America’s self-inflicted energy crisis: Strategic miscalculations, Sino-Russian energy cooperation, and lessons for Africa and the Global South
In mid‑March 2026, US energy secretary Chris Wright acknowledged that the United States was not fully prepared to provide safe passage for tankers through the Strait of Hormuz.
By Saxon Zvina
56m ago
Once a basket case, Zimbabwe now teaches Africa how to farm
"The results serve to confirm that Zimbabwe has made notable strides in national food security, transitioning from deficit to surplus in staple crops such as maize and wheat.
By Sydney Kawadza
2h ago
You do not really need flagship performance on a daily, here is why
Ultimately, the bottom line proves that smart money wins and the message from the market is clear that paying for features you do not use is a luxury few actually need.
By Tendai Munhundarima
19h ago
Catholic teachers’ college project gathers momentum in Karoi
Ngirazi said rehabilitation of access roads, including patching works, was already underway, while the proposed college site had been graded in preparation for the launch.
By Admin
21h ago
FINSEC chief reelected CoSSE chair for second term
His re-election is expected to provide continuity as SADC countries seek to strengthen domestic capital markets and mobilise long-term investment for economic growth.
By Blessed Ndlovu
23h ago
TelOne consider leaving Ascot after Agama setback
The Wi-Fi Boys were beaten 1–0 yesterday by fellow strugglers Agama FC in a drab Castle Lager Premier Soccer League encounter at the venue.
By Terry Madyauta
Jun. 1, 2026
A family built from the wreckage of loss
“My children love cereal,” says Melissa Bukuta, with the matter-of-fact certainty of a mother who has learned what her children need. “So, whatever I do, I have to make sure it is available.”
By Sally Nyakanyanga
Jun. 1, 2026
Infrastructure vandalism is national sabotage
Infrastructure is not merely concrete, steel or electrical equipment. Infrastructure is civilisation engineered into physical form.
By Edzai Kachirekwa
May. 31, 2026
Zim rivers choked by greed and bureaucracy
From the Mazowe and Save to the Sanyati and Umzingwane rivers, these waterways have been systematically choked by years of legal and illegal alluvial mining.
By The Standard
May. 31, 2026
