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Treasury delays suffocate roads contractors, cripple projects... bankruptcy, lawsuits, asset seizures threaten small firms
Local News
 By Melody Chikono and Freeman Makopa | Oct. 10, 2025
Many of these contractors poured personal capital and bank loans into the projects, expecting prompt settlements that never came.

City Council slashes hefty executive salaries

 City Council slashes hefty executive salaries
The decision follows the completion of the Justice Maphios Cheda Commission of Inquiry in June.
By Tinashe Kairiza Oct. 10, 2025
Ema drags Harare City Council to court over Lake Chivero pollution
Ema drags Harare City Council to court over Lake Chivero pollution
By Tinashe Kairiza Oct. 10, 2025
Zanu PF conference to endorse Mnangagwa’s extended tenure... party apparatchiks ignore simmering divisions
Zanu PF conference to endorse Mnangagwa’s extended tenure... party apparatchiks ignore simmering divisions
By Julia Ndlela Oct. 10, 2025

Another whitewash: Govt keeps commission report under wraps
Local News
By Julia Ndlela | Oct. 10, 2025

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Latest Stories

What kind of cooperation does Africa need from China?
By Farai Ian Muvuti Oct. 14, 2025
What kind of cooperation does Africa need from China?
Zimbabwe eyes Botswana's diversifying economy to correct trade imbalance
By Mthandazo Nyoni Oct. 11, 2025
Zimbabwe eyes Botswana's diversifying economy to correct trade imbalance
Zimbabwean companies pioneer smarter farming and trade in Botswana
By Mthandazo Nyoni Oct. 10, 2025
Zimbabwean companies pioneer smarter farming and trade in Botswana
Banking sector needs to embrace AI
By The Zimbabwe Independent Oct. 10, 2025
Banking sector needs to embrace AI

Local News

Zimbabwe eyes Botswana's diversifying economy to correct trade imbalance

Botswana is seeking to diversify its economy, moving beyond its traditional reliance on diamond mining by focusing on sectors such as agriculture, tourism, manufacturing, and copper mining.
By Mthandazo Nyoni Oct. 11, 2025
Zimbabwe eyes Botswana's diversifying economy to correct trade imbalance
Zimbabwean companies pioneer smarter farming and trade in Botswana
Zimbabwean companies pioneer smarter farming and trade in Botswana
By Mthandazo Nyoni Oct. 10, 2025
Treasury delays suffocate roads contractors, cripple projects... bankruptcy, lawsuits, asset seizures threaten small firms
Treasury delays suffocate roads contractors, cripple projects... bankruptcy, lawsuits, asset seizures threaten small firms
By Melody Chikono and Freeman Makopa Oct. 10, 2025
End lawfare against journalists, govt told
End lawfare against journalists, govt told
By Staff Writer Oct. 10, 2025
Another whitewash: Govt keeps commission report under wraps
Another whitewash: Govt keeps commission report under wraps
By Julia Ndlela Oct. 10, 2025

Health

Early prioritisation of brain health lowers risk of neurological issues
Early prioritisation of brain health lowers risk of neurological issues
By Cimas Jul. 18, 2025
Over-use of antibiotics can result in drug resistant bacteria
By Admin Apr. 14, 2023
Rest, good sleep contribute to better health, happiness
By Admin Feb. 17, 2023

Business Digest

Insurance, pension sectors miss prescribed asset targets

By Melody Chikono Oct. 10, 2025
ZB targets fresh US$30m lines of credit
ZB targets fresh US$30m lines of credit
By Mthandazo Nyoni Oct. 10, 2025
British fund hit by 47% plunge in Zim investments, ZiG erodes values
British fund hit by 47% plunge in Zim investments, ZiG erodes values
By Tatira Zwinoira Oct. 10, 2025
Sugar tax sours Hippo Valley’s profit margins
Sugar tax sours Hippo Valley’s profit margins
By Tatira Zwinoira Oct. 10, 2025
AI is the economy, and failure to adapt is not modern banking: Mutambara
AI is the economy, and failure to adapt is not modern banking: Mutambara
By Mthandazo Nyoni Oct. 4, 2025
Navigating dilemma of make or buy decision analysis in procurement
By Charles Nyika Oct. 3, 2025

Editorial comments

Hope for lifting ban on OM, PPC chips
Hope for lifting ban on OM, PPC chips
By The Independent Aug. 26, 2022
Without planes, AirZim board won’t perform wonders
Without planes, AirZim board won’t perform wonders
By The Independent Aug. 5, 2022
Power crisis needs urgent attention
Power crisis needs urgent attention
By The Independent Jul. 29, 2022
Don’t print cash for projects
Don’t print cash for projects
By The Independent Jul. 22, 2022

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Technology

AI’s ChatGPT Pulse: A quiet erosion of privacy

OPENAI’S recent rollout of ChatGPT Pulse, a feature that promises to “work for you overnight” by proactively compiling personalised briefings drawn from your chat history,
By Evans Sagomba Oct. 3, 2025
AI’s ChatGPT Pulse: A quiet erosion of privacy

Best Game Aggregators: Key Features for iGaming Success

Discover the best game aggregators for a scalable iGaming business. Choose the best aggregator for efficiency, scalability, and player engagement.
By Theindependent Sep. 10, 2025
Africa’s new digital workforce: Young minds working globally
By Naison Bangure Jul. 18, 2025
Exploring the vibrant world of sports betting in Ethiopia
By Theindependent Mar. 11, 2024
Satewave churns out power solutions for Zim
By Staff Writer Aug. 15, 2023
Liquid Tech to increase tariffs by 50%
By Staff Writer Mar. 31, 2023

Jotter: Students develop an integrated learning app

A group of over 20 young people from across the Matabeleland region came together to discuss how they and their peers had been affected by this.
By Staff Writer Mar. 17, 2023

Innovative crowd-investing app ‘PiggyBankAdvisor’ launched

Innovation is the systematic practice of developing and marketing breakthrough products and services for adoption by customers.
By Staff Writer Mar. 17, 2023

Sports

Bethpage Black: hole-by-hole course guide for the 2025 Ryder Cup

Bethpage Black: hole-by-hole course guide for the 2025 Ryder Cup
Ryder Cup nerves tend to trigger blurry sensations on the 1st tee
By Staff Reporter Sep. 26, 2025
Simon V. Muzenda Junior Golf Championship returns to Kwekwe
By Sports Reporter Sep. 22, 2025
Simon V. Muzenda Junior Golf Championship returns to Kwekwe
Chimhini to represent Zim
By Staff Reporter Sep. 22, 2025
Chimhini to represent Zim
World Rugby appoint interim board for Zim
By Sportscast Sep. 19, 2025
World Rugby appoint interim board for Zim
Chevrons fine-tune for crucial WC qualifier
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Sep. 12, 2025
Chevrons fine-tune for crucial WC qualifier
Junior Stars shine at Nomads Stroke Play Majors
Junior Stars shine at Nomads Stroke Play Majors
By Sports Reporter Sep. 12, 2025
Wallace edges Muchenje to claim Mzilikazi Classic 2025
Wallace edges Muchenje to claim Mzilikazi Classic 2025
By Sports Reporter Sep. 12, 2025
Raza scales new heights in ICC World Rankings.
Raza scales new heights in ICC World Rankings.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Sep. 5, 2025

Lifestyle & Art

Breast cancer awareness month inspires action and empathy
 Breast cancer awareness month inspires action and empathy
By Cimas Oct. 10, 2025
Zim announces participation at the prestigious Venice Biennale
By Khumbulani Muleya Oct. 10, 2025
Golf day raises US$39K for wildlife protection
By Staff Reporter Oct. 10, 2025
Right treatment and lifestyle can reduce hay fever effects
By Cimas Oct. 3, 2025

Vic Falls Safari Collection team celebrates win at Azta

 Vic Falls Safari Collection team celebrates win at Azta
The awards come at a time of growth for the Victoria Falls Safari Collection.
By Staff Reporter Sep. 19, 2025
Mukarati headlines Zim Jazz Fest
Mukarati headlines Zim Jazz Fest
By Khumbulani Muleya Sep. 12, 2025
Take action on kidney health today
Take action on kidney health today
By Cimas Sep. 5, 2025

Environment

Zim to pay 100% of international hunting revenue to communities
 Zim to pay 100% of international hunting revenue to communities
By The Independent
Jun. 10, 2022
Herbicides: Bad news for local food security
By The Independent May. 27, 2022
Dumpsite: Gweru feels the heat
By The Independent May. 13, 2022
Zim to pay 100% of international hunting revenue to communities
By The Independent Jun. 10, 2022
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Videos

Chinese chase away Hurungwe Villagers from homes

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Dr Simba Makoni, Ex-Finance Minister and Farmer In Conversation with Trevor
Dr Simba Makoni, Ex-Finance Minister and Farmer In Conversation with Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Edinah Masiyiwa, Executive Director At Women's Action Group In Conversation With Trevor
Edinah Masiyiwa, Executive Director At Women's Action Group In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Fadzayi Mahere, Zimbabwean lawyer and politician In Conversation With Trevor
Fadzayi Mahere, Zimbabwean lawyer and politician In Conversation With Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Tawanda Nyambirai, Lawyer and entrepreneur In Conversation with Trevor
Tawanda Nyambirai, Lawyer and entrepreneur In Conversation with Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025
Chief Felix Ndiweni, Ntabazinduna chief In Conversation With Trevor
Chief Felix Ndiweni, Ntabazinduna chief In Conversation With Trevor
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Winky D, musician and songwriter In Conversation with Trevor
By The NewsDay Jul. 30, 2025

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POSB drives digital inclusion in Zimbabwe’s education sector
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Agriculture

Dock sheep tail to maintain weight

Dock sheep tail to maintain weight
The most common way of docking tails is by using an elastic and expandable latex ring. The rubber ring is expanded with an elastrator and put over the tail, where it is released.
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi Mar. 22, 2024
Asparagus worth your while (II)
Asparagus worth your while (II)
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi Mar. 1, 2024
Why it makes sense to farm meat goats
Why it makes sense to farm meat goats
By Shane Brody Jul. 7, 2023
How to start a fish farming business
How to start a fish farming business
By Kudakwashe Gwabanayi May. 26, 2023
Climate change is real, be alert
Climate change is real, be alert
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Opinion & Analysis

What kind of cooperation does Africa need from China?
What kind of cooperation does Africa need from China?
By Farai Ian Muvuti | Oct. 14, 2025
Reclaiming media freedom
Reclaiming media freedom
By Faith Zaba | Oct. 10, 2025
Time to act: Cancer patients deserve better
Time to act: Cancer patients deserve better
By Eddie Zvinonzwa | Oct. 10, 2025
‘Zim financial institutions must be optimised’
‘Zim financial institutions must be optimised’
By Kevin Tutani | Oct. 10, 2025
Why great leaders treat hiring as their most strategic decision
Why great leaders treat hiring as their most strategic decision
By Memory Nguwi | Oct. 10, 2025

The Standard

Mnangagwa has chosen to side with zvigananda, says Geza

Geza issued a statement yesterday accusing Mnangagwa of choosing to side with the businessmen, now known as zvigananda, ahead of the interests of long suffering Zimbabweans
By Staff Reporter 7h ago
Mnangagwa has chosen to side with zvigananda, says Geza

Carrying forward the spirit of the Beijing World Conference on women and promoting the new and accelerated process for women’s all-round development

Gender equality has been etched in the agenda of our times, galvanizing the whole world in its unwavering pursuit of that goal.
By The Standard Oct. 14, 2025
A reminder to Chinese nationals on investment and business operations in Zimbabwe 
By The Standard Oct. 14, 2025
Geza ratchets pressure against Mnangagwa head of October 17
By Brent Shamu Oct. 14, 2025
The legendary 70 series Land Cruiser
By Tendai Munhundarima Oct. 12, 2025
My child could easily
By Tim Middleton Oct. 12, 2025

Southern Eye

Zesa Holdings restores Hwange Unit 6

ZESA Holdings has confirmed the successful completion of maintenance work on Hwange Unit 6, restoring 150 megawatts (MW) to the national grid
By Brent Shamu 18h ago
Zesa Holdings restores Hwange Unit 6

Plumtree-Maitengwe project spurs hope in Mat South

Transport and Infrastructural Development minister Felix Mhona said the project would enhance trade.
By Staff Reporter 18h ago
Robbers leave Bulawayo woman naked
By Nizbert Moyo 18h ago
Coltart calls for united front to market Bulawayo
By Nizbert Moyo 18h ago
Bulawayo duo sign for Botswana's JJ United
By Praise Dhlakama Oct. 15, 2025
Zifa Southern gives club bosses ultimatum 
By Fortune Mbele Oct. 15, 2025

NewsDay

Zimbabwe readies for Afghan one-off Test

Zimbabwe readies for Afghan one-off Test
Former captain Graeme Cremer could bounce back to international cricket in the upcoming one off Test against Afghanistan next week
By Munyaradzi Madzokere 18h ago
‘Enforce labour laws in Chinese mining operations’
By Nizbert Moyo and Nhau Mangirazi 18h ago
‘Enforce labour laws in Chinese mining operations’
Probe, stop illegal, environmentally destructive mining activities, Ema told
By Problem Masau 18h ago
Probe, stop illegal, environmentally destructive mining activities, Ema told
Notorious ChiTown robber released, re-arrested
By Staff Reporter 18h ago
Notorious ChiTown robber released, re-arrested
Repeal repressive laws, government urged
By Gracious Daniel and Lesley Kufandada and Sharon Zebra 18h ago
Repeal repressive laws, government urged
Underfire ED doles out more cars
Underfire ED doles out more cars
By Sydney Kawadza 18h ago
Zimbabwe launches EU-funded National Public Health Institute
Zimbabwe launches EU-funded National Public Health Institute
By Tatenda Kunaka 18h ago
High bank fees driving people out of formal system, warns ZITAP
High bank fees driving people out of formal system, warns ZITAP
By Ashton Ndakusiya 18h ago

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