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The rise of short-term loans in the UK

In recent years, financial flexibility has become increasingly important for individuals facing unexpected expenses or temporary cash flow challenges. One popul

Published: 13 Aug 2025 at 22:12hrs | | by Staff Reporter

We As Zimbabweans Are The Only Ones Who Must Rescue Our Health System

45 years on, the time for silence has passed. Every Zimbabwean, whether at home or in the diaspora, knows the painful truth, our health sector is crumbling. Hospitals without medicines, clinics without basic equipment and health workers wi…

Published: 05 May 2025 at 22:24hrs | | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

Harnessing the Zimbabwe diaspora for economic, social development

ZIMBABWE'S diaspora, estimated to exceed five million people, constitutes about 30% of the country's population.This global community represents a powerful resource with the potential to transform Zimbabwe's socio-economic landscape.With t…

Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 21:08hrs | | by Constantine Chikosi

Understanding suicide among diaspora-born youths

The prevalence of media reports highlighting the suicides of young Zimbabweans born in the Diaspora is a deeply concerning issue. The time has come for us as Zimbabweans to understand the underlying factors contributing to this distressing…

Published: 15 Mar 2024 at 13:10hrs | | by Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

Remitly Emerges as Top Choice for Zimbabweans Abroad: Fast, Affordable, and Fee-Free

In a significant trend, Zimbabweans in the diaspora are increasingly turning to Remitly.com for their money transfer needs, drawn by the platform's favorable ex

Published: 29 Dec 2023 at 11:34hrs | | by Libz Mbanje

Mnangagwa must introduce a diaspora ministry

GOOD day, President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Your Excellency, it is my sworn submission that your recent resurrection of the War Veterans ministry is suggestive of aberrations. As I see it, the decision is consistent with a washed-up mindset th…

Published: 27 Sep 2023 at 05:18hrs | | by Cyprian Muketiwa Ndawana

Diaspora should plan for post-Zanu-PF era

LAST week Wednesday was yet another heart-breaking day for me as I made my way through Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport to catch my flight.Many people, who came to greet me at the airport in Harare and on the plane, were mainly …

Published: 18 Jul 2023 at 05:22hrs | | by Hopewell Chin'ono

6 years of false promises

IT is now six years since President Emmerson Mnangagwa took over political power from the now late former President Robert Mugabe with the assistance of the military.Mnangagwa promised a break from the past.He declared zero tolerance to co…

Published: 09 Jun 2023 at 05:46hrs | | by Citizen

Mnangagwa's govt should allow diasporans to vote

THE Zimbabwe Diaspora Initiative, a non-partisan group of Zimbabweans living abroad who are interested in participating in Zimbabwe's national elections, was pleased to read of Information minister Monica Mutsvangwa's meeting with the Aust…

Published: 09 Jun 2023 at 05:46hrs | | by Rosewiter Mangiroza Zimbabwe Diaspora Vote Initiative chairperson

Zimbabwe govt ill-treating its diaspora citizens

RECENT legislative developments in Zimbabwe portray the government as being only interested in its diaspora-based citizens when it wants them to contribute to the country's economic development and monitoring them for perceived unpatriotic…

Published: 06 Feb 2023 at 04:54hrs | 17 | by Padmore Kufa - Zimbabwe Diaspora Vote Initiative

Hichilema must push Zimbabwe diaspora vote case

YOUR ExcellencyPresident Hakainde Hichilema,Chair,Sadc Organ on Politics, Defence and SecurityThe Zimbabwe diaspora vote, a grouping of Zimbabweans living outside Zimbabwe, congratulates you on the occasion of your taking over as chairpers…

Published: 01 Feb 2023 at 07:42hrs | | by Rosewiter Mangiroza

Open letter to President Mnangagwa

DEAR President Emmerson Mnangagwa,We appeal to the International Criminal Court (ICC) to officially either serve you summons or issue a warrant of arrest or proceed to apprehend, interrogate and prosecute you on applicable legal criteria o…

Published: 08 Sep 2022 at 05:44hrs | | by Zvaringeni Samuel Chasi, Patriotic Party Zimbabwe president

Zimbabweans in the diaspora must fight for their voting rights

ZIMBABWEANS in the diaspora must fight for their right to vote and must lobby their families who depend on them for survival, and the businesses they do business with, to push for the diaspora vote in 2023.If President Emmerson Mnangagwa i…

Published: 08 Sep 2022 at 05:44hrs | | by Kennedy Kaitano

Zimbabweans in foreign lands demand right to vote

FOLLOWING intensive discussion by over 200 Zimbabweans living in Australia and New Zealand who are interested in exercising their constitutional right to vote next year, a letter was written to President Emmerson Mnangagwa on April 15, 202…

Published: 04 Jul 2022 at 05:59hrs | | by Padmore Kufa

Diaspora a death trap for cheating partners

As the British Home office plans to deport another plane-load to Zimbabwe again, it has become imperative to find out why many women and some men lost their lives to their spouses over the issue of infidelity. At law, the killing of a wife…

Published: 26 Feb 2022 at 18:19hrs | | by Dr Masimba Mavaza

Violence in Masvingo makes Chamisa a hero

The recent events in the Masvingo province against MDC-Alliance President Advocate Nelson Chamisa raised his bar graph very high. The MDC-A leader is in a meet the people whirlwind tour, meeting community and citizens leaders in the provin…

Published: 15 Oct 2021 at 16:41hrs | | by Phosiwe Ncube

Distant parenting a disaster in Diaspora

Many Zimbabweans have left the country for purported greener pastures.  But the greener pastures turn tinder dry on family relationships, volatile and ready to burn.  Most parents have been away from their children for years. Onl…

Published: 18 Sep 2021 at 05:22hrs | | by Dr Masimba Mavaza

Life without a visa in Diaspora a nightmare

STAYING in the UK without a visa or a right to stay is intolerable, the worst thing that can happen to a human being is to become an illegal immigrant in a 'hostile environment'.   People who have stayed in the UK for over 40 yea…

Published: 11 Sep 2021 at 11:16hrs | | by Dr Masimba Mavaza

'Allow the diaspora vote' - for umpteenth time, Zanu PF does not care monkeys about free elections

"People want to come back home and contribute in developing their nation but are being hindered by the ever rising cost of living, unstable economic environment, erratic power supply. The financial muscle within the diaspora can make a dif…

Published: 02 Sep 2021 at 17:44hrs | 23 | by Nomusa Garikai

Towards meaningful diaspora engagement

Globally, it is estimated that 1 in 7 people is a migrant. Though this measly figure appears to be statistically insignificant and to give credence to the critics of the so-called mobility bias in migration studies, it must be noted that m…

Published: 20 Jan 2021 at 06:36hrs | | by Mutsa Murenje, Queensland, Australia

Diaspora men held at ransom by their wives

Man sitting on outdoor wooden stairwell, cupped hand wrapped around clenched hand, both hands held to mouth, a pained gaze" This is the everyday posture most men in the UK adopt under pressure from their partners and spouses. Domestic viol…

Published: 16 Oct 2020 at 22:55hrs | | by Dr Masimba Mavava

Criminals targeting Diaspora stands in Zimbabwe

Hi,Just to share with you important news to warn people of criminals moving around Gweru especially claiming to have also been sold the same housing stand. They go on to ask for your plan and proof of your payment of the stand yet they the…

Published: 11 Oct 2020 at 10:23hrs | | by Concerned

Zimdiaspora in final push

In one of the Largest planned peaceful demonstrations this year, the Zimbabwe Diaspora in the UK made so much noise, that, over 15 Police officers, including rapid response, Armed and West Minster Enforcement were called to the Zimbabwe Em…

Published: 20 Aug 2019 at 15:49hrs | | by Thabo Makuyana

Diaspora lay flowers for the #shutdown victims on steps of The Zimbabwe Embassy - demand an end to state-sponsored murders and a

London - Saturday 9 February 2019 - Diaspora Protestors carrying flowers staged a demonstration outside the Zimbabwe Embassy in London calling for an end to the wave of murders which have taken place since #shutdown protests.The protesters…

Published: 19 Feb 2019 at 17:06hrs | 907 | by Kingstone Jambawo

Zimbabwe diaspora are marginalised

Since Monday January 14, Zimbabwe's diaspora were horrified watching violent events unfold, and during the Internet shutdown, were petrified unable to contact family, friends and neighbours back home. They were gripped by fear that danger …

Published: 06 Feb 2019 at 08:13hrs | | by Pearl Matibe

From God, to Sheperd E.D Mnangagwa, about Orphans in Diaspora

34 The word of the Lord came to me: 2 "Son of man, prophesy against the shepherds of Israel; prophesy and say to them: 'This is what the Sovereign Lord says: Woe to you shepherds of Israel who only take care of yourselves! Should not sheph…

Published: 03 Dec 2018 at 19:45hrs | | by Ryton Dzimiri

Mvundlana Homestead pictures, why we quest?

Brilliant Zimbabweans use sour situations to sweeten their lives. Where we are faced with dire hardship, we climb at the back of that hardship the hardest way and hammer it into a magnificent and attractive product.Where we were told we we…

Published: 31 Oct 2018 at 08:07hrs | | by Ryton Dzimiri

Not even ED can circumvent the laws of nature

Some laws of nature can't be changed, as much as we would like to. Produce only grows after rain, objects fall to the ground because of gravity, and to turn a truck around, one needs a lot of space. In line with these truths, and as frustr…

Published: 03 Oct 2018 at 12:56hrs | 1719 | by Mike tawanda

2018 Elections: A brutal fight over youth participation and their vote

It would appear that Nelson Chamisa's taking over reigns at the MDCT and MDC Alliance suddenly energised young people into politics.Even Diaspora began honestly engaging in MDC T and MDC Alliance politics. Nonetheless, Chamisa's taking ove…

Published: 08 Mar 2018 at 12:09hrs | 935 | by Ndaba Nhuku

Diaspora outraged by police shootings in Harare

Police killings in Harare has attracted criticism from many human rights groups including the U.K. based Zimbabwe Human Rights Organisation and Restoration of Human Rights Zimbabwe who jointly organised today's protest at the Zimbabwe Emba…

Published: 07 Mar 2018 at 16:20hrs | | by Kingstone Jambawo

'Mnangagwa must allow Diasporans to vote'

EDITOR,President Emmerson Mnangagwa tried hard to impress at the just-ended 48th World Economic Forum, but a few mistakes that he made could work against him.The biggest error he made was to answer a question on whether the Zimbabweans liv…

Published: 31 Jan 2018 at 14:07hrs | | by Kennedy Kaitano

Call for Mnangagwa to be president to white farmer & vendor too

When Mnangagwa was sworn into office, he promised to be the president  for all "regardless of colour, creed, religion, tribe or political affiliation". I should also urge him to include in his list all 'econom…

Published: 22 Jan 2018 at 07:35hrs | | by Memory Chatambudza

Open letter to the united nations on Zimbabwe from a diasporan

If the international community was able to exercise ownership on giving of Mr. Mugabe Ambassadorial status for World Health Organization, then perhaps the world body of United Nations ought to act and restore order in Zimbabwe today from a…

Published: 09 Nov 2017 at 10:14hrs | | by Andrew Manyevere

Madamombe is an attention seeker

While speaking to VOA Studio 7 last night, the coordinator of the demonstrations against President Mugabe at the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), Savana Madamombe revealed unwittingly the real reason why they were protesting.In that…

Published: 21 Sep 2017 at 14:33hrs | | by John Sigauke

I voted multiple times for people living in the diaspora at the insistence of Tobaiwa Mudede

Tobaiwa Mudede, a Mugabe's apologetic civil servant who is somehow immune to retirement is a perennial electoral impostor, manipulator of the voters roll and an agent of corrupting the democratic electoral processes. Mudede is the metaphor…

Published: 01 Jul 2017 at 10:33hrs | | by Themba Mthethwa

Zimbabwe diaspora in UK demand voting rights

Birmingham: The emergence of Zimbabwe's civil society movements in politics since #thisflag movement has become both fascinating and challenging. Fascinating in that the demonstrations does not seem to be merely a passing consciousness, bu…

Published: 28 Apr 2017 at 13:38hrs | | by Kingstone Jambawo

Looters rob Zimbabweans of decent Easter holiday

Dear Comrades!We are once again celebrating another holiday following our hard work in our various places of work, but we have nothing to show for it. This is the time we are expected to be with our families and loved ones in our home…

Published: 13 Apr 2017 at 17:38hrs | | by Ngqabutho Nicholas Mabhena

Govt should stop seeing diaspora merely as cash cow and start investing in real relationship

I've just read a news article which reported Small and Medium Enterprises Minister, Sithembiso Nyoni, as having said that the government has dispatched a delegation to Nepal to study how â€˜to organise remittances inflow to improve the cou…

Published: 28 Mar 2017 at 10:42hrs | | by Chofamba Sithole

A Letter from the Diaspora

Dear Mum and Dad, 2018 is just around the corner and if you insist on voting Mugabe into power again that will be enough assurance to me you can as well work and survive on your own. I left our country in search of a job - any job - becaus…

Published: 20 Mar 2017 at 08:14hrs | | by Batsirai

Short story - The Money

What money? That was my reaction after receiving a message telling me to go and collect my money. During those days for cheap and fast communication people used â€”â€”â€”- , what did they call it then. WhatsApp!! Of course I had forgotten,…

Published: 13 Mar 2017 at 15:01hrs | | by Nyasha Reward Mapuvire

Electoral reform starts with us, voter registration is key - ZUNDE

Yes, that is correct, electoral reform starts with us â€” you and me â€” and that is a fact. In addition, voter registration cannot be stopped because the government says it has no money. While the government and ZANU PF have the obligatio…

Published: 31 Oct 2016 at 11:12hrs | | by Benjamin Paradza

UDF Zimbabwe diaspora outreach policy

Background Ten to fifteen years ago it would have been inconceivable to start a Zimbabwean political party in the Diaspora. This was due to the little or no impact that it could have had on the political arena back in Zimbabwe. However acc…

Published: 06 Sep 2016 at 18:58hrs | | by Roberta Senzelumusa Moyo

Discussing arts in diaspora with Future Moyo aka Jamelah

My article may sound rude to others but unfortunately with my limited talent , it stands as the only contribution I have for theatre lovers . When I write for marketing purposes I do sell, but when I write as an arts practitioner I take no…

Published: 06 Sep 2016 at 13:41hrs | | by Future Moyo aka Jamelah

WorldRemit - How to receive remittances from the Diaspora

1. Check that fees are displayed upfrontHelp your sender to get the most for their money by checking that fees are displayed upfront. While many remittance services may seem cheap at first, often fees will be hidden or exchange rates won't…

Published: 21 Jul 2016 at 08:46hrs | | by Lamide Danmola

Where is Zanu PF voice in all this?

Where is Zanu-PF voice in all this?Charity MaodzaOne would learn true patriotism if he attends a function organized by the Western embassies, especially their national days and receptions of a very important person from their home countrie…

Published: 11 Jul 2016 at 13:38hrs | | by Charity Maodza

Zimbabwe Diaspora, locals need each other

INITIALLY we were disturbed by the number of Zimbabweans resident outside the country but now we think it is a blessing.It now makes our financial freedom crusade attainable with "Zimbos", by "Zimbos" for "Zimbos". That is financial democr…

Published: 02 Mar 2016 at 07:51hrs | | by Morris Mpala, MoB Capital (Pvt) Ltd

Zimbabwe Diaspora - a case of fatigue and loss of interest

For many years, especially in the last fifteen when the Zimbabwean economy took a sharp nosedive owing to ZANU PF's classic malfeasance coupled with gross ineptitude, Zimbabweans in the diaspora have done their level best in keeping togeth…

Published: 23 Dec 2015 at 10:14hrs | | by Moses Chamboko

ZUNDE will work with every sector including security and the diaspora

Zimbabweans United for Democracy (ZUNDE) has come onto the political platform when the nation is utterly broken. Our people have lost everything they ever hoped for; their souls, hopes and aspirations are gone. Families have been torn apar…

Published: 14 Jun 2015 at 08:04hrs | | by Benjamin Paradza Vice President - ZUNDE

Zimbabwe arts in diaspora

1.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Trip : Meet The Artists Tour by Future Moyo (Rainbow Province Arts â€“Festival Director &amp; Usungulo Arts founder)Contacts: usungulo

Published: 13 Mar 2015 at 11:32hrs | | by Jamela Vodloza

Dying in the Diaspora

Often we hear people proclaiming that we are born to die, and it is indeed the inevitable which give us the challenge to do the utmost and enjoy the years before it happens.Others, however, view death as the nastiest part of their existenc…

Published: 28 Feb 2015 at 15:04hrs | | by Fanuel Kangondo

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Environmental degradation threatens water sources security

Mapeza named new Scottland FC coach

New army appointments bad news for Chiwenga

CAPS United dismiss Bakala and technical team

High Court overturns appointment of Regent Chief Mabhikwa

Zimbabwe mining firms to lose licences in new crackdown

Police, producers declare war on counterfeit seed

School loses US$10 000 to bogus agents

Opposition politician dies

Ambassador Bvuma dies

Coltart, deputy mayor clash over Town Clerk's contract

Mnangagwa land tenure programme court challenge fails

Government Revenue Collections Surpass Expenditure in 2025

Mkwasine Woman Arrested for Murder of Daughter

Church leaders warned against drug abuse during night prayers

Blow for war vets contesting Mnangagwa title deeds

AMH Editor bail conditions relaxed

AMH Editor bail conditions relaxed

Mudenda writes to Mnangagwa over ministers' absenteeism

RBZ says de-dollarisation on track

Harare woman loses US$8k in visa scam

Scottland dumps Ndiraya after debut title

Zimbabwe Influencers in hot water over fake adverts

Motorists losing valuables in Harare parking bays

China dominates Zimbabwe's lithium sector

Bulawayo teen dies in suspected suicide following family dispute

Mwazha to be buried on Sunday in Chivhu

Chimombe, Mpofu sentencing further delayed

War vets get 5ha for small businesses

Zesa owed ZWG 14 billion

Zimbabwe cement imports temporary as investors build new capacity

Zim analyst criticises Tanzanian opposition and ruling parties for election failures

ZERA dismisses false claims of solar energy tax

Africa's Eden Travel Show - Global Edition 2025 Sets a New Benchmark for Regional Tourism

Mnangagwa's regime should not try to profit from its own failures

Man jailed after accusing parents of witchcraft

Tshabangu says parliament welcomes extension of presidential term

Father jailed 20 years for raping daughter

Senior BCC officer in the dock over fuel scandal

Zimbabwean man remanded over job scam in Botswana

Zapu condemns chiefs

Zanu-PF urban push boosted by Tagwirei

Hidden firearms in Mabvuku

Govt launches skills audit at Harare City Council

Dembare players strike again

Zanu-PF delegation in China on 3-week exchange programme

Abandoned vehicles to be towed away from highways

ZRP denies collaboration with SARACO

Chiwenga's military uniform sparks speculation

Mnangagwa hands over vehicles, wheelchairs to young Zimbabweans with disabilities