Zimbabwe’s protest fatigue: Why the streets keep staying empty
Most businesses in Harare and Bulawayo are operating as normal, with only a handful of shops closing.
By Sydney Kawadza
Jul. 31, 2026
Zimbabweans largely stay home as protest call draws muted response
In Harare, the response was mixed, with most businesses operating as normal while a handful of shops remained closed.
By Kelly Mabaire and Silas Nkala
Jul. 31, 2026
Zimbabweans largely stay home as protest call draws muted response
In Harare, the response was mixed, with most businesses operating as normal while a handful of shops remained closed.
By Kelly Mabaire and Silas Nkala
Jul. 31, 2026
EditorialComment: Fearful leaders silence the people’s voice
If this amendment truly enjoyed the support of the majority of Zimbabweans, there would be no reason for the state to tremble at the prospect of peaceful demonstrations.
By The Standard
Jul. 26, 2026
Protest, violence and sovereignty: Iran draws its red lines
These early gatherings were peaceful, organised and free of confrontation — an exercise of rights Iran says it both recognises and protects.
By Amir Hossein Hosseini
Jan. 16, 2026
Stormy March 31: Parent’s guide to navigating Zim protests
SOCIAL media has it that the streets of Zimbabwe are preparing to erupt in protest, parents and guardians are holding their breath.
By Elizabeth “Bessie” Masiya
Mar. 29, 2025
Newsday Cartoon 24 May, 2023 edition.
NewsDay cartoon 24 May, 2023 edition.
By The Watcher
May. 24, 2023
Kenya proposes law changes to restrict protests
Protests held last week in opposition strongholds left one university student dead after police used tear gas and live ammunition to disperse crowds.
By BBC News
Mar. 27, 2023
‘Jail time launched my gospel music career’
“I composed Musandifuratira when I was in remand prison and recorded it when I came out. After releasing this track, I have realised that my music can have an impact on people’s lives"
By Rejoice Phiri
Jan. 13, 2023
