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New NGO law threatens to turn CSOs from ‘watchdogs’ to ‘lapdogs’
Observers say such language creates a chilling effect: groups may self-censor or curtail advocacy to avoid prosecution.
By Christopher Mahove
6h ago
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UNDP’s VBUs transform lives in rural Nyanga
Makombe said they are encouraging their farmers to grow crops the organic way and to invest in value addition of the crops.
By Vanessa Gonye
6h ago
Beijing, Moscow, Washington: Is this a new scramble for Zim?
“Zimbabwe has extracted billions of dollars worth of minerals over the past two decades,” Tendai Moyo, senior economist at the University of Zimbabwe, said.
By Lovemore Nyawo
20h ago
Ritual of democracy: Museveni’s 7th term and tragedy of silence
The greatest tragedy is that Africa’s youth, now the demographic majority and the continent’s most vital constituency, have done nothing to deserve this betrayal.
By Wellington Muzengeza
21h ago
Price stability on paper, strain in practice
Compounding this is the reality that many prices, rents and contracts remain denominated or indexed in US dollars.
By The Zimbabwe Independent
23h ago
Valerio Sibanda tipped for cabinet post, Agriculture ministry to be restructured in new move, sources say
If confirmed, Sibanda’s appointment would continue a long-standing trend in which retired senior public officials are deployed into strategic civilian roles.
By Freeman Makopa
Jan. 30, 2026
UNDP extends support to vulnerable groups
Speaking during a tour of the Takunda community business unit in ward 3, Mutare Rural, UNDP country representative Odusola said they intended to engage the government on an expansion plan.
By Vanessa Gonye
Jan. 30, 2026
Government warns rogue housing co-operatives
The directive was delivered by Women Affairs deputy minister Kiven Mutimbanyoka during a tour of the Hatcliffe Housing Union Co-operative on Wednesday.
By Belindah Chikandiwa
Jan. 30, 2026
Culture, commerce and community unite at Harare Chinese New Year
Mangomeli revealed that the DreamStar Troupe, which will be featuring celebrated alumni from previous Dream Star competitions, will take centre stage.
By Tendai Sauta
Jan. 30, 2026
