Category: Columnists
Small Business Ideas That Work in Zimbabwe: 25 Opportunities for Entrepreneurs
Zimbabwe’s entrepreneurial spirit remains one of the country’s greatest economic strengths. From informal traders and farmers to technology entrepreneurs and small manufacturers,…
The Complete Guide to Starting a Small Business in Zimbabwe
Thinking of starting a small business in Zimbabwe? This complete guide explains how to choose a business idea, research your market, calculate…
Munhumutapa Day – When Zimbabwe Remembers Who It Has Always Been
Munhumutapa Day is more than a new public holiday. It is an opportunity for Zimbabwe to reconnect with Great Zimbabwe, the Mutapa…
National Gallery of Zimbabwe Set for Revival with New 10-Hectare Mutare Arts Centre
The return of the Mutare Art Gallery has moved closer to reality after the donation of 10 hectares at Mount Worsley Estate…
Brunette Makanaka Makanyiso Miss World Top 12 finish brings pride to Zimbabwe
Brunette Makanaka Makanyiso has finished in the Top 12 at Miss World 2026, capping an extraordinary international campaign that saw the Miss…
How Hard Is It to Get Your First Job as a Journalist?
Getting your first journalism job can be challenging. Discover the entry level barriers aspiring journalists face and practical ways to build experience,…
5 Industries That Could Exist Forever in Zimbabwe — and the Opportunities for Entrepreneurs
Discover five industries that will always remain essential—agriculture, construction, energy, healthcare and education—and explore the opportunities they offer Zimbabwean entrepreneurs to build…
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Great Zimbabwe
Great Zimbabwe is one of Africa’s greatest archaeological treasures. From its enormous mortarless stone walls and famous Zimbabwe Birds to its role…
Dolly Parton Dies Aged 80: Country Music Icon Leaves Behind a Lasting Legacy
Country music icon Dolly Parton has died aged 80, with her nephew Bryan Seaver announcing her death through a video shared on…
Zimbabwe Places Solar Energy at Heart of Africa’s Energy Transition as ISA Meeting Opens in Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe is placing solar energy at the centre of Africa’s development agenda as Victoria Falls hosts the 8th International Solar Alliance Regional…
An Obituary to The Odyssey of The Kariba Tragedy…
The Lake Kariba ferry disaster is more than a tragic headline—it is a national tragedy that has left Zimbabwe mourning. As the…
ZANLA’s War Map – The Operational Sectors That Shaped Zimbabwe’s Liberation Struggle
ZANLA’s liberation war was fought across a vast and complex geographical landscape. From Tete and Manica to Gaza, operational provinces and sectors…
Brunette Makanyiso Miss World Zimbabwe 2026 Begins Journey to Vietnam, Calls for National Support
Brunette Makanyiso Miss World Zimbabwe 2026 will represent Zimbabwe at the 75th Miss World Festival in Vietnam from 9 August 2026. As…
Meinrad Dandadzi Invitational Soccer Tournament Set to Ignite Nyanga North
Eight schools will battle for honours at the inaugural Meinrad Dandadzi Invitational Soccer Tournament at Emmanuel High School in Nyanga North on…
Hon. Lt. Gen. Rtd. Amb. Anselem Nhamo Sanyatwe Champions Sports Infrastructure Investment to Drive Vision 2030
Hon. Lt. Gen. Rtd. Amb. Anselem Nhamo Sanyatwe has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to investing in modern sports infrastructure, strengthening governance systems…
President Mnangagwa 27th National Consultative Assembly: ZANU PF Charts Course for Unity, Economic Growth and Vision 2030
President Mnangagwa officially opened the 27th Ordinary Session of the ZANU PF National Consultative Assembly, reaffirming the party’s commitment to unity, economic…
Kuwadzana Police Station Groundbreaking Advances Vision 2030 and NDS2 Development Agenda
Kuwadzana Police Station officially broke ground in Harare, with Deputy Minister Chido Sanyatwe saying the project reflects President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s commitment to…
President Mnangagwa Central Committee Address: Reaffirms Unity, Economic Transformation and Party Discipline
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has reaffirmed ZANU PF’s commitment to unity, economic transformation and national development, saying Zimbabwe’s journey towards upper middle-income status…
President Mnangagwa Leads Burial of Niece Shamiso as Nation Joins Family in Mourning
President Mnangagwa led hundreds of mourners, including senior Government officials, ZANU PF leaders and members of the local community, at the burial…
The 20 Best Zimbabwean Songs of 2026 So Far, Ranked
The Best Zimbabwean Songs of 2026 have showcased the country’s remarkable musical diversity, from Afro-fusion and dancehall to hip-hop, gospel and sungura.…
Morocco Knockout Qualification: Atlas Lions Roar Back to Reach FIFA World Cup Knockout Stage
Morocco Knockout Qualification became one of the standout stories of FIFA World Cup 2026 as the Atlas Lions came from behind to…
Best Drought-Resistant Crops for Zimbabwean Farmers: A Guide to Climate-Smart Agriculture
Drought-resistant crops for Zimbabwean farmers are becoming essential as climate change increases the frequency of droughts and dry spells. This guide explores…
Complete Guide to Maize Farming in Zimbabwe: From Land Preparation to Harvest
Maize farming in Zimbabwe is the cornerstone of national food security and agricultural production. This comprehensive guide explores land preparation, seed selection,…
Zimbabwe Forex Receipts Projected to Reach US$19.92 Billion in 2026 as Second Republic Reforms Deliver Results
Zimbabwe Forex Receipts are projected to reach US$19.92 billion in 2026, reflecting strong economic growth driven by exports, remittances, investment inflows and…
Messi the GOAT: World Cup Records Continue to Fall as Lionel Messi Rewrites Football History
Messi the GOAT continues to strengthen his claim as football’s greatest player after breaking multiple FIFA World Cup records during the 2026…
Victoria Falls – Africa’s Greatest Natural Wonder Continues to Captivate Global Tourists
Victoria Falls, known as Africa’s greatest natural wonder, continues to attract tourists from around the world with its breathtaking scenery, adventure activities,…
Lupane–Nkayi–Kwekwe Road Project Gains Momentum as Strategic Infrastructure Development Advances
The Lupane–Nkayi–Kwekwe Road Project is gathering pace as construction advances in Gwamba Ward 18. The strategic infrastructure development is expected to reduce…
World Cup 2026 African Football: The Continent’s Growing Global Influence
World Cup 2026 African Football is reaching unprecedented heights as a record number of African nations compete on football’s biggest stage. From…
Onion Farming in Zimbabwe: Why Farmers Are Turning to One of the Country’s Most Profitable Crops
Onion Farming in Zimbabwe is emerging as one of the most profitable agricultural ventures for smallholder and commercial farmers. With strong local…
Top Government Tenders and Business Opportunities in Zimbabwe: New Procurement Projects Drive Business Growth
Top Government Tenders and Business Opportunities in Zimbabwe continue to create significant opportunities for entrepreneurs, SMEs and established companies. From infrastructure projects…
Zimbabwe Dollar USD Gold Market Update Today: ZiG Stable as Gold and Fuel Prices Remain in Focus
Zimbabwe Dollar USD Gold Market Update Today shows the latest ZiG exchange rate against the US dollar, gold price movements and current…
Small Business Ideas That Work in Zimbabwe: 25 Profitable Opportunities for Entrepreneurs
Small Business Ideas That Work in Zimbabwe are becoming increasingly important as thousands of Zimbabweans seek alternative income streams amid economic challenges.…
National Expo 2026 Set to Drive Policy Dialogue, Innovation and Strategic Partnerships in Zimbabwe
National Expo 2026 will bring together policymakers, business leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators at Heritage Village in Harare on June 25-26. Organised by…
Women’s Mukando Enhancement Programme Transforms Lives in Nyanga North
The Women’s Mukando Enhancement Programme has been launched in Nyanga North, benefiting women’s groups in Wards 9 and 14 with modern cooking…
The Complete Guide to Tobacco Farming in Zimbabwe 2026
The Complete Guide to Tobacco Farming in Zimbabwe 2026 explores the full production cycle of tobacco, from land preparation and seed selection…
Maternal Health Challenges in Africa
Maternal Health Challenges in Africa remain a major public health concern driven by limited healthcare access, poverty, cultural barriers, and inadequate emergency…
Success Stories From Zimbabwean Farmers: Transforming Agriculture and Building Prosperity
Success Stories From Zimbabwean Farmers are transforming communities across the country as innovative producers embrace irrigation, climate-smart agriculture, livestock farming and horticulture…
World Cup Team Rankings and Tactical Breakdown: Expert Analysis of FIFA 2026 Contenders, Tactical Systems and Title Chances
World Cup Team Rankings and Tactical Breakdown delivers expert analysis of all 48 FIFA 2026 World Cup teams, highlighting tactical systems, title…
World Cup Preview 2026 Group Analysis: Expert Breakdown of All Groups, Tactical Insights and Qualification Predictions
World Cup Preview 2026 Group Analysis explores all eight groups in detail, highlighting tactical trends, favourites, dark horses, and qualification predictions ahead…
Inside Zimbabwe’s Bid to Become Africa’s Cultural Hub
Arts & Lifestyle – Zimbabwe is steadily positioning itself as one of Africa’s emerging cultural powerhouses, driven by a renewed focus on…
Cabinet Resolutions Signal Renewed Push for Economic Reform, Innovation and Cultural Revival
Harare – Zimbabwe’s latest Cabinet resolutions, as updated to the Nation following the 13th Cabinet meeting Chaired by the President, His Excellency…
Zim@46 – A Nation Forged in Fire, Marching Boldly Towards Vision 2030
OPINION – As the golden dawn rises over the ancient stones of Great Zimbabwe and the rolling plains of our motherland, the…
Zimbabwe Reclaims the Soul of Its Heritage…
…as Soapstone Bird, Ancestral Remains are Repatriated Cape Town, South Africa – In a moment heavy with history, memory and spiritual significance,…
Who Is Raising Your Child? The Silent Crisis of Screen-Time Parenting
There is a quiet crisis unfolding in homes across Zimbabwe. It does not make headlines. It does not announce itself with noise…
Why Zimbabwe Must Embrace Industry Driven Education with AI at the Core
OPINION – For decades, Zimbabwe’s education system has proudly stood on a subject based curriculum that produced doctors, lawyers, engineers and scholars…
Zimbabwe Takes Bold Leap of Faith, Vision 2030 Achievable
NDS2 Perspectives Series – Reading deeper into the NDS2 Document, specifically in the Preface by the Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion…
Emmanuel High School – Nyanga’s Beacon of Faith, Learning and Community Service
The Columnist – Emmanuel High School stands as one of Zimbabwe’s most quietly influential schools. Known to generations of families simply as…
Unity Day and the Second Republic, Building One Zimbabwe, One Nation
Every year on December 22, Zimbabwe comes to a solemn pause to observe Unity Day, a day that goes far beyond the…
If the Post Colonial State Is to Survive, Tribe Must Die
OPINION – In many parts of Africa, including Zimbabwe and much of the Global South, the post-colonial state stands at a crossroads.…
Without unity, there is no future for Africa
There is a sobering truth that has echoed across this continent from the days of Kwame Nkrumah, Julius Nyerere, Patrice Lumumba and…
Modibo Keita: The Untold Story of a Revolutionary African Statesman
OPINION – Modibo Keita’s name does not ring loudly in every African classroom or public square, yet those who study the continent’s…
Why African History Must Be Taught First
OPINION – There is a silent crisis unfolding across African classrooms, one so ordinary that many barely notice it anymore. A child…
Afrocentricism as a Reset Button
OPINION – There comes a time in the life of every civilisation when it must pause, look in the mirror and confront…
Africa, A Continent of Diversity, Resilience, and Rising Promise
EDITORIAL – Africa, the world’s second-largest and second-most populous continent — is a vast mosaic of nations, peoples, and cultures. Stretching from…
Africa – A Continent Divided by Borders but United by Blood
EDITORIAL – Africa is not a continent of 54 separate nations — it is one country temporarily divided by lines drawn by…
Why Zimbabwe Is the Best Place to Live in Africa
Zimbabwe, often referred to as the “Jewel of Africa,” continues to captivate the hearts of locals and foreigners alike with its natural…
From Revolutionary Socialism to the Spirit of “Us, Not Me”
ZANU PF, the Revolutionary mass party, was founded on the strong ideological foundation of revolutionary socialism. Guided by Marxist-Leninist principles, the party’s…
Zimbabwe – Africa’s Hidden Jewel Waiting to Be Discovered
A Destination of Wonders, Heritage and Heart Our Africa – For years, Zimbabwe has been a quiet story in African tourism—overshadowed not…
Mbira, The Ancient Voice of Zimbabwe That Refuses to Be Silenced
Feature – For over a thousand years, the haunting, melodic tones of the mbira—Zimbabwe’s iconic thumb piano—have echoed through valleys, across rivers,…
Documenting Heritage – Why Every Village Needs a Cultural Historian
Feature – In every village, mountains whisper stories of forgotten wars, rivers carry memories of sacred rituals, and dusty footpaths recall the…
Rediscovering Africa’s Forgotten Wisdom – The Missing Link to Modern Development
Editorial– Across Africa, a quiet realization is taking shape — that the future may very well depend on the wisdom of the…
AU Agenda 2063 – What It Means for Africa’s Future
Africa is on a journey to reclaim its narrative and chart its own destiny. The African Union’s Agenda 2063 is a strategic…
Reclaiming the African Narrative – Why Telling Our Own Stories Matters
Editorial – For centuries, Africa’s image has been shaped, filtered, and often distorted through the lens of outsiders. From colonial chroniclers to…
Exploring the Expanding Frontiers of Artificial Intelligence
Sci-Tech – Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become one of the most transformative technologies of the 21st century, revolutionising industries, redefining work, and…
The Rise of Zimbabwe’s Creative Economy – Opportunities and Challenges
Art Buzz – Zimbabwe’s creative economy — encompassing music, film, fashion, design, literature, crafts, visual arts, and digital content — is emerging…
The Sacred in the Soil – How Zimbabwe’s Landscapes Shape Our Identity
Editorial – Zimbabwe’s story is not merely written in books or sung in oral traditions — it is etched in the very…
10 African Proverbs That Hold Timeless Wisdom
African proverbs are more than simple sayings; they are the distilled wisdom of generations. Passed down orally through centuries, these proverbs teach…
Kwame Nkrumah’s Vision – Is a United Africa Still Possible?
Editorial – When Ghana’s first president, Dr. Kwame Nkrumah, stood before the newly independent nation in 1957 and proclaimed, “The independence of…
Ubuntu Philosophy — The African Way of Life the World Needs Today
Editorial – In a world increasingly defined by individualism and competition, Africa offers a refreshing alternative — Ubuntu, a way of life…
Rediscovering African Identity: Why Embracing Our Roots Is the Future
Across the globe, Africans and people of African descent are rising to reclaim a sense of identity long obscured by colonialism and…
From Afrobeats to Hollywood – African Creatives Taking the World by Storm
—Timeless Series Entertainment – Africa’s creative pulse is reverberating across the globe like never before. From the infectious rhythms of Afrobeats to…
Green Africa – The Rise of Renewable Energy Projects Across the Continent
Editorial – Africa is experiencing a remarkable shift towards renewable energy, driven by the need for sustainable development, energy security, and climate…
What Does It Mean to Be Proudly African in the 21st Century?
Opinion – In the 21st century, African identity is more than heritage—it is a living expression of resilience, unity, and innovation. To…
Uncovering Forgotten African Kingdoms and Their Legacies
Editorial – Africa’s history is rich, complex, and profound, yet much of it remains shrouded in mystery or misrepresented by centuries of…
How African Tech Startups Are Shaping the Future of the Continent
By Takasununguka Ziki Sci-Tech – In recent years, African tech startups have emerged as key players in the global tech ecosystem, driving…