Crime and underdevelopment: Why Zim must address root causes, not just symptoms
The future of Zimbabwe depends not only on reducing crime, but on addressing the conditions that allow crime to thrive.
By Mitchel Zvingowaniseyi
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ZRP rallies Marondera residents to combat crime
THE Zimbabwe Republic Police has called on Marondera communities to become active partners in the fight against violent crime and road carnage, warning that silence is the shield of criminals.
By Allen Mangava
May. 22, 2026
Residents clash with officials over crime, service delivery
Ward 17 councillor Sikhululekile Moyo expressed frustration over continued false promises and dishonesty on the part of technocrats about service delivery issues affecting her ward.
By Patricia Sibanda
May. 18, 2026
When borders fail, smugglers thrive
According to the study, the country is rapidly emerging as a critical transit corridor in a sprawling migrant smuggling network stretching from the Horn of Africa to South Africa.
By Newsday
Apr. 1, 2026
Child offenders’ treatment: a choice between a broken future or a reformed citizen
WHEN a child commits an offence, society often reacts swiftly and harshly and understandably so.
By Chinga Govhati and Pamellah Musimwa
Mar. 30, 2026
Zimbabwe crime surges 12% amid economic strain
ZIMBABWE experienced a sharp rise in crime during the last quarter of 2025, as cases climbed 12,1% compared to the previous quarter, latest data from the Zimbabwe National Statistical Agency
By Sharon Zebra
Mar. 30, 2026
Stronger action needed against drug networks
Border and airport security must be strengthened. Anti-corruption measures must be rigorously enforced.
By Newsday
Mar. 26, 2026
Global cartels turn Zim into drug hub
Authorities are grappling with the proliferation of drug dealing and abuse, struggling to curb the vice amid rising violence, mental health problems and other social ills linked to drug use.
By Silas Nkala
Mar. 25, 2026
Bogus estate agent in court over US$33 000 fraud
The State alleges that in December 2025, Kaodza approached Budzi, who presented himself as an estate agent, seeking assistance to purchase a house.
By Trevor Mutsvairo
Feb. 25, 2026
