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US Senate tables second bill targeting South Africa

The United States Senate has introduced a new bill seeking to overhaul Washington's relationship with South Africa, impose sanctions on ruling party officials, and terminate Pretoria's access to the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA…

Published: 9 hrs ago | 350 | by Staff reporter

USA could finally repeal ZDERA sanctions on Zimbabwe, but...

A new bill introduced in the US Congress could see the Zimbabwe Democracy and Economic Recovery Act (ZDERA) repealed, but economic cooperation with the United States would still hinge on resolving outstanding compensation for white former …

Published: 16 hrs ago | 152 | by Staff reporter

Mudenda blames opposition for sanctions

Speaker of the National Assembly Jacob Mudenda has accused opposition legislators of being responsible for the economic sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe, in remarks that risk fuelling further tension in Parliament.The exchange took place duri…

Published: 12 Sep 2025 at 09:52hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zambia calls for removal of sanctions on Zimbabwe

Zambia has urged the full removal of all unilateral sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe, ahead of the SADC Anti-Sanctions Day commemorations next month. The appeal was made by Zambia's Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and I…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 09:54hrs | 17 | by Staff reporter

Grok unavailable in Zimbabwe due to sanctions

Grok, the artificial intelligence chatbot created by Elon Musk's U.S.-based startup xAI, appears to be inaccessible in Zimbabwe. Although the company has yet to provide an official explanation, mounting evidence points to U.S. sanctions - …

Published: 11 Aug 2025 at 23:16hrs | 815 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF warns South Africa against US sanctions

Zimbabwe's ruling party (ZANU-PF) says South Africa should not be intimidated by a proposed US bill that could empower President Donald Trump with "superpowers" to impose sanctions on African National Congress (ANC) leaders.ZANU-PF spokesp…

Published: 28 Jul 2025 at 08:52hrs | 587 | by Staff reporter

How Tagwirei's ascent threatens - and could reward - investors

Zimbabwe's political landscape has erupted into a new era of factionalism, with sanctioned tycoon Kudakwashe Tagwirei's meteoric rise within the ruling ZANU-PF party becoming a flashpoint. As the 2028 presidential elections loom, his align…

Published: 08 Jul 2025 at 15:18hrs | 3 | by Harrison Brooks

US Congress proposes sanctions against South Africa

A controversial bill introduced in the United States Congress aims to cut off direct aid to South Africa and impose targeted sanctions on its political leaders, citing the country's legal action against Israel at the International Court of…

Published: 04 Jul 2025 at 19:57hrs | 2345 | by Staff reporter

Anti-Zimbabwe MP asks why UK lifted sanctions on Ncube and Sanyatwe

A prominent British legislator and long-time critic of Zimbabwe, Baroness Kate Hoey, has questioned the United Kingdom government over its recent decision to lift sanctions on four high-ranking Zimbabwean officials and one state-owned arms…

Published: 28 Jun 2025 at 18:21hrs | 718 | by Staff reporter

Isaac Moyo, Matanga, Sanyatwe, Ncube, ZDI removed from UK sanctions list

The United Kingdom (UK) has officially removed former Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) head Isaac Moyo, Police Commissioner General Godwin Matanga, former army commander Anselem Sanyatwe, Minister of State for Midlands Owen Ncube, a…

Published: 28 May 2025 at 10:42hrs | 183 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe enlists Vatican's support in push to end sanctions

The Government of Zimbabwe has intensified its diplomatic campaign to end illegal Western-imposed sanctions by appealing to the Vatican for support, as part of a renewed strategy to build international consensus against the punitive measur…

Published: 04 May 2025 at 09:17hrs | 399 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Defence Industries removed from EU sanctions

THE European Union Council has removed the Zimbabwe Defence Industries (ZDI) from its restrictive measures imposed in 2002, but maintained its embargo on arms and equipment that could be utilised for internal repression, underscoring its c…

Published: 20 Feb 2025 at 18:55hrs | 705 | by Staff reporter

Sanctions must fall for Zimbabwe to thrive

Citizens Against Economic Sanctions Zimbabwe (CAESZ) has pledged to ramp up its campaign calling for the removal of economic sanctions imposed by Western countries, which it says are stifling Zimbabwe's economic growth and hindering progre…

Published: 12 Feb 2025 at 15:14hrs | 283 | by Staff reporter

Australia must sanction South Africa

An Open Letter from the British Australian Community Urging Suspension of Australian Aid to South Africa Over Anti-White Property Rights Violations South Africa's President Ramaphosa signed the country's new Expropriation Act 13 into law o…

Published: 10 Feb 2025 at 06:56hrs | 2509 | by Online

Elon Musk calls for sanctions against Julius Malema

Billionaire Elon Musk took to X (formerly Twitter) on Sunday to ignite a political firestorm, questioning South African President Cyril Ramaphosa for allegedly allowing Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) leader Julius Malema to incite violenc…

Published: 09 Feb 2025 at 16:51hrs | 1169 | by Staff reporter

Trump solves the Boer and Afrikaner question

In an unexpected twist, former President Donald Trump's sanctions and immigration measures may have inadvertently addressed one of South Africa's long-standing challenges related to its Boer and Afrikaner communities.Through the imposition…

Published: 09 Feb 2025 at 11:42hrs | 4378 | by Staff reporter

Trump to impose sanctions on International Criminal Court

U.S. President Donald Trump will sign an executive order on Thursday to sanction the International Criminal Court for targeting the United States and its allies, such as Israel, a White House official said.The order will place financial an…

Published: 06 Feb 2025 at 20:06hrs | 966 | by Staff reporter

UN General Assembly to debate sanctions on Zimbabwe

The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) is set to formally debate the impact of illegal sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by the United States, following the submission of two critical reports by the UN Special Rapporteur on unilateral coer…

Published: 24 Nov 2024 at 09:58hrs | 343 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa claims sanctions affecting 2030 agenda

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has stated that sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe are severely hampering his government's Vision 2030 agenda by restricting access to international financial support. His remarks came during the Anti-Sanctions Day …

Published: 26 Oct 2024 at 12:44hrs | 140 | by Staff reporter

China urges Western countries to lift illegal sanctions on Zimbabwe

China urges the very few Western countries, including the United States, and organizations to lift their decades-long illegal sanctions on Zimbabwe, China's Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said at a regular press briefing on Friday.Lin…

Published: 25 Oct 2024 at 17:15hrs | 268 | by Staff reporter

China opposes coercive measures against developing countries

China on Tuesday represented 28 Global South countries and delivered a joint statement at the United Nations opposing unilateral coercive measures and urging countries imposing them to "immediately and completely cease such practice.""Deve…

Published: 25 Oct 2024 at 15:52hrs | 135 | by Staff reporter

US Ambassador agrees that Zimbabwe was under sanctions

In a recently published op-ed, US Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Pamela M. Tremont, provided clarity on the sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe, emphasizing the limited scope and specific targets of these measures. Tremontâ€™s article aims to address t…

Published: 25 Oct 2024 at 12:54hrs | 611 | by Ambassador Pamela M. Tremont

Mnangagwa blasts US for crippling Zimbabwe's economy

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has expressed grave concern over the suffering endured by ordinary Zimbabweans due to economic sanctions, despite these measures being targeted at specific individuals. His remarks come as the Southern African …

Published: 25 Oct 2024 at 08:53hrs | 538 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabweans slam US Embassy for downplaying impact of sanctions

Zimbabweans and international supporters have expressed outrage over the US Embassy's recent claims regarding the effects of sanctions on the country, demanding that the "illegal coercive measures" be lifted entirely. The controversy erupt…

Published: 21 Oct 2024 at 14:16hrs | 584 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa headlines Anti-Sanctions Day commemorations

Zimbabwe will commemorate the fifth anniversary of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Anti-Sanctions Day on Friday, with President Emmerson Mnangagwa, as the chairperson of the regional bloc, leading the national event. The …

Published: 20 Oct 2024 at 12:16hrs | 84 | by Staff reporter

NRZ struggles amid sanctions, as revival efforts falter

In its prime, the National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) was the backbone of the nation's transport system, transporting passengers across the country and facilitating the movement of goods beyond Zimbabwe's borders. The rhythmic sound of tra…

Published: 19 Oct 2024 at 12:07hrs | 159 | by Staff reporter

The scream of sanctions: A weary story

Zimbabwe has been under sanctions since 2001 due to human rights abuses, poor governance policies, and actions that impede and shrink democratic spaces and rule of law.It is now necessary to alter the sanctions issue and put an end to this…

Published: 01 Oct 2024 at 15:05hrs | 146 | by Leonard Koni

'West seeks to regain control of Zimbabwe's levers of power'

Martin Zharare, executive director of Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES), has likened Zimbabwe's current situation to a "Fourth Chimurenga," describing it as an economic war waged by the West, particularly through sanctions. A…

Published: 08 Sep 2024 at 09:42hrs | 223 | by Staff reporter

US sanctions on Zimbabwe are real, US Bank to close accounts

Mercury Bank, a fintech based in the United States offering banking services to more than 100,000 early-stage startups, has included Nigeria in a list of countries restricted from opening and operating accounts on its platform.With this de…

Published: 24 Jul 2024 at 09:57hrs | 23536 | by Staff reporter

US keen to mend relations with Zimbabwe despite Mnangagwa sanctions

The United States has expressed its readiness to enhance relations with Zimbabwe, aiming to become a reliable and consistent partner. This announcement came as new ambassadors from the US, Ireland, Jamaica, and Thailand presented their cre…

Published: 18 Jul 2024 at 06:25hrs | 198 | by Staff reporter

Why Zimbabwe should break free from the US dollar's grip

Government Up Close"Normalcy is that a country must have its own currency," President Mnangagwa is on record highlighting this fact.Some people have argued that one of the gravest financial mistakes Zimbabwe made was to put in place a bask…

Published: 11 Jul 2024 at 14:10hrs | 74 | by Nick Mangwana

Zimbabweans should now see it's corruption, not 'sanctions', causing their suffering!

Zimbabweans has been engulfed in a seemingly unending debate as to what is the real source of their two-and-a-half-decade-long suffering.There have been two dominant narratives.Unsurprisingly, the ZANU PF government has never admitted or a…

Published: 22 Jun 2024 at 21:50hrs | 15 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

UNMASKED: Philippe Van Damme's gross exaggerations on Zimbabwe's hunger situation

Phillipe Van Damme, a former European Delegation country representative to Zimbabwe, has once again demonstrated his propensity for spreading misinformation. His recent claim on social media that Zimbabweans are dying due to hunger caused …

Published: 12 Jun 2024 at 12:36hrs | 36 | by Tonderai Ndoro

Sanctions driving Zimbabweans to commit crime in Botswana

Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi says targeted sanctions imposed by the West on ruling Zanu-PF officials, including President Emmerson Mnangagwa, are forcing desperate Zimbabweans to commit crime in the neighboring country.Masisi made …

Published: 24 May 2024 at 08:23hrs | 32 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe, Russia vow to strengthen ties

PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has said Zimbabwe is realising the fruits of its relations with Russia, a global powerhouse in maize, wheat and fertiliser production which  significantly contributes to world food security. He was speaking in Hara…

Published: 21 Mar 2024 at 08:44hrs | | by Staff reporter

China supports total sanctions removal on Zimbabwe

China stands ready to support Zimbabwe for the total removal of Western sanctions, the defence of its sovereignty and the pursuit of strategic security interests, visiting Chinese Communist Party (CCP)'s senior official and Vice Chairman o…

Published: 20 Mar 2024 at 06:30hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

Why US sanctions on Zimbabwe 'have not worked'

The United States is a global superpower. Its political and economic reach is massive and global in character. Look back in history and you can see how the US has so often made real changes to the world economy and political dispensation.I…

Published: 19 Mar 2024 at 19:54hrs | | by Eddie Cross

Targeted sanctions were inevitable

GOOD day, President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Your Excellency, my deduction is that targeted sanctions were inevitable. It does not augur well for Zimbabwe that you are the first sitting President to be designated by the United States (US) under…

Published: 13 Mar 2024 at 16:09hrs | 3 | by Cyprian M Ndawana

Unilateral sanctions are not illegal!

IT was so laughable listening to Information minister Jenfan Muswere fuming over US targeted sanctions on some Zimbabweans.I could easily tell that he was trying his best to please his boss, President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, by soundi…

Published: 12 Mar 2024 at 05:14hrs | 3 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

American chamber scouts for opportunities in Zimbabwe

THE CEO Africa Roundtable (CEO ART) has roped in an American-based organisation, Atlanta Black Chambers (ABC), in an investment scouting programme in the country.The Zimbabwe embassy in the United States (US) facilitated engagements betwee…

Published: 12 Mar 2024 at 05:13hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Sadc calls for total sanctions removal

The SADC Council of Ministers ended its meeting yesterday reiterating the regional bloc's call for the lifting of all forms of illegal sanctions against Zimbabwe and deliberating on regional food security and nutrition in light of erratic …

Published: 12 Mar 2024 at 05:11hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe minister updates Sadc on sUS anctions

Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister, Ambassador Frederick Shava, yesterday updated SADC about the purported removal of sanctions by the United States, but reiterated that Zimbabwe wants nothing short of total removal of the he…

Published: 11 Mar 2024 at 04:51hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Kasukuwere tells Mnangagwa that insults won't shake off US sanctions

Former Cabinet minister Saviour Kasukuwere has issued a challenge to President Emmerson Mnangagwa, urging him to transparently address his human rights and corruption allegations, which prompted the United States of America (US) to impose …

Published: 10 Mar 2024 at 06:31hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Matinyarare clash with Mnangagwa's stance on sanctions raises concerns

Political activist Rutendo Matinyarare has emerged with statements that directly contradict President Emmerson Mnangagwa's stance on the sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe, prompting concerns and igniting a national debate.Matinyarare's asserti…

Published: 09 Mar 2024 at 18:04hrs | 6 | by Mandla Ndlovu

US says companies may review stance on Zimbabwe after sanctions shift

US businesses may re-examine their stance on Zimbabwe following the adoption of a new sanctions program which places only three entities and the nation's top leaders including Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa under restrictions."Its…

Published: 09 Mar 2024 at 10:57hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter

'US's new sanctions on Mnangagwa ineffective'

The new regime of sanctions against Zimbabwe's top government officials and their enablers is new wine in an old wineskin and will not achieve anything in bringing change to the country, analysts have said.On March 4, the United States (US…

Published: 08 Mar 2024 at 15:48hrs | 27 | by Staff reporter

US calls for 'new-look' at Zimbabwe

The United States government says it stands ready for a "constructive relationship" with Zimbabwe adding the latest developments presented an opportunity for businesses to explore possible opportunities in the southern African country.This…

Published: 08 Mar 2024 at 07:52hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa's Zanu-PF using sanctions as excuse for corruption

Moses Mzila Ndlovu says the Zanu-PF government is heavily profiting from corruption, with the elite externalising funds out of the country and investing them elsewhere rather than in social services, all the while deceiving the Zimbabwean …

Published: 08 Mar 2024 at 07:31hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa says US partial sanctions removal on Zimbabwe is nonsense

THE recent partial removal of sanctions on Zimbabwe by the United States of America is "nonsense" and can only become meaningful if these illegal sanctions are removed in totality, President Mnangagwa said yesterday.While the US claims to …

Published: 08 Mar 2024 at 05:07hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Zambia calls for complete sanctions removal on Zimbabwe

ZAMBIA has called on the United States and her allies to remove all forms of sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe, not just the piecemeal adjustments it made on Monday.The US made fringe adjustments to its targeted sanctions on Zimbabwe that were…

Published: 08 Mar 2024 at 05:04hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

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