Harnessing natural resources: A call for sustainable management

From minerals and fossil fuels to forests and water, these resources have the potential to drive economic growth, create jobs, and improve living standards.
By Justice Chengeta Jr Apr. 27, 2025
Global guidelines for selection of judges (Part 1)
Global guidelines for selection of judges (Part 1)
An apex court has at least three core roles within a thriving and functional democracy.
By The Standard Apr. 27, 2025
Editorial Comment: UZ strike shines light on plight of Zim workers
The academic staff are demanding the restoration of their pre-October 2018 salary levels where the basic salary of a junior lecturer was between US$2 250 and US2 500 per month.
By The Standard Apr. 27, 2025
Way forward for Zimbabwe
We urge you all to unite together, stand firm and support the idea of the NTA.
By Own Correspondent Apr. 27, 2025
Zimbabwe’s second republic or kleptocracy 2.0?
The state’s response to criticism is predictable.
By Reward Magadhi Apr. 27, 2025
Village Rhapsody :The gendered dimensions of climate change and the role of women in climate action
Gender-responsive climate action is not just a moral imperative it is a strategic necessity for building a sustainable and equitable future
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Apr. 27, 2025
Counting the cost of healing Gukurahundi genocide’s Gukura-wounds
Talk about the death row phenomenon, an experience endured by convicts awaiting execution.
By Philani Ndlovu Apr. 22, 2025
Why Nelson Chamisa has come unstuck
Chamisa remains quite popular, but there is more to elections and winning power than popularity and that is where our opposition has come unstuck.
By Nqaba Matshazi Apr. 20, 2025
Imperative for stronger corporate governance in Zimbabwe
The roots of Zimbabwe's corporate governance challenges can be traced back to the financial crisis of 2003.
By Lovemore Nyawo Apr. 20, 2025
Letter from America: Geza crisis in Zimbabwe provides opportunity for urgent correction
Zanu PF finds itself in such a situation. I remember a similar situation where vice -president Sister Joice Mujuru was wrongfully put through a ringer, (the so-called Runaida affair).
By Kenneth Mufuka Apr. 20, 2025
Letter to my people: Uhuru celebrations exposed rot under Zanu PF
This is more so since the unceremonious removal of the wisdom imbued Gushungo in that dark year of 2017.
By Doctor Stop It Apr. 20, 2025
Village Rhapsody: The role of African countries in global climate negotiations
 Zimbabwe, like many other African countries, is committed to addressing climate change.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Apr. 20, 2025
Gokwe chaos emblematic of the national question
The Zanu PF leader himself has on more than four occasions said he is not interested in staying in power beyond 2028, but this has not stopped his loyalists from pushing the agenda.
By The Standard Apr. 20, 2025
Africa’s Wealth Titans
Nicky Oppenheimer, a prominent figure in the diamond industry,
By The Standard Apr. 15, 2025
Letter to my people: Chivayo scandals expose depth of rot
Chivayo was splashing thousands of dollars on luxury cars for different people, including a respected cleric.
By Doctor Stop It Apr. 13, 2025
Editorial Comment: Draconian law will soil Mnangagwa’s legacy
Zanu PF, the sponsors of the new law, have never hidden the fact that they want it to be used against their opponents in order to gain an advantage on the political playing field.
By The Standard Apr. 13, 2025
Global guidelines for selection of judges explained
The project on these global guidelines received immeasurable input from a high-level advisory panel comprising, inter alia:
By Muchadeyi Masunda Apr. 13, 2025
Historic rally: How the S&P 500 surge reinforces value of staying invested
While most countries received a reprieve, China notably did not benefit from this pause.
By Isaac Jonas Apr. 13, 2025
We must find each other and put Zimbabwe first
Central to this proposal is the establishment of a National Transitional Authority (NTA) to prepare the ground for a durable peace and national prosperity.
By Ibbo Mandaza Apr. 13, 2025
New inspection fee for electrical installations: Is Zesa undermining its own mandate?
ZETDC has justified the introduction of this fee by citing recent incidents of house fires and electrical accidents linked to unsafe installations.
By Samuel Wadzai Apr. 13, 2025
Mnangagwa’s response to Trump tariffs a betrayal of neighbours
Mnangagwa’s statement was in response to US President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs on almost all the countries in the world.
By Nqaba Matshazi Apr. 13, 2025
Parenting expert encourages responsible use of social media
Mutsvedu said benefits of physical interactions in parenting vary from emotional support, bond development, effective communication, behaviour modelling, monitoring and guidance
By Takemore Mazuruse Apr. 13, 2025
What is happening to the Methodists we love so much?
The bishops had erased from the Methodist Book of Discipline rule 304 which stated that; “The practice of homosexuality is incompatible with Christian teaching.” (1972)
By Kenneth Mufuka Apr. 13, 2025
Innovation for entrepreneurial success
Creative business owners who are quick to change their management techniques can save expenses, enhance efficiency, and raise production, thus increasing profits.
By Farai Chigora and Tabani Moyo Apr. 13, 2025
Bridging educational gap between rural and urban societies
In rural communities, achieving five O Levels often carries more weight than the same accomplishment in urban areas.
Amended broadcasting law plunges country into sustained illegalities
Following the law's passage in the Senate, President Emmerson Mnangagwa's assent is the final step of implementing the changes put into effect by the legislature.
By Nigel Nyamutumbu Apr. 13, 2025
Planet of the ape
There must be a thirst, a hunger, a desire, a longing for what is about to happen if there is to be learning.
By Tim Middleton Apr. 13, 2025
Trump's tariff 'madness' requires unified, methodical response. 
Zimbabwe is among the countries that are targeted with an 18% tariff rate.
By Own Correspondent Apr. 10, 2025