Tsvangirai turning in his grave, says Chamisa

Mugabe was declared the winner, but an international outcry over allegations of violence and vote-rigging led to a five-year unity government. 

Blessed Runesu Geza: A larger than life character

IMMEDIATELY after completing my law degree, I was literally snatched by Morgan Tsvangirai to work as a legal adviser responsible for research and litigation at the Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions.
By Douglas Togaraseyi Mwonzora Feb. 12, 2026
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Hands off Chamisa, critics told

Several political groups and activists including Zanu PF members are scrounging for space to criticise Chamisa for announcing his comeback to the political arena.
By Silas Nkala Feb. 9, 2026

Opposition needs to rebrand, not as angry protesters

In Zimbabwe, the political space has long been marred by mudslinging, inflammatory rhetoric and a “them vs. us” mentality.
By Yunah Bvumbwe May. 5, 2025
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Tsvangirai children snub Mwonzora-organised memorial service

Mwonzora’s spokesperson Lloyd Damba confirmed to NewsDay Weekender that the party was holding a memorial service for Tsvangirai. 
By Miriam Mangwaya Feb. 15, 2025

Tsvangirai memorial lecture postponed 

The lecture was meant to pay tribute to Tsvangirai's life and legacy as a champion of democracy and human rights in Zimbabwe.
By Miriam Mangwaya Feb. 14, 2025

Opposition decline: Call for unity of purpose

The late Morgan Tsvangirai, the founding leader of the Movement for Democratic Change (MDC), embodied the true spirit of opposition.
By Fanuel Chinowaita Jan. 17, 2025

Editorial Comment: Lessons for Zimbabwe from Bostwana

Former president Robert Mugabe in 2008 decided to hang on to power even after he was defeated by the late Morgan Tsvangirai in presidential elections.
By The Standard Nov. 3, 2024
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Inside Tsvangirai’s Valentine’s Day tragedy... as widow Elizabeth breaks silence

Tsvangirai’s death anniversary messages on Wednesday this week ran neck and neck with the Valentine’s Day messages on most social media platforms,
By Rex Mphisa Feb. 17, 2024