The question of the essence of man: Part 1

THE question of the essence of man is complex, because when one pauses to reflect, it becomes clear that human existence is composed of three interconnected parts
By Rutendo Kureya 22h ago

We looked holy, but we were criminals: lmali yegazi star

Actress, scriptwriter and director Mongeni Bhebhe is making waves with her gripping role in the 1 hour 30-minute film Imali yegazi, which explores themes of greed, deception and family betrayal.
By Nokuxola Mbangeni 22h ago

JSC touts digital reforms, performance management in new judicial year 

Malaba said the final year of the strategic plan marked a turning point in modernising court operations and strengthening public confidence in the judiciary.
By Gary Gerald Mtombeni Jan. 12, 2026

A nation failing its girls

Fifteen-year-old Privilege has become a breadwinner for her aunt and two younger siblings after their parents passed away several years ago.
By Newsday Jan. 12, 2026

School of sport: Masterminding a masterpiece

When we think of the arts, and historical eras at that, we might think less of ‘mastermind’ and more of ‘masterpiece’.
By Tim Middleton Jan. 11, 2026

Fear grips Chitungwiza as murder cases surge

The Standard established that the meeting also led to the identification of suspects, who were subsequently forwarded to the police for further investigation.
By Staff Reporter Jan. 11, 2026

Divine insight: False humility is not Biblical: Paul’s call to sober judgement

Many have been taught that to be spiritual is to think small, to downplay their gifts, to avoid ambition, and to resist fully stepping into what God has placed on their lives.
By Humphrey Mtandwa Jan. 11, 2026

US$1,9m suspected fraudster granted US$300 bail

The accused, Brian Ncube, appeared before Harare magistrate Jessie Kufa, who granted him US$300 bail.
By Desmond Chingarande Jan. 10, 2026

Manhize reset: To build or break

But the math remained stubbornly, cruelly the same: We dug rocks out of the ground for pennies and bought them back as rebar for dollars.
By Fungisai Nota Jan. 9, 2026