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The power behind Zim’s great regional logistics hub ambition

Zimbabwe’s push to become a regional logistics hub is gaining momentum, underpinned by an aggressive infrastructure drive anchored on major transport corridors, urban interchanges

By Freeman Makopa Apr. 24, 2026

The power behind Zim’s great regional logistics hub ambition

The city is not for sale: Labour, livelihoods and the fight to reclaim urban Zimbabwe

Urban Zimbabwe is no longer governed by planning. It is governed by power.

By Obert Masaraure Apr. 14, 2026

The city is not for sale: Labour, livelihoods and the fight to reclaim urban Zimbabwe

‘Silent Walls’ exhibition — Capturing the site of memory before the walls fall

It was the culmination of a project commissioned by the Shepherds Foundation Trust with the goal of publishing a book and establishing a defining and comprehensive archive.

By Nyadzombe Nyampenza Mar. 22, 2026

‘Silent Walls’ exhibition — Capturing the site of memory before the walls fall

Call for government to support councils

He said both urban and rural councils continued to struggle to meet performance targets, with most falling below set benchmarks, although within acceptable variance levels.

By Gracious Daniel Mar. 18, 2026

Drawing false parallels

The South Africans use proportional representation in their election unlike Zimbabwe, which uses constituency-based first past the post electoral system.

By Paidamoyo Muzulu Feb. 14, 2026

Midlands records 117% increase in rain-induced accidents

Last year, 17 people lost their lives compared to 37 this year, marking an increase of 117% in rain-related accidents.

By Stephen Chadenga Feb. 13, 2026

Midlands records 117% increase in rain-induced accidents

Where are recreational facilities for children?

Recreational facilities are not just centres where children go to kill time. They are laboratories where children go to experiment and learn hands on.

By Aribino Nicholas Feb. 6, 2026

Where are recreational facilities for children?

The new generation of AI copy trading platforms that think like portfolio managers

That is what long term success looks like for traders across Johannesburg, Durban, and Cape Town.

By Newsday Dec. 31, 2025

The new generation of AI copy trading platforms that think like portfolio managers

Zimbabwe's urban property prices soar: A booming market or a dream beyond reach?

According to Property.co.zw, the average price of residential properties in urban areas increased by 40% over the past five years, with cities like Harare and Bulawayo witnessing even steeper rises.

By Courage Masona Nov. 23, 2025