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Zimbabwe rural industrialisation is underway

It is important that I begin by highlighting the changing face of rural industrialisation in Zimbabwe.My kick-off point is the advent of the Land Reform Programme as of Year 2000.With it came the geopolitical reposte and backlash from the …

Published: 23 Apr 2025 at 21:44hrs | | by Chris Mutsvangwa

Do something to save the rural herd

The rural herd is on a terrible decline, cattle succumbing to a plethora of both known and unknown livestock diseases. Most cattle pens are now nearly empty, with some now home to only two or one tick infested scrawny beast. The rural catt…

Published: 31 Jan 2021 at 07:00hrs | | by Tondo

Urban to rural migration the new scenario in Zimbabwe

IN a reversal of the normal trends with regards to rural-to-urban migration worldwide, the current pattern in Zimbabwe is pointing towards a shift in migration, this time, urban to rural migration being the likely scenario.This is not nece…

Published: 12 Oct 2020 at 05:13hrs | | by Peter Makwanya

Why rural vote is heart, soul of Zimbabwean democracy

Rural folk did not limit their usefulness to war times because even when we got political independence, the country still needed to protect itself from cultural and economic colonisers. In this new task, the rural folks did not disappoint.…

Published: 06 Sep 2018 at 05:32hrs | | by Charles Motsi

Dynamics of the rural vote

Recent developments in the Zimbabwean electoral cycles have once again demonstrated the important role that peasants play in determining the country's future.Zimbabwe has a total of 63 districts, of which 58 are rural, thereby giving a per…

Published: 08 Aug 2018 at 05:42hrs | | by Dumisani Ncube

In defence of Zimbabwe's rural voter

WHEN the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (Zec) started announcing the 2018 election results, there was a lot of urban/social media anger at rural voters. The numbers that were being announced were indicating that the ruling Zanu PF party was…

Published: 02 Aug 2018 at 06:39hrs | | by Takura Zhangazha

Mobile phones big hit in rural Zimbabwe

Prosper Muripo rents a small space in a general dealer's shop at the Gotora shopping centre in Zimbabwe's Mashonaland East province. He is one of the many people in rural Zimbabwe who earn a living selling recharge vouchers and charging mo…

Published: 05 Sep 2013 at 04:37hrs | | by Michelle Chifamba

Rural areas a delicate political domain

Finance Minister Tendai Biti on the Friday of 16 November 2012 put aside a total of US$50 million in allocation for a constitutional referendum and the general elections this year, 2013. This announcement on the budget created certainty on…

Published: 04 Jan 2013 at 06:55hrs | | by Zisunko Ndlovu

Mobile phones are getting smarter in rural Africa

Imagine you are in Yokadouma, a rural community in eastern Cameroon with little electricity and inaccessible roads. You have an old, inexpensive mobile phone with which you can only make and receive calls. The good news is that it is now p…

Published: 03 Apr 2012 at 20:35hrs | | by Kingsley Ighobor I Africa Renewal

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Building wealth in the digital age: A guide for modern Zimbabwean investors

Jah Prayzah Set for Harare Shutdown Concert

Senior citizen in court for allegedly fondling minor at church

Tagwirei Splashes US$5 Million in Harare Empowerment Drive

Mubaiwa cleared of fraud charges after NetOne withdrawal

Mubaiwa cleared of fraud charges after NetOne withdrawal

Mubaiwa cleared of fraud charges after NetOne withdrawal

Modern challenges shaping the future of casino operations

Geza defends Chiwenga's military attire at ZDF handover ceremony

Victory for the Khumalo family: High Court restores removes Zanele Khumalo as Regent Chief

Zimbabwe's call for body donations is ultimately a call to disrespect our deceased loved ones

Govt, SEEDCO struggle to protect farmers against counterfeit seeds

Education minister assures no exam leakages since 2023

Matobo RDC Seeks US$585K Loan for Lodge Construction, Tractor Loader and Vehicles

Zanu-PF mobilises grassroots for Mnangagwa term extension

Muza bullet header rocks Bosso

Filabusi makorokoza jailed for attempted murder

99% of Zesa customers on pre-paid meters

Maskiri arrested over goat sale scam

8 000 Bulawayo homeowners get offer letters

Uptake of dual citizenship by Malawians in Zimbabwe increases

War veterans to benefit from duty-free vehicle imports

Mnangagwa joins world leaders at key indaba

Chiwenga challenges unfair mineral extraction at G20

Technology fuels GBV, Zimbabwe minister says

Zimbabwean man sentenced to seven years for crude oil theft

Drug dealer in hot soup

Zimbabwe lifts cement import restrictions after Dangote visit

Zimbabwe Supreme Court Judge dies

Prophet Magaya's Yadah relegated

Court delays derail multi-billion cyber city project

Chivayo marks 45th birthday with US$5.3 million giveaway

Zimbabwe's mineral exports to hit US$6,5 billion mark

CMED introduces 18 electric buses in Zimbabwe

Chiefs demand hefty pay-outs for Gukurahundi

Gwanda residential project remains in limbo

Suspect in US$4m Ecobank Bulawayo heist extradited

Reprieve for defaulting Victoria Falls residents

Insiza RDC bans unauthorized borehole drilling

Tshabangu group now wants 10-year poll freeze

Mnangagwa halts Zanu-PF Harare rallies

Harare cartels fuelling Bulawayo chaos

Cops arrested in extortion sting operation

Zimbabwe's mining sector leads in non-performing loans

Edgars undertakes major strategy

Mnangagwa's army vehicles yet to be officially received

Coltart denies Town Clerk contract extension

Mom fatally stabs son (3)

Mnangagwa returns home after visit to Mozambique

Mother arrested over brutal assault

Geza defends Chiwenga's military attire at ZDF handover ceremony

Lupane State University students win innovation prize

Tagwirei Splashes US$5 Million in Harare Empowerment Drive

Zimbabwe road carnage claiming 5 people every day

The harder the Zimbabwe regime pushes citizens into believing economy improving the more unbelievable they sound!

Zimbabwe is at peace, says Mnangagwa

Senior citizen in court for allegedly fondling minor at church

Magistrate wrecks Zimbabwe diplomat's marriage

Zimbabwean woman dies at South African hospital; neglected due to her nationality

Victory for the Khumalo family: High Court restores removes Zanele Khumalo as Regent Chief

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