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A passport cannot escape patriarchy: Why some Zimbabwean women are still dying at the hands of men in Britain

The Bedfordshire killings have reignited painful questions within Zimbabwe's diaspora. Gabriel Manyati argues that migration alone cannot erase deeply rooted patriarchal beliefs and calls for greater accountability in preventing violence against women.

Let’s get this straight: the Mutapa Empire was not in Masvingo and ED has no claim to the throne

A viral proposal to crown President Emmerson Mnangagwa emperor of a restored Mutapa Empire has sparked debate. Tendai Ruben Mbofana examines the historical record, arguing that the Mutapa Empire, Great Zimbabwe, the Rozvi State and the Ndebele Kingdom are being selectively interpreted to advance a modern political narrative.

Why are you angry Thomas Mapfumo chose the money?

Thomas Mapfumo's reported decision to accept a US$1 million performance package from businessman Wicknell Chivayo has divided Zimbabweans. Is the Chimurenga legend abandoning his principles, or are critics demanding impossible sacrifices from a man who deserves financial security after decades of service to the nation?

One standard too many? Nigel Farage’s gamble over leadership and accountability

Dr Sibangilizwe Moyo examines whether Nigel Farage’s resignation from Parliament while remaining Reform UK leader risks damaging his image as a champion of accountability.

Why Thomas Mapfumo should accept Wicknell Chivayo’s US$1.5 million offer

Gabriel Manyati argues that Thomas Mapfumo should accept Wicknell Chivayo's multimillion-dollar performance offer, saying the Chimurenga icon has earned the right to financial security without sacrificing his political legacy.

Has South Africa forgotten Steve Biko? The inferiority complex behind rising Afrophobia

Drawing on childhood memories of Zimbabwe hosting liberation refugees, Takura Zhangazha argues that today's anti-African sentiment in South Africa contradicts the values of Steve Biko, Nelson Mandela and the continent's liberation struggle.

Luke-ing the Beast in the Eye: The Cape Verde moment —- An inspirational story that teaches the life lesson never to write anyone off...

Cape Verde's remarkable World Cup campaign is more than a football story—it is a powerful lesson that no individual, nation or dream should ever be written off.

George Charamba is wrong: Before we celebrate South Africa’s stars, we must confront Afrophobia

Gabriel Manyati contends that the backlash against South African performers is not about music but about growing anger over Afrophobia and violence against African migrants.

If the “leaked intelligence report” is true, Tagwirei’s presidential ambitions are effectively dead

Tendai Ruben Mbofana examines the implications of an alleged leaked intelligence report, arguing that if its contents are accurate, Kudakwashe Tagwirei's long-term presidential ambitions could be fatally undermined.

To my South African brothers and sisters: A plea for humanity in the face of Afrophobia

Dr Philani Zamchiya delivers a heartfelt appeal to South Africans, urging compassion, Ubuntu and African unity as anti-immigrant violence threatens the continent's shared humanity.

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