Israel: The widening war

There are really two wars in the Middle East, and only one of them is paused.
By Gwynne Dyer May. 15, 2026
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Zim imposes Africa’s heaviest oil price hikes... shocking rip-off exposed in AU, AfDB regional report

The increase placed Zimbabwe far ahead of second-placed Egypt, which imposed a 14,3% increase during the same period. Morocco followed at 13,9%, while Sierra Leone recorded a 12,3% surge.
By Freeman Makopa May. 15, 2026

Middle East conflict weighs on Pro-plastics

In its trading update for the first quarter ended March 31,2026, Proplastics reported disruptions in securing key materials.
By Tatira Zwinoira May. 13, 2026

Global shocks test Zimbabwe's fragile stability

Then the Middle East erupted.
By Problem Masau Apr. 22, 2026

The case for strategic autonomy: Why Europe and the Global South must rethink US-led security frameworks

The United States provided only limited financial and logistical support to frontline European states such as Italy, Greece, and Germany. 
By Killian Marisa Apr. 17, 2026

Opencast mines take biggest knocks as fuel price surges

The surge, which has been felt worldwide, has been triggered by tensions in the Middle East — a critical source of oil for the world.
By Freeman Makopa Apr. 17, 2026

Power Play: How China's energy grid shields its manufacturing edge amid global turmoil

China maintains a balance between high oil and gas imports and low overall external energy dependence. 

The hollow shield: The hypocrisy of US alliance politics and the independent choice of the Global South

History repeatedly confirms Kissinger’s warning: America’s alliances and security promises lack long-term reliability, rooted in the unchanging logic of self-interest. 
By Donald Jairos Apr. 15, 2026

Iran conflict sparks supply chain alarm at Proplastics

Proplastics Limited is working closely with its suppliers to explore mitigation strategies amid concerns that the ongoing Middle East conflict could disrupt raw material supplies. 
By Tatira Zwinoira Apr. 8, 2026