Zimbabwe's press across the spectrum: the state Herald, the independent NewsDay and Daily News, NewZimbabwe and Bulawayo24 serving the diaspora, the Zimbabwe Independent for business and Kwayedza in Shona.
National Newspapers
Digital News Portals
Business and Finance
TV and Radio
Sports
Regional and Local
News Agencies
Frequently asked questions
- What are the main newspapers in Zimbabwe?
- The state-controlled Herald and the independent NewsDay and Daily News are the main dailies, with NewZimbabwe.com strong in the diaspora.
- Is there Shona and Ndebele-language news?
- Yes — Kwayedza publishes in Shona, and uMthunywa in Ndebele.
- What is Zimbabwe's main broadcaster?
- ZBC (the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation) is the state broadcaster.
Zimbabwe has one of Africa's most resilient and battle-hardened newspaper industries, forged through extraordinary political and economic challenges over decades. Despite immense pressures, Zimbabwean journalism continues to punch above its weight — with independent newspapers, brave digital outlets, and a large diaspora press serving a population of over 15 million and millions more Zimbabweans living abroad in South Africa, the UK, and beyond.
Among the most widely read Zimbabwean newspapers online is The Herald, Zimbabwe's leading state-aligned daily. NewsDay and Daily News are the leading independent papers, while Zimbabwe Independent is essential for business and political analysis. For digital news, NewZimbabwe and iHarare are the most visited portals. The state broadcaster ZBC provides national TV and radio coverage. Sports fans follow ZIFA for the Warriors national football team. The Zimbabwe Stock Exchange is the official source for financial market data.
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