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Marondera businessman Marconati in court over unlicensed gun

The court sat around 4 pm on that day

By Staff Reporter 13h ago

Marondera businessman Marconati in court over unlicensed gun

Sales rep up for US$5 000 fraud

By Simbarashe Sithole 14h ago

Shamva man kills colleague over beer

By Simbarashe Sithole 14h ago

Drug dealers in trouble

They also recovered two big sachets of crystal meth, 225 bottles of broncleer, 31 bottles of Benyline, 10 bottles of Stilpaine and 36 bottles of Astrapain cough syrup.

By Simbarashe Sithole 14h ago

Man rapes three-year-old stepdaughter

The accused from the Gazebo area in the capital, who cannot be identified to protect the victim, was advised to approach the High Court for bail since he is facing a serious offence.

By Trevor Mutsvairo 14h ago

Taibu named face of ICC U19 World Cup

Taibu, who will be heading home in a few days’ time, became the youngest Test captain in the history of world cricket in April 2004.

By Austin Karonga 14h ago

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Zifa speaks on Munetsi Afcon snub

Striker Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya, who is enjoying a strong season for Amazulu in South Africa, was also a shocking omission.

By Henry Mhara 14h ago

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Zimbabwe holds belated World Disability Day commemorations

Dubbed Ability Festival, the event featured various performances dancing, modelling, music and poetry.

By Austin Karonga 14h ago

Zimbabwe holds belated World Disability Day commemorations

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2026 budget: Zanu PF MPs whipped into line

The minister also introduced new taxes, including a 15% digital services withholding tax on global tech giants such as Google, YouTube, and satellite internet provider Starlink.

By Staff Reporter 14h ago

2026 budget: Zanu PF MPs whipped into line

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Catholics rally against move to legalise abortion

Church leaders warn these changes could enable abuse, conceal sexual offenses, and facilitate sex-selective or disability-based abortions.

By Kirsty Sibanda 14h ago

Catholics rally against move to legalise abortion

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Fierce backlash over 2030 agenda

The seat fell vacant following the death of opposition legislator, Desire Moyo, in a car accident.

By Sharon Sibindi 14h ago

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‘Money bags’ throw Zanu PF into turmoil

Muchacha said Tungwarara was not eligible as he did not come from the Chipinge zone where the vacancy for a central committee member had arisen.

By Kenneth Nyangani 14h ago

Philanthropy through the African lenses

The cumulative support across sectors including health, food security, education, women's empowerment and human rights cannot be overstated. And is indeed appreciated.

By Nigel Nyamutumbu 14h ago

Urgent appeal for justice, accountability

Essential national assets that include land, mineral rights, and economic opportunities are reportedly always being distributed to the privileged Zanu PF loyalists.

By Anadi Sululu 14h ago

Urgent appeal for justice, accountability

A tribute to Professor Andrew James Grey Lang

Prof Lang became a member of the Eastern Cape Society of Advocates on December 1, 1984 at quite a mature age of 54.

By Muchadeyi Masunda 14h ago

A tribute to Professor Andrew James Grey Lang

EditorialComment: Never too late to walk back on term extension

Polls by respected pollster, Afrobarometer, also showed that ordinary Zimbabweans do not want the presidential term limits to be tempered with.

By The Standard 14h ago

EditorialComment: Never too late to walk back on term extension

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Telemedicine turns the tide for women with diabetes in rural Zimbabwe

Honde Valley survives on a tourist and agricultural economy. It’s surrounded by tea estates, banana plantations and green hills.

By Farai Shawn Matiashe 14h ago

Telemedicine turns the tide for women with diabetes in rural Zimbabwe

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The politics of luxury car handouts: Alarm over Mnangagwa’s patronage ‘on steroids’

Women’s football star Tabeth Mutinhiri and national cricket team captain Sikandar Raza also received the same vehicles at State House.

By Miriam Mangwaya 14h ago

The politics of luxury car handouts: Alarm over Mnangagwa’s patronage ‘on steroids’

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Corruption claims rock Marondera farm joint venture

Failure to meet these conditions constitutes grounds for termination.

By Staff Reporter 14h ago

Corruption claims rock Marondera farm joint venture

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Prophet Freddy makes u-turn after criminal case collapses

The dispute centres on a 4 000-square-metre stand, Plot No. 7510 Subdivision 5, Mandalay of Sabonabona Farm, Kadoma, which Freddy claims was lawfully donated to him.

By Staff Reporter 14h ago

Prophet Freddy makes u-turn after criminal case collapses

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From frying pan to fire: Evicted Nyabira families now living in dire conditions

Melody Chikara, one of the last people that were relocated to the Nyabira site, described the living conditions as inhumane.

By Nunurai Jena 14h ago

From frying pan to fire: Evicted Nyabira families now living in dire conditions

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VAT hike threatens Zim tourism momentum

TBCZ president Clive Chinwanda said the VAT increase would immediately make Zimbabwe a less attractive destination.

By Ruth Maseko 14h ago

What I learnt in Zimbabwe and how it’s shaping my 2026 US investing strategy

In investing, systems are what keep emotions in check. I use structured rules for entry, exit, and risk management. Every trade must fit into a larger plan.

By Isaac Jonas 14h ago