https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200058696/how-poverty-traffickers-turned-matland-into-a-pipeline-for-russias-war

Some families reportedly received brief messages from foreign numbers indicating that their relatives had been moved to military facilities.

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/odnToEAsc6m9yla7qL2HwAp9LUQ8dZXR2SO8bj4E.jpg How poverty, traffickers turned Mat’land into a pipeline for Russia’s war How poverty, traffickers turned Mat’land into a pipeline for Russia’s war Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-25 https://www.newsday.co.zw/sport/article/200058695/cosafa-mourns-highlanders-executives

The regional body extended its condolences to the bereaved families, Highlanders, Zifa and the entire Zimbabwean football fraternity.

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The renovations led by Engineer Collins Mnangagwa through ED AID are visible.

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/TAWcN1qAExzMj5AYmP8Ka6T2V4ObWib0lH90UrLl.jpg Matapi renovations: New cisterns and sewers, but who will guard them? Matapi renovations: New cisterns and sewers, but who will guard them? Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-25 https://www.newsday.co.zw/opinion-analysis/article/200058689/no-one-should-assume-public-office-without-a-legitimate-democratic-mandate

The Constitution provides for fixed presidential terms to promote accountability and peaceful transfer of power.

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/m2ORbJYCTAGN43gXOFoMZZkg6dcFSObLNOhEy3dE.jpg No one should assume public office without a legitimate democratic mandate No one should assume public office without a legitimate democratic mandate Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-25 https://www.newsday.co.zw/opinion-analysis/article/200058688/from-goat-to-goulash-why-consumer-demand-matters-and-how-to-build-it

The indigenous goat has long been recognised for its resilience, adaptability and ability to thrive in harsh environments where other livestock struggle.

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/YrpkDIvWVPZVwG2Wyv74wI8RDfN3M4UKw05vIstU.jpg From goat to goulash: Why consumer demand matters and how to build it From goat to goulash: Why consumer demand matters and how to build it Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-25 https://www.newsday.co.zw/opinion-analysis/article/200058686/understanding-the-doctrine-of-christ

Those given to teaching the Doctrine of Christ which is the Gospel of Christ have to be astute readers of the Bible.

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Fatigue first, then a headache that felt like something tightening behind his eyes, then the joint pain that told him, before any test did, what was coming.

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The Auditor-General’s 2025 Audit Report on Local Authorities paints a bleak picture of Zimbabwe’s councils.

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/D5imEQrjWkaK95ENyFb9yzx54qWaZQ3GXcPWe15c.jpg ED systematically killing councils ED systematically killing councils Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-25 https://www.newsday.co.zw/editorials/article/200058683/zim-cannot-afford-to-ignore-the-silent-dementia-crisis

The warnings raised in Parliament that increasing numbers of elderly people are going missing from their homes should serve as a wake-up call.

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/ikhXMpOJGqnEynA12qYxUoZkzQsz299D5tjmPtjt.jpg Zim cannot afford to ignore the silent dementia crisis Zim cannot afford to ignore the silent dementia crisis Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-25 https://www.newsday.co.zw/opinion-analysis/article/200058682/brand-experience-every-touchpoint-matters

Before the market can believe in an organisation’s brand, the workforce must believe in it first.

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As Africa, are we part of the creative revolution or are we just a consuming client?

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/NDwmqudpv1Jld8zBjpqa5lHSwsnH45ExQCGcpLbt.jpg AI is an equaliser: Prof Mutambara AI is an equaliser: Prof Mutambara Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-25 https://www.newsday.co.zw/life-amp-style/article/200058680/inaugural-asian-cultural-festival-opens-new-cultural-bridge-between-zim-asia

The festival is being jointly hosted by the Embassies of China, India, Indonesia, Korea, Malaysia and Pakistan in partnership with Diplomat Media.

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/Zyafkfz16wz05YewSkBnAmXiv5s9bRoL7eA6Ql9x.jpg Inaugural Asian Cultural Festival opens new cultural bridge between Zim, Asia Inaugural Asian Cultural Festival opens new cultural bridge between Zim, Asia Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-25 https://www.newsday.co.zw/opinion-analysis/article/200058693/xenophobia-africas-billion-dollar-investment-risk

South Africa faces a critical inflection point. 

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Nyabani said authorities were making arrests, but suspects were being discharged due to the absence of clear legal provisions dealing with the substance.

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The regulations are expected to accelerate grid expansion, improve electricity access and attract fresh capital into Zimbabwe's energy sector.

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/71pKzEOcrIRCyitWr40WzX9IoNH9bDg0wcJhNjlq.jpg Zimbabwe seeks US$9bn for energy expansion Zimbabwe seeks US$9bn for energy expansion Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-24 https://www.newsday.co.zw/opinion-analysis/article/200058677/what-zimbabwes-brics-bank-membership-really-means

Every project must still pass technical, financial and environmental due diligence before funding is released.

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The club said Sibanda's unwavering dedication to Bosso and the warmth she shared with fellow supporters would be remembered with deep gratitude and affection.

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The 22 teams have gone on the half season break and Rhinos lead fellow former Premiership side Harare City by four points with action returning on August 5.

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“I think a greater part of the credit really goes to them (Mutapa Investment Fund) for giving such assurance as the banks would have required to come to us,” Shayawabaya said.

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/zGLhUk5MCwIm0xiNcdQd3QZpUZSZzPtxIDY4QbHT.jpg Local banks back Mutapa Gold with US$125m syndicated loan after turnaround Local banks back Mutapa Gold with US$125m syndicated loan after turnaround Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-24 https://www.newsday.co.zw/sport/article/200058673/grief-unites-local-football-after-fatal-crash-claims-highlanders-leadership-trio

The collision caused their Ford Raptor to swerve into oncoming traffic, resulting in a devastating head-on crash with a passenger bus. 

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Zifa Southern Region chairman Cris Mtungwazi paid tribute to the departed executives, describing them as leaders who served with distinction and humility.

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On global affairs, Zhou said China and Zimbabwe continued to work together in defending multilateralism and promoting a more equitable international order.

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/CAr8dClCZ41YhGN26rz5MsCUzw93e5Nry4hheKKK.jpg China hails deepening Zimbabwe ties, pledges continued support for Vision 2030 China hails deepening Zimbabwe ties, pledges continued support for Vision 2030 Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-24 https://www.newsday.co.zw/technology/article/200058670/hands-on-review-why-the-us160-samsung-galaxy-f17-5g-is-the-smartest-budget-smartphone-you-can-buy

The IP54 dust and splash resistance also provides welcome protection against rain and dust, extending the phone’s durability for everyday users.

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/jSn2BJIXYISqWYbgm9cqzYAaxx6UEddbesRTmPk4.jpg Hands-on Review: Why the US$160 Samsung Galaxy F17 5G is the smartest budget smartphone you can buy Hands-on Review: Why the US$160 Samsung Galaxy F17 5G is the smartest budget smartphone you can buy Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-24 https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200058667/zimbabwe-expands-development-finance-options-with-brics-new-development-bank-membership

Ncube described the admission as a significant step in Zimbabwe’s international re-engagement and efforts to diversify its sources of development finance.

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After abandoning the CCC, Chamisa has been accused of abandoning the people who backed him in the 2018 and 2023 election.

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In a statement, the PSL said the Matchday 25 fixture scheduled for Barbourfields Stadium on Sunday had been called off as the football fraternity mourns the loss of three senior administrators.

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Proceeding to appoint from the same House disregards the resolutions of the Makumbe houses meeting...

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He said available indicators, however, showed that private investment in solar energy was steadily increasing.

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Ncube described Zimbabwe’s accession to the NDB as a major milestone in the country’s economic transformation agenda.

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Moyo said the Beitbridge Repatriation Centre continues to play a critical role in coordinating assistance for returnees.

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Mnangagwa said this during the inaugural Zimbabwe Industrialisation Conference and Expo (ZICE) 2026 in Harare yesterday.

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"This is no longer a government managing a crisis. It is a government engineering a comeback to energy sufficiency and energy security," Chanda said.

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She said community-led conservation could drive rural development by creating jobs and incomes while protecting ecosystems for future generations.

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Bulawayo chief fire officer Mhlangano Moyo said the Highlanders officials were returning from a football match in Kariba where the team lost 1-0 to ZPC Kariba on Wednesday.

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The organisation expressed gratitude to Hope Harbour and the Chinese Embassy for supporting youth empowerment initiatives.

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He said widows, pensioners, unemployed people and child-headed households were among those most affected, as their primary inheritance is often a single residential property.

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Chandiwana said the donation was intended to enhance diagnostic capacity within the country’s uniformed forces.

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“Teacher returnees are equally victims of the same unfortunate circumstances and should not be left behind,” Zhou said.

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In a statement, Zifa described the tragedy as an immeasurable loss to Highlanders Football Club, the city of Bulawayo and the wider Zimbabwean football fraternity.

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“In Buhera alone, only about 20 farmers participated last year, but this season, the number has risen to more than 1 700 farmers, all of whom qualified for a payout.”

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Finally, implementation must occur at scale, guided by the 13 interconnected agroecological principles promoted by the CGIAR Agroecology Initiative.

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Finally, implementation must occur at scale, guided by the 13 interconnected agroecological principles promoted by the CGIAR Agroecology Initiative.

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It influences the quality of public services, the attractiveness of investment locations, the resilience of communities and the effectiveness of local economic development.

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Hashtags trended. Comment sections were flooded. The campaign worked.

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Meeting that demand while reducing greenhouse gas emissions will require substantial investment in diversified renewable energy generation.

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/wAa7CnRyFI1aVJE57upvSwJ2tvfp2EeTr0oTSTOp.jpg Kariba floating solar project nears financial close as Africa expands utility-scale renewable energy investment Kariba floating solar project nears financial close as Africa expands utility-scale renewable energy investment Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-24 https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200058643/dementia-epidemic-grips-zim

She said Zimbabwe needed to move away from viewing dementia symptoms as signs of witchcraft and instead, treat them as medical conditions requiring support and care.

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The introduction of the Sports Infrastructure category comes against the backdrop of Government's decision to incentivise private sector investment in sporting

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This year's exhibition will feature stronger competition across livestock, crops and agricultural exhibits, with entries already surpassing last year's figures in several categories.

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This year's exhibition will feature stronger competition across livestock, crops and agricultural exhibits, with entries already surpassing last year's figures in several categories.

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Company secretary, Lydia Mutamuko said wine was the standout performer during the quarter, with strong growth recorded across the affordable segment.

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He stressed that the obligations attached to land allocations are legally binding and are fundamental to ensuring orderly urban development across the country.

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ZYC board chairperson, Rutendo Mugwagwa, said the reforms were aimed at ensuring that registered organisations genuinely reflect the interests of young people at grassroots level.

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Moyo said labour markets are undergoing rapid transformation driven by technological advancements, changing workplace dynamics and evolving economic realities. 

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"In the past, affected families were simply compensated financially after valuation of their properties,” Tangayo said during a media tour.

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"By creating a digital ecosystem to expand access to trade finance, Afreximbank is enabling more businesses to participate more easily in regional and international trade," he said.

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The proposed inquiry would examine the legal, administrative and financial implications of the plan while consulting affected stakeholders.

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More than 20,000 returnees an estimated 70% of them women and children are passing through overstretched reception facilities at the border.

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“Zimbabwe’s motto that is open for business is great. But that’s every country’s motto. Capital, like water, flows to the easiest place to settle.”

https://cdn.thestandard.co.zw/images/newsday/uploads/2026/07/SCht7VBDC7gCAuljYDD7jAEF04OO51k5hx7WQKfy.jpg US envoy says rule of law, policy certainty key to Zimbabwe investment push US envoy says rule of law, policy certainty key to Zimbabwe investment push Harare,Zimbabwe,Africa 2026-07-23 https://www.newsday.co.zw/local-news/article/200058621/madhuku-questions-silence-on-constitutional-changes-after-youth-mobilise-behind-baba-harare-and-his-lost-luggage

The campaign was widely hailed as a successful example of collective online action.

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However, Highlanders’ defensive pairing of Nomore Chinyerere and Mongameli Tshuma stood firm under early pressure.

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Businesses that continue to grow can later transition to ZEEX Public Markets, an SME-focused board where their securities can be traded by both retail and institutional investors.

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In simple terms, if you develop a new maize seed, flower variety, fruit tree or forestry plant, the law allows you to control how it is commercially used.

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When the government hands out a few poultry projects or informal trade kits to desperate citizens, it presents these survival measures as “empowerment” and sustainable economic development.

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Government must, therefore, move quickly from legislation to implementation. The first priority should be the establishment of a dedicated National Emergency Healthcare Fund.

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Dating of ancient lake sediments suggests the fault remained active as recently as 9,500 years ago.

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Tatenda “Boss Tate” Mutombo, highlighted that the inspiration behind the project was to create a vibrant space where sports and community intersect.

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Evelyn Bengura is a Zimbabwean author, educator, motivational writer, and director of Little Harvard Group of Schools. 

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Mahlupeko cited Parliament, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, the Attorney-General, and Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs minister as respondents.

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Makururu donated 2,000 chicks to the Women in Global Markets against Poverty 4ED (WIGMAP 4ED) in Bulawayo Metropolitan, and also handed over

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The bank said dividend payments had increased from US$216,334 in 2022 to US$5.14 million in 2026, highlighting improved profitability and prudent capital management.

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The audit covered 96 financial statements from 81 local authorities for the 2022–2025 period and highlighted persistent weaknesses in public financial

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Mutapa plans to invest a further US$6 million in a second exploration phase involving 23,500 metres of drilling and about 8,500 samples.

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The dispute dates back to April 2, 2014, when Leathout Investment sued for the Muvirimis’ ejectment from Stand 8 Malvern Township, Waterfall Villa, a 1.3797-hectare property in Harare.

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At the same time, the number of active micro-finance loan clients fell sharply to 422 358 from 575 217, suggesting access to traditional credit is becoming more constrained.

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Instead, the application contends, one of the Vice-Presidents should have signed the Bill while acting as President to avoid a conflict of interest.

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The repatriation operation saw Zimbabwe serve as a critical transit corridor for more than 38,000 Malawian returnees processed since last month.

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Soda said Zimbabwe remained overly dependent on imports despite having the capacity to manufacture many products locally.

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In a statement issued Tuesday, police urged members of the public with information that could assist in locating Karemba to report to the nearest police station.

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The call came ahead of tomorrow's official opening of the inaugural Zimbabwe Industrialisation Conference and Expo 2026 by President Emmerson Mnangagwa.

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Another standout Premier Soccer League clash sees Chicken Inn FC take on Ngezi Platinum Stars

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The meeting is also expected to examine how Zimbabwe can leverage regional power markets and private sector participation to improve electricity supply and support industrialisation.

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His remarks came as majority of the legislator appeared more focused on their mobile devices than the debates taking place in the House.

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In a statement, police said the conduct poses a serious threat to public safety and will not be tolerated.

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In a statement, ZimParks said the elephants were safely removed from the park on Monday.

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"The construction of the monument and the health centre are part of continuing efforts to recognize and immortalise the immense contribution of the late General."

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The Heroes Day commemorations will be held under the theme

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Silvergill, which is coordinating the movement of the lithium concentrate from mine to export terminal, said the project underscored the value of integrated logistics.

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Chitsama is accused of raping a 14-year- old girl after allegedly luring her to his residence for a video shoot of his forthcoming song.

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ZimParks said the temporary restriction was aimed at preventing human-wildlife conflict while wildlife officers monitored the animal's movements.

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The judge's ruling at Tuesday's hearing in Miami can still be appealed.

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“Gone are the days where we sit in Harare and come up with a strategic note,” Makonese said.

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Justice Bianca Makwande ordered that the disciplinary proceedings be conducted afresh before a different hearing authority and directed the City of Harare to pay Marara’s legal costs.

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The training marks a significant shift towards evidence-based infrastructure planning at a time when Zimbabwe's roads are under acute strain

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Fragmented national digital strategies dilute Africa’s collective bargaining power on the global stage, making cross-continental coordination indispensable.

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He allegedly committed the offence on Monday at his residence after inviting her for a video shoot of his upcoming song.

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AI is often framed as a futuristic technology, yet it delivers tangible remedies to Africa’s most entrenched daily hardships.

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By engaging with mass markets, policymakers and financial institutions can gather critical market intelligence to improve farmer profiling.

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Secondly, organisations must carefully select the events or institutions they sponsor. The sponsored activity should align with the company's values, strategic objectives and target audience.

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Imagine what he could achieve with timely salary payments, proper recruitment support and an administration pulling in the same direction.

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Nyathi said all five suspects remain in police custody and are assisting with investigations, while efforts are continuing to recover the remaining six motorcycles.

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