Why Zimbabwe Is the Hidden Gem of 2025: Epic Safaris, Cultural Wonders, and Seamless Travel Awaits in Africa

Zimbabwe has stepped into 2025 as one of the world’s most admired travel destinations, blending natural grandeur with modern convenience. Recognized globally for its scenic beauty, diverse attractions, and forward-looking tourism policies, the...

Where are the feminists? Gender-unfair language in Ghana’s 1992 Constitution

Introduction The 1992 Constitution is the fundamental law of Ghana, in addition to any other statutory and regulatory laws that are enacted and enforced from time to time. As is the case with the constitution of any country, our Constitution...

Data360: Where data meets development

At the World Bank, Data360 also helps shape our work—from guiding policy discussions to supporting key commitments and targets, such as universal health coverage and energy access in Africa through Mission 300. It serves as the central hub for...

Migrants to face A-Level English test under new UK working visa rules

Learning the English language. Credit: Pixabay, Pexels. Migrants applying to work in the UK will soon face tougher English language requirements, with certain applicants required to demonstrate A-Level-equivalent proficiency from January 8, 2026,...

Australia’s innovation crisis: The case for a national tech scale-up ecosystem

Published on October 7, 2025 Australia ranks below Botswana for economic complexity. Our only hope for remaining internationally competitive is to grow the things we invent to a size that matters on the world stage, writes Greg Miller. Greg...

A review of the 2024 National Budget

The World Bank is projecting economic growth in Zimbabwe at 2,9% down from an estimated 3,4% in 2022, while the International Monetary Fund on the other hand is projecting economic growth at 3,6% down from 4,1% in 2022. ZIMBABWE’S economic growth...

Is Western influence on African democracy fading?

In early 2025, as the United States announced wide-ranging aid cuts that predominantly affected African nations, there were fears that Western interest and influence on the continent was receding, as well as support for bolstering democratic norms...

Through polls in Feb, we institutionalize commitment to people’s power: Prof Yunus

Chief Adviser Prof Muhammad Yunus on Monday said they will hold the national election in February and with it, they will institutionalize their commitment to justice and people’s power. Last year, Prof Yunus said, people of Bangladesh rose...

Can the West really influence Africa's democracies?

In early 2025, as the United States announced wide-ranging aid cuts that predominantly affected African nations, there were fears that Western interest and influence on the continent was receding. Along with it, support for bolstering democratic...

What kind of cooperation does Africa need from China?

His Excellency Zhou Ding, China’s Ambassador As a Zimbabwean by birth, I currently serve as CEO of The Southern African Times and founder of an advisory firm that connects African markets with international investors. During my most recent trip to...

What kind of cooperation does Africa need from China?

His Excellency Zhou Ding, China’s Ambassador As a Zimbabwean by birth, I currently serve as CEO of The Southern African Times and founder of an advisory firm that connects African markets with international investors. During my most recent trip to...

Limpopo's 'treacherous death trap' claims over 40 lives as calls for accountability mount

Several fatal accidents have occurred in recent years near the 'treacherous death trap' on N1 near Louis Trichardt in Limpopo, where a bus crash claimed over 40 lives. Many questions have now been raised, with some observers arguing that improved...

When the minerals finish will Liberia be left with just big holes in the Ground?

Before the middle of the Twentieth Century, Norway was a frigid, sparsely populated wasteland in the northernmost part of Europe, with long, harsh winters, and whaling was a major occupation until the late 1950s, when oil was discovered. Norway's...

WFF 2025: Youth at the forefront as 2025 World Food Forum opens in Rome

Rome – Today the Global Youth Forum Opening Ceremony marked the beginning of the 2025 World Food Forum (WFF) flagship week at the headquarters of the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), bringing together thousands of...

Perenti growth to continue after ASX 200 inclusion

Perenti has ridden the gold-led mining revival all the way into the ASX 200 CFO Mike Ellis says the mining services provider can keep pursuing organic growth North America emerging as new growth engine for Aussie mining and drilling contractor The...

HIV deals ‘leave access gaps’

[NAIROBI, SciDev.Net] The rollout of an affordable new HIV prevention drug, hailed as a breakthrough in the fight to end the global epidemic, must be accompanied by broader efforts to increase access, campaigners say. Lenacapavir, a twice-yearly...

Daily briefing: Fireworks in space — the month’s best science images

You have full access to this article via your institution. Hello Nature readers, would you like to get this Briefing in your inbox free every day? Sign up here. The vibrance of these nebulae inspired this photo’s title, Fireworks. (Bence Tóth,...

Sell Shovels: Why a gold rush beckons for ASX 200 mining contractor Perenti

Perenti capped a massive year with ASX 200 inclusion. Is the best still to come? Pic: PRN/Supplied Perenti has ridden the gold-led mining revival all the way into the ASX 200 CFO Mike Ellis says the mining services provider can keep pursuing...

UB climbs global rankings, strengthens position in the region

The advancement marks a major milestone in UB’s growing global competitiveness and academic excellence. Out of 2,191 universities ranked worldwide, UB now falls within the 1001-1200 band, reflecting its expanding international presence and...

Mutoya hails AUSC Region 5 Marathon’s triumphant return

Ellina Mhlanga, Zimpapers Sports Hub FIVE years after disappearing from the regional calendar, the African union Sports Council (AUSC) Region 5 Marathon returned in style over the weekend, with South Africa hosting a colourful edition that drew...