News

Premium

How power, politics and land barons are feeding a growing land crisis in Zvimba

Manhanzva is not the only high-ranking political figure whose name features prominently in this widening web.

By Kenneth Nyangani 29m ago

How power, politics and land barons are feeding a growing land crisis in Zvimba

Stock exchanges group bullish as new bourse readies for debut

By Tatira Zwinoira 29m ago

Letter to my people: Why Gushungo was a better leader

By Doctor Stop It 32m ago

A liberated Zimbabwe church after UMC splintering points to historic shift

Old Mutare Mission has weathered the storm.

By Liam Adams and Andrew Nelles 32m ago

Premium

Furore over mushrooming roadblocks

Another motorist described the situation as “legalised extortion under the guise of traffic enforcement.”

By Staff Reporter 34m ago

Mash Central's young champion heads to USA

In an interview with Standard Sport, he expressed his excitement about representing his country on the international stage.

By Rufaro Kaswerakuenda 34m ago

Mash Central's young champion heads to USA

Editorial Comment: Probe abduction, torture of students

Unfortunately, Madanda and Zanga’s abduction and torture are not an isolated incident.

By The Standard 34m ago

Editorial Comment: Probe abduction, torture of students

Understanding Zanu PF’s internal dynamics around Mnangagwa’s term extension

These two factions are currently engaged in an open and public political contest. However, the divisions transcend this dichotomy of those opposed and those in favour. T

By Justice Mavedzenge 34m ago

Understanding Zanu PF’s internal dynamics around Mnangagwa’s term extension

Regional lender seeks to revive Zimbabwe’s mortgage market

Mortgage finance has been derailed by macroeconomic instability, high interest rates, liquidity constraints and the lack of long-term funding.

By Melody Chikono 34m ago

Regional lender seeks to revive Zimbabwe’s mortgage market

Letter from America: Is there another story about Mama Samia of Tanzania?

Tundu was small fish really, but commanding perhaps 25% of the electorate, with 35 seats in the house, especially in his home province of Arusha.

By Kenneth Mufuka 34m ago

Letter from America: Is there another story about Mama Samia of Tanzania?

Musicians frustrated as new Zimura board delays key appointments

During the election period, the incoming board committed to greater openness, regular engagement with musicians and reforms to royalty distribution.

By Alfred Tembo 34m ago

Musicians frustrated as new Zimura board delays key appointments

Exposed: Exploitation, coercion in Zim’s glamour world

In a world dominated by the allure of fashion, beauty, and high-profile events, modelling is often perceived as a glamorous profession filled with lots of opportunities.

By Melinda Kusemachibi 34m ago

Exposed: Exploitation, coercion in Zim’s glamour world

Zesa struggles to meet demand for transformers

Mugaviri said they need another US$17.4 million to modernise the Zent plant to boost production.

By Julia Ndlela 35m ago

Zesa struggles to meet demand for transformers

Policy gaps hobble Africa's digital dream, Zimbabwe faces stark realities

Many digital jobs are "born global," with workers and platforms transacting across continents from the outset.

By Lovemore Nyawo 36m ago

Policy gaps hobble Africa's digital dream, Zimbabwe faces stark realities

Chevrons target T20 tri-series victory in Pakistan

The series offers the Chevrons a vital chance to bounce back after a chastening 3–0 T20I whitewash against Afghanistan on home soil recently.

By Munyaradzi Madzokere 39m ago

Chevrons target T20 tri-series victory in Pakistan

School of sport: The measure of greatness

The Guest Speaker completes her speech and so the gathering knows to applaud; the actors complete the play and the audience politely applaud (even

By Tim Middleton 39m ago

School of sport: The measure of greatness

Inside Sport: There is a rat in PSL team increase

Zifa have not told us why they are so desperate for this 20-team PSL or this 20-team National First Division except that they want it done now and starting from the 2026 season.

By Michael Kariati 39m ago

Inside Sport: There is a rat in PSL team increase

Business Opinion: The customer journey map and SMEs

Mapping can benefit the arrangement of the customer journey in many ways.

By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo 39m ago

Business Opinion: The customer journey map and SMEs

Zimbabwe human rights violations are worsening

The violations recorded included gross abuses such as forced displacements, hate-motivated violence, threats, and physical assault.

By ZPP 39m ago

Zimbabwe human rights violations are worsening

Talking Green World: Deregulation, digitalisation, decarbonisation and decentralization of efficient power system

Economic challenges, such as financing the energy transition, addressing the social and economic impacts and costs, and ensuring a fair and just transition.

By Edzai Kachirekwa 39m ago

Talking Green World: Deregulation, digitalisation, decarbonisation and decentralization of efficient power system

Koenigsegg Sadairs Spear: An unusual racehorse

Jesko Von Koenigsegg, who is the father of the company founder Christian Von Koenigsegg, is a gentleman jockey and a passionate lifelong sportsman.

By Tendai Munhundarima 39m ago

Koenigsegg Sadairs Spear: An unusual racehorse

Kadoma businessman celebrates birthday with Jairos Jiri School for the Blind learners

Daka's decision to spend his special day with the Jairos Jiri learners was met with overwhelming gratitude and appreciation.

By Azriel Chimeno 39m ago

Kadoma businessman celebrates birthday with Jairos Jiri School for the Blind learners

The heart of the matter: The world’s greatest destination is our own backyard

Zimbabwe’s tourism sector has always offered an array of leisure, lifestyle and cultural moments for those who dare explore.

By Yvonne C Mtengwa 39m ago

The heart of the matter: The world’s greatest destination is our own backyard

Edutainment mix: St. Martin’s Day in Emganwini: Faith, renewal, and the art of becoming human

Despite the overcast sky, the grounds of St. Martin’s were alive with color, song, and purpose.

By Raymond Millagre Langa 39m ago

Edutainment mix: St. Martin’s Day in Emganwini: Faith, renewal, and the art of becoming human

Zim Footgolf names squad for Africa Championships

The international tournament will be held at the picturesque Elephant Hills Golf Course in Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe.

By Rufaro Kaswerakuenda 39m ago

Zim Footgolf names squad for Africa Championships

Zim Pool team ramps up for All Africa Pool Association tournament

Zimbabwe Pool Association (ZIPA) technical director Wellington Dhewa Chikasha, views the date change positively.

By Shepherd Mandizvidza 39m ago

Zim Pool team ramps up for All Africa Pool Association tournament

Benjamin Follett-Smith retains DP World Tour card after strong finish at Q-School

Follett-Smith’s consistent play throughout the week ensured he comfortably finished within that bracket, confirming his return to the main European circuit.

By Sports Reporter 39m ago

Benjamin Follett-Smith retains DP World Tour card after strong finish at Q-School

Embracing a cleaner Zim: A collective responsibility for public health and sustainable development

Through her leadership, we are reminded that a clean environment is a fundamental human right, essential for human dignity and well-being.

By Clever Marisa 39m ago

Embracing a cleaner Zim: A collective responsibility for public health and sustainable development

In the groove: Ibrahim Traore shares Bob Marley’s vision

What Bob Marley saw then is what Traore sees now. Remember Bob Marley in 1979 sang:

By Fred Zindi 39m ago

In the groove: Ibrahim Traore shares Bob Marley’s vision

My one night at Rainbow Towers Hotel

Staying at RTG's Rainbow Towers Hotel and Harare International Conference Centre thus showed me why, for a country still far behind in terms of infrastructure, the experience.

By Tatira Zwinoira 39m ago