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How MPs can run better constituencies after elections

Since 1980 after Zimbabwe attained its independence under ZANU-PF government, very little was achieved to bring about unity, love, peace and tranquility, before, during and after election, as Zimbabwe elections has always been characterize…

Published: 10 Nov 2025 at 16:59hrs | 377 | by Andrew Ndlovu

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 20:40hrs | | 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 20:32hrs | | by Brian Ncube

Umdala Wethu: The Statesman who united a nation

In the story of Zimbabwe, there are names that echo. And then there is Joshua Mqabuko Nyongolo Nkomo - a man whose name is etched not merely in memory, but in the bedrock of the nation itself. As Zimbabwe marks 26 years since his passing o…

Published: 01 Jul 2025 at 09:30hrs | | by Dereck Goto

Europe's Role in Zimbabwe's Independence

As Zimbabwe continues to wrestle with its political identity and the legacy of its liberation struggle, one factor overlooked truth must be confronted, the war of liberation was not fought in isolation. Contrary to the ZANU PF narrative th…

Published: 05 Jun 2025 at 21:26hrs | | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

Zapu bemoans Zimbabwe's ailing health sector

The recent death of uGogo Rose Nyathi, "a Bulawayo celebrity, human rights activist, and informal comedian", who was laid to rest at Lady Stanley Cemetery highlighted some of the anomalies in our health system. While uGogo Rose advocated f…

Published: 16 Mar 2025 at 13:06hrs | 3 | by Dr Themba Bulle, ZAPU Deputy Secretary for Health and Welfare

Exclusion of ZAPU's contributions to the war of independence deplorable

The deplorable and unjustifiable exclusion of Joshua Nkomo and ZAPU's contributions to the war of independence was apparent shortly after April 1980. This exclusion was backed by Shona-speaking artists. The narrative of Zimbabwe's liberati…

Published: 19 Jul 2024 at 06:41hrs | | by Tafi Mhaka

Zanu-PF's crude path

When things become unbelievably smooth on the trot, you just need to do a reality check by tuning into ZTV, for there you will certainly find the dose that will wake you up from your island siesta.That's what I did this other day in my sea…

Published: 10 Mar 2024 at 06:59hrs | | by Tawanda Majoni

Pitfalls of Liberation Movements in Zimbabwe

This paper seeks to provide an introductory general overview of the pitfalls associated with liberation movements in Zimbabwe up to a certain historical point. However, the most accurate and up-to-date information, will be provide in the n…

Published: 24 Dec 2023 at 08:30hrs | 11 | by Josh Mhambi

A Celebration of Life, Rest in Power Mrs Zodwa Dabengwa

When a person passes, we take stock. We look at what they achieved or lament at what they didn't achieve. We sum up the value of that persons life on the gap they leave in society. Depending on what you achieved in life a void is left eith…

Published: 04 Jul 2023 at 08:14hrs | | by Duke Maplanka (Zapu Europe Chairman)

Duke Maplanka to stand as ZAPU UK Chairperson

First of all allow me to humbly express my gratitude for the nomination to represent our province as Chairperson. Our province is unique. Through history and time, seldom has there been a less represented province that contributes so much …

Published: 22 May 2023 at 13:03hrs | | by Duke Maplanka

ZAPU forces Eubert Angel's Church to close

Zapu sent shocking waves down the spine of Mr Eubert Angel the so-called plenipotentiary ambassador for ZIMBABWE in the Americas and Europe. Since the first episode of Al Jezeera called the Gold Mafia, ZAPU has taken the lead to fight the …

Published: 08 Apr 2023 at 06:28hrs | | by Thulani Nkala

Report Mphoko never deserted Zapu to join Zanu

The former members of the Rhodesian special branch are the ones who claimed that I deserted the struggle in 1976, to join ZANU.They forget that ZANU was banned in Zambia, Tanzania, and Mozambique. They were the same people who claimed that…

Published: 27 Jul 2022 at 18:54hrs | | by Phelekezela Mphoko

ZAPU must not Capitulate or Bulk under political pressure

My loss under the MDC ticket under Prof Welshman Ncube in 2013 was devastating personally, professionally and politically. We had a great campaign and candidates and hey a great programme to create a New United Zimbabwe. But the Voter has …

Published: 27 Apr 2022 at 14:32hrs | 7 | by Sindiso Mazibisa

'Underpaying teachers a tactical way of beating them to submission' ZAPU

Our schools are officially opened after a very long holiday that was caused by the rampaging Covid 19 pandemic that brought down many economies locally and abroad. When parents heard that schools were opening all resources they had were in…

Published: 16 Feb 2022 at 08:36hrs | | by ZAPU

Mnangagwa, Chiwenga were not present at the formation of the Patriotic Front in 1976

The People of Zimbabwe were united under the Zimbabwe African People's Union (Z.A.P.U).When Z.A.P.U. was banned, the party leadership decided that it will not form another political party, again, because the Rhodesian Government will ban t…

Published: 26 Dec 2021 at 16:41hrs | | by Report Phelekezela Mphoko

The letter of deceit

Prodigious things always happen. Reading the letter which Emerson Mnangagwa wrote to Zimbabweans and published on the 9th of November 2017 after he had been dismissed from both government and party is a deceitful one as methinks he wanted …

Published: 14 Nov 2021 at 23:27hrs | | by Phosiwe Ncube

The ZAPU's hour of reckoning has come.

The ZAPU National Elective Congress starts tomorrow on the 28th October 2021 at Bulawayo Amphitheatre and it will run until the 30th. The first day is earmarked for receiving delegates from various branches, districts, and provinces and fo…

Published: 27 Oct 2021 at 18:57hrs | | by Thulani Nkala

A red card or exit package for ED and his ZANU-PF Govt in 2023

The ground is shaking for EDiot and his cronies as they crave to hold onto power in 2023 when their fall is imminent. The sudden rise and revival of ZAPU with Sibangilizwe as the man- of - the - match in a scramble for the Party Presidenti…

Published: 17 Oct 2021 at 13:25hrs | 7 | by Mjibha Ndlovu

The wave of change is eminent on the southern region: Big homework for Zanu

The sudden change of political weather has given ZANU-PF a thorn in the flesh as it watches its friends and allies downfall and being dumped by masses through the ballot and political dustbin by voices of anger, rejection, victims of rape,…

Published: 25 Sep 2021 at 08:32hrs | | by Sibusisiwe Tshuma

Zanu-PF caught pants down

The Editor,This talk about an opposition sweep in Zimbabwe is misguided. Let us  not waste time talking about oppression, changing people's votes, killing, closure, arresting, torture, censorship of newspapers, interruption of the mea…

Published: 25 Aug 2021 at 18:42hrs | | by Thembani Maphosa

Zapu position on Zimbabwe government's machinations on Gukurahundi genocide

It is an objective reality that Zimbabwe cannot move forward as a nation towards peace and development unless and until the thorny issue of Gukurahundi is properly and effectively addressed. The attempts to assuage the pain and suffering c…

Published: 25 Aug 2021 at 18:41hrs | | by Thembani Maphosa

Remembering the peaceful giant

The last two months have been very important for the mother party and Zimbabweans as we have been engrossed with memories of giants who played prominent roles in our quest for a dignified and free life. Linked in life, linked in the strugg…

Published: 07 Jul 2021 at 11:02hrs | | by Iphithule Maphosa

My last days with Jason Ziyaphapha Moyo

I knew Jason ZIYAPHAPHA MOYO, when I joined the National Democratic Party (NDP) in 1960, after my agricultural course at Tsholotsho Breeding and Experimental Station.The relationship between the Party Leadership and it's Youth was very clo…

Published: 15 Jun 2021 at 20:06hrs | | by Phelekezela Mphoko (Zimbabwe former Vice President)

Correction of Zimbabwe history

The Zimbabwe African Peoples Union (ZAPU) never had a Military Command Structure called Special Affairs. The name Special Affairs was a Code name for the Armed Struggle, which ZAPU, (under the guise of The People's Caretaker Council) had d…

Published: 14 Jun 2021 at 14:27hrs | | by Phelekezela Mphoko (Zimbabwe former Vice President)

Erroneous reports on Zapu resolution to recall former MPs

The EditorThe article published on Sunday April 11, 2021 refers.In the article, it is erroneously reported that as party spokesperson, I confirmed that the Saturday [April 10, 2021] special meeting of Zapu National People's Council (NPC) a…

Published: 18 Apr 2021 at 08:26hrs | | by Iphithule T Maphosa (Zapu national spokesperson)

The Birth of the Federal Republic of Mthwakazi Establishment of the Department of National Statistics

MLF President, The birth of Mthwakazi as a sovereign state is informed by the lens of history. As Mthwakazi Liberation Front (MLF), we have learnt from the grave errors of our history. As we chart the path to the establishment of the Feder…

Published: 03 Apr 2021 at 10:50hrs | | by Dr Churchill Mpiyesizwe Guduza

SK Moyo too junior to be Vice president

In November 2017 Zapu Harare provincial secretary-general Elphacy Dube said the province was throwing its weight behind Khaya Moyo. Zapu Harare province jumped the gun and suggested SK Moyo without considering his rank within ZAPU structur…

Published: 30 Mar 2021 at 15:26hrs | | by Colin Khumalo

ZAPU Europe set for elective AGM

This Saturday, 13/03/21, Zapu Europe will be hosting a virtual elective AGM. This an exciting time for the Europe Chapter as it is now time for a smooth handover-takeover moment. The smooth running of affairs has become second nature to th…

Published: 10 Mar 2021 at 12:26hrs | | by Mlindelwa

An independent state is the only viable option for the people of Mthwakazi from the MLF president

Greetings to all! It is important to underline in addition to the emphasis on the importance of skills development for Mthwakazi which was published last week, that we look forward to fruitful engagements this year with all those whose goa…

Published: 10 Jan 2021 at 15:04hrs | | by Churchill Mpiyesizwe Guduza

Christmas and end of year message from ZAPU President

My fellow citizens, 2020 has been the most hectic year since the time our country and all Africa were fighting for self determination and independence from colonialism. The  world, found flat footed, battled an invisible enemy with Ch…

Published: 25 Dec 2020 at 09:09hrs | | by Isaac Mabuka

Zanu-PF comedians

In March this year the governing party appointed a young man into the position of Director of Information. Tafadzwa Mugwadi, a holder of a BSc in Political Science and a MSc in Finance in International Relations from the UZ had hitherto en…

Published: 27 Aug 2020 at 13:32hrs | | by Patrick Gabavu

Gukurahundi can only be resolved with the victims

The Gukurahundi sanitisation project fronted by Jenni Williams and her cabal is a dismal failure except for its obscenity and vulgarity of holding vile celebrations in Bhalagwe - a scene of heinous crimes against humanity. Jenni Williams w…

Published: 26 Aug 2020 at 22:04hrs | | by Lizwelethu Dube

Defiance Campaign for Mthwakazi

The arrest and incarceration of Chief Nhlanhlayamangwe Khayisa Ndiweni presents all the people of Mthwakazi with a moment for serious reflection and a resolution for a liberation way forward. Once again we have been caught wanting and unpr…

Published: 20 Aug 2019 at 07:18hrs | 2056 | by Thulani Nkala

Rest in Peace Isaac 'Bra Ike' Lesiba Maphoto. A tribute shared by ZAPU

EULOGY BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA AT THE FUNERAL OF COMRADE LESIBE ISAAC â€˜IKE' MAPHOTOPOLOKWANE, LIMPOPO PROVINCE 21 JULY 2019Programme DirectorMembers of the Maphoto familyMinisters and Deputy MinistersPremier of Limpopo, Cde Stan Mat…

Published: 23 Jul 2019 at 18:54hrs | | by CR17

Zapu's position on gukurahundi genocide

It is an objective reality that Zimbabwe cannot move forward as a nation towards peace and development; unless and until the thorny issue of Gukurahundi is seriously and effectively addressed. The assuaging of the pain and suffering brough…

Published: 08 Jul 2019 at 07:27hrs | 866 | by Zapu

Dabengwa's death revibrates Zapu

Thousands of people thronged the White City Stadium on Friday the 31st of May 2019 and Manxeleni on the 1st of June 2019. It occurred there, and indeed, Zapu was reborn, rediscovered and emotionally and spiritually revived. It was total pa…

Published: 03 Jun 2019 at 13:56hrs | | by Mkhululi Zulu

Dr Dumiso Dabengwa - End of an era, resilience of a vision

Speaking notes for ZAPU statement at the funeral of party President Dr. Dumiso DabengwaNtabazinduna, Umguza District, Matebeleland North, ZimbabweDr. Strike Mkandla, Secretary GeneralSaturday,  1st June 2019Dabengwa and Khumalo famili…

Published: 02 Jun 2019 at 20:09hrs | | by Dr. Strike Mkandl

LIVE: Dumiso Dabengwa memorial service

The memorial service of the late Dr Dumiso Dabwngwa is currently underway at White City Stadium in Bulawayo.Thousands of Zimbabweans including family, friends,

Published: 31 May 2019 at 09:15hrs | | by Mandla Ndlovu

The death of Dr Dumiso Dabengwa - A fiting tribute to an enigma

1. Paying tribute to an enigma I was on a bus on Thursday morning, the 24th May 2019, travelling through Botswana from Kwa Bulawayo, Mthwakazi when news about the untimely death of Dr Dabengwa reached me via the social media.  That wa…

Published: 30 May 2019 at 14:45hrs | | by Dr Mpiyesizwe Churchill Guduza

No political bullying during bereavement

Some shameless Zanu-PF supporters in their regalia invaded the food serving points, not bothering to observe the queue on Sunday at the home of Zapu's departed President Dumiso Dabengwa. They even went to the pots probably wanting to serve…

Published: 28 May 2019 at 08:39hrs | 1556 | by Mkhululi Zulu Zapu Presidential Spokeperson.

Details on the funeral and burial of Dumiso 'The Black Russian' Dabengwa

This serves as an update on the developments as we continue celebrating the life of our departed leader and father, President Dumiso Dabengwa. We have finally received his body in Bulawayo after technical glitches we experienced yesterday.…

Published: 27 May 2019 at 15:55hrs | | by Iphithule kaMaphosa

Dumiso Dabengwa an unrelenting fighter for the people

Dr. Dumiso Dabengwa passed away on 23 May 2019 and this led to a great buzz on Zimbabwe's political scene not common when opposition figures die. As a quick perusal of the media coverage soon after the news was announced, this unusual infl…

Published: 26 May 2019 at 20:32hrs | | by Dr. Strike Mkandla - ZAPU Secretary General

Mnangagwa must heed voices from South Africa

There are press reports that the South African Ambassador to Zimbabwe,Mr. Mbete,said that Mnangagwa must have an External Credible Dialogue Facilitator.Elsewhere, a senior ANC member Fikile Mbalula is reported to have highlighted reasons w…

Published: 21 May 2019 at 09:34hrs | | by Mkhululi Zulu

Misheck Velaphi Ncube Obituary: Connecting the Dots

Misheck Velaphi Ncube was buried at Heroes Acre in Harare on 9 May 2019, a well-deserved recognition from the ruling party and the state for his contribution to the liberation and independence of Zimbabwe. As happens in such events, some i…

Published: 19 May 2019 at 19:59hrs | | by Iphithule Maphosa

ZAPU fires warning shots at Mnangagwa

ZANU is a criminal organization built on a foundation of lies, conspiracy, treachery and a network of bought puppets masquerading as all sorts of officials. These officials are found on all strata of society from the ZANU Ward Committee Ch…

Published: 16 May 2019 at 08:38hrs | | by ZAPU

Zapu Presidency Sets up a Gukurahundi Committee And Calls for Sincerity

The Presidency of Zimbabwe African People's Union - Zapu has set up a Committee on the Gukurahundi genocide. This comes after numerous activities and talks about the issue. The Zapu Presidency noted that while Zapu was the direct political…

Published: 07 May 2019 at 08:31hrs | | by Mkhululi Zulu, Zapu Presidential Spokesperson

ZAPU response to 'Gukurahundi' moves by President Mnangagwa

In social and other media there has been debate and speculation on where President Emmerson Mnangagwa is headed regarding resolution of the "Gukurahundi" issue. In the run-up to Zimbabwe's Independence Day (18 April 2019) and on the actual…

Published: 24 Apr 2019 at 07:21hrs | | by Dr. Strike Mkandla

ZAPU's independence day message

As Zimbabweans remember the end of colonialism and the advent of independent rule on 18 April 1980, it is saddening to note that what every citizen celebrated as a new chapter has in actual fact been an incubation of a failed state and a p…

Published: 18 Apr 2019 at 11:33hrs | | by Iphithule Maphosa

The fallacy of Zanu-PF and civil society engagements.

Songs of praises from many quarters are now being sung for Mnangagwa after his minister pledged that following a meeting with a collection of Civic Society organizations the regime was going to allow reburial of Gukurahundi victims. The Mi…

Published: 13 Apr 2019 at 18:36hrs | | by Lovejean Ndlovu

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