‘How art saved my life during the liberation struggle’

“So I always remember that time when I was pulled out of the jaws of sure death at because I was one of the three artists who were taken away by the leaders there. 
By Zivisai Chagaka 22h ago
ZPC Kariba, FC Platinum share spoils
FC Platinum coach Norman Mapeza
By Obert Siamilandu Nov. 2, 2025
From WhatsApp to the world: Samantha Rumbidzai Vazhure’s publishing journey
It was a poetry collection titled Inanga, and I had hoped to publish it through a Zimbabwean publishing house.
By Samantha Rumbidzai Vazhure Nov. 2, 2025
Chicken Inn remain in relegation matrix after Makepekepe stalemate
Chicken Inn assistant coach Philani Mabhena said he was disappointed with the result, believing his side had done enough to win the match.
By Fortune Mbele Nov. 2, 2025
Chevrons seek consolation
It is the setting for what is now a final roll of the dice for the home sideas they face the white-hot threat of a series whitewash against an in-form Afghanistan.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Nov. 2, 2025
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Chiwenga vs ED: MPs face the axe
Mnangagwa’s loyalists are said to be pushing for the extension of 83-year-old ruler’s term to block Vice President Constantino Chiwenga from succeeding him.
By Nqobani Ndlovu and Harriet Chikandiwa Nov. 2, 2025
Why Walter Magaya was arrested
Police spokesperson commissioner Paul Nyathi said Magaya (41) had been arrested by a crack team in the early hours on rape and fraud charges.
By Staff Reporter Nov. 2, 2025
Rogue cops sell uniforms to criminals
This emerged at the Harare magistrates court when three police officers stationed at Chitungwiza were being charged with the theft of police uniforms.
By Trevor Mutsvairo Nov. 2, 2025
CIO boss nabbed for dealing cocaine
Francis Gerald Mugoni (34) was remanded in custody by Harare magistrate Tapiwa Kuhudzai.
By Desmond Chingarande Nov. 2, 2025
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Sapes bombing: Police tight lipped
The Sapes Trust conference room was bombed in the early hours of last Tuesday morning, just hours before opposition politicians were scheduled to hold a
By Miriam Mangwaya Nov. 2, 2025
Madzibaba Veshanduko bail ruling set for tomorrow
Karembera appeared before magistrate Tapiwa Kuhudzai on Friday where the ruling was expected to be delivered.
By Trevor Mutsvairo Nov. 2, 2025
Harare struggles to recover ZiG 2,1bn
This was disclosed during the presentation of the proposed 2026 budget by the finance committee chairperson, councillor Coster Mande.
By Gracious Daniel Nov. 2, 2025
Harare official under fire over workshops invite
His presence was questioned by Harare mayor Jacob Mafume, who challenged who had invited him given the position was no longer recognised.
By Kenneth Nyangani Nov. 2, 2025
Ex-soldier in land grabbing storm
The development has sparked tension within the community, with some villagers claiming the former soldier never consulted them.
By Brent Shamu Nov. 2, 2025
Anti –Mnangagwa term extension activist’s family lives in fear
Mbwende, a member of the Constitutional Defence Forum, told The Standard that he was not home during the attack, but his mother and sister were assaulted by the assailants.
By Staff Reporter Nov. 2, 2025
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Temba Mliswa: Zimbabwe’s most accomplished political opportunist or man of principle?
The story of Mliswa’s political journey is not merely one of changing parties.
By Problem Masau Nov. 2, 2025
Authorities must act on arson attacks
Zimbabwe last Tuesday woke up to the alarming images of the Sapes Trust offices in Harare’s Belegravia area having been burnt down.
By The Standard Nov. 2, 2025
The next shot!
Sportsmen people need to be positive people. The next shot will be better; the next hole will be better; the next round, the next match will be better.
By Tim Middleton Nov. 2, 2025
Doubts over Scottland Soccer Star
Surely, Mabviravira's top performer throughout the season was Kelvin Moyo but was he better than say Emmanuel Ziocha of Simba Bhora, Washington Navaya
By Michael Kariati Nov. 2, 2025
The fast track to Paris: Makarawu's unyielding race to the world stage
At just 25, the national record holder has sprinted his way from the dusty tracks of Bindura to the luminous starting blocks of the World Championships and the Paris Olympics.
By Darius Mutamba Nov. 2, 2025
SPX top stocks: Simple strategies from Wall Street winners for Zim investors
The year 2025 has been a strong year for several standout companies. These stocks didn’t just rise — they soared, showing what’s possible when innovation meets discipline:
By Isaac Jonas Nov. 2, 2025
User experience design and entrepreneurship
To achieve this, products must be designed to be user-friendly, effective, and enjoyable.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Nov. 2, 2025
Masie pushes for  AI use for new value creation
Masie made the remarks during the just-ended fourth edition of the In Conversation with Trevor Ideas Festival under the theme The Future of Human Capital,
By Melody Chikono Nov. 2, 2025
TN CyberTech Bank breaks new ground
According to the deal, buyers would pay a 10% deposit and the balance at an 18% annual interest rate.
By Melody Chikono Nov. 2, 2025
Where have all the pupils gone?
The flowers are picked by young girls who give them to young men who go to war who then end up in graveyards where more flowers are placed.
By Tim Middleton Nov. 2, 2025