Why presidential term limits are integral to democracy

The need for political investment would be greater than the legal considerations. Worse, if the route is going to involve a referendum or two. 
By Nigel Nyamutumbu 19h ago

ED2030 is God’s plan, says Makururu

Makururu made the remarks on Tuesday in an interview with NewsDay, and claimed that elections in 2028 would be a ‘waste of resources.’
By Staff Reporter Feb. 4, 2025

Prioritise commercialisation of innovations: Shava

The minister said his ministry was working on setting up innovation hubs and industrial parks across institutions of higher and tertiary learning.
By Takudzwa Munemo Feb. 4, 2025

Zimbabwe's economic formalisation push risks deepening market distortions

The government's approach also fails to recognise the critical role of diaspora remittances in sustaining the economy
By Lawrence Makamanzi Feb. 4, 2025

Trump launches trade war with tariffs on Mexico, Canada and China

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, in a post on X, said she was instructing her Economy minister to implement retaliatory tariffs but gave no details.
By Reuters Feb. 3, 2025

Our hands are clean, says Rwanda amid DRC crisis

Rwanda’s Foreign Affairs ministry rejected the claims, insisting the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) is solely focused on defending Rwanda’s borders and protecting its civilians.
By Problem Masau Feb. 3, 2025
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We don’t fear ED, death: War vets

A SECTION of war veterans last night took its fight to President Emmerson Mnangagwa saying it didn’t fear him, adding that he would leave Zanu PF “in the coming few weeks”.
By Blessed Mhlanga Feb. 3, 2025

Editorial Comment: Africa’s aid addiction: A crisis of dependence

The international community must also come together to condemn this aid freeze and demand that the US government reconsider its decision.
By The Standard Feb. 2, 2025

Zipra war vets concerned over property release delays

Zipra national spokesperson Buster Magwizi complained over the issue on Thursday during a media briefing in Bulawayo.
By Peter Dube Feb. 1, 2025