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Nssa GM selection sparks fresh outrage... as minister snubs highflyers, picks third-from-last candidate
Local News
 By Freeman Makopa | Aug. 1, 2025
Documents in possession of this newspaper showed the highflyers were cast aside in favour of then acting GM Charles Shava, who was ranked fifth out of the seven final contenders.
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More pain ahead as govt mulls fresh taxes

 More pain ahead as govt mulls fresh taxes
Zimbabwe is ranked as a lower-middle-income economy by the World Bank.
By Melody Chikono Aug. 1, 2025
Zim diamonds hub in tears as global meltdown inflicts pain... Communities plead with sovereign fund to halt sweeping layoffs
Zim diamonds hub in tears as global meltdown inflicts pain... Communities plead with sovereign fund to halt sweeping layoffs
By Tinashe Kairiza Aug. 1, 2025
Even animals can’t drink Chivero water
Even animals can’t drink Chivero water
By Tinashe Kairiza Aug. 1, 2025

Ariston Holdings directors buoyant amid headwinds
Business Digest
By Melody Chikono | Aug. 1, 2025

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Marondera leather firm hires private auditors, discovers that US$1, 2 million externalised through RBZ
Marondera leather firm hires private auditors, discovers that US$1, 2 million externalised through RBZ
Trump casualties pop up in Zim hospitals... Zim cancer bills barrel 300%, as US move pushes poor souls to life or death crosswinds
Zim banks erect firewalls against bad loans — RBZ
Teen star van Rooyen makes Zim Amateur history
More pain ahead as govt mulls fresh taxes

Latest Stories

Afreximbank arranges US$1,35bn in US$4bn Dangote Refinery refinancing deal
By Mthandazo Nyoni Aug. 5, 2025
Afreximbank arranges US$1,35bn in US$4bn Dangote Refinery refinancing deal
How to prevent the spread of hepatitis
By Cimas Aug. 1, 2025
How to prevent the spread of hepatitis
Chinodya: A life of writing, resilience and rediscovery
By Eddie Zvinonzwa Aug. 1, 2025
Chinodya: A life of writing, resilience and rediscovery
All set for the 2025 Zimbabwe Matchplay
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Aug. 1, 2025
All set for the 2025 Zimbabwe Matchplay

Local News

Zim banks erect firewalls against bad loans — RBZ

The use of reserve money to stabilise the exchange rate was preferred
By Freeman Makopa Aug. 1, 2025
Zim banks erect firewalls against bad loans — RBZ
Jittery mining sector faces fresh troubles
Jittery mining sector faces fresh troubles
By Freeman Makopa Aug. 1, 2025
Blitz: 306 Zimra looters netted over corruption
Blitz: 306 Zimra looters netted over corruption
By Lynette Manzini Aug. 1, 2025
Even animals can’t drink Chivero water
Even animals can’t drink Chivero water
By Tinashe Kairiza Aug. 1, 2025
Zim diamonds hub in tears as global meltdown inflicts pain... Communities plead with sovereign fund to halt sweeping layoffs
Zim diamonds hub in tears as global meltdown inflicts pain... Communities plead with sovereign fund to halt sweeping layoffs
By Tinashe Kairiza Aug. 1, 2025

Health

Early prioritisation of brain health lowers risk of neurological issues
Early prioritisation of brain health lowers risk of neurological issues
By Cimas Jul. 18, 2025
Over-use of antibiotics can result in drug resistant bacteria
By Admin Apr. 14, 2023
Rest, good sleep contribute to better health, happiness
By Admin Feb. 17, 2023

Business Digest

Afreximbank arranges US$1,35bn in US$4bn Dangote Refinery refinancing deal

By Mthandazo Nyoni Aug. 5, 2025
CSC gets US$9m injection to settle local debts
CSC gets US$9m injection to settle local debts
By Tinashe Kairiza Aug. 1, 2025
Ariston Holdings directors buoyant amid headwinds
Ariston Holdings directors buoyant amid headwinds
By Melody Chikono Aug. 1, 2025
Zim firms shift to electronic registers
Zim firms shift to electronic registers
By Melody Chikono
 Aug. 1, 2025
Paramount, Alliance dispute over redress spills into court
Paramount, Alliance dispute over redress spills into court
By Blessed Ndlovu Aug. 1, 2025
Mines and RBZ in crunch talks over forex retention
By Freeman Makopa Jul. 25, 2025

Editorial comments

Hope for lifting ban on OM, PPC chips
Hope for lifting ban on OM, PPC chips
By The Independent Aug. 26, 2022
Without planes, AirZim board won’t perform wonders
Without planes, AirZim board won’t perform wonders
By The Independent Aug. 5, 2022
Power crisis needs urgent attention
Power crisis needs urgent attention
By The Independent Jul. 29, 2022
Don’t print cash for projects
Don’t print cash for projects
By The Independent Jul. 22, 2022

Picture Power

Technology

Africa’s new digital workforce: Young minds working globally

Young Zimbabweans are no exception
By Naison Bangure Jul. 18, 2025
Africa’s new digital workforce: Young minds working globally

Exploring the vibrant world of sports betting in Ethiopia

While the allure of sports betting is undeniable, it's crucial to approach it with caution and responsibility.
By Theindependent Mar. 11, 2024
Satewave churns out power solutions for Zim
By Staff Writer Aug. 15, 2023
Liquid Tech to increase tariffs by 50%
By Staff Writer Mar. 31, 2023
Jotter: Students develop an integrated learning app
By Staff Writer Mar. 17, 2023
Innovative crowd-investing app ‘PiggyBankAdvisor’ launched
By Staff Writer Mar. 17, 2023

Meta gives up on NFTs for Facebook and Instagram

Meta is “winding down” its work with NFTs on Facebook and Instagram, Meta commerce and fintech lead Stephane Kasriel said in a Twitter thread on Monday.
By The Verge Mar. 15, 2023

Reasons To Buy Bitcoin From A Trading Platform

Another fundamental reason behind getting the coins from this particular space is that it provides
By Theindependent Mar. 2, 2023

Sports

All set for the 2025 Zimbabwe Matchplay

All set for the 2025 Zimbabwe Matchplay
Zimbabwe Golf Association (ZGA) administrator Tirivashe Nheweyembwa confirmed that preparations are well underway and expressed gratitude for a new sponsor
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Aug. 1, 2025
Teen star van Rooyen makes Zim Amateur history
By Staff Reporter Aug. 1, 2025
Teen star van Rooyen makes Zim Amateur history
Midzi Yangu tees off for skill development, networking
By Kudzai Mufushwa Aug. 1, 2025
Midzi Yangu tees off for skill development, networking
R&A praises golf development and collaborative future
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Jul. 18, 2025
R&A praises golf development and collaborative future
Robinson enjoys Zim stay
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Jul. 18, 2025
Robinson enjoys Zim stay
Vincent’s triumph sparks LIV hope
Vincent’s triumph sparks LIV hope
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Jul. 11, 2025
Muchenje basks in Champion of Champions triumph
Muchenje basks in Champion of Champions triumph
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Jul. 4, 2025
Zim golfers Shine at Macau Golf Masters
Zim golfers Shine at Macau Golf Masters
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Jul. 4, 2025

Lifestyle & Art

How to prevent the spread of hepatitis
 How to prevent the spread of hepatitis
By Cimas Aug. 1, 2025
Chinodya: A life of writing, resilience and rediscovery
By Eddie Zvinonzwa Aug. 1, 2025
From Harare to Lagos: Blac’s billboard triumph
By Khumbulani Muleya Aug. 1, 2025
Chinodya’s books get new lease of life
By Eddie Zvinonzwa Jul. 18, 2025

Continue taking health precautions during winter

 Continue taking health precautions during winter
Cimas Health Group head of managed care, Dr Willmore Kapuyanyika, said the cold weather may increase people’s chances of suffering an asthma attack,
By Cimas Jul. 11, 2025
A week of arts in Harare
A week of arts in Harare
By Khumbulani Muleya Jul. 4, 2025
Healthy lifestyle prevents kidney cancer
Healthy lifestyle prevents kidney cancer
By Cimas Jun. 20, 2025

Environment

Zim to pay 100% of international hunting revenue to communities
 Zim to pay 100% of international hunting revenue to communities
By The Independent
Jun. 10, 2022
Herbicides: Bad news for local food security
By The Independent May. 27, 2022
Dumpsite: Gweru feels the heat
By The Independent May. 13, 2022
Zim to pay 100% of international hunting revenue to communities
By The Independent Jun. 10, 2022
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Videos

Dr Simba Makoni, Ex-Finance Minister and Farmer In Conversation with Trevor

By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Dr Simba Makoni, Ex-Finance Minister and Farmer In Conversation with Trevor
Edinah Masiyiwa, Executive Director At Women's Action Group In Conversation With Trevor
Edinah Masiyiwa, Executive Director At Women's Action Group In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Fadzayi Mahere, Zimbabwean lawyer and politician In Conversation With Trevor
Fadzayi Mahere, Zimbabwean lawyer and politician In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Tawanda Nyambirai, Lawyer and entrepreneur In Conversation with Trevor
Tawanda Nyambirai, Lawyer and entrepreneur In Conversation with Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Chief Felix Ndiweni, Ntabazinduna chief In Conversation With Trevor
Chief Felix Ndiweni, Ntabazinduna chief In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Winky D, musician and songwriter In Conversation with Trevor
Winky D, musician and songwriter In Conversation with Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Gift Ostallos Siziba, activist and human rights defender In Conversation With Trevor
Gift Ostallos Siziba, activist and human rights defender In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jun. 4, 2025

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Fair use, not abuse: Why Econet's SmartBiz data cap makes sense for everyone
Fair use, not abuse: Why Econet's SmartBiz data cap makes sense for everyone
Econet extends smartphone credit scheme repayment terms from 3 to 24 months
Old Mutual high school quiz finals kick Off
AURA Group partners ZB Bank – QUPA micro finance to bring Starlink to the education sector

Agriculture

Dock sheep tail to maintain weight

Dock sheep tail to maintain weight
The most common way of docking tails is by using an elastic and expandable latex ring. The rubber ring is expanded with an elastrator and put over the tail, where it is released.
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi Mar. 22, 2024
Asparagus worth your while (II)
Asparagus worth your while (II)
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi Mar. 1, 2024
Why it makes sense to farm meat goats
Why it makes sense to farm meat goats
By Shane Brody Jul. 7, 2023
How to start a fish farming business
How to start a fish farming business
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi May. 26, 2023
Climate change is real, be alert
Climate change is real, be alert
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi May. 12, 2023

Opinion & Analysis

Quotation procurement method often misread 
Quotation procurement method often misread 
By Charles Nyika | Aug. 1, 2025
Addressing customs fraud and associated challenges
Addressing customs fraud and associated challenges
By Kevin Tutani | Aug. 1, 2025
2025 VW Touareg R: Power, elegance and innovation
2025 VW Touareg R: Power, elegance and innovation
By Andrew Muzamhindo | Aug. 1, 2025
Gaza: The pantomime ends
Gaza: The pantomime ends
By Gwynne Dyer | Aug. 1, 2025
Deploying AI to achieve the UN SDGs
Deploying AI to achieve the UN SDGs
By Arthur Mutambara | Aug. 1, 2025

The Standard

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Mugabe minister loses US750k assets

The claim also included 5% annual interest from the summons date until full payment, plus legal costs on an attorney-client scale. 
By Desmond Chingarande Aug. 3, 2025
Mugabe minister loses US750k assets

Letter to my people: It’s corruption on steroids under Zanu PF

The revelations  by the 2024 auditor general’s report has yet again exposed shocking levels of malfeasance and the depth of the rot  that permeates the Ngwena regime.
By Doctor Stop It Aug. 3, 2025
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Pension fund clinches US$18m Monomotapa Hotel takeover deal
By Tatira Zwinoira Aug. 3, 2025
Sweet victory for Scotland FC
By Terry Madyauta Aug. 3, 2025
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It’s much ado about nothing: Mthuli Ncube’s mid-term budget review gets thumbs down
By Ashton Ndakusiya Aug. 3, 2025
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Chiwenga cracks the whip in Zanu PF
By Nqobani Ndlovu Aug. 3, 2025

Southern Eye

Mid-term budget review: Reviving agric, Zim’s economy

ZIMBABWE’S journey towards an upper-middle-income economy by 2030 is anchored in the National Development Strategy
By Wayne Matyukira 37m ago
Mid-term budget review: Reviving agric, Zim’s economy

Zim’s informal sector needs empathetic policies — not ill thought-out blanket bans

THE government  announced a ban on the importation and sale of second-hand clothes, as well as street and night vending.
By Newsday 37m ago
Church leaders to be ordained in Byo
By Staff Reporter 5h ago
Gweru youth receive boost for detergent manufacturing venture
By Staff Reporter 5h ago
Mat South police bust vehicle smuggling ring
By Nizbert Moyo 6h ago
Miner kills colleague over noise pollution
By Nizbert Moyo Aug. 6, 2025

NewsDay

Security beyond borders: China’s private Armies

Security beyond borders: China’s private Armies
Until recently, they operated in a subdued and largely static role, but now they are no longer limited to safeguarding compounds or escorting engineers.
By The Irrawaddy 2h ago
Chinese firm sues ZRP boss Mutamba for contempt of court
By Staff Reporter 2h ago
Chinese firm sues ZRP boss Mutamba for contempt of court
13-year-old prodigy Jain leads Zimbabwe's debut at World Youth Chess Olympiad
By Munyaradzi Madzokere 3h ago
13-year-old prodigy Jain leads Zimbabwe's debut at World Youth Chess Olympiad
DeMbare progress in Chibuku Super Cup
By Munyaradzi Madzokere 4h ago
DeMbare progress in Chibuku Super Cup
Comeback headlines second Test
By Munyaradzi Madzokere 4h ago
Comeback headlines second Test
Purpose Conference Inspires career transformation
Purpose Conference Inspires career transformation
By Khumbulani Muleya 4h ago
Bagga brings Pandemic to Aquatic
Bagga brings Pandemic to Aquatic
By Elsie Nyoni 4h ago
Govt revises upwards agric sector growth for 2025
Govt revises upwards agric sector growth for 2025
By Farming Reporter 4h ago

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