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Manicaland musicians rally for economic development

For many artists in Manicaland, the gathering presents a rare opportunity to engage decision-makers directly.

By Style Reporter 8h ago

Manicaland musicians rally for economic development

Wetlands vanishing faster than forests, Zimbabwe sounds alarm

Looking ahead, Zimbabwe has committed to restoring 250,000 hectares of degraded wetlands and designating five new Ramsar Sites by 2030, adding to the seven sites already listed.

By Nunurai Jena Feb. 3, 2026

Wetlands vanishing faster than forests, Zimbabwe sounds alarm

The worst minister in 2025 revealed

Among the mindboggling revelations was that at a time when nearly half the country are knee deep in poverty, a staggering US$64 000 was spent on curtains for Mabel’s home.

By Doctor Stop It Jan. 4, 2026

Taxing for health: Tug-of-war over ring-fencing leaves Zimbos divided

“The government’s position is deeply disappointing,” laments Bernard Nkala, a respected healthcare economist.

By Tonderayi Matonho Dec. 31, 2025

Taxing for health: Tug-of-war over ring-fencing leaves Zimbos divided

Zim, South Africa strike landmark social pact to tackle entrenched poverty and inequality

Nearly half of Zimbabwe’s population lives in extreme poverty, and the informal economy — where most livelihoods are earned — offers limited or no social security protections.

By Freeman Makopa Dec. 18, 2025

Zim, South Africa strike landmark social pact to tackle entrenched poverty and inequality

Review of LEAD's response to the 2026 national budget

As scholars, policy makers, and citizens, we must avoid the temptation to interpret every budget through purely populist lenses.

By Clever Marisa Dec. 7, 2025

Review of LEAD's response to the 2026 national budget

EditorialComment: Government’s gold royalty recipe for disaster

Caledonia CEO Mark Learnmouth said they were also assessing “potential effects on the recently announced economics of the Bilboes Gold Project.”

By The Standard Dec. 7, 2025

EditorialComment: Government’s gold royalty recipe for disaster

Escalating climate threats: South Africa’s Minister advocates for unified Parliamentary action

She stressed that the scale and speed of current climate impacts demanded a decisive shift in how Parliaments legislate, fund and oversee national responses.

By Moses Magadza Dec. 3, 2025

Escalating climate threats: South Africa’s Minister advocates for unified Parliamentary action

Ncube imposes 15% tax on Starlink, Google

The top 50 Zimbabwean YouTubers earn an estimated US$23 469 to US$375 300 per month, according to global tracker Social Blade. The new tax may reduce their earnings.

By Tatira Zwinoira Nov. 30, 2025