Human cost of austerity measures devastating for the marginalised
By addressing these issues holistically, Zimbabwe can pave the way for its citizens to rebuild their financial and emotional well-being in the face of ongoing economic challenges.
By Yollander Millin
24m ago
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Trump’s tariff hit list: Annex Canada
Everybody else will sympathise, but nobody else will or even can help much as Trump batters at the door.
By Gwynne Dyer
2h ago
Passenger etiquette
On the contrary, polite and mindful conduct fosters harmony, and enhances the overall travel experience.
By Andrew Muzamhindo
2h ago
Adapting to remain job-relevant
However, many institutions are actively revamping their curricula to provide more practical, industry-relevant training.
By Andy Kahari
2h ago
Inflation surge exposes economic strain
This means prices of goods and services on average rose by 11,5% in USD in the month compared to the prior month outturn of just 0,6%.
By Equity Axis
2h ago
Political elites fuelling riverbed mining
James Mupfumi, director of the Centre for Research and Development (CRD), said riverbed mining has intensified since the ban.
By Freeman Makopa
2h ago
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Vandalising the constitution just a pastime for reeling cult
Not a very bad idea at all. Never mind those that were falsely claiming that as of this week the country’s main hospitals were severely rationing the use of oxygen!
By Muckraker
3h ago
Do you feel, hear, understand me?
This not only enhances individual performance, but also strengthens the entire team’s dynamics.
By Grace Chirenje
3h ago
Markets review of January
On the VFEX, market capitalisation dipped by 1%, and turnover declined by 41% to US$11,6 million from US$19,6 million recorded in December 2024.
By Kudakwashe Taimo
3h ago
Post-coup era: Zim clamours for real change
Under controversial circumstances, the airline purchased several planes, sparking a public corruption scandal.
By Tinashe Kairiza
3h ago
Govt must prioritise health funding
Any disruption in funding poses a direct threat to these lives, potentially reversing hard-won gains in HIV treatment and prevention.
By Faith Zaba
3h ago
Mystery behind circular supply chains
It is generally acknowledged that in a linear traditional supply chain model, raw materials are extracted from the environment; they are then processed into goods.
By Charles Nyika
Jan. 31, 2025
ESG reporting for accountability
The ISSB standards help build structure and processes around this intricate data, which ultimately can contribute to strategy, risk, oversight and long term
By Cynthia Tapera
Jan. 31, 2025
No one should go above the law
NOTHING lasts forever and political players come and go.
By Gloria Ndoro-mkombachoto
Jan. 31, 2025
AI agents reshaping business operations
However, its successful implementation requires careful planning — balancing innovation with governance, ethics, and workforce readiness.
By Naison Bangure
Jan. 31, 2025
Zim economic crossroads: Geopolitical tensions, strong ZiG could shape 2025
Competition laws may need to be relaxed, so that they (the laws) permit domestic firms to use market concentration (mergers, collaborations, etc) as a competitive advantage.
By Kevin Tutani
Jan. 31, 2025
Reducing climate anxiety through increased data-based weather tracking
While climate change cannot be reversed overnight, increased data-based weather tracking offers a practical, actionable solution to address the anxiety.
By Darlington Mafa
Jan. 31, 2025
Another season of political absurdities is upon us. . . but Zimbabaweans must not be sidetracked
There is too much at stake for them: protection of ill-gotten wealth, insulation from prosecution for human rights abuses, and preserving the loss of the life of power and comfort.
By Musa Kika
Jan. 31, 2025
The slide back to war: Kagame, Trump
Last June the President of Rwanda, Paul Kagame, said he was ready to go to war with the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) if necessary.
By Gwynne Dyer
Jan. 31, 2025
The GWM brand excels
This diversified approach allows GWM to cater to a wide range of customer preferences and budgets.
By Andrew Muzamhindo
Jan. 31, 2025
Zim’s path to economic recovery: Ncube’s vision for fiscal reform, debt restructuring
This year's discussions focused on fostering innovative solutions to enhance global resilience and promote inclusive development in an increasingly interconnected world.
By Equity Axis
Jan. 31, 2025
Chiwenga’s faction daring or desperate?
They went on to sing “2030 tonosangana kuWedza (2030 we will meet in Wedza)”. Wedza is the vice-president’s rural home in Mashonaland East.
By Ntando Dumani
Jan. 31, 2025
To hell with Trump and his imperialist donations!
“It’s simple! I stop the payments; I withdraw my funds and channel them to something more satisfying.”
By Muckraker
Jan. 31, 2025
Trump: Reflections on African, ethical values
His administration's initial actions and rhetoric have raised concerns not only within the US but also globally, particularly in Africa.
By Grace Chirenje
Jan. 31, 2025
VFEX stability masks underlying value.
The ZSE has continued on as it left off in 2024 — slowly declining. This will continue while there is little to no ZiG liquidity.
By Imara Asset Management
Jan. 31, 2025
Unpacking third quarter trading update of Delta
Currently, Delta accounts for 30% of the total ZSE market capitalisation and contributes over 50% of the average daily traded value on the local exchange.
By Kudakwashe Taimo
Jan. 31, 2025
Zim reeling from mishmash of fruitless blueprints
The idea was to evaluate if blueprints really work. If they work, why have they failed to work in Zimbabwe?
By Shame Makoshori
Jan. 31, 2025
Probe Helcraw water deal
This is troubling given the substantial financial implications for Harare residents, who will be expected to shoulder the burden of funding the project through monthly levies.
By Faith Zaba
Jan. 31, 2025