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Candid Comment: Govt reluctance to ring-fence tax, levy funds suspicious

While Zimbabwe’s economic fragility is undeniable, funding public health services remains a core responsibility of the state.

By Eddie Zvinonzwa Jan. 9, 2026

Candid Comment: Govt reluctance to ring-fence tax, levy funds suspicious

Another positive year for the S&P 500 — and why I didn’t go all-in despite the 2025 gains

Each year ends with a flood of forecasts: interest-rate paths, market highs and lows, and so-called “sure bets.” I pay attention, but I do not anchor my strategy to any of them.

By Isaac Jonas Jan. 4, 2026

Another positive year for the S&P 500 — and why I didn’t go all-in despite the 2025 gains

A year of survival, not progress

For millions, the central question was never about development or improving livelihoods, but about survival.

By Nunurai Jena Dec. 30, 2025

Underdogs Zimbabwe, Angola in Afcon stalemate

With no winner materialising, these teams will need an upset in their final fixtures of the group stage to secure a position as one of the four best-placed teams among the six groups in Morocco.

By Bbc Sports Dec. 26, 2025

Underdogs Zimbabwe, Angola in Afcon stalemate

Key Warriors return ahead of Angola clash

Key players return for Warriors ahead of Angola clash

By kukurigo Dec. 24, 2025

Key Warriors return ahead of Angola clash

Kombi driver stabbed over R5 dispute

Nyathi admitted to assaulting Magwana, but pleaded not guilty to attempted murder, claiming self-defence.

By Langelihle Nyathi Dec. 20, 2025

Imperial anxiety vs. African sovereignty: An Afrocentric critique of the 2025 US National Security Strategy

Look at the U.S. footprint in Africa: a sprawling network of military bases, special operations units, CIA involvement, and counterterrorism campaigns.

By Mafa Kwanisai Mafa Dec. 13, 2025