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Maphisa to host Zimbabwe's 2026 independence celebrations

THE ZIMBABWE Cabinet has approved Maphisa Open Space in Matobo District, Matebeleland South Province, as the official venue for the 46th Independence Day and Children's Party Celebrations in 2026.The decision, announced following a recent …

Published: 01 Jul 2025 at 15:31hrs | 353 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabweans: No one is coming to save us

For 45 years, Zimbabweans have lived with the weight of unfulfilled promises from successive governments. From independence in 1980 to the present day, the narrative has been one of hope, resilience and, ultimately, disappointment. As the …

Published: 24 Jun 2025 at 11:31hrs | | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

Consolidate gains of independence, says General Sibanda

Zimbabweans must consolidate the gains of their hard-won Independence by working towards high standards of national development, in line with President Mnangagwa's vision for an upper-middle-income economy, Commander of the Zimbabwe Defenc…

Published: 30 Apr 2025 at 07:13hrs | 667 | by Staff reporter

Honour your parents so it can be well with your souls

On the 22nd of April 2025, just after a few days after celebrating my yet another 'another sunset birthday', we had the sad and unfortunate event to hold a NYARADZO for our dear late mother GOGO Elizabeth John Murisa. A Matriarch, Mother, …

Published: 23 Apr 2025 at 13:40hrs | 443 | by Tondo Murisa

45 years of vending & border jumping

Being a former Zimbabwean police officer and a patriot passionate about the history and people of Zimbabwe and our region, my heart bleeds when I see the way our country is being led. 45 years into independence, the Zimbabwe script is so d…

Published: 23 Apr 2025 at 13:36hrs | 482 | by Leonard Koni

Cape Independence Briton NOT a South African citizen

Craig says CIAG is in talks with the Trump administration for a planned meeting in April to gain support for Western Cape secession.The Cape Independence Advocacy Group (CIAG) leader, Phil Craig, has slammed the South African government fo…

Published: 27 Mar 2025 at 09:05hrs | 1025 | by Staff reporter

Ballots and Bullets: The Struggle for Democracy in Africa

Since the wave of independence that swept across Africa in the 1960s, the promise of democracy has remained elusive for much of the continent. The dream of democratic governance, where leaders are accountable to the people, where human rig…

Published: 20 Feb 2025 at 08:34hrs | 798 | by Rutendo Vanessa Chisi

Edgar Lungu, the Tonse Coalition, and Zambia's political landscape: A clash of visions ahead of the 2026 elections

As Zambia gears up for the 2026 elections, the country's political scene is increasingly defined by the emerging rivalry between former President Edgar Lungu and current President Hakainde Hichilema, with the Tonse Coalition adding another…

Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 12:28hrs | 673 | by Nkululeko Nkomo

Zimbabweans should know that independence never guarantees freedom

This is a truth that has seemingly been lost on many people. For some strange reason, we appear to believe that the attainment of political independence by a country automatically translates into freedom for the nation's citizenry. There c…

Published: 16 Aug 2024 at 16:19hrs | 605 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Mnangagwa praises Russian aid in struggle for independence

Zimbabwe considers its relations with Russia "excellent" and seeks to deepen ties, President Emmerson Mnangagwa said in an exclusive interview with RT on the sidelines of the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) on Saturday.…

Published: 08 Jun 2024 at 20:02hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

44 years into independence a giant is still facing economic collapse

Visiting some towns, urban and rural areas across the country one is greeted by sullen and dropping faces with sorrow and hunger written all over their faces.In a few days to come Zimbabwe will be celebrating 44 years of independence from …

Published: 13 Apr 2024 at 16:40hrs | | by Leonard Koni

Mr. Mnangagwa, fighting for independence doesnâ€™t give you the right to oppress us!

He never tires reminding us!Zimbabwe's independence was fought for in a protected liberation struggle where thousands of innocent lives were lost.It was never given on a silver platter.This was attained after an armed fight against colonia…

Published: 13 Apr 2024 at 16:28hrs | | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Is Mnangagwa the most unpopular Zimbabwe leader since independence?

Not that Zimbabwe has had many presidents since attaining her independence from Britain in 1980, having known only three.The first, Canaan Sodindo Banana, was merely a ceremonial one. The other two - Robert Gabriel Mugabe and Emmerson…

Published: 22 Jul 2023 at 13:39hrs | 17 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

All Zimbabweans must enjoy the fruits of independence

ZIMBABWEAN politicians involve musicians in their political activities when they are campaigning to be voted into public office.Musicians sing songs of praise and many a time, such songs exaggerate the contributions and achievements of the…

Published: 24 Apr 2023 at 07:52hrs | | by Clive Malunga

Mr. President, independence doesn't mean freedom to destroy one's country!

I recall a story I was told by my parents when I was still a little child. There was a ruling ZANU PF meeting at our local sporting facility, named 'Zisco Club', in the early 1980s â€“ which at the time, was a plush place, offering every s…

Published: 19 Apr 2023 at 22:51hrs | 1 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Zim Independence Celebrations paraded amid unaddressed workers' grievances

HARARE - The president of NMWUZ - (the National Mine Workers' Union of Zimbabwe) has sent His Excellence President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa of the Second Republic of Zimbabwe, all workers in general and mine workers in particular and th…

Published: 17 Apr 2023 at 22:50hrs | 4 | by Maxwell Teedzai

Independence makes no sense to a people still suffering!

During my short two-year stint in South Africa, between 2008 and 2010, I worked with two NGOs (non-governmental organizations) - whose main focus was with the less privileged.The first one I was involved with was into HIV/AIDS community wo…

Published: 17 Apr 2023 at 14:13hrs | 8 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Where are these fruits of independence Zimbabweans are supposed to be enjoying?

The next time I hear a senior government official, or some sycophantic ruling ZANU-PF supporter tell us about 'enjoying the fruits of independence', in all likelihood, I will scream!I find nothing more infuriating than coming across those …

Published: 09 Feb 2023 at 19:28hrs | 1 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Mineworkers still suffering after 42 years of independence

ZIMBABWE  mine workers are still suffering and subjected to slavery 42 years after the country gained independence.This is said by the Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Minerals Workers Union (ZDAMWU) secretary-general Justice Chinhema in a…

Published: 21 Apr 2022 at 12:39hrs | 16 | by Stephen Jakes

Mnangagwa begs diasporans to come back home and 'we build Zimbabwe'

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has urged Zimbabwean nationals who are outside the country to remain resolute in the face of â€˜the many' challenging circumstances they may face in their respective host countries.He also added that Zimbabwe w…

Published: 18 Apr 2022 at 18:35hrs | | by Staff reporter

Master KG to grace Zimbabwe Independence celebrations

THE city of Kings and Queens is set to be ablaze today as South African musician, Master KG is expected to perform at the Independence Day celebrations taking place at Barbourfields Stadium.Performing alongside urban grooves maestro Roki, …

Published: 18 Apr 2022 at 10:25hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Bosso's Independence Cup boost

HIGHLANDERS' Independence Cup preparations against perennial rivals Dynamos received a boost yesterday when midfielder Nqobizitha Masuku returned to full training after recovering from an ankle injury.Bosso will face DeMbare at Barbourfiel…

Published: 13 Apr 2022 at 06:37hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo to host Uhuru celebrations

The Government has announced that the main 42nd Independence Day celebrations will be held in Bulawayo for the first time in history in line with the Second Republic's thrust of devolution and decentralisation policy.In the past, all the I…

Published: 11 Mar 2022 at 05:38hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Birthday greetings, Zimbabwe

Like yesterday, I remember the day that the late former Rhodesian prime minister Ian Smith declared independence from Britain.I was driving down what was North Avenue in Salisbury (now Harare), when the car radio broke into its programming…

Published: 23 Apr 2021 at 07:28hrs | 1 | by Eddie Cross

Zimbabwe independence is now a senior bachelor!

YOUR Excellency, President Emmerson Mnangagwa,Sunday April 18 was Independence Day a once-hallowed day that has since lost its glitz because the requisite freedoms associated with the occasion are glaringly absent in this cursed nation.Com…

Published: 21 Apr 2021 at 07:11hrs | 1 | by Luke Tamborinyoka

Mnangagwa preaches unity

WITH Zimbabwe starting to experience relative economic stability following years of markets turmoil, President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday called for national unity and discipline to improve the lot of citizens further.Speaking during the…

Published: 19 Apr 2021 at 18:06hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter

'41 years of Independence or 41 years of ZANU PF Oppression?'

As Zimbabwe celebrates 41 years of independence from British colonial rule on April 18, many Zimbabweans look back and question were everything went wrong. The once promising and flourishing Southern African country used to be the marvel o…

Published: 19 Apr 2021 at 08:14hrs | 1 | by Prince Njagu

No independence exeat for boarders

As part of efforts to contain Covid-19 infections, boarders have to remain at school over the Independence weekend and gatherings for the 41st anniversary remain limited to 50, but the vaccination programme is being accelerated with a conf…

Published: 14 Apr 2021 at 06:20hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Central bank and monetary policy independence

The government of Zimbabwe recently dissolved the inaugural Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) that had been appointed in September 2019 and swiftly appointed a new team to fill up the void. The committee draws its existence from the Reserve …

Published: 09 Mar 2021 at 22:34hrs | 5 | by Victor Bhoroma

FULL TEXT: President Mnangagwa's full Independence speech

President Emmerson Mnangagwa today delivered his first Independent speech at the national Sports Stadium. In the speech Mnangagwa paid tribute to the victims of Cyclone Idai both from Zimbabwe and Mozambique."My Government remains committe…

Published: 18 Apr 2019 at 20:41hrs | | by Mandla Ndlovu

We've failed to guard our independence

ZIMBABWE's independence in 1980 did not come on a silver platter but it came at a huge cost and most of the people who made sure this day became a reality are long gone.But for those who were lucky to remain behind, we should ask if they a…

Published: 18 Apr 2019 at 07:00hrs | 2 | by Harry Peter Wilson

Independence Day Demo! - We demand true independence?

Independence Day celebrations are fast approaching - Should we be celebrating independence? Zimbabwe Human Rights Organisation (ZHRO) activists are going to protest against Independence Day celebrations on Thursday - 18 April 2019 - at the…

Published: 15 Apr 2019 at 20:10hrs | | by Kingstone Jambawo

'Zimbabwe will rise again' - Mnangagwa's independence speech in full

Address by the President of the Republic of Zimbabwe and Commander-in-Chief of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces, His Excellency Comrade E.D. Mnangagwa, on Zimbabwe's 38th Independence Celebrations, 18th April, 2018    Honourable …

Published: 19 Apr 2018 at 06:57hrs | 21 | by Emmerson Mnangagwa

LIVE: Zimbabwe independence celebrations

Today Zimbabwe celebrates 38 years of independence from colonial bondage, both the old and young are thronging the National Sports Stadium (NSS) to mark the event. The NSS is playing host to the main celebrations but all the countryâ€™s pr…

Published: 18 Apr 2018 at 10:02hrs | 26 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe celebrates Independence Day

ZIMBABWE today celebrates 38 years of Independence from British colonial rule with Zanu-PF yesterday calling on all patriots to uphold and cherish the values that sprung from the liberation struggle.The party's secretary for information an…

Published: 18 Apr 2018 at 06:52hrs | | by Staff reporter

Botswana celebrates 51st anniversary without speeches and insults... can Zimbabwe learn something?

As Batswana were gathered at Gaborone Stadium celebrating their 51st independence anniversary today 30 September, it was so refreshing and encouraging to witness how there were no speeches delivered.This was a day strictly set aside to cel…

Published: 30 Sep 2017 at 17:41hrs | 2 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

The uncaring father, who should care

It is 2005 25 years after my papa won independence, Independence for transparency of governance Instead, show affection like a father, To your family you stir commotion rather It's not you only, an inhabitant of a merciless and safe bubble…

Published: 02 Jun 2017 at 21:53hrs | 29 | by Poseidon Tsautsau

What is independence to a born free Zimbabwean?

Namatai Chipunza is a born free - she was born 14 years after independence. What does independence mean to someone born free?Dear Mother ZimbabweI woke up today and, while I was preparing for the day, I thought to myself "Oh so today Zimba…

Published: 24 Apr 2017 at 09:39hrs | 4 | by Namatai Marygrace Chipunza

What Independence, What Freedom

What Independence can Zimbabwe talk of, when the liberators fought for themselves and their children?When people preferred the Zanu-PF iron york to Smith's wooden yorkWhen the 1970s chicken run of the whites is a drop in the ocean compared…

Published: 20 Apr 2017 at 12:14hrs | 1 | by Brave Ndebele

Independence Day Celebrations or Mourning

What is independence? Independence is defined as a state of being objective, impartial or neutral among other phrases that define it. It is closely defined as self-government, sovereignty or self-rule or self-sufficiency or self-reliance. …

Published: 18 Apr 2017 at 10:56hrs | 2 | by Dr Vusumuzi Sibanda

Zimbabwe celebrates flag and Anthem independence with nothing to show out of it

18 April we celebrate"independence". One which was hard fought by the unsung Matabele heroes and heroins of 1893 wars through the much heralded and documented Kaguvi and Nehanda of 1897 up to the last 1979 Josiah Magama Tongogara death and…

Published: 18 Apr 2017 at 08:30hrs | 3 | by Howard Phangwana

The independence that never was - MLF

Introduction The 18th of April every year in Zimbabwe, it is Independence day, a holiday decreed by the regime of the day. For [37] thirty seven long years, the people of Zimbabwe have been hearing one and only one voice, bellowing on this…

Published: 18 Apr 2017 at 08:17hrs | 15 | by Chrispen Nyoni

Zimbabwe @ 37: A pie in the sky

Zimbabwe is turning 37 on Tuesday 18th April 2017 with no symptoms of political and economic maturity. All this mess born out of ZANU PF's systematic abuse of the liberation struggle in the process turning themselves into black colonialist…

Published: 18 Apr 2017 at 07:36hrs | 1 | by Marian Chombo

On independence - black Zimbabwean remains poor, hopeless and oppressed

If we look deeper and further we shall be shocked that to this day the black Zimbabwean remains poor, hopeless and oppressed in his own country. On the social front the quality of life remains sub standard in general. On the political fron…

Published: 15 Apr 2017 at 12:38hrs | | by Vince Musewe

We Salute You For the Independence

We thank you every day the almighty, We thank you for blessing your Comrades, We thank you for the fauna and flora, We thank you for the plateau between the Zambezi and Limpopo. The land that has invited cunning forces, Coming all the way …

Published: 13 Apr 2017 at 13:33hrs | 2 | by Edmore Kudakwashe Chaipa

Independence goes beyond propaganda of it!

Zimbabwe is turning 37 next week Tuesday on the 18th of April 2017. Like any other year we hear a lot of propaganda on and around the Independence Celebrations .At all levels serious mobilisation of resources and people around this is happ…

Published: 12 Apr 2017 at 18:31hrs | | by Abigale Mupambi

Zimbabweans must denounce 18 April 'independence day'

37 years of suffering since Zanu-PF forced to gain power by causing gukurahundi massacres targeting ZAPU supporters.We are yet to get the independence. We are still leaking wounds of brutality, We are still economically, socially and polit…

Published: 04 Apr 2017 at 12:09hrs | 1 | by Sikhumbuzo Moyo

Where Is the Independence? - The Response.

Where is the independence? That is a profound question to ask Cde Farai Kuveya. In my own view though I don't think we really got our independence as a nation but it was a smoke screen halting of outright arms struggle to allow an onset of…

Published: 15 Oct 2016 at 20:43hrs | 1 | by Mangosuthu MJ Mbele

Memories of farm life before Independence

Sunday afternoon, in the blistering heat, I was driving on a dusty winding road, along the Hwedza mountains going to the village. Then I saw an elderly lady flagging me to stop, obviously wanting a lift. She balanced a big bag on her head,…

Published: 14 Sep 2016 at 07:10hrs | | by Dr Sekai Nzenza

Zimbabwe achieved total independence

Zimbabwean economy is a famous case study on the African continent for being natural, home grown and free from foreign manipulation as is the case with other nation states in the region. It is the only country which achieved both political…

Published: 07 Sep 2016 at 13:12hrs | 2 | by Sparkleford Masiyambiri

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