‘Declare July 1 public holiday in Nkomo’s honour’

“It would be a testament to government’s commitment to recognising and celebrating the contributions of national heroes and heroines who have shaped our country’s history.”
By Staff Reporter 1h ago

Zim opposition party calls for public holiday in honour of late VP Joshua Nkomo

"As a stalwart leader, he played a pivotal role in shaping the nation's narrative, fostering a sense of national identity, and championing the rights of the marginalised," he said.
By Staff Reporter 16h ago

Joshua Nkomo remembered

According to the Catholic Commission for Justice and Peace in Zimbabwe, over 20 000 people were killed, with many others raped, maimed and some disappeared without trace.
By Silas Nkala Jul. 1, 2025

Editorial Comment: Choreographed Gukurahundi hearings an insult to victims

Thirty-eight years after the Unity Accord that ended the killings, thousands of victims are stateless because they can not obtain identity documents for various reasons.
By The Standard Jun. 29, 2025

Nothing to celebrate on Zimbabwe Independence Day.

Zimbabwe still had to deal with societal problems, economic hardships, and political unrest after attaining independence.
By Tawanda Matangambiri Feb. 26, 2025

Letter from America: The winds of change have swept the US!

With their advanced (Asians) education and wealth creation cultures, guess who benefitted from this policy.
By Kenneth Mufuka Jan. 5, 2025

Russia’s role in Zim’s liberation struggle recognised

The exhibition served as a reminder of the strong historical ties between Zimbabwe and Russia.
By Bongile Moyo Nov. 7, 2024

Perspectives: Zimbabwe must strive to build resilient communities

Presidential democracy has never existed since time memorial because of long stay in aggrandized, abused and mis-managed power.
By Nevison Mpofu Jul. 7, 2024

Edutainment mix: 'Rhymes of resilience: Zimbabwean poetry since independence'

Poetry month encourages people of all ages to engage with poetry and explore their own creative potential.
By Raymond Millagre Langa Apr. 21, 2024