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Of irrigation schemes promises, progress and the funding question

Large-scale irrigation, dam construction and rural infrastructure development were treated as national priorities, not optional expenditure.

By Newsday Jan. 21, 2026

Of irrigation schemes promises, progress and the funding question

Irrigation rehab to improve livelihoods: Jiri

THE government has embarked on a massive rehabilitation project of 426 irrigation schemes across Zimbabwe aimed at improving livelihoods and uplifting communities, particularly in dry areas.

By Ruth Maseko Jan. 20, 2026

Irrigation rehab to improve livelihoods: Jiri

The future of agriculture in Zim

Pig and poultry industries are thriving as 100% private sector and clearly, whatever the industry is doing with tobacco is working, although I would like to see a return to the auctions.

By Eddie Cross Jan. 17, 2026

Zimura moves to quash fake news

The move comes amid broader government efforts to curb the spread of fake news in Zimbabwe and beyond.

By Alfred Tembo Jan. 15, 2026

Trump says he doesn’t need international law amid aggressive US policies

United States President Donald Trump has dismissed international law, saying only his “own morality” can curb the aggressive policies he is pursuing across the world after the abduction of Venezuela

By Aljazeera Jan. 9, 2026

Trump says he doesn’t need international law amid aggressive US policies

Iran plunged into internet blackout as protests over economy spread nationwide

Iran was plunged into a complete internet blackout on Thursday night as protests over economic conditions spread nationwide, increasing pressure on the country’s leadership.

By The Guardian Jan. 9, 2026

Iran plunged into internet blackout as protests over economy spread nationwide

Transport ministry to blame for road carnage: ZHRC

In a statement, ZHRC noted that lack of a mass public transport system has resulted in pressure on pirate kombis, popularly known as mishikashika.

By Brent Shamu Jan. 9, 2026

Transport ministry to blame for road carnage: ZHRC

ZHRC flags ZBC radio licensing

THE Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) has raised alarm over the compulsory collection of radio listeners’ licence fees, arguing that the practice undermines fundamental human rights

By Miriam Mangwaya Jan. 7, 2026