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Contractors amenable to land deals with govt to settle debts
Local News
 By Freeman Makopa | 26m ago
In 2023, the Independent reported that government projects were under threat as contractors were contemplating pulling out due to unpaid dues. 

FBC Zim Open dreams of DP World Tour

 FBC Zim Open dreams of DP World Tour
While ZOC is happy with the growth of the tournament since its relaunch in 2010, it believes the event can go on to attain DP World Tour status. 
By Munyaradzi Madzokere 3h ago
Afreximbank defies global economic headwinds with record US$973,5m profit in 2024  
Afreximbank defies global economic headwinds with record US$973,5m profit in 2024  
By Mthandazo Nyoni Apr. 14, 2025
Liquidity crunch hits stockbroking firms
Liquidity crunch hits stockbroking firms
By Mthandazo Nyoni Apr. 11, 2025

Zim’s US$5bn energy funding gap faces reality check
Local News
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga | Apr. 11, 2025

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Editor’s Memo: The regulation ruckus
Editor’s Memo: The regulation ruckus
Zim@45: time to reflect
Stock markets clamour for help
FBC Zim Open dreams of DP World Tour
Needed: African response to Trump tariffs…by responding alone, Zimbabwe may have jumped the gun

Latest Stories

Economists differ in opinion as fragile economy disentangles
By Freeman Makopa 34m ago
Economists differ in opinion as fragile economy disentangles
Zim targets informal workers in new safety scheme
By Freeman Makopa 39m ago
Zim targets informal workers in new safety scheme
Axia’s H1 2025 financial review: ZiG devaluation drives US$2,287m financial losses
By Kudakwashe Taimo 43m ago
Axia’s H1 2025 financial review: ZiG devaluation drives US$2,287m financial losses
Medical insurers scour Africa as regulatory move sends tremors
By Shame Makoshori 52m ago
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Medical insurers scour Africa as regulatory move sends tremors

Local News

Contractors amenable to land deals with govt to settle debts

In 2023, the Independent reported that government projects were under threat as contractors were contemplating pulling out due to unpaid dues. 
By Freeman Makopa 26m ago
Contractors amenable to land deals with govt to settle debts
Economists differ in opinion as fragile economy disentangles
Economists differ in opinion as fragile economy disentangles
By Freeman Makopa 34m ago
Zim targets informal workers in new safety scheme
Zim targets informal workers in new safety scheme
By Freeman Makopa 39m ago
Medical insurers scour Africa as regulatory move sends tremors
Medical insurers scour Africa as regulatory move sends tremors
By Shame Makoshori 52m ago
Belarus eyes tractor and bus assembly deal in boost to Zim ties
Belarus eyes tractor and bus assembly deal in boost to Zim ties
By Staff Reporter 1h ago

Health

Over-use of antibiotics can result in drug resistant bacteria
Over-use of antibiotics can result in drug resistant bacteria
By Admin Apr. 14, 2023
Rest, good sleep contribute to better health, happiness
By Admin Feb. 17, 2023
Everyone eligible is encouraged to donate blood, help save lives
By The Independent Jun. 10, 2022

Business Digest

Afreximbank defies global economic headwinds with record US$973,5m profit in 2024  

By Mthandazo Nyoni Apr. 14, 2025
We will halt rapid mushrooming of service stations in Harare: Mafume
We will halt rapid mushrooming of service stations in Harare: Mafume
By Freeman Makopa Apr. 11, 2025
Counterfeit crisis a big threat to economy
Counterfeit crisis a big threat to economy
By Staff Reporter Apr. 11, 2025
Huge progress in reducing unclaimed shares
Huge progress in reducing unclaimed shares
By Blessed Ndlovu Apr. 11, 2025
Canadian firm LARC makes headway in lithium mining
Canadian firm LARC makes headway in lithium mining
By Tatira Zwinoira Apr. 11, 2025
Banks automate, phase out traditional roles
By Ashton Ndakusiya Apr. 11, 2025

Editorial comments

Hope for lifting ban on OM, PPC chips
Hope for lifting ban on OM, PPC chips
By The Independent Aug. 26, 2022
Without planes, AirZim board won’t perform wonders
Without planes, AirZim board won’t perform wonders
By The Independent Aug. 5, 2022
Power crisis needs urgent attention
Power crisis needs urgent attention
By The Independent Jul. 29, 2022
Don’t print cash for projects
Don’t print cash for projects
By The Independent Jul. 22, 2022

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Technology

Exploring the vibrant world of sports betting in Ethiopia

While the allure of sports betting is undeniable, it's crucial to approach it with caution and responsibility.
By Theindependent Mar. 11, 2024
Exploring the vibrant world of sports betting in Ethiopia

Satewave churns out power solutions for Zim

Satewave Technologies director Xiao Feng said the company has several solar solutions to address the current power challenges.
By Staff Writer Aug. 15, 2023
Liquid Tech to increase tariffs by 50%
By Staff Writer Mar. 31, 2023
Jotter: Students develop an integrated learning app
By Staff Writer Mar. 17, 2023
Innovative crowd-investing app ‘PiggyBankAdvisor’ launched
By Staff Writer Mar. 17, 2023
Meta gives up on NFTs for Facebook and Instagram
By The Verge Mar. 15, 2023

Reasons To Buy Bitcoin From A Trading Platform

Another fundamental reason behind getting the coins from this particular space is that it provides
By Theindependent Mar. 2, 2023

Why do banks not want people to rely upon cryptocurrencies?

Cryptocurrency transaction volume is much less than the fiat currencies, leading to a lack of liquidity in the market.
By Theindependent Feb. 9, 2023

Sports

FBC Zim Open dreams of DP World Tour

FBC Zim Open dreams of DP World Tour
While ZOC is happy with the growth of the tournament since its relaunch in 2010, it believes the event can go on to attain DP World Tour status. 
By Munyaradzi Madzokere 3h ago
Zim ladies team second at regional tourney
By Zimsportlive Apr. 11, 2025
Zim ladies team second at regional tourney
Women’s football in sponsorship adventure
By Austin Karonga Apr. 11, 2025
Women’s football in sponsorship adventure
All set for Masvingo Golf Tournament
By Linda Munyama Apr. 11, 2025
All set for Masvingo Golf Tournament
Krog finishes as highest ranked Zim on Sunshine Tour
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Apr. 4, 2025
Krog finishes as highest ranked Zim on Sunshine Tour
Shijie Li basks in Mawegu triumph
Shijie Li basks in Mawegu triumph
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Apr. 4, 2025
CBZ boost for Zim chess
CBZ boost for Zim chess
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Apr. 4, 2025
Zim crick team set for thrilling winter season
Zim crick team set for thrilling winter season
By Kevin Mapasure Mar. 28, 2025

Lifestyle & Art

Healthy beginnings, fragile systems: Antenatal care should become a national priority in Zim
 Healthy beginnings, fragile systems: Antenatal care should become a national priority in Zim
By Cimas Apr. 11, 2025
Fond farewell for Coventry
By Khumbulani Muleya Apr. 11, 2025
High cholesterol levels could cause serious health issues
By Cimas Apr. 4, 2025
Mutize makes triumphant return to Sofar Sounds Harare’s 18th edition
By Staff Writer Apr. 4, 2025

Hair, hustle and high society: The Hairdresser of Harare

 Hair, hustle and high society: The Hairdresser of Harare
What happens when the queen of the salon suddenly finds herself dethroned in a city where competition is a matter of survival?
By Ashleigh Chambeni Mar. 28, 2025
Film festival celebrates women
Film festival celebrates women
By Khumbulani Muleya Mar. 28, 2025
Matobo’s earth colours inspire fashion and lifestyle trends
Matobo’s earth colours inspire fashion and lifestyle trends
By Khumbulani Muleya Mar. 21, 2025

Environment

Zim to pay 100% of international hunting revenue to communities
 Zim to pay 100% of international hunting revenue to communities
By The Independent
Jun. 10, 2022
Herbicides: Bad news for local food security
By The Independent May. 27, 2022
Dumpsite: Gweru feels the heat
By The Independent May. 13, 2022
Zim to pay 100% of international hunting revenue to communities
By The Independent Jun. 10, 2022
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Videos

Kirsty Coventry, minister of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation In Conversation With Trevor

By The NewsDay Mar. 26, 2025
Kirsty Coventry, minister of Youth, Sport, Arts and Recreation In Conversation With Trevor
Dr. Ignatius Mabasa, storyteller, writer and academic In Conversation With Trevor
Dr. Ignatius Mabasa, storyteller, writer and academic In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Mar. 26, 2025
Senator David Coltart, Mayor Of Bulawayo In Conversation With Trevor #BulawayoSeries
Senator David Coltart, Mayor Of Bulawayo In Conversation With Trevor #BulawayoSeries
By The NewsDay Aug. 18, 2024
Victor Mapunga, Founder & CEO Of FlexID Technologies In Conversation With Trevor
Victor Mapunga, Founder & CEO Of FlexID Technologies In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Aug. 18, 2024
Dr Joseph Kanyekanye, Executive Chairman of Alliance Holdings In Conversation
Dr Joseph Kanyekanye, Executive Chairman of Alliance Holdings In Conversation
By The NewsDay Jun. 27, 2024
Kathy Mwanza, Founder & Managing Director Of Cake Fairy In Conversation With Trevor
Kathy Mwanza, Founder & Managing Director Of Cake Fairy In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jun. 6, 2024
Brian Munyawarara, Founder and CEO of Raysun Capital In Conversation With Trevor
Brian Munyawarara, Founder and CEO of Raysun Capital In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jun. 4, 2024

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Councils achieve record Zinara funds uptake in 2024
Councils achieve record Zinara funds uptake in 2024
7 best Casinos not on Gamstop for UK players 2025
'SmartBiz thriving in the face of new competition'
Aura Group’s Starlink Push is Reshaping Internet Connectivity in Zimbabwe

Agriculture

Dock sheep tail to maintain weight

Dock sheep tail to maintain weight
The most common way of docking tails is by using an elastic and expandable latex ring. The rubber ring is expanded with an elastrator and put over the tail, where it is released.
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi Mar. 22, 2024
Asparagus worth your while (II)
Asparagus worth your while (II)
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi Mar. 1, 2024
Why it makes sense to farm meat goats
Why it makes sense to farm meat goats
By Shane Brody Jul. 7, 2023
How to start a fish farming business
How to start a fish farming business
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi May. 26, 2023
Climate change is real, be alert
Climate change is real, be alert
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi May. 12, 2023

Opinion & Analysis

Axia’s H1 2025 financial review: ZiG devaluation drives US$2,287m financial losses
Axia’s H1 2025 financial review: ZiG devaluation drives US$2,287m financial losses
By Kudakwashe Taimo | 43m ago
Candid Comment : Forty-five years on, freedom remains elusive
Candid Comment : Forty-five years on, freedom remains elusive
By Tinashe Kairiza | 52m ago
Editor’s Memo: The regulation ruckus
Editor’s Memo: The regulation ruckus
By Shame Makoshori | 1h ago
Zim@45: time to reflect
Zim@45: time to reflect
By Muckracker | 1h ago
Needed: African response to Trump tariffs…by responding alone, Zimbabwe may have jumped the gun
Needed: African response to Trump tariffs…by responding alone, Zimbabwe may have jumped the gun
By Grace Chirenje | 2h ago

The Standard

Africa’s Wealth Titans

Nicky Oppenheimer, a prominent figure in the diamond industry,
By The Standard Apr. 15, 2025
Africa’s Wealth Titans

Harmful cultural practices suppress rural women's autonomy, UFS sociology PhD Mavis Soko

Mavis Soko, who has earned a PhD in Sociology at UFS, says there are still deeply entrenched patriarchal norms in rural Zimbabwe.
By Timeslive Apr. 15, 2025
Major boost for local religious tourism
By Style Reporter Apr. 15, 2025
Passover tribute: Regional indigenous church group honours late founder
By Staff Reporter Apr. 14, 2025
‘Better paid than pained’: The slow death of democratic integrity
By Tapiwa Gomo Apr. 14, 2025
The Highs and Lows of Prateek Suri: How Prateek Suri Became Richest Indian in Africa
By The Standard Apr. 13, 2025

Southern Eye

Mbundane man beds minor

The matter was reported to the police, resulting in the arrest of the accused.
By Berita Kafesu 4h ago
Mbundane man beds minor

Bulawayo duo nabbed for murder

The suspects then dragged Ncube outside and stabbed him.
By William Vundla 4h ago
Govt urged to address Bulawayo de-industrialisation
By Nizbert Moyo 4h ago
Mat North demands fulfilment of 2023 election promise
By Silas Nkala 4h ago
Foundation to empower communities with skills
By Patricia Sibanda Apr. 16, 2025
Mines ministry to assess Deka River pollution
By William Vundla Apr. 16, 2025

NewsDay

Can Africa’s EV revolution support rural women?

Can Africa’s EV revolution support rural women?
Zimbabwean start-up Mobility for Africa wants to bring electric tricycles to rural regions across Africa. Mobility for Africa
By CNN 1h ago
Belarus to ship more farm machines to Zim
By Nqobizwe Thebe 1h ago
Belarus to ship more farm machines to Zim
Zim/Unicef sign child rights protection agreement
By Obert Siamilandu 1h ago
Zim/Unicef sign child rights protection agreement
Squabbles threaten Muswere telemedicine project
By Staff Reporter 1h ago
Squabbles threaten Muswere telemedicine project
2 attacked by wild animals in Kariba
By Obert Siamilandu 3h ago
2 attacked by wild animals in Kariba
ZiG43m government debt chokes Harare council
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ZiG43m government debt chokes Harare council
By Harriet Chikandiwa 3h ago
Lecturers plot countrywide anti-govt protests
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Lecturers plot countrywide anti-govt protests
By Problem Masau 4h ago
100% ZITF exhibition space taken up
100% ZITF exhibition space taken up
By Nizbert Moyo 4h ago

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