Editorial Comment: Constitutional integrity must prevail

For any constitutional amendment to hold legitimacy, the process must be more than a mere box-ticking exercise; it must be a genuine reflection of the people's will.
By The Standard Mar. 29, 2026
Grace tidings: Calling things that are  not as though they were
Grace tidings: Calling things that are not as though they were
Jesus destroyed the works of the devil when He raised Lazarus from the dead. If you follow Jesus, you will learn something, as He starts toward Bethany.
By Doug Mamvura Mar. 29, 2026
Tourism minister headlines children’s fundraiser
MOSH director Chantelle Shangare said tickets are priced at US$100 per person, with tables of ten going for US$1 000.
By Takemore Mazuruse Mar. 29, 2026
Rising domestic cost of America's war for Israel
The hypocritical Democrats are compiling a list of impeachable offenses against Donald J. Trump, under Article 25 of the US constitution for erratic and otherwise criminal behavior.
By Kenneth Mufuka Mar. 29, 2026
Why Africa needs bold financing models against climate change
Pledges made under the Paris Agreement, including the much-publicised US$100 billion annual climate finance commitment, have consistently fallen short.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Mar. 29, 2026
Civil society warns of atmosphere of fear as hearings begin
Zicomo firmly asserts its concerns that the outcomes of the consultations are unlikely to accurately reflect the views and needs of the Zimbabwean populace
By Zicomo Mar. 29, 2026
Talking Green: Energy: The lifeblood of economic growth and national stability
Centralised systems alone are no longer sufficient. Decentralised solutions such as microgrids, solar home systems and battery storage are transforming energy access.
By Edzai Kachirekwa Mar. 29, 2026
Why Zimbabwe’s “no” signals a deeper liberation
Sovereignty is not an accounting exercise. It is a psychological, political and generational decision.
By Tinashe E Chikodzi Mar. 29, 2026
Envisioning ESG in Zimbabwean SMEs
With the rise of ESG as an intervention for strategic retooling and structuring, our SMEs have faced challenges.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Mar. 29, 2026
What the global oil shock means for Zimbabwe
In Zimbabwe, fuel is the lifeblood of the economy. It powers transport, agriculture, mining, and industry.
By Mafa Kwanisai Mafa Mar. 29, 2026
Why a referendum is necessary for Zimbabwe
Clause 4 of the bill will extend presidential terms of office from five years to seven years. 
By Veritas Mar. 29, 2026
Downstream ambitions, structural realities: Why Zimbabwe’s lithium policy must prioritise capacity over coercion 
As Africa’s top lithium producer, Zimbabwe adopted a similar approach, abruptly banning lithium concentrate exports in February 2026 to force domestic processing into higher-value chemicals.
Zimbabwe's fuel price hike hits hard
Authorities have attributed the increases to global oil market shocks linked to the Middle East war involving the United States and Israel's war with Iran. 
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Mar. 22, 2026
Escape by a whisker
I pushed the plate away. I drank a glass of water to clear my mouth.  I looked at Mai VaMaidei across the table. She had a basket  full of  covo before her. 
By Onie Ndoro Mar. 22, 2026
When love turns into a ledger, ‘till debt do us part’
Traditionally ,Valentines Day is a celebration of affection, now masks a stark reality: many Zimbabwean couples are celebrating love while simultaneously confronting financial friction.  
By Lovemore Nyawo Mar. 22, 2026
‘Silent Walls’ exhibition — Capturing the site of memory before the walls fall
It was the culmination of a project commissioned by the Shepherds Foundation Trust with the goal of publishing a book and establishing a defining and comprehensive archive.  
By Nyadzombe Nyampenza Mar. 22, 2026
Attitude is a beatitude
Both aptitude and attitude are obviously important, but when it comes down to a choice between the two, we have to get it down to a T, and attitude is the far greater indicator of success.
By Tim Middleton Mar. 22, 2026
SMEs and the Zim national AI strategy
Why opt for SMEs instead of large firms or international subsidiaries? Zimbabwean SMEs’ unique qualities provide the explanation.  
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Mar. 22, 2026
Empowering the girl child through education: Are we doing enough?
This contrast made me reflect deeply on whether we are truly doing enough to ensure equal empowerment for every girl child, regardless of geography or background. 
By Mitchel Zvingowaniseyi Mar. 22, 2026
Lacoste’s constitutional carnage and zig-zag delusions
Hypocrisy seems to be a major characteristic of Pfee economics!!! If this ZiG is so great, why doesn't Scarfmore use it to buy his favorite scarves in bulk? 
By Doctor Stop It Mar. 22, 2026
Zim’s architects call for a design revolution
The value of architecture is something you cannot put a price to. Every piece of architecture that you see tells a story and evokes a certain emotion.
By In Conversation With Trevor Mar. 22, 2026
Motsepe should resign after decision to hand Morocco Afcon title
How could Caf  — surely in their normal senses —  even demand that Senegal return the US$10 million they received for winning Afcon 2025 —  money that was shared and spent long back. 
By Michael Kariati Mar. 22, 2026
EditorialComment: Authorities must stop war against citizens
History has demonstrated that when democratic values are under pressure, the actions of state institutions determine whether truth prevails or is buried. 
By The Standard Mar. 22, 2026
Why the boy child deserves equal care and protection
However, in the midst of these important efforts, an equally critical issue has received far less attention—the welfare and protection of the boy child. 
By Clever Marisa Mar. 22, 2026
The big picture: Oil,war and your wallet
"Brent crude briefly crossed $103 per barrel this week — the first time above $100 since August 2022. WTI crude settled at $98.71 on Friday, up 3.1% on the day alone." 
By Isaac Jonas Mar. 22, 2026
Executive consolidation by constitutional disruption: constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment Bill No.3
The government justifies extending parliamentary and presidential terms as essential to mitigating election-related “toxicity” and fostering long-term economic growth.  
By Tinashe Hofisi Mar. 22, 2026
The final frontier
The ‘Star Trek’ series might be seen as only the tip of the galaxy as so many films and books consider space.
By Tim Middleton Mar. 22, 2026
Some reflections on the Zimbabwe constitutional debate!
Of course, these constitutional provisions can be amended, but those serving during the time the amendment is done, cannot be beneficiaries.  
By Kenneth Mufuka Mar. 22, 2026