Editorial Comment: Imposing meter deals on councils is not devolution
Over the past few years, central government has imposed deals on urban councils such as the acquisition of fire tenders from Belarus and waste management contracts.
By The Standard
4h ago
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Knives out in ED succession dogfight
The war to succeed Mnangagwa has exploded into the public arena, especially after recent politburo, central committee and women’s league meetings.
By Nunurai Jena
4h ago
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Mnangagwa under fire over farms title deeds
The new land tenure programme will see the issuance of title deeds in place of 99-year leases and offer letters previously issued to land owners.
By Nqobani Ndlovu
4h ago
Choreographed democracy.
Despite the billions pumped into the Command Agriculture programme, Zimbabwe still has the least maize yield per hectare in Sadc at about 1,1 tonnes per hectare.
By Paidamoyo Muzulu
23h ago
Mohadi Square for Beitbridge
A proposal for a statue of Mohadi will be put before council to erect a statue on a suitable site to overlook his square.
By Rex Maphisa
Jul. 12, 2025
Choreographed democracy
They post pictures and statements that are designed to draw them close to the people.
By Paidamoyo Muzulu
Jul. 12, 2025
Where are we with HCC commission of inquiry report?
It is imperative to change all the leaders at Harare City Council if order is to be restored.
By Johannes Marisa
Jul. 11, 2025
AMH challenges placement on remand in Mnangagwa case
The State alleged that the accused attached a photograph of Mnangagwa and Mozambican President Daniel Chapo.
By Desmond Chingarande
Jul. 11, 2025
MRP in global advocacy to address Gukurahundi
Government has assigned chiefs to spearhead the public hearings into the mass killings despite strong opposition.
By Nizbert Moyo
Jul. 10, 2025
