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Tech outfit mulls AI-powered agric insurance model for Zim
Business
 By Belinda Chiroodza | 3m ago
Panashe Chiurunge, chief AI scientist at Deep Analytics, told Standardbusiness that the company delivers machine learning, AI, and data analytics to businesses.

Residents push for water system rehab as half of households live without water daily

 Residents push for water system rehab as half of households live without water daily
It further indicated that there are also commercial bulk water delivery trucks that deliver water to residential and commercial properties from boreholes.
By Sydney Kawadza Jul. 21, 2025
Political parties form alliance, demand Gukurahundi transparency
Political parties form alliance, demand Gukurahundi transparency
By Peter Dube Jul. 21, 2025
CCC councillors snub Tshabangu
CCC councillors snub Tshabangu
By Nunurai Jena Jul. 21, 2025

Cars galore for ED critics
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By Mirriam Mangwaya | Jul. 20, 2025

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Edutainment mix: Unmasking the self: Frantz Fanon’s revolutionary psyche and the awakening of the African artist
By Raymond Millagre Langa 3m ago
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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
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By Timeslive Apr. 15, 2025
Prophet Freddy accused of ‘legal bullying’
Prophet Freddy accused of ‘legal bullying’
By Staff Reporter Mar. 23, 2025

Business

Tech outfit mulls AI-powered agric insurance model for Zim
Tech outfit mulls AI-powered agric insurance model for Zim
By Belinda Chiroodza 3m ago
VFEX stages bullish rally with 232% surge
By Shame Makoshori Jul. 20, 2025
Breaking News: Africa’s Richest Indian, Prateek Suri, and Zanzibar President Unite for Landmark Vision on Continental Growth
By The Standard Jul. 19, 2025

Standard People

Climate change and disease pandemics: Zimbabwe's urgent imperative

By Gary Gerald Mtombeni 3m ago
Letter from America: I fear for Brother Tagwirei!
Letter from America: I fear for Brother Tagwirei!
By Kenneth Mufuka 3m ago
Talking Green World: A nation empowered by smart energy: The urgent case for phasing out electric stoves in Zimbabwe
Talking Green World: A nation empowered by smart energy: The urgent case for phasing out electric stoves in Zimbabwe
By Edzai Kachirekwa 5m ago
Letter to my people: Why Zim under Zanu PF is a crime scene
Letter to my people: Why Zim under Zanu PF is a crime scene
By Doctor Stop It 5m ago
Chikamhi nominated for the Excellency Iconic Award in India
Chikamhi nominated for the Excellency Iconic Award in India
By Takemore Mazuruse 8m ago
Business Opinion: Importance of planning in entrepreneurship
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo 8m ago

Standard Style

African science: When an academic defied caution, drank water from an untreated source
African science: When an academic defied caution, drank water from an untreated source
By Kennedy Nyavaya 3m ago
Edutainment mix: Unmasking the self: Frantz Fanon’s revolutionary psyche and the awakening of the African artist
Edutainment mix: Unmasking the self: Frantz Fanon’s revolutionary psyche and the awakening of the African artist
By Raymond Millagre Langa 3m ago
Mudzvova’s ‘Residue’ wins big
Mudzvova’s ‘Residue’ wins big
By Khumbulani Muleya 8m ago
HomeTown Stories – UK-Zimbabwe Connections: A journey between worlds: My Zimbabwean-British story
HomeTown Stories – UK-Zimbabwe Connections: A journey between worlds: My Zimbabwean-British story
By Blessing Mutamba 8m ago

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

Do Kings still dream?
 Do Kings still dream?
By Humphrey Mtandwa
8m ago
Command your flesh to shut up
By Doug Mamvura 8m ago
Hardship: The forgotten womb of innovation
By Humphrey Mtandwa Jul. 20, 2025
Financial stewardship and the doctrine of prosperity
By Doug Mamvura Jul. 20, 2025
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Videos

Gift Ostallos Siziba, activist and human rights defender In Conversation With Trevor

By The NewsDay Jun. 4, 2025
Gift Ostallos Siziba, activist and human rights defender In Conversation With Trevor
Blessed Mhlanga, senior journalist at HStv And Alpha Media Holdings In Conversation With Trevor
Blessed Mhlanga, senior journalist at HStv And Alpha Media Holdings In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jun. 3, 2025
Janet Manyowa, accountant and gospel artist In Conversation With Trevor
Janet Manyowa, accountant and gospel artist In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jun. 3, 2025
Ralph Mupita, President & CEO of MTN In Conversation with Trevor
Ralph Mupita, President & CEO of MTN In Conversation with Trevor
By The NewsDay May. 14, 2025
Kumbirayi Katsande, Retired Business Executive shares his recommendations
Kumbirayi Katsande, Retired Business Executive shares his recommendations
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Coreen Madanha, Managing Director At Investiq Oak Wealth In Conversation With Trevor
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Antelope Hospital decay troubles Matobo leaders
Antelope Hospital decay troubles Matobo leaders
By The NewsDay May. 5, 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

Chiragwi hails Ngezi Platinum's rebuilding success

Chiragwi hails Ngezi Platinum's rebuilding success
Ngezi Platinum, who were champions in 2023, saw their reign end last season at the hands of Simba Bhora.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere 3m ago
Inside Sport: Come on Simba Bhora!
By Michael Kariati 3m ago
Inside Sport: Come on Simba Bhora!
Teen star van Rooyen makes Zim Amateur Championship history
By Munyaradzi Madzokere 8m ago
Teen star van Rooyen makes Zim Amateur Championship history
School of sport: The game’s gone
By Michael Kariati 8m ago
School of sport: The game’s gone
Can we condone the con?
By Tim Middleton Jul. 20, 2025
Can we condone the con?
ZC boosts Mutetwa's grassroots cricket drive
ZC boosts Mutetwa's grassroots cricket drive
By Austin Karonga Jul. 20, 2025
Josta inspires young talent in Mr. Sinkwa Tournament
Josta inspires young talent in Mr. Sinkwa Tournament
By Fortune Mbele Jul. 20, 2025
Footgolf: A unique blend of football and golf kicks off in Zimbabwe
Footgolf: A unique blend of football and golf kicks off in Zimbabwe
By Rufaro Kaswerakuenda and Tinotenda Mombeshora Jul. 20, 2025

Education

Holding out for a hero

Holding out for a hero
Heroes really are those to whom we look up, those who set a positive, consistent, inspiring example.
By Tim Middleton 8m ago
Why do they not listen?
Why do they not listen?
By Tim Middleton Jul. 20, 2025
Unicaf transforming higher education in the region
Unicaf transforming higher education in the region
By Takemore Mazuruse Jul. 13, 2025
Finding fault is our default
Finding fault is our default
By Tim Middleton Jul. 13, 2025
Can I have an amen?
Can I have an amen?
By Tim Middleton Jul. 6, 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

China’s  People's Liberation Army: Celebrating 98 years

On this special occasion, please allow me to propose a toast to the friendship between China and Zimbabwe,
By Senior Colonel Wang Zhenyu Jul. 25, 2025
China’s  People's Liberation Army: Celebrating 98 years

Mines and RBZ in crunch talks over forex retention

The industry is forecasting worsening access to foreign currency this year, under the prevailing policy.
By Freeman Makopa Jul. 25, 2025
Trump: The least bad outcome
By Gwynne Dyer Jul. 25, 2025
Renewed scrutiny for Vic Falls
By Tinashe Kairiza and Musavengana Chirau Jul. 25, 2025
Even 38,74% is too small, I know what I built: Vingirai
By Melody Chikono Jul. 25, 2025
ZSE eyes REIT surge to meet investor demand
By Melody Chikono
 and Ruth Maseko Jul. 25, 2025

Southern Eye

Zanu PF linked space barons wreak havoc

Eyewitnesses alleged that the operation was politically driven, with vendors believed to be aligned to the ruling party claiming authority to allocate the spaces.
By Sharon Sibindi 3m ago
Zanu PF linked space barons wreak havoc

Bulilima, Mangwe villagers struggle to access services

Former Plumtree Town Council chairperson alderman Paulos Vini Hobane, said the government approved the establishment of service centres in Bulilima and Mangwe years ago.
By Sharon Sibindi 3m ago
Bulawayo residents fret over tower lights
By Sharon Sibindi 4m ago
Man assaulted in dispute over SIM card
By Berita Kafesu 7m ago
Plumtree man jailed for donkey theft
By Simbarashe Sithole 7m ago
Convict found with dagga
By Simbarashe Sithole 8m ago

NewsDay

Biogas a pathway transforming rural communities

Biogas a pathway transforming rural communities
Confidently, she stepped over to the homemade “kitchen unit” to collect a silver pot before lighting the biogas stove.
By Nhau Mangirazi Jul. 26, 2025
Zanu PF bigwig up for smuggling
By Problem Masau Jul. 26, 2025
Zanu PF bigwig up for smuggling
Modern bus terminus boost for Karoi
By Nhau Mangirazi and Hstv Radio Jul. 26, 2025
Modern bus terminus boost for Karoi
Daggers drawn against Nurses Council of Zimbabwe
By Staff Reporter Jul. 26, 2025
Daggers drawn against Nurses Council of Zimbabwe
Health expert hails govt for successful open heart surgeries
By Vanessa Gonye Jul. 26, 2025
Health expert hails govt for successful open heart surgeries
Accept: Embrace what is
Accept: Embrace what is
By Jonah Nyoni Jul. 26, 2025
Further notes on identity of the believer
Further notes on identity of the believer
By Erasmus Makarimayi Jul. 26, 2025
Govt reads riot act over corrupt land subdivisions
Govt reads riot act over corrupt land subdivisions
By Melody Chikono Jul. 26, 2025

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