In a troubling development for media freedom in Zimbabwe, Bulawayo24 journalist Gideon Madzikatidze was remanded in custody on Friday, 20 February 2026, following his arrest earlier this week. Madzikatidze appeared before Harare Magistrate Ruth Moyo, who ordered his continued detention until 23 February 2026, pending a formal bail ruling.
Theft of Carbons at Botha Gold Mine Occurs Despite Existing High Court Order
An incident involving the theft of carbons occurred today at Botha Gold Mine at approximately 12 noon, raising serious concerns given that the matter unfolds against the backdrop of an existing High Court order in favour of Botha Gold Mine, governing the dispute surrounding the mine.
Linda Tsungirirai Masarira and Andy Hodges: A Masterclass in Azure Elegance and Sartorial Synergy at the Crown Plaza
When high-stakes discourse meets high-end tailoring, the result is a masterclass in visual communication. This past Thursday, the atmosphere at the Crown Plaza was charged with more than just political anticipation; it was a runway of sartorial excellence.
Robert Mugabe Day: Remembering a Revolutionary, Reckoning with a Ruler
21 February, commemorated in Zimbabwe as Robert Mugabe Day and officially marked as National Youth Day, invites reflection, not only celebration. It is a day that stirs strong emotions, depending on where one stands in Zimbabwe’s complex political history.
Human Trafficking Scandal: 1,000 Kenyans Lured into Russia-Ukraine War Under Job Guises
Kenya is reeling from a massive human trafficking scandal following an explosive intelligence report presented to Parliament. On February 18, 2026, National Assembly Majority Leader Kimani Ichung’wah revealed that more than 1,000 Kenyans have been recruited into Russia’s war against Ukraine, far exceeding previous estimates of 200.
Africa’s Economic Titans: The Top 10 GDP Performers of 2025
The African economic landscape in 2025 reflects a continent in transition, characterized by a mix of traditional resource-heavy giants and rapidly diversifying emerging markets.
From Kinshasa to the World: The First Recorded Faces of the HIV Epidemic
Long before the medical world gave the virus a name in 1983, HIV was already silently claiming lives across continents. Because the virus was only identified decades after it began to spread, the “first” people to test positive were not diagnosed in real-time.
Judicial Crisis in Mutare: Dismissed DANET Manager Employs “Mafia Tactics” to Defy High Court Order
MUTARE – The rule of law in Manicaland is currently under siege as Wilson Masokowere, the former Projects Manager of Destiny of Afrika Network (DANET), stands accused of orchestrating a violent campaign to obstruct the execution of a High Court Order.
Goodbye Baggy Clothes? Fall 2026 Men’s Fashion Week Reveals the Shocking Return of Slim-Fit Style
By Drone Ideal-Men’s Fashion Week Fall/Winter 2026 has officially redefined the modern wardrobe, moving away from simple “hype” and toward a sophisticated blend of heritage and high-tech utility.
Taking place across the global fashion capitals—Florence, Milan, Paris, and New York—the season showcased a powerful tension between tradition and rebellion.
United for Africa: AUC Chairperson and PAP President Forge New Path for Continental Governance
In a significant move to unify the African Union’s executive and legislative wings, the newly elected Chairperson of the African Union Commission (AUC), H.E. Mahmoud Ali Youssouf, held a high-stakes working meeting with the 6th Bureau of the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) on February 16, 2026.