In Zimbabwe, the booming demand for mumvee trees, known for their supposed medicinal properties, is causing rapid deforestation. Environmentalists warn that if over-harvesting continues, these trees could soon face extinction.
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Mutare civil society groups are calling for an end to illegal riverbed mining, which is causing severe environmental damage and threatening local communities.
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Zimbabwe’s opposition CCC plans to fight Zanu PF’s proposal to remove presidential term limits, which could allow President Mnangagwa to stay in power beyond 2028.
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An expert warns that overdosing on sex enhancement drugs is becoming a deadly problem in Zimbabwe, causing severe health issues like high blood pressure and even death.
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A commission has uncovered 5,000 illegal housing plots in Harare, many tied to election seasons. These findings raise questions about political motives and land management.
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In response to the arrest of over 160 activists, Zimbabwe’s “Freedom Now” campaign is pushing for democratic reforms and the protection of fundamental rights.
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In India, onions can sway elections, while in Zimbabwe, political power revolves around control of resources. Explore how these unique factors shape politics in both countries.
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Explore the daily life of Catherine Munenge in Binga, where drought and food insecurity create ongoing challenges for residents. Discover her resilience and the efforts being made to improve conditions.
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Zimbabwe’s government tackles power and rail issues to revive the struggling manufacturing sector, aiming for a stronger, industrialized economy.
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Japan provides $1.4 million in food aid to 26,000 Zimbabwean families hit hard by a severe El Niño-induced drought.