Bloody road to ED third term: Activists recount horrors of intensifying crackdown
A driver at the firm, requesting anonymity for security reasons, told The Standard he was assaulted for his association with a politician challenging the bill.
By Miriam Mangwaya
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Mafume: Harare water crisis now out of control
In a letter to the chief decretary in the Office of the President and Cabinet, Mafume admitted that the problem hadspiralled beyond the municipality's capacity to handle.
By Gracious Daniel
19h ago
Vital Chitungwiza dam project in limbo
Muda Dam, which is planned along Mupfure River, is expected to augment water supplies for Chitungwiza and surrounding areas.
By Gracious Daniel
19h ago
Mnangagwa term extension case hangs in the balance
The bill seeks to extend presidential and legislative terms from five to seven years, and would bar general votes by allowing the legislature to elect the presidential candidate.
By Nqobani Ndlovu
19h ago
Harare leases Newlands land to four firms
The leases were issued despite an order from Local Government minister Daniel Garwe to transfer the land to Logara Properties as part of a swap deal the minister proposed in July last year.
By Staff Reporter
19h ago
Auxillia fumes over Zanu PF chaos
Auxillia is said to have launched a surprise attack on Masimirembwa during a briefing before her Angel of Hope meeting in Hafcliffe last week.
By Staff Reporter
19h ago
Chamisa pushes back on ED term saga
Chamisa has been less vocal over plans to amend the constitution, and extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s rule and that of Parliament under the proposed amendments.
By Miriam Mangwaya
19h ago
Zimbabwe’s pre-trial detention crisis and the fight for constitutional rights
The result is a system that increasingly punishes individuals before they are ever convicted, raising urgent questions about the rule of law and social justice in contemporary Africa.
By Vanessa Chivaura and Tavonga Chemwanyisa
Mar. 6, 2026
Police mum on Uebert Angel alleged sex crimes
Holy Ten made these claims during an episode of the DJ Ollah 7 podcast, further alleging that Angel had solicited women, including some from South Africa.
By Nqobani Ndlovu
Mar. 1, 2026
Moyo audio leak fallout escalates
Posting on X, Moyo described the allegations as “pure fabrication” based on an “illegally recorded and surgically edited audio.”
By Staff Reporter
Mar. 1, 2026
ED2030: Massive crackdown against critics
NCA leader Lovemore Madhuku said the meeting had focused on strategies to challenge Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3.
By Brent Shamu and Miriam Mangwaya
Mar. 1, 2026
Zanu PF’s moneybags war opens can of worms
Tungwarara was eventually co-opted into the central committee by the Zanu PF politburo last week.
By Nqobani Ndlovu
Mar. 1, 2026
Resident to fork out US$12k for illegal Harare speed hump
Harare Residents Trust director, Precious Shumba, said illegally constructed speed humps not only inconvenience motorists, but also damage the road.
By Gracious Daniel
Mar. 1, 2026
Missing Zanu PF councillor mystery rocks family
A week after Chegutu Ward 1 councillor-elect Gift Konjana was reported missing, his home has become a place of anxious waiting, where hope and fear sit side by side.
By Nunurai Jena
Mar. 1, 2026
Buhera South MP violence case deferred
Prosecutor Hardlife Machando told the court that the matter was not ready for trial as investigations were still incomplete and requested a new trial date.
By Staff Reporter
Mar. 1, 2026
No eternal posts in Zanu PF: Mudenda
Mudenda said leaders come and go, but party structures remain, urging members to embrace humility and merit-based leadership.
By Nunurai Jena
Mar. 1, 2026
‘Multi-million cyber city dream alive’
“Our partners are prepared to come in with significant capital. They are only waiting for the determination of the courts so that we can proceed without encumbrances,” he said.
By Staff Reporter
Mar. 1, 2026
Sadc urged to seize energy efficiency gains for growth
“Together, we work to strengthen regional policy frameworks, build institutional capacity, and promote sustainable and inclusive growth across member states.
By Donald Nyandoro
Mar. 1, 2026
Court throws out US$432K claim against land developer
The two companies entered into a memorandum of agreement (MOA) on August 2, 2022 under which Earthwales was contracted to service roads at the housing project.
By Staff Reporter
Mar. 1, 2026
The silent struggle of displaced couples in Nyabira’s tent city
With no separate rooms or secure partitions, husbands and wives say they are unable to relate as couples without the constant presence of their children.
By Nunurai Jena
Mar. 1, 2026
Prophet Magaya’s kingdom crumbles under mounting debt and legal troubles
Magaya had pledged to register a first-ranking mortgage over his Yadah Hotel properties as security but never did so, nor did he repay any portion of the loan .
By Nqobani Ndlovu
Mar. 1, 2026
All Set for MSU Alumni Reunion and Business Expo
He added that this aligns with global trends towards convergence of ideas and they expect all progressive alumni to tap into this opportunity.
By Takemore Mazuruse
Mar. 1, 2026
Bible Temple Primary hosts fundraising dinner
The event, which will be held at the school premises, is expected to bring together stakeholders for an evening of fellowship, entertainment and philanthropy.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 22, 2026
Beyond the ‘new dispensation”: Mnangagwa’s third-term bid sparks fears of constitutional crisis
The bill also seeks to take away the electorate’s right to choose the president, who would instead be elected by Members of Parliament sitting jointly as the Senate and the National Assembly.
By Miriam Mangwaya
Feb. 22, 2026
How youth are transforming healthcare in Harare
“It dispels misinformation, including rumours that MSF services are paid for, and ensures adolescents understand that services are free and accessible,” he said.
By Brent Shamu
Feb. 22, 2026
Mashonaland West strengthens disability inclusion
Chombo added that the committee embodies the spirit of devolution by ensuring that disability policy implementation moves beyond the national level to provinces, districts and communities.
By Azriel Chimeno
Feb. 22, 2026
Exiled in life, guarded in death: Geza returns to Sanyati
Geza was buried on February 16 at his cherished Chinjire Farm number 6, a place that had stood witness to the struggles and triumphs of his spirited life.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 22, 2026
Journalists under fire over city kidnapping case
A rights organisation has condemned the handling of a kidnapping case involving a minor by journalists in Bulawayo after they interviewed the 14 year-old suspect on camera.
By Staff Reporter
Feb. 22, 2026
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