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Afreximbank defies global economic headwinds with record US$973,5m profit in 2024  
Business Digest
 By Mthandazo Nyoni | Apr. 14, 2025
Zimbabwe is one of the 54 African member states participating in Afreximbank.
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Liquidity crunch hits stockbroking firms

 Liquidity crunch hits stockbroking firms
He spoke after SecZim’s 2024 fourth quarter update said dealerships were struggling to break even.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Apr. 11, 2025
Zim’s US$5bn energy funding gap faces reality check
Zim’s US$5bn energy funding gap faces reality check
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Apr. 11, 2025
Complaints commission probes police brutality
Complaints commission probes police brutality
By Tinashe Kairiza Apr. 11, 2025

Hunt for US$5m Harare Quarry looters underway
Local News
By Freeman Makopa | Apr. 11, 2025

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Complaints commission probes police brutality
Complaints commission probes police brutality
Liquidity crunch hits stockbroking firms
Hunt for US$5m Harare Quarry looters underway
‘Firewall of loyalists will repel Mnangagwa impeachment move’
Old Mutual SA frets over Zim’s funds repatriation restrictions

Latest Stories

Afreximbank defies global economic headwinds with record US$973,5m profit in 2024  
By Mthandazo Nyoni Apr. 14, 2025
Afreximbank defies global economic headwinds with record US$973,5m profit in 2024  
Zim ladies team second at regional tourney
By Zimsportlive Apr. 11, 2025
Zim ladies team second at regional tourney
Healthy beginnings, fragile systems: Antenatal care should become a national priority in Zim
By Cimas Apr. 11, 2025
Healthy beginnings, fragile systems: Antenatal care should become a national priority in Zim
Fond farewell for Coventry
By Khumbulani Muleya Apr. 11, 2025
Fond farewell for Coventry

Local News

Zim diaspora could provide a path towards national renewal

It was a substantial portion of their gross domestic product (GDP).
By Hilary Wilson Apr. 11, 2025
Zim diaspora could provide a path towards national renewal
Govt reviews cost of doing business  for IPPs
Govt reviews cost of doing business  for IPPs
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Apr. 11, 2025
Collaborate to beneficiate lithium: Mines ministry 
Collaborate to beneficiate lithium: Mines ministry 
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Apr. 11, 2025
Tender system overhaul meant to disarm corrupt looters: Praz CEO...more firewalls lined up to flash out shady deals
Tender system overhaul meant to disarm corrupt looters: Praz CEO...more firewalls lined up to flash out shady deals
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga Apr. 11, 2025
Fastjet launches the Harare-Lusaka route
Fastjet launches the Harare-Lusaka route
By Julia Ndlela Apr. 11, 2025

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

Zim ladies team second at regional tourney

Zim ladies team second at regional tourney
Zimbabwe finished the tournament with a gross total of 490 from their two best scores over three days, 40 strokes behind South Africa on 450.
By Zimsportlive Apr. 11, 2025
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
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Apr. 4, 2025
Shijie Li basks in Mawegu triumph
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
Chatora takes part in historic South Africa Open in Durban courtesy of Bard Santner’s Golf Challenge
Chatora takes part in historic South Africa Open in Durban courtesy of Bard Santner’s Golf Challenge
By Own Correspondent Mar. 26, 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

Moving from good to great through procurement process improvement
Moving from good to great through procurement process improvement
By Charles Nyika | Apr. 11, 2025
Reflections from Global AI Summit on Africa in Kigali
Reflections from Global AI Summit on Africa in Kigali
By Chenayi Mutambasere | Apr. 11, 2025
Rethinking national economic development: Mindset shift (II)
Rethinking national economic development: Mindset shift (II)
By Fungisai Nota | Apr. 11, 2025
The silent crisis stealing Zim’s future
The silent crisis stealing Zim’s future
By Sharon Dzingayi | Apr. 11, 2025
Power, access to power vital currencies
Power, access to power vital currencies
By Gloria Ndoro-mkombachoto | Apr. 11, 2025

The Standard

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 9h ago
Harmful cultural practices suppress rural women's autonomy, UFS sociology PhD Mavis Soko

Major boost for local religious tourism

“This year, all local, regional, continental and global congregants will be attending the 40th anniversary celebrations.
By Style Reporter 10h ago
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
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2030 fallout: Chiwenga warns Mnangagwa ally
By Nqobani Ndlovu Apr. 13, 2025

Southern Eye

Gutu stakeholders applaud school feeding scheme

In an interview recenty, Chagwiza Primary School head Tobaiwa Musendekwa applauded the initiative, highlighting its role in ensuring no child learns on an empty stomach.
By Berita Kafesu 17h ago
Gutu stakeholders applaud school feeding scheme

Mixed feelings in Mat’land region as Independence Day beckons

Zimbabwe attained its independence from British colonial rule on April 18, 1980, marking the end of 90 years of British rule.
By Nizbert Moyo 17h ago
BCC repairing bowsers to supply water kiosks
By Patricia Sibanda 17h ago
70% of Bulawayo water contaminated: Council
By Silas Nkala Apr. 14, 2025
Hwange communities seek govt’s nod to draw water from Zambezi
By Silas Nkala Apr. 14, 2025
US$950K Somgolo link transforms Lupane East
By Nizbert Moyo Apr. 14, 2025

NewsDay

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

Harmful cultural practices suppress rural women's autonomy, says 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 8h ago
Harare discharges 250m litres raw sewage daily into Lake Chivero
By Lawrence Maphosa 11h ago
Harare discharges 250m litres raw sewage daily into Lake Chivero
All CCC positions unlawful: High Court
By Sydney Kawadza 17h ago
All CCC positions unlawful: High Court
Chasi backs privatisation of Zim’s electricity sector
By Takudzwa Munemo 17h ago
Chasi backs privatisation of Zim’s electricity sector
Ratify laws to end child marriages, Zim urged
By Lorraine Muromo 17h ago
Ratify laws to end child marriages, Zim urged
Invictus to merge petroleum deals with govt amid new discovery
Invictus to merge petroleum deals with govt amid new discovery
By Blessed Ndlovu 17h ago
Register for renewable energy certificates: Experts
Register for renewable energy certificates: Experts
By Tafadzwa Mhlanga 17h ago
Zim to get share of US$300m Afreximbank dividend
Zim to get share of US$300m Afreximbank dividend
By Tatira Zwinoira 17h ago

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