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International investigative journalist Sigfrido Ranucci speaks on Zimbabwe corruption case probe by Italian investors

Journalism should be neither promotional nor destructive

By Kenneth Nyangani 19h ago

International investigative journalist Sigfrido Ranucci speaks on Zimbabwe corruption case probe by Italian investors

ZTTU dinner boosts qualifiers push

By Austin Karonga 23h ago

Eight on the bounce for relentless Scottland

By Henry Mhara 23h ago

Zimbabwe Warriors need a "Middleman"

Our opinion is that the person should be a full-time employee of Zifa as his job should extend far beyond the Warriors but also to the Mighty Warriors and the Young Warriors.

By Michael Kariati 23h ago

Sikandar Raza returns for Chevrons

The star all-rounder cut short his stint with English county side Worcestershire during a crucial stage of their Vitality Blast campaign to honor his international obligations.

By Munyaradzi Madzokere 23h ago

Loving and losing

To his great surprise and disbelief, she is not impressed; indeed, she goes further and declares that if he does love her then he must lose. Lose?

By Tim Middleton 23h ago

Scouts hunt for Zimbabwe’s future champions

Sanyati South District is hosting the tournament. Speaking with Mashonaland West NAPH chairperson Amon Mlilo, he confirmed that hosting arrangements are complete.

By Azriel Chimeno 23h ago

Scouts hunt for Zimbabwe’s future champions

Cash, keys and constitutional contamination

The Ministry of Local Government even formally acknowledged this pledge in a letter.

By Doctor Stop It 23h ago

Cash, keys and constitutional contamination

Ngezi snatch victory in five goal thriller

Ngezi responded with immediate pressure.

By Munyaradzi Madzokere 23h ago

Ngezi snatch victory in five goal thriller

New DeMbare boss targets African glory

While acknowledging the weight of expectations, the former Azam and Aduana Stars gaffer made it clear that he wants to make a serious impact in Africa.

By Munyaradzi Madzokere 23h ago

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Inside Zesa’s billion dollar debt crisis

Zesa Holdings’ senior manager for electricity trading and operations, John Diya, said the utility’s debt had continued to rise.

By Blessed Ndlovu 23h ago

Inside Zesa’s billion dollar debt crisis

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Broken promises leave returning families destitute in Beitbridge

The volatile security climate prompted the Zimbabwean embassy in Pretoria and the government in Harare to organise emergency bus evacuations via Beitbridge.

By Nizbert Moyo 23h ago

Broken promises leave returning families destitute in Beitbridge

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CAB3: Chiwenga stuns Zanu PF

Chiwenga told the central committee meeting last Thursday that CAB3 was “not yet signed into law”, several Zanu PF leaders told The Standard.

By Staff Reporter 23h ago

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Chamisa backtracks on Chiwenga jibe

Chiwenga gave a sermon last weekend about Jesus waking up Lazarus, a message seen as referring to his role in saving the constitution from CAB3.

By Staff Reporter 23h ago

Brother in House Zimbabwe gains momentum

They said the growing confidence from the corporate sector demonstrates increasing belief in the show's potential to become one of Zimbabwe's flagship entertainment productions.

By Style Reporter 23h ago

Brother in House Zimbabwe gains momentum

TelOne, FC Platinum share spoils

A minute later, FC Platinum turned on the screws on the counter. Divine Mhindirira burst down the wing and forced a goal-line save from Takudzwa Chikosi.

By Terry Madyauta 23h ago

Earthquip cues up massive pool sponsorship

In an exclusive interview with The Sports Hub, Tatenda Mutombo, the proprietor of Earthquip said, "Our sponsorship is not just a token contribution but it is a long-term commitment.’

By Sports Reporter 23h ago

Earthquip cues up massive pool sponsorship

CBZ triumphs at Interbank Golf Tournament

Gibson Sibanda claimed second place individually with 39 points.

By Munyaradzi Madzokere 23h ago

CBZ triumphs at Interbank Golf Tournament

Billions at risk in Zim’s procurement system

The assessment noted that the surge in procurement between 2022 and 2024 was largely driven by construction and major infrastructure projects before activity slowed.

By Blessed Ndlovu 23h ago

Billions at risk in Zim’s procurement system

Innocent Kaia: From the wilderness to the promised land

Kaia was the standout performer as Zimbabwe thrashed Bangladesh by an innings and 85 runs in the one-off Test, but the story behind that innings runs far deeper than a scorecard.

By Austin Karonga 23h ago

Innocent Kaia: From the wilderness to the promised land

OpenAI, SpaceX and the mega-IPO buzz: What every Zimbabwean investor should know

Some of the world's biggest companies, including Google, Amazon and Facebook, all started their public journeys through IPOs.

By Isaac Jonas 23h ago

OpenAI, SpaceX and the mega-IPO buzz: What every Zimbabwean investor should know

Sadc is to blame for the migration crisis

African leadership must be able to address the complex problems that plague election theft on the continent. It is now a persistent issue that needs immediate attention.

By Leonard Koni 23h ago

Sadc is to blame for the migration crisis

Implications of Zim’s National AI Strategy on freedom of expression, privacy, and access to information

The strategy sets out eight guiding principles, including human-centric and ethical AI, transparency, inclusivity, and non-discrimination.

By Misa Zimbabwe 23h ago

Implications of Zim’s National AI Strategy on freedom of expression, privacy, and access to information

Great nations are built by coalitions—not clones, and certainly not clowns

Democracy is not the art of eliminating differences. It is the art of managing them in pursuit of the common good.

By Jameson Z Timba 23h ago

Great nations are built by coalitions—not clones, and certainly not clowns

Editorial Comment: Give fleeing citizens reason to stay

Questions remain over the role of private pledges, such as the US$1 million offered by the Bridging Gaps Foundation, highlighting the precarious nature of this state-led rescue.

By The Standard 23h ago

Editorial Comment: Give fleeing citizens reason to stay

Fear and hope at Musina border as immigrants return home

What began as a desperate huddle at the Musina Showgrounds has now shifted to a rapidly constructed repatriation centre at Musina Proefplaas, 20km outside of town.

By Staff Reporter 23h ago

Fear and hope at Musina border as immigrants return home

Meki: Motherhood, stigma and a healing calling

As a perinatal psychologist and founder of Salt Africa, Meki is breaking the silence surrounding maternal mental health in Zimbabwe — a field often dismissed or misunderstood.

By In Conversation With Trevor 23h ago