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A decade after the South China Sea arbitration: Guarding the Global South against weaponised rules – An African perspective

Fundamentally, UNCLOS was never drafted to adjudicate questions of territorial ownership; it only governs secondary maritime entitlements and oceanic usage rights

By Saxon Zvina 13h ago

A decade after the South China Sea arbitration: Guarding the Global South against weaponised rules – An African perspective

The Taiwan question, national reunification, and the Global South: Why Africa’s strategic interests demand upholding the One-China principle

By Saxon Zvina 13h ago

Zanu PF ‘forcing’ villagers to celebrate Mnangagwa law

By Nqobani Ndlovu and Kenneth Nyangani Jul. 19, 2026

Tension ahead of July 31 protests

In March last year, the late outspoken war veteran Blessed Geza caused a national shutdown after he called for a similar protest against Mnangagwa.

By Nqobani Ndlovu Jul. 19, 2026

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Zanu PF rift over Bona Mugabe’s rise

The brewing stand-off exposes a deepening rift between the party’s central command and its provincial youth structures.

By Nunurai Jena Jul. 19, 2026

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Uebert Angel tipped to oust ex-general in Zanu PF

Gutu was accused of rebelling against the Constitutional Amendment Bill Number 3, which President Ennersib Mnangagwa has since signed into law.

By Kenneth Nyangani Jul. 19, 2026

Uebert Angel tipped to oust ex-general in Zanu PF

Editorial Comment: The iron fist replaces the rule of law in Zim

These men were vocal critics of the recent constitutional changes, and their bloodied faces are the state's reply to their advocacy.

By The Standard Jul. 19, 2026

Editorial Comment: The iron fist replaces the rule of law in Zim

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SA migrant crisis and Zimbabwe: A desperate race to save returnees from drug resistance

According to Parliament, more than 99 000 Zimbabweans have already been screened at ports of entry since deportations from South Africa intensified.

By Nhau Mangirazi Jul. 19, 2026

SA migrant crisis and Zimbabwe: A desperate race to save returnees from drug resistance

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Zim hotels need millions for IATF 2029

Earlier last week, industry executives revealed that hotels require between US$8 million and US$30 million each merely to refurbish existing properties.

By Concilia Mupezeni Jul. 19, 2026

Fired-up Munetsi returns to Wolves

He found his sanctuary in the French capital with Paris FC. Thrust into a fierce relegation battle in Ligue 1, Munetsi didn’t just find his footing—he found his fire.

By Munyaradzi Madzokere Jul. 19, 2026

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Pensioners sue NSSA over ‘paltry’ payouts

The application contends that NSSA’s failure to provide benefits reflecting the value of those contributions amounts to an unconstitutional deprivation of property.

By Mthandazo Nyoni Jul. 19, 2026

Pensioners sue NSSA over ‘paltry’ payouts

The price of Chimurenga: Will the lion roar or purr?

Mapfumo has rejected suggestions that accepting the performances amounts to abandoning his principles.

By Style Reporter Jul. 19, 2026

The price of Chimurenga: Will the lion roar or purr?

Luxury cars prioritised over dying hospitals

One question to the scarfed one on the economy by one editor raised eyebrows, as he preceded the question by describing the state of the economy as "unprecedented stability."

By Doctor Stop It Jul. 19, 2026

Luxury cars prioritised over dying hospitals

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ZimRe profits triple in African expansion

Total income rose 40% to US$122.16 million, while profit after tax surged 196% to US$16.7 million.

By Tatira Zwinoira Jul. 19, 2026

ZimRe profits triple in African expansion

Comedian fined for drink-driving

Chigumira was prohibited from driving for six months by the Harare magistrates’ court.

By Staff Reporter Jul. 19, 2026

Security guard jailed three years for theft

The court heard that the convict, Ishmael Stanley Chakombera (38), committed the offence in March 2025 while employed as a security guard at Valiage Enterprises (Pvt) Ltd.

By Staff Reporter Jul. 19, 2026

Security guard jailed three years for theft

Mystery shrouds MPs assault by CIO

According to sources in the security sector, the altercation began after the MPs parked in a bay reserved for Innocent Ncube, the Manicaland provincial intelligence officer.

By Staff Reporter Jul. 19, 2026

Kadoma agriculture show revived after court ruling

The Kadoma Agricultural Show will run from 24 to 26 September 2026 under the theme: 113 Years in Agriculture: Sowing Seeds and Sowing Hope.

By Azriel Chimeno Jul. 19, 2026

Kadoma agriculture show revived after court ruling

War vets directors acquitted of fraud

In delivering judgement on Friday, magistrate Artwell Sanyatwe acquitted all the accused, bringing the criminal proceedings to an end.

By Staff Reporter Jul. 19, 2026

As human-wildlife conflict rises, communities find new ways to coexist

WCA distributes predator-proof cattle bomas and automated LED lights, called lion lights, to keep livestock safe from attacks.

By Farai Shawn Matiashe Jul. 19, 2026

As human-wildlife conflict rises, communities find new ways to coexist

Fasclean, Ohmein back Zim sport

ZTTU president Noah Ferenando welcomed the partnership, saying it comes at a crucial time for the sport.

By Austin Karonga Jul. 19, 2026

Foreign-born players: A game changer for Warriors

Sceptics question their commitment. Yet evidence suggests otherwise.

By Raphael File Jul. 19, 2026

Foreign-born players: A game changer for Warriors

Bard Santner hosts Kwekwe golf tournament to drive Midlands expansion

The group is seeking to strengthen relationships with businesses while extending tailored financial solutions to one of the country’s key economic regions.

By Belinda Chiroodza Jul. 19, 2026