Africa must not function as Russia’s tool for aggression
For four years, Russia has been conducting a war of conquest against Ukraine. It is a war that became Ukraine’s endless tragedy and Russia’s endless humiliation.
By Olexander Scherba
Feb. 27, 2026
Farmers in regions 4 and 5 urged to plant small grains
In a renewed push for climate-smart agriculture, the Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development ministry is scaling up rural support through community-based farmer field schools.
By Lesley Kufandada
Feb. 27, 2026
Zim abstains from UN vote to end Russia-Ukraine war
ZIMBABWE is among 51 nations that abstained from a United Nations (UN) vote on lasting peace in the Russian-Ukraine war, a conflict that has drawn African nationals, including Zimbabweans.
By Nqobani Ndlovu
Feb. 26, 2026
Heavy rains claim 123 lives
OCHA reported that floods and cyclones this season have claimed 300 lives and affected 1,5 million people across Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Madagascar and South Africa.
By Kirsty Sibanda
Feb. 23, 2026
Africa at the crossroads: Sovereignty, youth, and the lessons of Ukraine
This war exposes a paradox that Africa can no longer ignore.
By Wellington Muzengeza
Feb. 23, 2026
EditorialComment: A day losing its founding meaning
National Youth Day, officially known as Robert Gabriel Mugabe National Youth Day, was set aside to honour the late former president Robert Gabriel Mugabe.
By The Standard
Feb. 22, 2026
Beware the Ides of Moscow
Other estimates place the number of Africans in Russia’s ranks at between 3 000 and 4 000, part of a broader contingent of 18 000 to 20 000 foreign fighters.
By Newsday
Feb. 21, 2026
Sculptor Tawonameso’s creative palette expands
He designed the first Nyaminyami walking stick in 1986 and has since travelled extensively across Africa and Europe, showcasing his art.
By Obert Siamilandu
Feb. 21, 2026
‘Enough is enough’: Kyiv envoy urges Africa to call out Moscow
However, Ukraine has not withdrawn from Africa. We continued to engage through targeted and meaningful initiatives.
By Tinashe Kairiza
Feb. 20, 2026
