How Zim’s urban culture fuels the drug economy

Borrowed from Jamaica, Pasa Pasa in Zimbabwe is a double-edged idiom. On one side, a street carnival of dancehall exuberance, on the other, a shorthand for scandal, gossip and combustible conflict.  
By Wellington Muzengeza Apr. 2, 2026

Zimbabwean to lead Seychelles commission of inquiry

Justice Alfred Mavedzenge, a professor of law, will chair the commission
By Staff Reporter Mar. 25, 2026

End of the road for Zim in Under-19 World Cup

ZIMBABWE'S Under-19 cricket team suffered a 204 - run defeat against India in their opening Super 6 match of the ICC Under-19 Men's Cricket World Cup yesterday. 
By Austin Karonga Jan. 28, 2026

Mudzengerere calls for improvement as Zim take on India

ZIMBABWE Under-19 captain Simbarashe Mudzengerere has called for improved batting performances after the hosts qualified for the Super Six stage of the ICC Men’s Under-19 Cricket World Cup.
By Austin Karonga Jan. 27, 2026

Candid Comment: Residents bear the brunt of councils’ lethargy

Councils must enforce regulations without compromise. Wetlands should never be opened up for residential development under any circumstances.
By Eddie Zvinonzwa Jan. 16, 2026

Fear grips Chitungwiza as murder cases surge

The Standard established that the meeting also led to the identification of suspects, who were subsequently forwarded to the police for further investigation.
By Staff Reporter Jan. 11, 2026

Young Chevrons eye World Cup on home soil

Speaking ahead of the opening week, Mudzengerere did not mince his words regarding the team’s ambitions.
By Munyaradzi Madzokere Jan. 11, 2026

US lawmakers urge Pentagon to add DeepSeek, Xiaomi to list of firms allegedly aiding Chinese military

In a statement, Xiaomi said there was no basis for putting it on the 1260H list.
By Reuters Dec. 21, 2025

LuckyBets partners creators of hit sitcom Bachelors in support of local entertainment

The partnership underscores LuckyBets’ growing commitment to investing in the creative industries, particularly film and television, as part of its broader community engagement programme.
By Luckybets Nov. 6, 2025