The Hormuz Crisis: From US-Iran Rivalry to Great-Power Tensions

China relies on Hormuz for roughly 40% of its crude oil imports and 30% of its LNG imports.
By Saxon Zvina 2h ago

The trade war reckoning: How US tariffs forged a new global order

Contrary to White House claims of a trade “golden age,” official figures from the World Trade Organisation (WTO) and national customs agencies paint a different picture.
By Saxon Zvina 2h ago

How US military bases became a security liability for Gulf states

The 2026 conflict also marks a turning point in modern warfare, but it is critical to distinguish between tactical losses and strategic defeat.
By Kilian Marisa 3h ago

Harare eyes bonds, reforms to end ‘hand-to-mouth’ financing — Mayor

Mafume said the city must urgently address its fiscal challenges to meet its 2026 budget targets for sustainable service delivery and infrastructure renewal.
By Blessed Ndlovu 3h ago

Making sense of African food baskets through territorial markets

BEYOND being sources of nutrition and income, African territorial markets provide valuable evidence for building an understanding of local food baskets.
By Charles Dhewa 5h ago

Springboks coach salutes Sables

Preparations are currently in full swing, with Zimbabwe set to take on Zambia in Harare on April 25, followed by a clash at Hartsfield Rugby Ground in Bulawayo on May 2.

Age saves Chivi teenager from jail for killing imbiber

Chiwava appeared in court facing a murder charge for killing Doubt Matimbe in Tavagadza village in Headman Chipindu’s area on May 15 last year. 

Malaba out of CAB3 ConCourt hearing

Malaba officially steps down on May 14, ahead of the May 20 hearing scheduled at the ConCourt.
By Miriam Mangwaya 5h ago

Zimbabwe Sables set for Springboks ‘A’ clash

Head coach Pieter Benade highlighted the importance of the encounter, stressing that such matches are vital in raising the team’s standards.
By Rufaro Kaswerakuenda Apr. 14, 2026