In a move that legal experts describe as a startling abdication of legislative independence, the push to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term to 2030 has taken a bizarre turn
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Chinamasa defends shift on term extension

Chinamasa defends  shift on term extension
Patrick Chinamasa, has strongly dismissed allegations that he backtracked on his initial position regarding the necessity of a national referendum to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s stay
By Miriam Mangwaya Apr. 26, 2026

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

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

Sofar Sounds turns hotel garden into music haven

Around the venue, vendors sold handcrafted products, jewellery, clothing and skincare items, giving the event the feel of a curated cultural market as much as a concert.
By Staff Writer 12m ago

All eyes on Vincent as Zim Open tees off

Zimbabwe Professional Golfers Association president Akil Yusuf backed the depth of Zimbabwe’s field, adding the country’s golfers were capable of ending the long wait for a home winner.

Mine workers push for US$650 wage

“We reiterate our call in the industry for a minimum wage of US$650, reflecting the dangerous nature of mining work and the value of the minerals workers extract,” he said.
By Silas Nkala 2h ago

UNDP intensifies rural women empowerment

“Women’s economic empowerment was supported through savings groups, enterprise development, livelihoods and mining-related interventions,” he said.
By Sharon Sibindi 2h ago