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The constitution is under test and the media must not stand aside

If the constitution is weakened without the full participation of the people, history will remember who spoke, who remained silent, and who chose to stand with the citizens of this country.

By Andrease Ethan Mathibela Mar. 16, 2026

The constitution is under test and the media must not stand aside

I oppose proposed constitutional amendments

Most critically, Section 117(1) provides that legislative authority is derived from the people and must be exercised in accordance with the Constitution.

By Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi Mar. 2, 2026

I oppose proposed constitutional amendments

Mnangagwa 2030 agenda: A test of Zimbabwe's commitment to democracy

The 2030 agenda was first adopted at the ruling Zanu PF conference held in Bulawayo two years ago.

By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Feb. 22, 2026

Mnangagwa 2030 agenda: A test of Zimbabwe's commitment to democracy

Zimbabwe’s tax structure hurting formal business sector

The Zimbabwean economy is largely informal with the informal sector controlling around 76% of revenue circulating in the country, albeit outside formal banking platforms.

By Harry Peter Wilson Feb. 22, 2026

Zimbabwe’s tax structure hurting formal business sector

Rights without responsibilities? A dangerous half-truth about children’s rights in Zimbabwe

The concept recognises that children are neither passive dependants nor fully autonomous adults. They are rights-holders whose capacity for independent judgment develops over time.

By Chinga Govhati and Pamellah Musimwa Feb. 16, 2026

Rights without responsibilities? A dangerous half-truth about children’s rights in Zimbabwe

Why region should not ignore the constitutional coup underway in Zimbabwe

These constitutional protections were designed to prevent incumbents from extending their mandates without popular consent.

By Justice Alfred Mavedzenge Feb. 15, 2026

Why region should not ignore the constitutional coup underway in Zimbabwe

Marondera Elmswood Farm saga: Developer speaks on latest move

In an interview yesterday, Rant du Toit operations manager James Kawawa said the company is “peacefully” preparing to move onto Elmswood Farm to begin operations.

By Jairos Saunyama Feb. 14, 2026

Marondera Elmswood Farm saga: Developer speaks on latest move

Robbing Zim of a chance under the sun: Dark days of constitutionalism

The law can be engineered into a tool for justice; for the fair regulation of the interaction and affairs of a people; for the collective progress of a society.

By Musa Kika Feb. 12, 2026

Robbing Zim of a chance under the sun: Dark days of constitutionalism

Chief Murinye: Zimbabwe through the lens of chieftaincy, capital and communal rights

To understand the current volatility, one must look at the legal architecture that defines the boundaries of power and the historical patterns of land ownership in Zimbabwe.

By Rozvi Changamire Jan. 15, 2026