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Police shooting victim’s long wait for justice

On the day, plain clothes officers were conducting routine raids against drug lords when a pistol of one of the officers accidentally discharged.

By Tatenda Kunaka Mar. 9, 2025

Police shooting victim’s long wait for justice

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UBH baby swap: Victim reveals shocking details

The Esigodini-based woman detailed the institution’s reluctance and failure to investigate and bring those responsible to book.

By Silas Nkala Mar. 5, 2025

UBH baby swap: Victim reveals shocking details

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Minister on the spot over Chinese project

The villagers said the Chinese company continued with its plans in setting up a cement plant despite their protests.

By Nqobani Ndlovu Jan. 26, 2025

Minister on the spot over Chinese project

Ngozi Mine pollution riles Cowdray Park residents

The concerned residents lodged their complaints with the council through the Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR).

By Silas Nkala Nov. 25, 2024

Ngozi Mine pollution riles Cowdray Park residents

Mutare Municipality bid to evict man (56) hits brick wall

Moreover, he argued that the municipality had used its security personnel in its bid to become judge, prosecutor and executor in the matter, which is unlawful and unconstitutional.

By Priviledge Gumbodete Oct. 15, 2024

Mutare Municipality bid to evict man (56) hits brick wall

Court stops Hurungwe villagers' eviction

The villagers argued that the evictions would be unlawful, illegal and in contravention of section 74 of the Constitution, which guarantees freedom from arbitrary eviction.

By Silas Nkala Oct. 11, 2024

Court stops Hurungwe villagers' eviction

Dark reality: The true cost of political activism in Zim

As a woman human rights defender, my worst fear was for Kwekweza. I prayed and hoped that she had not been raped or sexually violated.

By Samkeliso Tshuma Aug. 16, 2024

Dark reality: The true cost of political activism in Zim

Zanu PF chef calls out abusive village heads

Approximately 180 villagers were displaced from their homesteads in February this year and were arrested on charges of illegal occupation of State land.

By Nizbert Moyo Jun. 13, 2024

Zanu PF chef calls out abusive village heads

Editorial Comment: A case of blatant abuse of power

The women were arrested on April 10 after they allegedly showed their displeasure at the way Mnangagwa was distributing goodies to disadvantaged members of the community.

By The Standard Apr. 20, 2024