Managed Poverty and Missing Freedom: How Independence Recast Zimbabwe’s Poor as a Permanent Class (1980–2026)
From Liberation to Management When Zimbabwe attained independence in 1980, the moral vision was unmistakable: poverty was not to be tolerated—it was to be dismantled. It was understood as a…
Rising Threat of Autogolpe : Lesson for Zimbabwe
In the public imagination, a coup d’état usually conjures images of tanks rolling through capital cities and soldiers storming presidential palaces. But some of the most dangerous assaults on democracy…
The Role of Science in Combating Drug Abuse in Zimbabwe
Drug abuse in Zimbabwe has become a growing national crisis, threatening the health, social fabric, and future of the country. Substance abuse, also known as drug abuse, refers to the…
Zimbabwe in January 2025: A Nation at a Crossroads
A Tumultuous Start to 2025 As the sun rises over Zimbabwe in the early weeks of 2025, the country finds itself at a crossroads. The echoes of international decisions, internal…
Zimbabwe Abolishes Death Penalty in Landmark Human Rights Victory
The Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) has hailed the signing into law of the Death Penalty Abolition Act, 2024, marking a watershed moment in the country’s human rights history. The…
The Future of Entrepreneurial Journalism in Zimbabwe: Challenges and Opportunities
In recent years, entrepreneurial journalism has emerged as a potential lifeline for media practitioners in Zimbabwe and across Africa. This model empowers journalists and media organisations to generate revenue through…
Alarming Rise of Poverty in Zimbabwe – A Growing Concern
Zimbabwe, a country once considered the breadbasket of Africa, is facing a severe poverty crisis. According to recent data from the World Bank, extreme poverty has risen significantly between 2011…
Burning Spear Ignites Zimbabwe: Legendary Reggae Artist Brings African Roots to Harare
On October 18, reggae legend Burning Spear will take the stage at Harare’s Glamis Arena, marking a significant moment in Zimbabwe’s music scene. This highly anticipated show celebrates the root…
580 000 Zimbabwean Young Children Living in Severe Food Poverty
Zimbabwe’s activities to improve children’s diet diversity and prevent malnutrition need more funding to be scaled-up Around 181 million children worldwide under 5 years of age – one in four…