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Sextortion, ghost teachers, and exams for sale: The hidden crisis crippling African education

While pervasive, the report noted that this remains an underreported risk due to the stigma and fear of retaliation faced by victims, coupled with a lack of safe reporting mechanisms.

By Nqobani Ndlovu Mar. 28, 2026

Sextortion, ghost teachers, and exams for sale: The hidden crisis crippling African education

Stronger action needed against drug networks

Border and airport security must be strengthened. Anti-corruption measures must be rigorously enforced.

By Newsday Mar. 26, 2026

Stronger action needed against drug networks

NewsDay cartoon 26 March, 2026 edition

By The Watcher Mar. 26, 2026

MP arrested over ZWG$1.2m CDF scandal

Sithole is accused of misappropriating ZWG$1,234,150 (about US$50,000) disbursed by Parliament in August 2025 for community projects in his constituency.

By Nunurai Jena Mar. 25, 2026

SMEs and the Zim national AI strategy

Why opt for SMEs instead of large firms or international subsidiaries? Zimbabwean SMEs’ unique qualities provide the explanation.

By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Mar. 22, 2026

Navigating complexities of informal economy taxation

Informal traders frequently face corruption and harassment, significantly impeding their ability to conduct business legally.

By Samuel Wadzai Mar. 20, 2026

Navigating complexities of informal economy taxation

Mafume warns of Harare security time bomb

Addressing council officials, a concerned Mafume expressed alarm over the ease with which suspected land barons are navigating the city’s headquarters.

By Gracious Daniel Mar. 15, 2026

Mafume warns of Harare security time bomb

Zim a mixed bag of growth against broken promises, shattered dreams

Zimbabwe presents a rare paradox — a nation reportedly on a growth trajectory, yet one whose citizens and landscapes tell harrowing stories of pain, suffering and extreme endurance.

By Harry Peter Wilson Mar. 13, 2026

Zim a mixed bag of growth against broken promises, shattered dreams

Harare leases Newlands land to four firms

The leases were issued despite an order from Local Government minister Daniel Garwe to transfer the land to Logara Properties as part of a swap deal the minister proposed in July last year.

By Staff Reporter Mar. 8, 2026