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