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New twist in Marondera land dispute

“Council is now running around trying to get the paperwork in order, but this is happening long after stands were already allocated,” the source said.

By Staff Reporter 7h ago

Mnangagwa advisor’s cash divides Zanu PF

By Kenneth Nyangani 7h ago

Inside Zanu PF plans to change constitution

By Nqobani Ndlovu 7h ago

Succession scrap: Zanu PF bans car handouts

The ban was announced at the Zanu PF politburo, central committee and national consultative assembly meetings held in Harare between last Wednesday and Friday.

By Nqobani Ndlovu 7h ago

Harare billboard revenues raise eyebrows

Mafume said potential revenues from advertising, if properly harnessed, could fund critical upgrades to water, sanitation, and road systems.

By Gracious Daniel 7h ago

Harare billboard revenues raise eyebrows

Businesswoman scammed of US$500k

“The scammers presented themselves as important figures from a reputable company, which made me trust them, and I introduced them to my team, believing they were legitimate.”

By Pride Nyamupangedengu 7h ago

Zimra ordered to release ex-soldier’s luxury car

Zimra's own filings noted her absence was under six months, contradicting the emigration claim.

By Desmond Chingarande 7h ago

Zimra ordered to release ex-soldier’s luxury car

Sikhala’s story moves EU MPs

European IPU human rights programme officer, Roberto Rodriguez Valencia, said the international body was seized with Sikhala’s address.

By Kirsty Sibanda 7h ago

Tech tracking to tackle human-wildlife conflict in Hwange

The EarthRanger app -- used in 80 countries, according to its developers -- is "highly effective," Zimparks acting public relations manager, Tamirirashe Mudzingwa, told AFP.

By Kudzanai Musengi 7h ago

Tech tracking to tackle human-wildlife conflict in Hwange

Stranded Zvimba families blame their plight on corrupt Zanu PF, government bigwigs

Many now sleep in the open along the Harare–Chirundu Highway and use nearby bushes as toilets.

By Nunurai Jena 7h ago

Stranded Zvimba families blame their plight on corrupt Zanu PF, government bigwigs

Chigubhu lanterns: School children turn waste into renewable energy

The lantern is charged at school during the day using renewable energy and Ben takes it home daily after school, giving her about four hours of portable lighting.

By Farai Shawn Matiashe 7h ago

Chigubhu lanterns: School children turn waste into renewable energy

Zimbawean businessman secures major regional contracts

The businessman's office in South Africa also confirmed the developments, saying the new projects reflect growing confidence in local entrepreneurship on the regional market.

By Staff Reporter Dec. 5, 2025

Zimbawean businessman secures major regional contracts

Dube's hand of compassion transforms communities

It is this conviction that birthed the S & M Hand of Compassion, a charity arm of River Valley Group, named after Dube and her husband Mncedisi Dube.

By Staff Reporter Dec. 5, 2025

Dube's hand of compassion transforms communities

Africa’s Power of Purpose: 10 Foundations to Watch in 2026

where purpose is measured not in dollars, but in dignity

By The Standard Dec. 2, 2025

Africa’s Power of Purpose: 10 Foundations to Watch in 2026

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Mass evictions leave hundreds stranded

The evictions, carried out in the early hours of Friday, affected residents of the informal and peri-urban settlements in Zvimba East, many of whom had lived in

By Brent Shamu and Nunurai Jena Nov. 30, 2025

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Mnangagwa ally’s wings clipped

Garwe, a vocal proponent of the controversial Zanu PF campaign to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term in office despite the 10-year limit set in the constitution

By Nqobani Ndlovu Nov. 30, 2025

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Education ministry plots new five-year strategy

Officially opening the Joint Sector Performance Review Workshop in Harare, the ministry’s permanent secretary, Moses Mhike, described the event as a pivotal

By Pride Nyamupangedengu Nov. 30, 2025

Education ministry plots new five-year strategy

Village head up for stock theft

A village head is in remand prison after he was arrested for allegedly being the ringleader in the theft of cattle in Mushumbi pools.

By Simbarashe Sithole Nov. 30, 2025

Shot in the arm for people with disabilities

Speaking at the handover ceremony, Mashonaland West Provincial Affairs and Devolution minister Marian Chombo hailed the initiative.

By Staff Reporter Nov. 30, 2025

Shot in the arm for people with disabilities

Complaints commission spreads its wings

Established in 2024, the Zimbabwe Independent Complaints Commission (ZICC) has commissioners with vast expertise in law, psychology, security and the medical field.

By Staff Reporter Nov. 30, 2025

Gono ZWL137m case: Couple set free

The couple Aisha Ndoda Makoni and Clark Clever Makoni were denying the charges.

By Nqobani Ndlovu Nov. 30, 2025

Workers loot ZiG500k from Harare council

The stunning disclosure of the digital fraud came to light during a full council meeting at Town House last week, sparking outrage among councillors.

By Gracious Daniel Nov. 30, 2025

Workers loot ZiG500k from Harare council

United Methodists Church in Zimbabwe seeks to find its way after fights over LGBTQ+ rights

Hinn had just come through town for a “Healing Crusade,” a two-day summit that broadcasted Hinn’s controversial set of teachings commonly known as the prosperity gospel.

By Liam Adams and Andrew Nelles Nov. 30, 2025

United Methodists Church in Zimbabwe seeks to find its way after fights over LGBTQ+ rights

Childhood cancer burden remains high

Children living with HIV face a significantly higher risk of developing certain cancers — particularly lymphomas and Kaposi sarcoma, an official has said.

By Vanessa Gonye Nov. 25, 2025