As the sweltering December sun dips below the horizon of the Zvimba plains, a sonic signature begins to throb through the air, signaling that you have arrived at the undisputed nerve center of the district.
Category: Africa News
A Listing Without Trades : The Billion-Dollar Company That Nobody is Buying or Selling
Controversial‘public company’ WestProp’s presence on the Victoria Falls Stock Exchange (VEFX) has produced a simple, stubborn fact, zero shares traded from inception to date.
Deported “security threat” Chinese National pushes interests through proxies in Zimbabwe
The Chinese National Li Song is allegedly also working with some government officials, court officials, National Prosecuting Authority, police amongst others in bid to keep holding her business interests in the country which are facing imminent collapse after her deportation.
Doha vs. Washington: How Global Diplomacy is Forcing a Rebel Retreat in Eastern Congo
The volatile conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has taken a significant diplomatic turn as the Rwanda-backed M23 rebel group announced its intention to withdraw from the strategic border town of Uvira
Efficiency Meets Hospitality: The New Face of Zimbabwe’s Border Management
A key highlight of the visit was the efficiency of the newly implemented digital Border Management System. This modern infrastructure has revolutionized the traveler experience, replacing traditional bottlenecks with a seamless, orderly, and professional process. Tourists at the border expressed high levels of satisfaction, citing the welcoming atmosphere and the speed of clearance as major improvements
Egos, Calendars, and Call-ups: The Trials of Preparing for AFCON
The Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2025 in Morocco has arrived amidst a whirlwind of anticipation, yet the road to the opening whistle has been paved with significant structural and administrative hurdles.
“I’m a Journalist, Not Your Tourism Minister”: CNN Correspondent Larry Madowo Clashes With Ugandan CEO Over Who Brands Africa
By Tendai Keith Guvamombe
The digital landscape erupted this week as a sharp exchange between CNN International correspondent Larry Madowo and Ugandan business leader Jackie Akapwera ignited a fierce debate over who carries the burden of branding Africa. The spark? A post by Madowo highlighting CNN’s coverage of Dr. Gladys Kalema-Zikusoka, Uganda’s pioneering wildlife vet, while simultaneously questioning why such positive profiles struggle to garner the same viral traction as reports on political brutality.
Pitching a Revolution: Balotelli’s Five-Stadium Challenge to the Continent
By Tendai Keith Guvamombe
In a thunderbolt move that has sent shockwaves from the Curva Sud to the streets of Accra, Mario “Super Mario” Balotelli has traded his signature “Why Always Me?” shrug for a roaring Pan-African manifesto. The striker’s viral challenge—calling on African stars to divest from “Racist Europe” and build world-class infrastructure on home soil—is more than just a headline-grabber; it is a tactical masterclass in the rising tide of the Great African Revolution.
A Presidency in Limbo: How Douglas Mwonzora Lost the Battle for MDC
The legal foundation of Douglas Mwonzora’s leadership within the Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) faced a catastrophic collapse in early 2025 as the High Court delivered a landmark ruling nullifying the party’s 2022 elective congress.
A World-Class Welcome: Dzoka Festival Showcases Zimbabwe’s Tourism ‘Newest Tastes’ to the Diaspora
By Tendai Keith Guvamombe
The Glamis Arena was transformed into a shimmering epicenter of cultural diplomacy on Thursday as Zimbabwe hosted the inaugural Dzoka Festival. Far more than a mere musical concert, the event served as a high-octane MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) powerhouse, specifically engineered to engage the Zimbabwean Diaspora and catalyze domestic tourism interest.