Lessons for Zimbabwe from China’s sustainable industrialisation and economic development
Landline telephones were once a luxury, China now leads the world in 5G connectivity.
By Zhou Ding
Apr. 24, 2025
Power utility warns over ‘bush’ electricians
By Staff Reporter
Apr. 20, 2025
Mom gets court protection against drug addict son
Mercy Chidzamba accused her son Tendai Chitera of also stealing her belongings to fund his drug habits.
By Simbarashe Sithole
Apr. 20, 2025
Judge gives nod to UZ lecturers strike
In a landmark ruling, Justice Chikowore agreed that AUT members and supporters can sing, dance, wave placards, conduct prayers and have solidarity speeches.
By Nunurai Jena
Apr. 20, 2025
Govt sinks US$10m into chaotic Uhuru fete
However, on Friday the poor workmanship at the stadium was exposed following heavy rains that left the pitch waterlogged due to a poor drainage system.
By Kenneth Nyangani
Apr. 20, 2025
Woman seeks protection against stepchildren
Helema Tsongora alleged that she was living in fear of her stepchildren Tafara and Liah after they physically assaulted her.
By Rejoice Phiri
Apr. 20, 2025
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Stolen childhood: Dreams shattered as child marriages threaten poor girls’ lives and health in Hurungwe
Child marriage predominantly affects girls who live in poverty, in rural areas and farming communities.
By Moses Mugugunyeki
Apr. 20, 2025
Siblings clash over father’s tombstone
Esther Chirume told the court that her brother, Admire Chirume, became violent after she and her siblings proposed placing a tombstone at their father’s grave.
By Rejoice Phiri
Apr. 20, 2025
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Army evicts national hero’s disabled widow, children
Vezha died in April 2024 in a road traffic accident alongside other army officers Major Thabani Ncube, Major Mqondisi Gumbo and one Sergeant Chakabaiwa.
By Nqobani Ndlovu
Apr. 20, 2025
I have passion to change lives, says Muteyiwa
The Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (Potraz) deputy director, marketing and international relations Sibo Muteyiwa
By In Conversation With Trevor
Apr. 20, 2025
MPs demand answers on Mnangagwa cash schemes
President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s investment advisor to the United Arab Emirates, Paul Tungwarara, is coordinating most of the presidential support schemes.
By Harriet Chikandiwa
Apr. 20, 2025
Sex worker steals US$900 from client
Tinashe Machingafa had no option, but to report the sex worker Monalisa Mutize to the police.
By Simbarashe Sithole
Apr. 20, 2025
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Chrome miner’s operations along railway line called into question
NRZ spokesperson Andrew Kunambura condemned the encroachment, saying the mining activities were unauthorised and risked damaging the railway line.
By Problem Masau
Apr. 20, 2025
Bard Santner eyes North American market at Seeff Zimbabwe Diaspora Property Showcase
The US event is part of its strategy to provide a platform and channel for Zimbabweans and US investors seeking to come into the country and region.
By Own Correspondent
Apr. 17, 2025
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2030 fallout: Chiwenga warns Mnangagwa ally
Chiwenga was in Gweru last Wednesday to officially hand over the Independence Day flame to Midlands province where Ncube, popularly known as Mudha, was the host.
By Nqobani Ndlovu
Apr. 13, 2025
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Mnangagwa’s draconian NGOs law backfires
EU ambassador to Zimbabwe Jobst von Kirchmann yesterday said the signing of the law had reinforced negative trends on governance.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Apr. 13, 2025
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Chamisa says stands for MPs part of ED2030 plot
Zanu PF is pushing for Mnangagwa’s term extension despite the fact that Zimbabwe’s constitution only allows presidents to serve two five year terms.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Apr. 13, 2025
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A way out of the crisis: Prominent Zimbabweans revive push for alternative to elections
Mandaza said “elections have failed to ensure the ‘Zimbabwe we want,” adding that only dialogue to bring about an NTA is the solution.
By Nqobani Ndlovu
Apr. 13, 2025
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Zimbabwe’s student leaders under siege
Zimbabwe National Students Union (Zinasu) president, Emmanuel Sitima, told The Standard that student leaders across the country were under siege.
By Takudzwa Munemo
Apr. 13, 2025
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Cheated farmer exposes pfumvudza deception
Maiswa claimed that government officials during the launch alleged that he was a recipient of the pfumvudza presidential scheme yet he was not.
By Silas Nkala
Apr. 13, 2025
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Blessed Mhlanga seeks ConCourt intervention
Mhlanga, who is represented by lawyers Chris Mhike and Doug Coltart, said the section under which he is charged imposed an unfair burden on journalists.
By Desmond Chingarande
Apr. 13, 2025
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Govt stands divide CCC legislators
CCC legislators alleged that Zanu PF authorities were hand-picking beneficiaries without proper structures in place.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Apr. 13, 2025
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Granny in trouble for kidnapping daughter for exorcism
The complainant reportedly refused to comply with the order that the five accused gave her.
By Jairos Saunyama
Apr. 13, 2025
NRZ foreman, supervisor face theft charges
Prosecutors said on February 18 this year at the NRZ Lochinvar Motive Power Depot in Harare, the two connived to steal some equipment from the workshop.
By Trevor Mutsvairo
Apr. 13, 2025
Pope Francis makes surprise first appearance at Vatican after hospital stay
Francis usually offers a weekly noon-time prayer in St. Peter's Square on Sundays. But he has not been able to do this since February 9, before going to hospital.
By Reuters
Apr. 6, 2025
Lake Chivero land dispute, 70 families face eviction
They were arrested and will be back in court on April 10 to answer to charges of public violence and destruction of property.
By Staff Reporter
Apr. 6, 2025
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Why impeachment is a big issue for Mnangagwa
Geza, who is also a war veteran and former Zanu PF MP, said the process to impeach Mnangagwa would kick-start when Parliament resumes sitting, probably this week.
By Miriam Mangwaya and Problem Masau
Apr. 6, 2025
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Cross in hot soup over Mnangagwas graft claims
Cross said a day after the interview with Mnangagwa where he told him that he recognised that he should not have involved his family.
By Staff Reporter
Apr. 6, 2025
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Prosecutor general on the spot over Chimombe, Mpofu saga
They cited Matanda-Moyo, JSC and Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs minister Ziyambi Ziyambi as first to third respondents respectively.
By Desmond Chingarande
Apr. 6, 2025
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Stolen childhood: Dreams shattered as child marriages threaten poor girls’ lives and health in Hurungwe
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Apr. 20, 2025
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