiting employment due to recruitment sequencing, not a shortage. Roads & Tolls: ZINARA and RIDA widen Inkomo Tollgate to six lanes and begin rolling out e-tolling to cut congestion. Mining & Policy: Mine Entra’s Exploration Symposium, headlined by VP Chiwenga, pushes for more mineral exploration, while Chamber of Mines urges lithium exploration and Chamber of Mines calls for sustained investment. Health Funding Row: Government defends rejecting a US$367m US health package, citing unacceptable conditions including biological data requests. IMF & Budget Watch: Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube is set to present the 2026 Mid-Term Budget Review after IMF completed Zimbabwe’s first SMP review, with expectations for livelihood-focused measures. Environment & Wetlands: Binga wetlands restoration under a climate resilience programme is improving food security and livelihoods, while Chief Wonondo urges miners to protect land and prevent pollution.