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China philosophy against imposing values
China seeks mutual learning and exchange among civilizations rather than cultural dominance, a Chinese history professor has emphasized during a lecture to Zimbabwean senior journalists. Xie Jun, from...Published: 22 Jun 2025 at 09:14hrs | 66 | by Staff reporter
Savage Africans want colonialist Leander Johnson's demarcations revisited!
They cannot peacefully coexist without Leander Johnson's demarcations between Ndebele and Shona nations! British colonialist Leander Johnson realized the animosities between Shona and Ndebele Kingdoms...Published: 09 Jun 2025 at 15:59hrs | 504 | by Nomazulu Thata
The dangers of colonial nostalgia and Amnesia
The legacy of colonialism remains a stain on our society - something that cannot be whitewashed. It remains a source of trauma - a source of collective pain. Four decades after independence, its...Published: 15 Jan 2025 at 11:21hrs | 448 | by Innocent Mpoki
Gukurahundi genocide linked leader honoured in Bethlehem
President Emmerson Mnangagwa, who is linked to a genocide that took place in Zimbabwe between 1982 and 1985, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first African leader to be included in Af...Published: 20 Dec 2024 at 11:03hrs | 456 | by Staff reporter
Humanity is moving away from hegemony towards multipolarity
The world needs Russia and there is nothing Washington or Brussels can do about it, President Vladimir Putin told the Valdai Forum on Thursday. America and its allies are simply trying to go against t...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 07:41hrs | 398 | by Staff reporter
Dr. Arikana Chihombori: the unsung heroine of Africa
She will never get recognition in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwean women have no vocabulary to appraise Dr. Chohombori breaking the glass-ceiling. The inner jealousy and the inherent envy among us women are so ev...Published: 07 Nov 2024 at 12:52hrs | 408 | by Nomazulu Thata
Call for reparations: A mere excuse by failed African leaders!
As the Commonwealth Heads of Government meeting (CHOGM) kicked off this week in Samoa, the topic of reparations for slavery and colonialism has once again been thrust into the spotlight. Sever...Published: 23 Oct 2024 at 20:31hrs | 281 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Job Sikhala's New Year Message
CHIKURUBI MAXIMUM SECURITY PRISONNEW YEAR MESSAGE FROM CHIKURUBI MAXIMUM SECURITY PRISONDear Zimbabweans and my Worldwide friends.My dearest Zimbabweans and Worldwide friends, ...Published: 04 Jan 2024 at 20:19hrs | 18 | by Job Wiwa Sikhala
Activists condemned EU for the oppression of African people
A protest was held in the Swiss capital, Bern, against the oppression of African peoples by the United States of America and European Union. The action took place on Bahnhofplatz. The eve...Published: 10 Dec 2023 at 20:08hrs | 28 | by Staff Reporter
Chinese foreign minister holds talks with Zimbabwean counterpart
Chinese State Councillor and Foreign Minister Qin Gang held talks with Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade of Zimbabwe Frederick Shava in Beijing on Monday, calling for bilateral ties ...Published: 30 May 2023 at 06:53hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
The whole gold hullabaloo about Zimbabwe illicit gold is plain codswallop and balderdash
The whole gold hullabaloo about illicit gold is plain codswallop and balderdash. The country‘s detractors coalesced around George Soros and his Open Society Institute of Southern Africa are clearly ...Published: 26 Mar 2023 at 20:33hrs | 6 | by Ambassador Christopher Mutsvangwa
All set for Old Mutual Schools Quiz grand finale
A nail-biting Old Mutual Schools Quiz finxale is in the offing after ten heavyweight schools won provincial spots to fight out in the national championship tourney to be held next month on 2 December ...Published: 29 Nov 2022 at 13:47hrs | 18 | by Simbarashe Sithole
This & that with Mal'phosa: The endangered species
I have a feeling the Ndebele language is endangered - and we, the custodians of the language by right of being senior citizens - are not helping the situation in any way. How would you feel if you wer...Published: 22 Aug 2022 at 11:04hrs | 2 | by Clerk Ndlovu
Western hegemony is nearing its end!
This article is reproduced from the public account: Guo Rong (ID: xuu5336)Recently, at an internal meeting, a certain President made a general analysis of the current international situation. ...Published: 11 Mar 2022 at 06:13hrs | 1 | by President
Clandestine dealings with Mnangagwa! Thokozani, you stripped your dignity
Drear Dr Thokozani Khuphe, Much as activists would like to assist women against gender discrimination in public spaces, we find your case too complex to intervene. We do not have the loci stan...Published: 03 Feb 2022 at 16:24hrs | 14 | by Nomazulu Thata
The same Eddy Cross said, 'U Tsvangirai yi Nkosi yami' Bootlicked; MDC-T now jumps to bed with Zanu PF
Mnumzana Eddy Cross is disregarding atrocities of geocide that Zanu PF government perpetrated in the early hours of independence. Cross lives in Matabeleland: he is versed in Mnangagwa's mass murders ...Published: 07 Aug 2021 at 19:12hrs | 6 | by Nomazulu Thata
So, we have abandoned 'One man, one vote!' for 'SOLID PLANS' to win rigged elections - how nauseating
The right to free, fair and credible elections, the right to a meaningful say in the governance of one's country is the mother of all rights because it is the guarantor of good governance and of all t...Published: 06 Aug 2021 at 10:03hrs | 1 | by Wilbert Mukori
Zimbabwe needs 'young and vibrant leaders' - great minds discuss ideas idiots are obsessed with age
There are many, many reasons one can give why Zimbabwe is a Banana Republic, a pariah state, ruled by corrupt and tyrannical thugs and in a serious economic mess. And, most despairing of all, at compl...Published: 01 May 2021 at 09:26hrs | 1 | by Patrick Guramatunhu
Kembo Mohadi and Enos Nkala learnt lifetime lessons; Israel Dube my reply!
The first time I agreed with Israel Dube about facts in our mainstream politics. Let me make it clear however, that I am not appealing to Israel to drop death threats hanging on my throat: I have been...Published: 29 Apr 2021 at 12:48hrs | 1 | by Nomazulu Thata
US told that 'Democracy is not Coca-Cola' by China
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has urged Washington to abandon its ideological approach to foreign policy, arguing that it is wrong of the US to try to model the rest of the world in its own image S...Published: 27 Apr 2021 at 07:57hrs | | by Staff reporter
Mastercard and Network International Pioneering Africa's digital payment revolution
Civilization has transformed trading and commerce from the prehistoric means which involved barter trades facilitated by the item-to-item exchange. The discrepancies and inconsistencies of goods valu...Published: 12 Apr 2021 at 12:27hrs | 18 | by Staff Writter
'Imposing sanctions on Zanu PF is no solution' - rubbish, punishment is one of tripod tenet on which rule of law stand
"Do unto others as you would have them do unto you!" Is rightly considered the "Golden Rule" because it is the fountain of all just, fair and peaceful human relations; the fountain on which human civi...Published: 05 Apr 2021 at 10:35hrs | 2 | by Wilbert Mukori
International organizations urge Africa to oppose EU ivory trade ban bid
"The European Commission's proposed ban on international trade in ivory will be a disaster for those African communities who rely on wildlife for food and job security" according to a joint statement ...Published: 08 Mar 2021 at 17:33hrs | 17 | by Emmanuel Koro
How to kill a country
Nearly forty years ago Ian Smith, the Prime Minister of Rhodesia, became the first and only white colonial ruler to break away from the British Crown. He had tired of London's nagging about the subjug...Published: 13 Jan 2021 at 16:49hrs | 5 | by Samantha Power
The World Will Never Be The Same After January 2021
After President Donald J. Trump has been declared the winner of US Presidential elections and sworn in on 20 January 2021 as the new President, I foresee total chaos and massive trail of destruction f...Published: 18 Dec 2020 at 11:30hrs | | by Israel Dube
Trump called Chamisa for advice
The American elections have shown us a number of interesting things and indeed it has given us shocking similarities between Trump and Nelson Chamisa. There is a striking similar behaviour between the...Published: 09 Nov 2020 at 22:47hrs | | by Dr Masimba Mavza
Voting in Zimbabwe a waste of time
SPEAKER of the Nation-al Assembly, Jacob Mudenda wonders why there is so much voter apathy among voters in Africa with only 35% of populations voting. As a lawyer, he should be educated enough...Published: 19 Sep 2020 at 06:19hrs | | by A Mbire
Zimbabwe's recolonization complete with Mnangagwa land giveaway to Europeans
The Zimbabwe Government has decided it will give back retaken stolen land--to the white Europeans who stole it in the first place during the colonial era.2020 is indeed a strange year....Published: 09 Sep 2020 at 08:03hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter
How Sports Betting Affects You Psychologically
Sports betting accumulated with humanity for ages, and yes, it is the nature of humankind to gamble. In every civilization emerged from the crust of the earth, sports betting has adhered with it. Many...Published: 05 Jul 2019 at 13:35hrs | 13 | by Staff Writer
Hindus welcome reports of Zimbabwe plans to incorporate yoga in schools
Hindus have welcomed reports of Zimbabwe thinking about introducing yoga in schools.Calling it "a step in the positive direction", Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (USA) tod...Published: 17 Jun 2019 at 11:03hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Hindus welcome reports of Zimbabwe plans to incorporate yoga in schools
Hindus have welcomed reports of Zimbabwe thinking about introducing yoga in schools. Calling it "a step in the positive direction", Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, in a statement in Nevada (US...Published: 17 Jun 2019 at 09:18hrs | 18 | by Staff Reporter
'Youth will rescue Zimbabwe' - no, only strong minds will; age, war hero irrelevant and failed
It was the great Greek philosopher Socrates, 2 500 years ago, who said "STRONG MINDS DISCUSS IDEAS, AVERAGE MINDS DISCUSS EVENTS AND WEAK MINDS DISCUSS PEOPLE."Socrates lived during the golden...Published: 17 Jun 2019 at 09:16hrs | 2 | by Wilbert Mukori
Patriotic Union of MaNdebeleland
While I was going through my archives I came across the Election Manifesto below. Quite interesting.PATRIOTIC UNION OF MANDEBELELAND (PUMA)ELECTION MANIFES...Published: 21 May 2019 at 12:35hrs | 21 | by PUMA
Lawyer pledges fuel for ZRP to arrest teenagers
Top Bulawayo lawyer Sindiso Mazibisa has pledged to donate fuel to the Zimbabwe Republic Police to assist them in arresting more teenagers who are involved in beer binge parties known as Vuzu parties....Published: 07 May 2019 at 13:28hrs | 3 | by Mandla Ndlovu
How Matebeleland could immediately prosper itself
Matebeleland is the most potentially wealthiest Nation in the entire Southern Hemisphere of this planet. What we need to do, to tap into that wealth, are a few simple, but educated steps.The f...Published: 26 Apr 2019 at 06:35hrs | 2 | by Multiverse Dungani
Unmasking the myths of decolonization in Zimbabwe through the lens of Cain Mathema
Cain Mathema's 2018 publication, "I Join The ZAPU Armed Struggle" captures stories of experiences and reflections of the young Thula at Cyrene Mission, an Anglican Church boarding school for boys. ZAP...Published: 25 Mar 2019 at 21:36hrs | 4 | by Brian Maregedze
'Whites created Cyclone Idai' - SA Politician
Black First Land First (BLF) has blamed Tropical Cyclone Idai on whites and wants the African Union to demand reparations and relief from the West for the disaster.BLF president Andile Mngxita...Published: 24 Mar 2019 at 14:25hrs | 5 | by TimesLive
'Donald Trump is irresponsible and cruel' says Zim government
American President Donald Trump is running a cruel and irresponsible administration that wants to see poor people suffering, Deputy Government Spokesperson Energy Mutodi has alleged.Mutodi was...Published: 05 Mar 2019 at 14:39hrs | | by Mandla Ndlovu
The Heroine of Matabeleland is fallen! Matabeleland has heroes and heroines too!
The beautiful ones were born, but not acknowledged; these are women from Zapu - Matabeleland: Soneni Ngweny-Matiwaza is a nations' heroine: who cares today!The lyric from Bob Dylan goes like t...Published: 27 Feb 2019 at 18:56hrs | 23 | by Nomazulu Thata
Lest you invite bad omens
Much has been said and discussed about the vetting and subsequent compensation of war collaborators but to date there is no substance. Most of these people are now in the twilight zone of their lives ...Published: 20 Feb 2019 at 15:27hrs | | by Thomas Murisa
Zimbabwe how long?
It goes without saying...Africa has economic, constitutional, political struggles that appear endlessly to come out of the depressed conditions her leadership is taking her through. African ci...Published: 04 Feb 2019 at 07:37hrs | | by Manyevere M Andrew
'Who will guard the guards themselves?' - without the rule of law, no one; hence our mess
All who blame the barbarism of the Police and Army of the last two weeks on the stay-away organisers, the street protesters and/or looters have missed the point completely. The point being that Zimbab...Published: 02 Feb 2019 at 07:57hrs | 1 | by Patrick Guramatunhu
Zimbabwe is not ripe for picking
Multiparty democracy is very 'healthy' for development and total freedom, it keeps the incumbency focused on good governance and economic growth. Opposition politics is a necessary 'evil' for checks a...Published: 31 Jan 2019 at 23:35hrs | 1 | by Tondorindo
The difference between Rhodesians and Zimbabweans is on the love for their country
It is quite a shame that we want to come out with many theories on what is wrong with Zimbabwe and why Rhodesians managed the economy.Rhodesians where shroud economists and had the country at ...Published: 31 Dec 2018 at 09:09hrs | 15 | by Henry Madiro
The Cult of Rhodes: Remembering an Imperialist in Africa
Cecil John Rhodes (1853-1902) remains a controversial figure in colonialism and imperialism studies. Paul Maylam's 2005 publication is useful in confronting debates on his role in the colonization of ...Published: 04 Dec 2018 at 14:06hrs | | by Brian Maregedze
Kriegsverbrecher is given Honorary Doctor of Law
Here is someone who is supposed to be at the Haig: criminal court of law, answering crimes against humanity he committed in the early independence of Zimbabwe. The name Gugurahundi spells the name of ...Published: 10 Oct 2018 at 16:44hrs | 1 | by Nomazulu Thata
Sam Wezhira; where ignorance is bliss, 'Tis folly to be wise
Your today's article on Bulawayo24: Bread and sugar will kill you anywhere was to the best article I could ever read today. Our approach to civilisation was when we started eating bread and drinking t...Published: 02 Oct 2018 at 19:10hrs | 1 | by Nomazulu Thata
The Church as seen by a Young Layman: Unmasking the darker side of modernity in Christianity
It is now forty one years since Steve Biko, the doyen of South African Black Consciousness Movement passed on. A part of this piece title is developed from Steve Biko's, I Write What I Like. Although ...Published: 23 Sep 2018 at 17:03hrs | 31 | by Brian Maregedze and Tedious Ncube
Mnangagwa a coup leader who was illegimate to have even stood for July elections
As the nation of Zimbabwe grapples with the crucial debate over the validity of the 30 July presidential election results, we all seem to be missing one very critical matter - Emmerson Mnangagwa was i...Published: 12 Sep 2018 at 12:50hrs | | by Peace Chiwara Marangwanda
A decolonial response to 'The case of Colonialism’
It is over a year now since Bruce Gilley, the political imperial historian wrote his controversial article as an apologist to colonialism in Africa. More contentious from the article, was the call to ...Published: 07 Sep 2018 at 16:20hrs | 50 | by Brian Maregedze and Tedious Ncube
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