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In Africa, the oppressor can be your own brother

This raises a difficult question: if Africa’s defining narrative is oppression from outside, how do we account for Africans turning on each other?

By Jacob Mutisi 2h ago

In Africa, the oppressor can be your own brother

Bulawayo mayor courts French investors

The meeting, held on Wednesday, focused on partnerships as the city seeks to strengthen relations with other nations.

By Patricia Sibanda 21h ago

South African court orders Zambia to return former president's body

According to the statement, the transfer occurred after Lungu's family were unable to "proceed with their case" at the appeals court.

By Bbc News 21h ago

South African court orders Zambia to return former president's body

Local firms targeted in new intra-African trade push

Despite AfCFTA’s significant potential to drive economic development, a limited understanding of its technical provisions and practical applications continues to slow full adoption by businesses.

By Business Reporter 23h ago

Local firms targeted in new intra-African trade push

Puma opens Mhandamabwe rural fuel retail station

PUMA Energy Zimbabwe general manager Patrick Ngugu said location should not hinder one from accessing energy.

By Sukuoluhle Ndlovu Apr. 23, 2026

Puma opens Mhandamabwe rural fuel retail station

ALEC 2026 conference: 2 Zim creatives among panellists

The conference is a pan-African platform dedicated to strengthening the business infrastructure of live entertainment across the continent.

By Khumbulani Muleya Apr. 23, 2026

ALEC 2026 conference: 2 Zim creatives among panellists

Chiwenga turns to mining companies to revive NRZ

THE government is seeking to establish a partnership that includes mining companies and other bulk commodity movers to revive National Railways of Zimbabwe.

By Nizbert Moyo Apr. 23, 2026

Chiwenga turns to mining companies to revive NRZ

Anti-immigrant march in SA sparks xenophobic attack fears

Chairperson of the African Development Consortium, Butholezwe Nyathi, said Zimbabweans were particularly concerned about their safety.

By Silas Nkala Apr. 23, 2026

Anti-immigrant march in SA sparks xenophobic attack fears

China’s 12 technological breakthroughs: A new path for Africa and Zimbabwe to end tech monopoly and achieve self-reliance

Chinese enterprises led by BYD have secured global competitiveness in power battery research and vehicle manufacturing, accelerating the expansion of the global NEV industry.

By Roxette Mikela pazvakavambwa Apr. 22, 2026