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EU Ambassador Reaffirms Commitment to Deepening EU–Zimbabwe Partnership

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HARARE – The Ambassador of the European Union to Zimbabwe, Katrin Hagemann, has reaffirmed the bloc’s commitment to strengthening relations with Zimbabwe, placing renewed emphasis...

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From AI ethics to infrastructure gaps, leaders urge deeper digital cooperation at Kuwait forum

Staff Reporter - February 24, 20260

KUWAIT CITY — Global leaders gathering in Kuwait this week said the trajectory of digital transformation will depend as much on cooperation and governance...

Zimbabweans Push Back Against Mnangagwa’s Power-Grab Scheme

Staff Reporter - February 24, 2026

HARARE – Residents of Sanyati Constituency have called on their Member of Parliament, Polite Kambamura, not to support the proposed Constitutional Amendment...

Zimbabwe turns down Trump’s $350m health deal, citing sovereignty concerns

February 24, 2026

Tagwireyi’s Ally Wanted in South Africa After Skipping Bail in Gold Smuggling Case

February 23, 2026

More nights in jail: Chatunga Mugabe and Accomplice remanded behind bars

February 23, 2026

Chatunga Mugabe ‘in high spirits’ as lawyer says defence not formally notified of new charge

February 23, 2026

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Custom Rolls-Royce Wraith heads to Zimbabwe, Mnangagwa’s People Continue to Pilage and Plunder

Staff Reporter - February 24, 2026

A customised Rolls-Royce Wraith fitted with the striking Apollo Venuum body kit is ready for delivery to Zimbabwe...

Zimbabweans Push Back Against Mnangagwa’s Power-Grab Scheme

Staff Reporter - February 24, 2026

HARARE – Residents of Sanyati Constituency have called on their Member of Parliament, Polite Kambamura, not to support...

Chatunga Linked to SA Minister, Opposition Leader in Gold Smuggling Syndicate

February 24, 2026

EU Ambassador Reaffirms Commitment to Deepening EU–Zimbabwe Partnership

February 24, 2026

Hippos invade Obert Mpofu’s home in Nyamandlovu

February 23, 2026

Garwe dismisses claims of extortion targeting headmen

February 23, 2026

War veterans warn Mnangagwa

February 22, 2026

Mystery gun deepens in Mugabe son shooting case

February 22, 2026

Newspaper makes yet another retraction and apology to Mnangagwa

February 22, 2026

Presidential Hopeful Mutsvangwa warns Mnangagwa dangers of clinging onto power

February 22, 2026

Constitutional amendment makes diaspora vote possible — Ziyambi

February 21, 2026

Zimbabwe’s Constitutional Debate Reflects Global Reassessment of Executive Tenure

February 20, 2026

Govt says Constitution Amendment targets governance bottlenecks

February 19, 2026

Chamisa wants elections with Mnangagwa

February 19, 2026

Business

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Belarus seeks Mozambique port project with Zimbabwe as strategic partner

Staff Reporter - February 24, 2026

MINSK, Belarus – Belarus has announced plans to pursue the development of a port facility in Mozambique, signalling...

Caledonia Selects Stanbic and CBZ for US$150m Facility in Vote of Confidence for Zimbabwe’s Banking Sector

Staff Reporter - February 23, 2026

LONDON – Caledonia Mining Corporation PLC has appointed Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe and CBZ Bank Limited as co-lead arrangers...

Why young Zimbabweans are turning to Chinese firms for job opportunities

February 23, 2026

CABS partners Visa to expand digital payments in Zimbabwe

February 23, 2026

South Africa Intervenes to Prevent Collapse of Tongaat Hulett as 250,000 Jobs Hang in the Balance

February 23, 2026

High interest rates, tight liquidity choke industry

February 22, 2026

Caledonia Mining Forum Signals Renewed Investor Focus on Zimbabwe

February 22, 2026

Shuntai Investments Targets 40 % Share of Zimbabwe’s Cement Market by 2027

February 21, 2026

Zimbabwe Deepens US Engagement Amid Global Critical Minerals Race

February 19, 2026

MTN Moves to Take IHS Towers Private in $6.2 Billion Deal

February 17, 2026

Philip Morris International eyes Zimbabwe comeback

February 16, 2026

Electric vehicles take off in Zimbabwe with Chinese models

February 16, 2026

Rebuilding Zimbabwe’s Retail and Industrial Base: Why Value Chains Matter More Than Trade

February 16, 2026

Tongaat Hulett Liquidation in South Africa Leaves Zimbabwe Sugar Operations Intact, Control Battle in Focus

February 15, 2026

Editor's Note

Between Principle and Pragmatism: The Moral Fault Lines in Zimbabwe’s Constitutional Debate

Staff Reporter - February 19, 2026

Strip away the procedural arguments, the partisan loyalties, and the ritualised exchanges of constitutional interpretation, and the Zimbabwean debate over amendment reveals...

Rebuilding Zimbabwe’s Retail and Industrial Base: Why Value Chains Matter More Than Trade

February 16, 2026

Why Zimbabwe Must Move Beyond Capacity Utilisation as a Measure of Industrial Growth

February 9, 2026

Gold, Silver and the Quiet De-Monetisation of the Global Economy

February 7, 2026

Zimbabwe Risk Getting Sucked in Chasing Gold Price Glory, At the Expense of Re-industrialisation and Strong Economic Governance

February 2, 2026

Money & Banking

Caledonia Selects Stanbic and CBZ for US$150m Facility in Vote of Confidence for Zimbabwe’s Banking Sector

Staff Reporter - February 23, 2026

LONDON – Caledonia Mining Corporation PLC has appointed Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe and CBZ Bank Limited as co-lead arrangers for a proposed interim...

CABS partners Visa to expand digital payments in Zimbabwe

February 23, 2026

High interest rates, tight liquidity choke industry

February 22, 2026

Imminent rollout of ZiG notes won’t trigger price hikes: RBZ

February 15, 2026

Africa’s gold story 2025: How Egypt, Ghana and Zimbabwe central banks gained and lost reserves

February 7, 2026

Capital Markets

Delta shares rally as Econet delisting vote reshapes market flows

Staff Reporter - February 24, 2026

HARARE – Shares in Delta Corporation attracted heightened investor interest on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE) ahead of Econet Wireless Zimbabwe’s extraordinary...

US futures, bitcoin fall and Asian markets are mixed after the Supreme Court nixes Trump’s tariffs

February 23, 2026

World shares, US futures advance after AI fears drag Wall Street lower

February 20, 2026

Nvidia leads the US stock market near its all-time high

February 18, 2026

Stockbrokers squeezed as trading volumes keep falling

February 15, 2026

Law & Crime

Tagwireyi’s Ally Wanted in South Africa After Skipping Bail in Gold Smuggling Case

Staff Reporter - February 23, 2026

JOHANNESBURG – South African authorities are seeking the arrest of Joachim Chivayo, the brother of Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, after he allegedly failed...

Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu badly beaten by prison guards at Chikurubi

February 23, 2026

More nights in jail: Chatunga Mugabe and Accomplice remanded behind bars

February 23, 2026

Chatunga Mugabe ‘in high spirits’ as lawyer says defence not formally notified of new charge

February 23, 2026

Zimbabwean arrested over attempted murder in South Africa

February 23, 2026

Opinion & Analysis

When Power Seeks Permanence: Leadership, Constitutionalism, and the Politics of Continuity in Zimbabwe

Staff Reporter - February 18, 2026

Constitutional debates are rarely about law alone. They are, more often than not, arguments about power, time, and the uneasy relationship between...

Rebuilding Zimbabwe’s Retail and Industrial Base: Why Value Chains Matter More Than Trade

February 16, 2026

Constitutional Amendment: ZANU-PF Risks Violating Conditions of Its Own Congress Resolution

February 13, 2026

Beyond “Presidential Election Titbits”: Why Electoral Mechanics Alone Cannot Define Constitutional Legitimacy – Rebuttal to Prof. Moyo

February 13, 2026

Constitutional regression in Zimbabwe: Robbing the country of its democratic sunrise

February 12, 2026

Motoring

Chinese Carmakers’ US Ambitions Stir Debate Over Future of American Auto Competition

Staff Reporter - February 16, 2026

Discussion within the White House about the possibility of Chinese automakers manufacturing vehicles on American soil is reigniting debate across the US...

Electric vehicles take off in Zimbabwe with Chinese models

February 16, 2026

BYD overtakes Ford

February 13, 2026

Nigeria set to take over Africa’s automotive future as assembly plant nears completion

February 3, 2026

Beyond nostalgia: can vehicle assembly still work in Zimbabwe?

January 27, 2026

Economics

Ghana’s economy surpasses $100 billion, government projects further expansion

Staff Reporter - February 24, 2026

ACCRA, Ghana – Ghana’s economy has crossed the US$100 billion mark, with authorities projecting continued growth that could...

US economic growth weaker than thought in fourth quarter

Staff Reporter - February 23, 2026

WASHINGTON — U.S. economic growth slowed in the final three months of last year, dragged down by the...

Zimbabwe’s Trade Rebalancing: Export Surge, Value Addition, and the Fragile Path to Currency Stability

February 21, 2026

What single-digit inflation really means for ordinary Zimbabweans

February 15, 2026

China’s Tariff-Free Access Bait and the African Re-industrialisation Question: Opportunity or Strategic Risk?

February 14, 2026

IMF sends a warning to South Africa

February 13, 2026

Zimbabwe Projects Faster Growth as Officials Court Investors at Mining Indaba

February 11, 2026

Gold, Silver and the Quiet De-Monetisation of the Global Economy

February 7, 2026

World News

Dozens of Mexican National Guard troops left dead during an operation that killed cartel leader ‘El Mencho’

Staff Reporter - February 23, 2026

GUADALAJARA, Mexico (AP) — Mexico Security Secretary Omar García Harfuch said Monday 25 members of the National Guard...

Shepherd Bushiri’s SA permanent residence was approved by Home Affairs official from his church

Staff Reporter - February 23, 2026

The Special Investigating Unit (SIU) says its investigation into the Department of Home Affairs has uncovered systemic corruption...

The Supreme Court struck down Trump’s tariffs. Now comes the hard work of issuing refunds

February 21, 2026

Trumps says is considering limited military strike on Iran

February 20, 2026

UK blocking U.S. from using RAF bases for strikes on Iran

February 19, 2026

Former Prince Andrew arrested on suspicion of misconduct in public office over ties to Epstein

February 19, 2026

Rev. Jesse Jackson, U.S. Civil Rights Leader and Political Figure, Dies at 84

February 17, 2026

Obama Calls Donald Trump Racist Video Part Of Political “Clown Show”

February 15, 2026

Entertainment

Kanye West and Bianca Censori Receive Courtroom Dress Code Warning Ahead of Malibu Trial

Staff Reporter - February 22, 2026

LOS ANGELES — Kanye West and Bianca Censori have been instructed to adhere to strict courtroom dress standards...

Online Exchange Erupts Between Chris Brown’s Former Partner and Rumoured Girlfriend

Staff Reporter - February 22, 2026

LOS ANGELES — A public dispute has unfolded on social media involving singer Chris Brown, his former partner...

Jay-Z Sparks Album Speculation Following Subtle Name Change

February 19, 2026

Usher Reveals Father Issues Nearly Derailed Career After “Confessions” Success

February 19, 2026

R. Kelly Placed in Solitary Confinement After Retired Warden’s Phone Number Found in Cell Search

February 18, 2026

Kanye West Announces Return to European Stage After 12-Year Absence

February 16, 2026

Floyd Mayweather Faces New Lawsuit Over Alleged Unpaid Jewellery Bills

February 16, 2026

Drake Curse Strikes Again as Rapper Loses $1m on Super Bowl Bet

February 9, 2026

Sports

Supersub Sesko strikes again as Man United win at Everton

Staff Reporter - February 23, 2026

LIVERPOOL, England — Manchester United supersub Benjamin Sesko scored 13 minutes after entering the field to give his...

West Indies Crush Zimbabwe by 107 Runs in Super 8 Opener

Staff Reporter - February 23, 2026

MUMBAI, India – The West Indies produced a breathtaking batting display to overpower the Zimbabwe by 107 runs...

Eze hurts Tottenham again to reignite Arsenal’s title hopes and Liverpool grabs late winner

February 22, 2026

Barcelona pounces on Real Madrid stumble and regains lead of La Liga with a 3-0 win over Levante

February 22, 2026

Zimbabwe stun hosts Sri Lanka to finish unbeaten in group stages

February 19, 2026

Arsenal bottling the season, again

February 18, 2026

Mnangagwa’s business partner disburses $500 000 to Highlanders

February 18, 2026

Zimbabwe ranked above England at T20 World Cup

February 16, 2026

Dating & Relatioinships

Dating & Relationships

One relationship, three people: Ne-Yo unpacks his polyamorous life

Multi-award-winning singer Ne-Yo recently sat down with Sherri Shepherd...

Dating & Relationships

‘Money bouquets’ rival traditional flowers as coveted tokens of love for Valentine’s Day in Zimbabwe

HARARE, Zimbabwe — Liquidity as affection and trash as...

Dating & Relationships

Rihanna on Love, Second Chances and Family: Why She Found Her Way Back to A$AP Rocky

LAS VEGAS – Global music icon and fashion mogul...

Book Review

Nigerian author Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie mourns the loss of her son

Staff Reporter - January 21, 2026

Nigerian novelist Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie and her husband, Dr. Ivara Esege, are mourning the loss of one of their one-year-old twin sons,...

New Benni McCarthy Biography Set to Uncover Untold Chapters of South African Football Icon’s Life

January 21, 2026

Snoop Dogg Launches New Cannabis-Friendly Baking Cookbook — TMZ Reports

November 23, 2025

Kevin Federline says his sons with Britney Spears are the reason for his new memoir

October 18, 2025

Michelle Obama to promote new book ‘The Look’ with podcast series

October 16, 2025

Education

Top 10 universities in Southern Africa, according to latest ranking (2026)

Staff Reporter - February 11, 2026

Higher education in Southern Africa is having a defining moment. The latest Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 offer a fresh...

African body petitions minister over UZ violations

February 9, 2026

Mugano’s remarks on struggling Professors ignite debate

February 3, 2026

Teachers accuse Mthuli Ncube of salary hike delay tactics

January 20, 2026

Ministry to enforce 3-subject cap at A’ Level to restore exam ‘integrity’

January 18, 2026

Diaspora

Diaspora dismiss Ziyambi’s ‘desperate’ propaganda

Staff Reporter - February 24, 2026

The Zimbabwe Diaspora Vote Initiative (ZDVI) has dismissed claims by Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi that Zimbabweans living abroad will only be able...

More nights in jail: Chatunga Mugabe and Accomplice remanded behind bars

February 23, 2026

Family denies media claims following Chatunga Mugabe’s arrest

February 22, 2026

Late Businessman Mutumwa Mawere’s SA Mansion Heads to Auction

February 21, 2026

Zimbabwean man issued with Criminal Behaviour Order for persistent begging in UK

February 20, 2026

Science & Technology

From AI ethics to infrastructure gaps, leaders urge deeper digital cooperation at Kuwait forum

Staff Reporter - February 24, 2026

KUWAIT CITY — Global leaders gathering in Kuwait this week said the trajectory of digital transformation will depend as much on cooperation...

Warning Issued to Residents on Neighbourhood WhatsApp Groups in Zimbabwe

February 23, 2026

MTN Moves to Take IHS Towers Private in $6.2 Billion Deal

February 17, 2026

Why Economic Formalisation — Not Rhetoric — Determines Zimbabwe’s AI Prospects

February 16, 2026

What Does “Zimbabwe Is Ready for AI” Actually Mean? Beyond the Rhetoric of Technology Adoption

February 15, 2026

Enviroment & Cirular Economy

Zimbabwe Charts a Path to a Circular, Climate-Smart Economy Across Agriculture, Mining, and Energy

Staff Reporter - February 23, 2026

Zimbabwe is increasingly positioning itself as a leader in sustainable development in Africa, leveraging circular economy principles, climate-smart technologies, and value addition...

Circular Business Models: Rethinking How Value Is Created in Zimbabwe

February 15, 2026

Zimbabwe power distributor ZETDC signs 30-MW solar PPA

January 28, 2026

FAO Backs Community-Led Forest Restoration and Climate-Smart Livelihoods in Eastern Zimbabw

January 27, 2026

Flooding worsens in southern Mozambique – AIM report

January 22, 2026

Food & Beverages

South African fast-food chain Pedro’s Flame Grilled Chicken enters Zimbabwe, eyes 300 jobs

Staff Reporter - February 24, 2026

HARARE – South African fast-food brand Pedro’s Flame Grilled Chicken is set to establish a presence in Zimbabwe, with plans to open...

Chinese fine dining: Chefs try to break American takeout-food stereotypes

February 16, 2026

Legislators Demand Accountability Over Sugar Tax Revenues

February 11, 2026

Is it chili? Is it mac and cheese? This slow cooker recipe combines the best of both

February 2, 2026

Govt targets unhealthy foods in bold nutrition reform

January 19, 2026

Agriculture

Zimbabwe white commercial farmers seek US help over long-promised payouts

Staff Reporter - February 24, 2026

HARARE: As white Zimbabwe farmers again ask the Trump administration to weigh in on long-promised government compensation for their evictions 25 years...