Zim Lifts Cement Import Limits

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Zimbabwe has scrapped restrictions on cement imports after prices jumped about 40% in two months amid a construction boom, production breakdowns and reduced inflows from Zambia. The government says the move aims to ease shortages that have stalled projects and driven 50kg bag prices to US$17. Local output remains unstable due to power issues, clinker shortages and plant failures, though new capacity, including the Huaxin plant opening next year, may bring relief.