The strategic reverberations of the US-Iran conflict for Africa and the Global South
To fully interpret what this shift means for Africa, one must look past formal diplomatic language and analyse the core strategic calculations behind Washington’s moves.
By Saxon Zvina
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Gunhill farmer turns garage into mushroom farm
“I was always on social media. The idea of mushroom farming came about after seeing this from social media sites YouTube, WhatsApp, X and Facebook,” he said.
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7 burnt to death as schoolchildren kombi catches fire
“So far, seven people have been confirmed dead, while the number of injured persons is still being verified.
By Staff Reporter
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Fatal mine accidents pile pressure on govt
“We will visit these areas to address the situation,” Moyo said.
By Sharon Sibindi
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Israel: The widening war
There are really two wars in the Middle East, and only one of them is paused.
By Gwynne Dyer
May. 15, 2026
Chegutu mine tragedies: Seven dead, once charged
The government has a preferred answer to the crisis: formalisation. Register your operation, the argument goes, and inspectors can reach you, train you, and protect you.
By Valentine Maya
May. 11, 2026
Iran warns US Navy to stay clear of Hormuz after Trump says US to help stranded ships
Iran has been blocking nearly all shipping from the Gulf apart from its own for more than two months, sending energy prices soaring.
By The Standard
May. 4, 2026
Yummy Organic Foods showcases sustainable ‘Source to Share’ model at ZITF 2026
From raw materials to final packaging, Yummy Organic Foods says it is setting a new benchmark for sustainable food production in Zimbabwe.
By Nokuxola Mbangeni
Apr. 27, 2026
Death rattle of a superpower?
“We’re offering a very fair and reasonable DEAL, and I hope they take it because, if they don’t, the United States is going to knock out every single power plant, and every single bridge, in Iran.”
By Gwynne Dyer
Apr. 24, 2026
