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Kanyemba: Risking lives to stay alive
Typical of a community abandoned by its own government, the Kanyemba people now rely on neighbouring countries for services and all.
By Edgah Gweshe and Tapiwa Zivira
Sep. 18, 2022
The story of Romance
Interestingly, Romance’s story is typical of the hundreds of the Doma people who have had to endure a life of abandonment.
By Edgar Gweshe and Tapiwa Zivira
Oct. 9, 2022
Terror in Murewa as polls beckon
For being a member of the opposition CCC, Shumba has found himself being a victim of violence a number of times.
By Tapiwa Zivira and Edgar Gweshe
Feb. 5, 2023
Dangerous animals force children out of schools
In remote and marginalised areas where human wildlife conflict is rife, there is a critical shortage of teaching staff while in some instances; children are forced to learn under trees.
By Edgar Gweshe and Tapiwa Zivira
Apr. 9, 2023
News in-Depth: Zanu PF well-oiled campaign shows patronage machine at work
According to recent research, Zanu PF political elites have maintained tight control of the extraction, refinery and export of mineral resources for political gain.
By Tapiwa Zivira
Aug. 13, 2023
Credibility of August 23 polls compromised
According to the Coalition, the pre-election environment has already proved that the Wednesday election does not pass the test of credibility based on a number of factors.
By Tapiwa Zivira
Aug. 20, 2023
Reading through the pages of Rokesheni, Winky D’s Ghettocracy Score
It was his last album Eureka Eureka released on December 31, 2022, that received the most attention, and here are some of the reasons.
By Tapiwa Zivira
Dec. 30, 2023
News in depth: Parliament, government negligence leaves victims of sexual exploitation in a lurch
Parents often wake up early enough to ensure their children have everything ready to start a new week — a daily routine.
By Tapiwa Zivira
Feb. 11, 2024
The ugly side of evictions as Chisumbanje villagers are forced to make way for tycoon
Rautenbach also wants the land for a cattle ranching project, with reports that a herd of 1000 cattle is already in Chisumbanje and 3000 more expected after the villagers have been removed.
News in depth: Zimbabwe on the brink of devastating hunger crisis as drought takes toll
Nearly a million people, including half a million children require safe water for drinking and domestic purposes.
By Tapiwa Zivira
Feb. 25, 2024
Evicted families brace for winter without shelter
With no alternative accommodation, some families settled at an open space about half a kilometre from where their homes used to be.
By Tapiwa Zivira and Brent Shamu
Mar. 10, 2024
Mnangagwa Desecrates constitution
ZICOMO operates as a grassroots citizens' initiative, uniting diverse stakeholders across all 10 provinces of Zimbabwe.
By Tapiwa Zivira
Mar. 15, 2024
‘ZiG was imposed on Zimbos’
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has on several occasions been accused of abusing Presidential Powers (Temporary Measures) Act to dodge consulting the Legislature.
By Tapiwa Zivira
May. 10, 2024
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Zimbabwe’s currency vicious cycle: ZiG collapse hits informal businesses
Zimbabwe’s currency crisis has been a long-standing issue, dating back to over two decades ago.
By Tapiwa Zivira
Oct. 13, 2024
Nowhere to go: Chitungwiza residents fight for dignity
Annette is one of the 64 families that are at risk of losing their homes as the Chitungwiza Municipality plans to repurpose the land for commercial development.
By Tapiwa Zivira
Oct. 14, 2024