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High fuel prices: Zim youths cash in on fuel smuggling

His destination is the bustling market in Nyakamete Industrial Area in Mutare, a hub known for its vibrant black-market fuel trade.
By Clayton Masekesa 1h ago

Beyond the minerals mafia narrative: African sovereignty and strategic partnership

In several cases, these CSOs align with domestic political opposition, and their criticism of Chinese investment serves as a proxy to challenge incumbent governments.
By Debra Manyasi 4h ago

Commissions of inquiry: Much ado about nothing

President Emmerson Mnangagwa ordered the publication of the long-awaited Commission of Inquiry report on the sale of state land since 2005, which was led by retired judge Justice Tendai Uchena.
By Eddie Zvinonzwa 11h ago

Medical aid shake-up triggers alarm

They warned that dismantling the current model without a viable affordable alternative can push thousands of Zimbabweans out of medical aid coverage.
By Kenneth Nyangani 12h ago

Kampala Declaration to boost food security gathers dust in Zim

Agriculture minister Anxious Masuka, however, agreed that Zimbabwe is behind time in domesticating the Kampala Declaration.
By Obert Siamilandu 12h ago

‘Funeral policies become a burden, not blessing’

In separate interviews, policyholders called on funeral assurance providers to clearly explain policy terms, waiting periods, exclusions, surrender values and pay-out structures.
By Tatenda Kunaka 12h ago

ZiG is legal tender. So why can't you use it online?

But yet there is a digital glitch in the matrix. If you try to book a ride-hailing app, or pay for groceries on a local website, your ZiG card often feels like a plastic coaster.
By Valentine Maya May. 7, 2026

Review of "China's minerals mafia: A global pattern of corruption, environmental destruction and human rights abuse”

Media reporting from outlets including Daily Maverick, Dialogue Earth, Wall Street Journal, and New Zimbabwe is moderate strength as secondary sourcing.
By Debra Manyasi May. 7, 2026

Policy inconsistency, costs weigh on Zimbabwe industry

Industry and Commerce permanent secretary Tadeous Chifamba said authorities were strengthening enforcement of local content policies.
By Blessed Ndlovu May. 7, 2026