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NEWS & CURRENT AFFAIRS
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Tycoon displaces 30 ex-MPs under a cloud
News
 By Harriet Chikandiwa | Aug. 31, 2025
They cited Garwe, the surveyor general, speaker of Parliament Jacob Mudenda, Rautenbach and the Registrar of Deeds as respondents, respectively.
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Garwe probe raises eyebrows

 Garwe probe raises eyebrows
The Urban Councils Act gives the Local Government minister powers over urban councils’ financial management.
By Nhau Mangirazi Aug. 31, 2025
Mutapa official under spotlight
Mutapa official under spotlight
By Staff Reporter Aug. 31, 2025
Sikhala speaks on bomb attack
Sikhala speaks on bomb attack
By Staff Reporter Aug. 31, 2025

Chivaviro's double 21 delight
Standard Style
By Jairos Saunyama | Aug. 31, 2025

Trending

Zanu PF affiliate hit by leadership squabbles
Zanu PF affiliate hit by leadership squabbles
Chiwenga approach opens can of worms
Zimbabwean children with heart diseases get a lifeline with free surgeries
Garwe probe raises eyebrows
CBZ targets US$500 million loan book

Latest Stories

Girl (14) arrested for abortion amid hospital diagnosis boob
By Everson Mushava Aug. 31, 2025
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Girl (14) arrested for abortion amid hospital diagnosis boob
Mukamba magic buries Scottland
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Aug. 31, 2025
Mukamba magic buries Scottland
Sofar Harare, Optinova Eyecare partner for natural hair edition
By Staff Writer Aug. 31, 2025
Sofar Harare, Optinova Eyecare partner for natural hair edition
Sikhala speaks on bomb attack
By Staff Reporter Aug. 31, 2025
Sikhala speaks on bomb attack

Local News

Valley Seeds primed for 2025/26 planting season

Company officials said 60% of the seeds have already been delivered and the remainder expected to be in well before the beginning of the planting season.
By Business Reporter Jun. 20, 2025
Valley Seeds primed for 2025/26 planting season
All Set for Manicaland Digitalize Zimbabwe Expo
All Set for Manicaland Digitalize Zimbabwe Expo
By Staff Reporter Jun. 20, 2025
Britain’s Got Talent star to grace King’s birthday party in Harare
Britain’s Got Talent star to grace King’s birthday party in Harare
By Style Reporter Jun. 8, 2025
Harmful cultural practices suppress rural women's autonomy, UFS sociology PhD Mavis Soko
Harmful cultural practices suppress rural women's autonomy, UFS sociology PhD Mavis Soko
By Timeslive Apr. 15, 2025
Prophet Freddy accused of ‘legal bullying’
Prophet Freddy accused of ‘legal bullying’
By Staff Reporter Mar. 23, 2025

Business

CBZ targets US$500 million loan book
CBZ targets US$500 million loan book
By Melody Chikono Aug. 24, 2025
Econet in aggressive tech roll-out
By Business Reporter Aug. 24, 2025
Fresh carnage batters textile industry
By Concilia Mupezeni Aug. 17, 2025

Standard People

Editorial Comment: Beam crisis: Govt must get priorities right

By The Standard Aug. 24, 2025
Letter to my people: What now that we are no longer Sadc chairperson
Letter to my people: What now that we are no longer Sadc chairperson
By Doctor Stop It Aug. 24, 2025
Letter from America: America first policy shocks Africans!
Letter from America: America first policy shocks Africans!
By Kenneth Mufuka Aug. 24, 2025
Agroforestry: The green revolution that can empower farmers and save our planet
Agroforestry: The green revolution that can empower farmers and save our planet
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Aug. 24, 2025
Business Opinion: Brand activation and entrepreneurship
Business Opinion: Brand activation and entrepreneurship
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Aug. 24, 2025
Empowering rural women through energy: A development imperative
By Edzai Kachirekwa Aug. 24, 2025

Standard Style

Sofar Harare, Optinova Eyecare partner for natural hair edition
Sofar Harare, Optinova Eyecare partner for natural hair edition
By Staff Writer Aug. 31, 2025
Chivaviro's double 21 delight
Chivaviro's double 21 delight
By Jairos Saunyama Aug. 31, 2025
Top SA gospel singer to headline Call to Worship annual festival
Top SA gospel singer to headline Call to Worship annual festival
By Style Reporter Aug. 31, 2025
Mlue Jay and RayKaz deliver high-energy visuals in new "Can't Get" music video
Mlue Jay and RayKaz deliver high-energy visuals in new "Can't Get" music video
By Sindiso Dube Aug. 31, 2025

Technolgy

Serge Belamant: The Rise and Evolution of UEPS Technology
 Serge Belamant: The Rise and Evolution of UEPS Technology
By Newsday Feb. 9, 2025
how do people take the gaming lifestyle so seriously
By Thestandard Nov. 16, 2023
Twitter restores blue tick to high profile accounts
By Bbc News Apr. 23, 2023
Microsoft's president to push Activision deal at EU hearing; Google, Nvidia also present
By Reuters Feb. 21, 2023

TikTok planning 2 more data centers in Europe amid data security concerns

 TikTok planning 2 more data centers in Europe amid data security concerns
Chinese social media company TikTok plans to open two more data centers in Europe, a senior executive said on Friday.
By Reuters Feb. 17, 2023
Meta's Oversight Board tells company to allow 'death to Khamenei' posts
Meta's Oversight Board tells company to allow 'death to Khamenei' posts
By Reuters Feb. 15, 2023

Religion

Divine insight: Zimbabwe: A blessed nation, not a cursed land
 Divine insight: Zimbabwe: A blessed nation, not a cursed land
By Humphrey Mtandwa
Aug. 24, 2025
Grace tidings: Don’t give place to the devil
By Doug Mamvura Aug. 24, 2025
Why civilisations fail
By Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks Aug. 17, 2025
When the Master comes expecting fruit
By Humphrey Mtandwa Aug. 17, 2025
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Videos

Dr Simba Makoni, Ex-Finance Minister and Farmer In Conversation with Trevor

By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Dr Simba Makoni, Ex-Finance Minister and Farmer In Conversation with Trevor
Edinah Masiyiwa, Executive Director At Women's Action Group In Conversation With Trevor
Edinah Masiyiwa, Executive Director At Women's Action Group In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Fadzayi Mahere, Zimbabwean lawyer and politician In Conversation With Trevor
Fadzayi Mahere, Zimbabwean lawyer and politician In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Tawanda Nyambirai, Lawyer and entrepreneur In Conversation with Trevor
Tawanda Nyambirai, Lawyer and entrepreneur In Conversation with Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Chief Felix Ndiweni, Ntabazinduna chief In Conversation With Trevor
Chief Felix Ndiweni, Ntabazinduna chief In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Winky D, musician and songwriter In Conversation with Trevor
Winky D, musician and songwriter In Conversation with Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Gift Ostallos Siziba, activist and human rights defender In Conversation With Trevor
Gift Ostallos Siziba, activist and human rights defender In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jun. 4, 2025

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Agriculture

Zim farmers lead research on conservation agriculture

Prolonged droughts had devastated her maize crops, and cotton prices declined due to a combination of factors, including a collapsing textile industry and a volatile currency.
By Farai Shawn Matiashe May. 11, 2025
Zim farmers lead research on conservation agriculture

8 good Reasons why Farmers Prefer Mahindra Tractors

Be it unmatched performance, durability, fuel economy, advanced control, features, or an extensive range of tractor models
By Thestandard Nov. 19, 2024
‘Embrace index insurance to combat climate change’
By Talent Kasu Nov. 20, 2022
Coping with drought through WFP’s resilience programme
By Tatenda Macheka Oct. 16, 2022
AVC extends footprint in agric sector
By Melody Chikono Oct. 9, 2022
Farmer’s project expansion raises environmental concern
By The Standard Sep. 25, 2022

Millers fret over grain deliveries

“The GMAZ would like to denounce the on-going side marketing of maize by unscrupulous buyers,” Musarara said.
By Harriet Chikandiwa Sep. 4, 2022

Climate financing boon for Zim agriculture

The transformation of agriculture entails developing a robust sector that has mainstreamed mechanisms of reducing vulnerability of, and maintaining and increasing the resilience of farmers and farming systems to negative climate change impacts.

By The Standard Jan. 23, 2022

Sports

Mukamba magic buries Scottland

Mukamba magic buries Scottland
Dynamos, inspired by the home support, were on the front foot from the start against a star-studded Scottland side.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Aug. 31, 2025
Gems outshine Kenya in netball friendlies
By Austin Karonga Aug. 31, 2025
Gems outshine Kenya in netball friendlies
Ngezi extends FC Platinum misery
By Henry Mhara Aug. 31, 2025
Ngezi extends FC Platinum misery
PSL: We won’t save Dynamos
By Henry Mhara Aug. 24, 2025
PSL: We won’t save Dynamos
Late drama keeps Simba Bhora top
By Henry Mhara Aug. 24, 2025
Late drama keeps Simba Bhora top
Amakhosi star Dube dreams big after heroics
Amakhosi star Dube dreams big after heroics
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Aug. 24, 2025
Inside sport: What triggered Harry Lusengo's behaviour ?
Inside sport: What triggered Harry Lusengo's behaviour ?
By Michael Kariati Aug. 24, 2025
Blackrock football club revolutionising first division soccer
Blackrock football club revolutionising first division soccer
By Burzil Dube Aug. 24, 2025

Education

Do whet the small stuff

Do whet the small stuff
In a similar but different vein, the celebrated writer, Ernest Hemingway, once made a bet that he could write a story only six words long.
By Tim Middleton Aug. 24, 2025
Looking for the perfect prefect
Looking for the perfect prefect
By Tim Middleton Aug. 17, 2025
I want to inspire generations: Matirongo
I want to inspire generations: Matirongo
By Takemore Mazuruse Aug. 17, 2025
Do not sweat the small stuff
Do not sweat the small stuff
By Tim Middleton Aug. 10, 2025
Cysts in systems
Cysts in systems
By Tim Middleton Aug. 3, 2025

Opinion & Analysis

Letter to my people: Structureless CCC is giving them torrid time
Letter to my people: Structureless CCC is giving them torrid time
By The Standard | Aug. 28, 2022
Corruption watch: The pitfalls of the 2023 elections
Corruption watch: The pitfalls of the 2023 elections
By The Standard | Aug. 28, 2022
Deadly measles outbreak a big wake up call
Deadly measles outbreak a big wake up call
By The Standard | Aug. 28, 2022
Addressing Zim’s water challenges through green buildings
Addressing Zim’s water challenges through green buildings
By The Standard | Aug. 28, 2022
Public relations: Why PR is crucial component in rebranding process
Public relations: Why PR is crucial component in rebranding process
By The Standard | Aug. 28, 2022

The Zimbabwe Independent

Seed Co @85, revenue soars

In the mid-term economic review, the agricultural sector’s growth projection was revised upwards to 21,5%, marking a strong recovery from 18,1% contraction in 2024.
By Kudakwashe Taimo Aug. 29, 2025
Seed Co @85, revenue soars

Ineos Grenadier Trialmaster: Ultimate adventure vehicle

The INEOS Grenadier Trialmaster is now in Zimbabwe, positioning itself as a purpose-built 4x4 for drivers who spend as much time off the grid as on it.
By Andrew Muzamhindo Aug. 29, 2025
We are powering up loan growth with bold long-term funding push
By Melody Chikono Aug. 29, 2025
How can Zim respond to global geopolitical fragmentation?
By Kevin Tutani Aug. 29, 2025
It is back to basics through procurement specifications
By Charles Nyika Aug. 29, 2025
Africa: The cartographic truth
By Gwynne Dyer Aug. 29, 2025

Southern Eye

Mwenezi woman finds hope after 8 Years in a wheelbarrow

Her story is one of incredible strength, and it's a reminder for all of us to show compassion, fight for justice, and stand with those who are most in need.
By Staff Reporter Aug. 30, 2025
Mwenezi woman finds hope after 8 Years in a wheelbarrow

Sesame plant boosts Mwenezi farmers

In an interview, Masvingo Provincial Affairs and Devolution minister, Ezra Chadzamira, hailed the development as a strategic victory in the fight against smuggling.
By Staff Reporter Aug. 30, 2025
Rotary Club of Belmont bails out vulnerable groups in Matabeleland region
By Nizbert Moyo Aug. 30, 2025
Seed fair cushions Bulilima farmers ahead of cropping season
By Silas Nkala Aug. 30, 2025
Celebrations for Ndebele Queen on the cards
By Silas Nkala Aug. 29, 2025
Govt urges church to instil moral values
By Staff Reporter Aug. 29, 2025

NewsDay

Inside the ‘Bondage’ of Zimbabwe’s Contract Tobacco Farming

Inside the ‘Bondage’ of Zimbabwe’s Contract Tobacco Farming
But though the crop is one of the country’s top exports and production has soared, small-scale contract farmers say they see little profit due to restrictive financing agreements. 
By Global Press Journal 12h ago
Simuniziva Band wins Chibuku Road to Fame Mat North provincial finals
By Tendai Sauta 12h ago
Simuniziva Band wins Chibuku Road to Fame Mat North provincial finals
Stanbic Bank reports strong half-year 2025 profit after tax of ZiG682.2 million
By Business Reporter 13h ago
Stanbic Bank reports strong half-year 2025 profit after tax of ZiG682.2 million
Author-cum-entrepreneur Zvarevashe launches "Polished: A Guide to Business Etiquette"
By Own Correspondent 13h ago
Author-cum-entrepreneur Zvarevashe launches "Polished: A Guide to Business Etiquette"
Dynamos stun Scotland in thrilling comeback victory
By Newsday Aug. 31, 2025
Dynamos stun Scotland in thrilling comeback victory
One chief, 336 villages. . . Murewa district to get three more chiefs
One chief, 336 villages. . . Murewa district to get three more chiefs
By Jairos Saunyama Aug. 30, 2025
Chinhoyi stock thieves cornered, jailed 9 years
Chinhoyi stock thieves cornered, jailed 9 years
By Desmond Chingarande Aug. 30, 2025
Mukamba seeks revenge…as Dynamos, Scottland clash
Mukamba seeks revenge…as Dynamos, Scottland clash
By Henry Mhara Aug. 30, 2025

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