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‘Licence law fuels informality, corruption’

The law has triggered uproar among motorists who cited clause 15 as discriminatory, as it targets vehicle owners specifically while exempting other segments of the population.
By Lawrence Maphosa Jun. 11, 2025

Zim’s new radio licence fee: A tax on access and a question of fairness

Zinara is responsible for collecting road user fees, including vehicle licensing, toll fees and transit fees and ensuring sustainable funding for road development projects.
By Leo Muzivoreva Jun. 3, 2025

HStv celebrates 100 000 YouTube subscribers

This milestone reaffirms their audience’s trust and reflects the vibrancy of a media house that listens, innovates, and connects.
By Staff Reporter Jun. 1, 2025

The new Broadcasting Services Amendment Act: A legal analysis

One of the most notable improvements is the formal recognition of online broadcasting services and digital platforms.
By Mlondolozi Ndlovu May. 31, 2025
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Welcome to the Trabablas monument of great looting!

The idea is to push for the sale of the ivory and rhino horn stockpiles so that there is more to loot, not because anyone cares at all about conservation.
By Muckracker May. 30, 2025

Tribute to Zimbabwean broadcasting legend Joseph Madhimba

Zimbabwe's foremost broadcasting legend, Joseph Brian Madhimba, whose deep booming voice captivated the attention of listeners and viewers nationwide, is no more.
By John Gambanga May. 23, 2025

‘An instrument for propaganda whose model flies in the face of fairness, logic’

They are often at home during the day, making them the primary targets of enforcement efforts such as spot checks or visits from licensing officers. 
By Jacob Mutisi May. 2, 2025

Zim community radios in financial distress

Baz indicated that limited community ownership, participation and representation in community radio stations' governance structures are weakening long-term sustainability.
By Harriet Chikandiwa Apr. 2, 2025
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Underfunding stalls switch to digital television

The Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe (Baz) has been struggling to install digital transmitters since project inception in 2015.
By Harriet Chikandiwa Mar. 25, 2025