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Overcoming political and social divisions

It is no secret that the world today stands divided - politically, socially, and even spiritually. From families to nations, divisions have torn communities apart and weakened our collective potential. Yet, every division we see at the pol…

Published: 10 hrs ago | 130 | by Tatenda Hwari

Mosi-oa-Tunya gold coins value shoots from $53 to $105 in just 2 years

IN July 2022, Zimbabwe launched an investment instrument that quickly drew the attention of both local and international investors: the Mosi-oa-Tunya gold coin. Named after Victoria Falls "The Smoke That Thunders" the coin represented far …

Published: 15 hrs ago | 74 | by Tedious Ncube

Neville's arrest deepened the rift between Mutsvangwa and Chiwenga

The dramatic arrest of Neville Mutsvangwa in 2024 on allegations of money laundering and illegal currency dealings did more than just shake Harare's political elite - it marked the beginning of a deep and bitter rupture between Zanu-PF spo…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 485 | by Icho Chigananda

Unless Zimbabwe army takes to the streets, there will be no protest

Zimbabweans have been urged to take to the streets on Friday in protest against President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his allies by war veteran Blessed Geza, who is reportedly aligned with Vice President General Constantino Chiwenga.My view is …

Published: 15 Oct 2025 at 22:45hrs | 1041 | by Hopewell Chin'ono

Time for President Mnangagwa to uphold his constitutional oath

Time and time again, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has declared that he is a constitutionalist, a man who upholds the rule of law and respects the will of the people as enshrined in the Constitution of Zimbabwe. He has constantly emphasised…

Published: 15 Oct 2025 at 22:04hrs | 370 | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

Geza's October 17 revolution is a paper tiger: Come back home and lead!

To speak against the October 17th demonstrations is not counter-revolutionary - it's a call for sanity. Politics in Zimbabwe has deteriorated. Today is Wednesday, and the ZANU-PF Congress is on its second day. What emerges from it is never…

Published: 15 Oct 2025 at 19:45hrs | 544 | by Nomazulu Thata

When education becomes a business, Zimbabwe loses its future

Education, once the proud cornerstone of Zimbabwe's social and economic progress, is slowly being auctioned off to the highest bidder. What was once a public good - a right enshrined in the Constitution - is fast turning into a profit-driv…

Published: 15 Oct 2025 at 18:47hrs | | by Staff reporter

Ramaphosa's Phuthi Mahanyele and Apartheid Naspers' News24

Phuthi Mahanyele-Dabengwa, the CEO of Naspers SA, is a figure whose life and career are marked by complexity and controversy. According to her, she has held shares in Naspers since childhood, a gift from her father for her birthday. This e…

Published: 15 Oct 2025 at 10:16hrs | 531 | by Sipho Tshabalala

Power Hunger and the Erosion of Hope in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe's political terrain continues to be defined by a relentless struggle for power - one that has overshadowed the very essence of public service. What should be a pursuit of national progress has instead become a contest of personal …

Published: 15 Oct 2025 at 09:53hrs | | by Blessing Mandikonza

When a nation suffers under a corrupt regime, the military stands with the oppressed

Time and time again, history presents its lessons - but the power-intoxicated never learn.There comes a time in the life of every nation when the weight of corruption, greed, and misrule becomes too unbearable for its citizens to carry.&nb…

Published: 14 Oct 2025 at 22:38hrs | | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

A night to remember for Lesotho, a legacy to forget for Zimbabwe

The final whistle cut through the thin mountain air like a blade, and with it came an eruption from the modest stands of Peter Mokaba Stadium last night. Lesotho had done it. A 1-0 win over Zimbabwe, their first home victory in this World …

Published: 14 Oct 2025 at 06:26hrs | | by Ezra Tshisa

ANC members scramble for food at Nathi Mthethwa's funeral

In true ANC fashion - where looting has become institutionalized - it was appalling to witness funeral attendees scrambling for food at Nkosinathi Mthethwa's memorial. "Disgusting" is a mild word for what transpired. A food van, stocked wi…

Published: 13 Oct 2025 at 20:42hrs | | by Nomazulu Thata

Why France Refused South Africa Investigating the Death of Nkosinathi Mthethwa

Allowing only one South African investigator into France to probe the death of Ambassador Nkosinathi Mthethwa carries implications that go far beyond protocol. France knows what transpired-before, during, and after his death. But they will…

Published: 12 Oct 2025 at 18:21hrs | | by Nomazulu Thata

The trouble with Zanu-PF's Resolution Number 1

A YEAR ago, at its annual Conference, Zanu-PF passed the notorious Resolution No. 1. The resolution, a vulgar piece of unmitigated buffoonery, attempts to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's tenure beyond the term fixed by congress in 20…

Published: 12 Oct 2025 at 15:11hrs | | by Thabani Mpofu

Shadowy corridors of politics in Zimbabwe

In the increasingly shadowy corridors of politics in Zimbabwe, an old proverb has taken a sinister hold: "If you want to kill your dog, allege it has rabies." This chilling adage isn't just folklore - it's a weapon that's now being wielded…

Published: 12 Oct 2025 at 14:53hrs | | by Jonathan Moyo

It's time to kick Chinese exploiters out of Zimbabwe!

Zimbabweans are known the world over for their warmth, hospitality, and patience - but there comes a time when even the most tolerant people must say, enough is enough!There has been yet another horrifying case of violence committed by Chi…

Published: 12 Oct 2025 at 13:19hrs | 227 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Mnangagwa regime reliance on discredited church leaders speaks volumes about its own credibility

It is often said that you can tell a lot about a person by the quality of the company he keeps.Zimbabweans have long witnessed a troubling pattern: a leadership desperate to cloak itself in the sanctity of faith in order to deflect scrutin…

Published: 12 Oct 2025 at 13:02hrs | | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

The power struggle that could break Zanu-PF

WHEN ZANU PF's National People's Conference convenes in Mutare this October, the usual rhetoric of unity, loyalty, and economic recovery will fill the air. Delegates will arrive from all ten provinces draped in party regalia, singing …

Published: 11 Oct 2025 at 20:41hrs | | by Gabriel Manyati

Blessed Geza and his ZANU-PF Presidential candidate hiding from the ballot box?

Calls for protests from a South African hideout as ZANU-PF heads to Conference. Blessed Geza has once again exposed himself - not as a revolutionary, but as a keyboard coward. As the nation prepares for the ZANU PF Conference on Friday, 17…

Published: 11 Oct 2025 at 16:20hrs | | by Peter Chirau

A coup in South Africa if Ramaphosa fires General Nhlanhla Mkwanazi

Botswana's President is deeply concerned about an imminent coup in South Africa. The revelations from General Nhlanhla Mkwanazi's commission - unpacking the rot in councils and government institutions - have serious repercussions not only …

Published: 11 Oct 2025 at 15:42hrs | | by Nomazulu Thata

Glynnis Breytenbach's moral high ground crumbles

Advocate Glynnis Breytenbach has long enjoyed a reputation as one of South Africa's fiercest voices for justice. Now a Member of Parliament representing the Democratic Alliance, she is often presented as a fearless defender of the rule of …

Published: 10 Oct 2025 at 12:27hrs | | by General of the General

Civil servants who don't meet professional standards don't deserve a decent salary

It is a tragedy that some people have come to regard a salary as an entitlement rather than a reward for proven competence.Today, after days of anguish, I finally managed to secure my late mother's death certificate. To directly recei…

Published: 10 Oct 2025 at 08:27hrs | | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Chiwenga's only option is to rolling the tanks as he did in 2017

If there is one thing Emmerson Mnangagwa is not afraid of, it is making bold decisions and executing them with precision. He has been confidently and systematically moving his chess pieces against his vice president, General Constantino Ch…

Published: 09 Oct 2025 at 20:35hrs | | by Hopewell Chin'ono

When a Ndebele Betrays, He/She Betrays Absolutely

Before independence in 1980, some traditional chiefs from Matabeleland betrayed the liberation struggle more than their Shona counterparts. They cooperated with the Smith regime, selling out their own people for personal gain. These are fa…

Published: 09 Oct 2025 at 15:56hrs | | by Nomazulu Thata

Suddenly, the government says my dead mother is no longer my mother!

When compassion is replaced by bureaucracy, a nation begins to decay from within.It is difficult to describe the pain of losing a mother. To directly receive articles from Tendai Ruben Mbofana, please join his WhatsApp Channel on: htt…

Published: 08 Oct 2025 at 19:13hrs | | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Man stabs friend over beer dispute

A beer-fueled dispute in Centenary turned violent when 25-year-old Richard Mondoza allegedly stabbed his friend, Godfrey Machipisa (38), in the neck during an argument at a local bar.The incident occurred on October 3 around 10:00 PM, and …

Published: 08 Oct 2025 at 19:10hrs | | by Simbarashe Sithole

IMF's Bangladesh economists must stay out of Zimbabwe

The International Monetary Fund's (IMF) latest report on Zimbabwe's economy follows a familiar script - polite praise for modest progress, followed by subtle warnings and prescriptive reforms that often do more harm than good. At the heart…

Published: 08 Oct 2025 at 18:08hrs | | by Changamire Dombo

Zimbabwe's multi-millionaire oligarchs living dream lives

I have often told foreign diplomats who are assigned to serve their countries in Zimbabwe and visiting specialists, that we specialise in confusing foreigners. But this confusion is found even among our own people and Government. So here I…

Published: 08 Oct 2025 at 14:22hrs | 820 | by Eddie Cross

Reviving the ZANU/ZAPU Unity Accord feeds only one ZAPU stomach: The Vice Presidency

ZIPRA war veterans never cease to amaze me. ZANU PF has systematically crushed the spirit of the Ndebele people - eroding the pride that once defined them. The 1987 Unity Accord stopped the carnage, yes, but it also ushered in a one-party …

Published: 08 Oct 2025 at 13:52hrs | 493 | by Nomazulu Thata

Chiwenga's rise, Chamisa's collapse, and Mnangagwa's quiet power play

Zimbabwe's political theatre is bracing for its next act - and it's not short on ghosts. At the centre looms Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, a man whose military pedigree and populist rhetoric have positioned him as heir apparent to E…

Published: 08 Oct 2025 at 13:30hrs | | by Vusani Magwala

An epidemic of avoidable deaths: Why Zimbabwe's road carnage is a sign of systemic failure

The sheer scale of road carnage on Zimbabwe's highways is more than a tragic statistic-it is a damning indictment of systemic decay. The deaths and injuries that occur daily are not inevitable accidents; they are, in large part, unnecessar…

Published: 07 Oct 2025 at 21:45hrs | | by Sam Wezhira

Zimbabwe has one of the most unequal societies in the world

I HAVE often told foreign diplomats who are assigned to serve their countries in Zimbabwe and to visiting specialists, that we specialise in confusing foreigners. But this confusion is found even among our own people and Government. So her…

Published: 07 Oct 2025 at 19:54hrs | | by Eddie Cross

Mnangagwa's betrayal of General Chiwenga

President Mnangagwa's betrayal of General Chiwenga Signals a Dangerous Drift in Zimbabwe's Power Politics. In the corridors of Zimbabwean power, loyalty is often a temporary virtue rewarded when convenient, discarded when threatening. The …

Published: 07 Oct 2025 at 17:21hrs | 912 | by Chipo Musarurwa Siziba

Why Mutodi attacked Guvamatanga

When Honorable Advocate Dr. Energy Mutodi goes quiet, it usually means his pockets are well-lined and he has momentarily abandoned his appetite for drama. Mutodi doesn't like noise or publicity when his finances are flowing smoothly.When t…

Published: 07 Oct 2025 at 14:28hrs | | by Renson Mukwindidza

Thabani Mpofu Must Recall Nelson Chamisa from Harvard: It's a CIA Scholarship!

Advocate Thabani Mpofu was recently heard mocking Senator Sengezo Tshabangu's illness. A learned legal scholar making jokes about a man battling for his life in India - how low can one sink? I am no fan of Tshabangu, and many share that vi…

Published: 05 Oct 2025 at 17:41hrs | | by Nomazulu Thata

Madlanga commission will lead to the early exit of Ramaphosa as president

The Madlanga commission is likely to have a much more substantial impact on the country's political landscape than all the others held since the end of apartheid. It is likely to bring down ANC leaders, cause the party's support to plunge …

Published: 05 Oct 2025 at 12:58hrs | | by William Gumede

In normal countries high-profile corruption faces inquiries - in Zimbabwe it's protected!

It is always troubling when a country appears to have fallen firmly into the hands of criminals.One of the most glaring indicators of a country's seriousness in fighting corruption is how it responds when explosive allegations are made aga…

Published: 04 Oct 2025 at 21:53hrs | | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Mabvuku/Tafara Sports facilities crisis

Since the fall of Rhodesia, every government that has come into power has carried the same tragic blind spot: a failure to understand the transformative power of sport. For decades, sport has been dismissed as a "leisure activity" or "extr…

Published: 04 Oct 2025 at 21:40hrs | | by Leonard Koni

ZAPU Rebuttal: A Leadership of Substance vs Armchair Criticism

To the esteemed Nomazulu Thata, we address your recent diatribe with the seriousness it deserves, while also highlighting the glaring shortcomings in your argument. Your piece is a telling example of the kind of armchair criticism that has…

Published: 04 Oct 2025 at 21:32hrs | | by Brian Ncube

South Africa & Zimbabwe: Two Coups Imminent - What Will Happen to SADC?

If South Africa coughs, the entire SADC catches a cold. Should a coup d'état erupt in South Africa, Zimbabwe will follow. The infighting between Mnangagwa and Chiwenga has reached boiling point. Minister in the ANC Presidency, Khumbudzo Nt…

Published: 04 Oct 2025 at 19:15hrs | | by Nomazulu Thata

What happened to Mugabe's mausoleum?

The mausoleum built for the late Robert Gabriel Mugabe at the National Heroes Acre stands completed, gleaming in its hut-shaped grandeur of glass, stone and symbolism. Yet, it remains an empty shrine - a monument in search of a body. It is…

Published: 04 Oct 2025 at 16:39hrs | | by Staff reporter

Kingdom of Kubala echoes colonisation

All jokes aside,the Kingdom of Kubala echoes colonisation.In recent weeks, the small Scottish town of Jedburgh found itself at the centre of an unusual development, three Black individuals, who include a Zimbabwean Jean Gasho , established…

Published: 04 Oct 2025 at 10:49hrs | | by Setfree Nherera Mafukidze

Why Mutodi attacked Guvamatanga

When Hon. Advocate Dr. Energy Mutodi goes quiet, it often signals that his financial needs are met and his appetite for drama temporarily subdued. But when the money runs thin, Mutodi resurfaces - loud, combative, and ready to stir controv…

Published: 04 Oct 2025 at 10:41hrs | | by Renson Mukwindidza

Is Baloyi-Chiwenga a white woman? She groomed Generali Chiwenga to be civil!

Miniyothabo Baloyi is a Ndebele woman who dared what many would not - marrying a man with a reputation as dark and violent as General Constantine Chiwenga. His legacy should repel intimacy, yet she chose it. Miniyothabo is brave. But she i…

Published: 04 Oct 2025 at 08:41hrs | 1421 | by Nomazulu Thata

Zimbabwe's shadowy donors: When State Capture becomes the norm

Zimbabwe teeters on the edge of a moral and political precipice. The recent revelations of lavish donations by business tycoons and so-called "tenderpreneurs" are not just acts of generosity - they are symptomatic of a deeper, corrosive ro…

Published: 03 Oct 2025 at 08:05hrs | | by Staff reporter

The unstainable dilemma of despotism in Zimbabwe: Why piecemeal reform always fails

The history of despotism, as observed globally, is a story of inevitable decline, often violent. For decades, Zimbabwe has been held fast by an entrenched leadership that exemplifies the characteristics of a despotic regime, where the law …

Published: 02 Oct 2025 at 19:02hrs | | by Sam Wezhira

Castration will not end rape - we need real solutions, not sensationalism

It is always easy to capture people's attention with dramatic, over-the-top solutions to a problem, yet such measures rarely achieve the intended goal.The calls we periodically hear in Zimbabwean public discourse, often from political lead…

Published: 02 Oct 2025 at 18:59hrs | | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

I Dislike US Secretary of State Marco Rubio - But His Claims on Human Trafficking in Zimbabwe Are Spot-On

How did trafficked Malawian women end up in South Africa? Most likely, the transit route was Zimbabwe. Along the way, money changed hands - fiscal transactions greased the path to exploitation. Around 100 Malawian women were trafficked by …

Published: 02 Oct 2025 at 11:32hrs | | by Nomazulu Thata

How one woman changed Chiwenga's image without even trying

IN Zimbabwe's fierce political arena, where reputations are shaped by coups, crackdowns, and corruption scandals, Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga has long been viewed as a tough enforcer - the "People's General" who masterminded the 20…

Published: 02 Oct 2025 at 11:26hrs | | by Gabriel Manyati

From a Constitutional lawyer to a Twitter Advocate: Tales of a pariah lawyer

The recent so-called "legal opinion" issued by Advocate Thabani Mpofu regarding internal processes of the Zimbabwe African National Union–Patriotic Front (ZANu-PF) cannot go unchallenged. His statement, while loud, is legally hollow -…

Published: 02 Oct 2025 at 11:22hrs | | by Patrick Chinamasa

Opinion / Columnist

Overcoming political and social divisions

Thief steals dried meat at teacher's cottage

Chitando praises Lithium Sulphate Plant establishment, projects Zim's economic surge

Grace Mugabe orders son off 'dirty' mine wrangle

Police warns against participation in Geza's demo

Zimbabwe business trapped in tax nightmare

Our salaries must not be linked to President branding: ARTUZ

Zifa decides Nees fate

Varakashi4ED condemn coup in Madagascar

IMF resident representative submits credentials to Minister Murwira

Delta invests in new Bulawayo brewhouse

Zimbabwe police assure public of security ahead of 17 October 2025

Man to pay $12k monthly maintenance to estranged wife

Jealous ex-husband sued over years of abuse

Woman accuses mum of forging late father's will

Zanu-PF councillor swindled US$56 600 in shady car deal

Banker, wife dies in car accident

Mosi-oa-Tunya gold coins value shoots from $53 to $105 in just 2 years

Charamba disowns 'Chiwenga demo statement'

Zimbabwe prison overcrowding hits 300%

Neville's arrest deepened the rift between Mutsvangwa and Chiwenga

Government announces US$150 Presidential bonus for civil servants

ARTUZ demands public apology from Minister Torerai Moyo

Mutsvangwa in fresh Chiwenga attacks

PHOTOS: Elephant carcass linked to fatal accident that claimed Nkulumane MP Desire Moyo

Trump pressured to release $13.4m for Zimbabwe 'regime change'?

Geza considers cancelling protest over Chiwenga's alleged anti-demo statement

'Tshabangu pushing for suspension of 2028 elections'

PHOTOS: ED must go, graffiti at Dzivarasekwa barracks

Varakashi4ED congratulate Tagwirei on appointment to Zanu-PF Central Committee