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Residents reject new tollgate plan

Residents of Shurugwi District, including traditional leaders, have strongly opposed Government plans to establish a new tollgate along the recently rehabilitat

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Alarm over rising teen pregnancies in Zimbabwe

Calls are growing for Zimbabwe to urgently expand sexual and reproductive health services for children and adolescents amid rising cases of teenage pregnancies,

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School tuckshop row sparks Harare council dispute

Kwayedza High School in Highfield, Harare, has become the centre of controversy after permanent concrete tuckshops were built along its perimeter wall, raising

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Mnangagwa warns saboteurs

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has issued a strong warning against corruption, vandalism and sabotage targeting national infrastructure projects as he commissione

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Body of murdered young man found tied to pole in Waterfalls

A badly injured body of a young man was discovered in Grobbie Park, Waterfalls, this morning in what police suspect to be a murder case.The victim's bruised body was reportedly found tied to an elect…

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Defenders of Zimbabwe's imperial presidency are mistaken about democracy

FORTY years of election violence, institutional decay, and political polarisation did not emerge by accident in Zimbabwe. They are the product of a constitutional structure deliberately designed to c…

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Zimbabwe hits 400 000 number plate milestone

Zimbabwe has produced more than 400 000 vehicle number plates since local manufacturing began four years ago, in what authorities describe as a major achievement in the country's import-substitution …

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Fake police extortion gang jailed

A special constabulary officer attached to Zimbabwe Republic Police has been sentenced to five years in prison after he conspired with his wife, a taxi driver and the driver's girlfriend to extort mo…

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Younger age groups getting 'lifestyle diseases'

ONE of the biggest changes happening in healthcare today is the growing number of young people developing what were once considered diseases of old age.Conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, …

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Sextortion haunts women vendors

Gender experts have called for Zimbabwe to explicitly criminalise sextortion amid growing concern over the sexual exploitation of women working in the informal sector.The calls were made during the I…

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O'Mari clerk convicted over betting spree

A Masvingo accounts clerk has been convicted after allegedly using company funds for Aviator betting and later filing a false robbery report to cover up the offence.Blessed Chamisa of Rujeko B, Masvi…

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Pilgrims feared dead after kombi plunges into river near Hwange

At least 10 people are feared dead after a commuter omnibus carrying Roman Catholic pilgrims plunged into the Deka River near Hwange on Saturday morning.The kombi, which was reportedly carrying 15 pa…

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Zimra to auction seized vehicles at Beitbridge

Zimbabwe Revenue Authority has announced a major customs rummage sale at Beitbridge Border Post, where more than 20 vehicles and a wide range of confiscated goods will be auctioned next week.The auct…

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Zimpapers stands firm on Chivayo gifts row

Wicknell Chivayo's lavish gifts to employees at Zimpapers' Capitalk FM have triggered a major corporate governance dispute, with the media group reaffirming that staff who accept expensive gifts risk…

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Zimbabwean woman convicted over children's poisoning deaths

A 43-year-old Zimbabwean woman has been convicted by the National Prosecuting Authority in the Johannesburg Magistrates' Court for the murder of her two young children after poisoning them at a publi…

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Zim to increase LEN roll out as demand sours

Zimbabwe is recording a strong uptake of Lenacapavir (LEN), the long-acting injectable HIV prevention drug, among high-risk populations due to its convenience,

Published: 10 hrs ago | 306 Views

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Bulawayo cracks down on illegal dumping

Residents and traders in Bulawayo have been warned against illegal dumping, with city authorities saying the practice is damaging drainage systems and worsening

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Man jailed for setting vendor on fire over sadza dispute

A Mazowe man has been sentenced to an effective four years in prison after dousing a female food vendor with petrol and setting her alight following a dispute o

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CAPS, Scotland to reopen National Sports Stadium

Champions Scotland FC and football giants CAPS United are set to become the first teams to play at the refurbished National Sports Stadium in a Castle Lager Pre

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South Africa tariffs threaten Zimbabwe's steel boom

Zimbabwe's fast-growing steel industry is facing fresh pressure after South Africa introduced sweeping new import duties on steel and downstream metal products,

Published: 10 hrs ago | 368 Views

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Zimbabwe bans foreigners from small-scale gold mining

Zimbabwe has banned foreign companies and individuals from participating in small-scale gold mining in a move aimed at protecting local jobs and strengthening t

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Themba Gorimbo retires

Zimbabwean mixed martial artist Themba Gorimbo has announced his retirement from professional MMA following his third consecutive loss in the UFC octagon.The 35

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Chivayo withdraws charges against ex-mother in law

Controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo has withdrawn criminal charges against his estranged wife, Sonja Louise Madzikanda, saying he forgave her because she

Published: 11 hrs ago | 238 Views

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Surge in divorce cases sparks concern

The High Court of Zimbabwe has reported that more than 500 divorce cases were processed in the first 75 days of 2026 alone, a development that has raised concer

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NAAZ weighs US-based and local athletes in relay qualification push

The National Athletics Association of Zimbabwe (National Athletics Association of Zimbabwe) says it faces major logistical and financial challenges in assembling Zimbabwean athletes based in the Unit…

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SA groups demand ban on xenophobic vigilantes

A coalition of South African civil society organisations has called for an immediate ban on anti-immigrant groups, alleging they are fueling xenophobic violence, hate speech and vigilantism across pa…

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Brig General (Rtd) Tshuma declared national hero

The late Brigadier General (Retired) Donald Silundi Tshuma has been declared a national hero in recognition of his service to Zimbabwe during the liberation struggle and his long military career afte…

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Manager sells bank vehicle

A First Capital Bank manager has appeared before the Harare Magistrates' Court facing allegations of unlawfully selling a company vehicle valued at US$45 000 wi

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Cashier steals US$48k

A security company cashier has appeared in court in Harare facing allegations of stealing US$48 000 after reportedly tampering with sealed cash bricks destined

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Residents revolt against ward 23 councillor

Residents and registered voters in Ward 23 under Insiza Rural District Council have submitted a petition calling for a vote of no confidence against their councillor, Nomsa Moyo, citing allegations o…

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Gweru backtracks on threat to sell houses

Gweru City Council has backtracked on its initial position to sell 204 council-owned houses on the open market, saying sitting tenants will now be given first p

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Cowdray Park residents push for stronger neighbourhood watch

Residents of Cowdray Park in Bulawayo are calling for stronger and better-organised neighbourhood watch committees amid growing concern over theft and other criminal activities in the suburb.Communit…

Published: 11 hrs ago | 121 Views

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Police crackdown on knife crime as violent attacks surge

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has intensified a nationwide operation targeting individuals carrying knives, machetes and other dangerous weapons in public

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Western diets linked to weak immunity in HIV patients

Researchers in Zimbabwe and the United States have found new evidence suggesting that Western-style diets may worsen immune dysfunction in people living with HIV, highlighting nutrition as a key fact…

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ZNCC warn against compulsory hiring of National Youth Service graduates

The Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce (ZNCC) has rejected proposals to compel companies to employ graduates of the National Youth Service programme, warning that mandatory recruitment could under…

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CZI warns of rising black market dollar demand

Zimbabwe's manufacturing sector has increasingly turned to the parallel market to source United States dollars amid tightening foreign currency conditions, according to the latest report by the Confe…

Published: 11 hrs ago | 192 Views

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War vets gun for Mnangagwa

Across the stories you shared, Zimbabwe appears to be moving through a period where politics, the economy, governance, and public safety are all under simultane

Published: 11 hrs ago | 556 Views

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Harare's smart water meter rollout hit by vandalism

The Harare City Council's drive to modernise water billing through smart prepaid meters is facing a setback after reports of widespread theft and vandalism targ

Published: 11 hrs ago | 128 Views

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Zanu-PF tightens grip on Constitutional Amendment vote

Zanu-PF has intensified internal pressure on its lawmakers ahead of the parliamentary vote on Constitutional Amendment (No. 3) Bill (CAB 3), warning MPs that de

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Zimbabwe police roll out body cameras and name tags

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) says it is making significant progress in introducing body-worn cameras and name tags for officers as part of broader reforms

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Sakubva Stadium bucket seats arrive

The long-awaited refurbishment of Sakubva Stadium in Mutare is gathering momentum, with the installation of new bucket seats marking a major milestone in the on

Published: 11 hrs ago | 151 Views

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Fresh land dispute reignites Zimbabwe's property rights debate

A new land dispute in Mashonaland West has emerged after Tendai Musonza, the provincial spokesperson for the Sengezo Tshabangu-led Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), filed court papers seeking the …

Published: 11 hrs ago | 135 Views

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Man slits friend's throat and sucked his blood

Police in Harare have arrested a 28-year-old man, Shepherd Severa of Warren Park D, in connection with the killing of his friend on May 19.According to police, the case came to light after officers d…

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NSSA expands pension cover to vendors, traders

The National Social Security Authority (NSSA) is finalising reforms aimed at expanding pension and social security coverage to more than three million workers i

Published: 11 hrs ago | 117 Views

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Zimbabwe's major dams enough to last until next rainy season

Zimbabwe's major dam water levels are averaging 93.1%, significantly higher than the 88% recorded during the same period last year, with government assuring the

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:40hrs | 587 Views

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Zimbabwe-born refugee becomes Mayor of Medway

A Zimbabwe-born refugee who grew up in poverty relying on charity shops and donated clothes has been elected mayor of Medway, describing the mayoral chain as the "ultimate hand-me-down".Douglas Haman…

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:39hrs | 1331 Views

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IPEC launches regulatory sandbox for insurance sector

Zimbabwe's insurance and pensions sector has taken a major step toward digital transformation following the launch of the Insurance and Pensions Commission (IPE

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:39hrs | 404 Views

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Government raises ZWG5.6bn through TBs

The Government has raised ZWG5.6 billion through the issuance of Treasury Bills (TBs) and bonds via private placements as authorities continue relying on domest

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:38hrs | 337 Views

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ZIFA makes late changes to Warriors squad

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has made several changes to the Zimbabwe national football team squad ahead of the upcoming Unity Cup tournament in the

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:37hrs | 617 Views

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Government launches 2026 cattle branding season

The government has officially launched the 2026 national cattle branding season, with authorities saying the exercise is critical for strengthening disease cont

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:36hrs | 413 Views

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MPs clash over Zimbabwe's worsening urban transport crisis

A heated exchange erupted in the National Assembly after legislators challenged the government over worsening public transport problems in Zimbabwe's major cities, with officials denying the country …

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:35hrs | 889 Views

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Missing man found dead in sewer stream

The body of a 40-year-old mentally ill man from Bulawayo was discovered soaked in muddy sewer water along the banks of a sewage stream in Pumula East.Police identified the deceased as Zithelo Ndlovu,…

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:34hrs | 0 Views

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Baboon rescued from snare in Victoria Falls

A routine call on the outskirts of Victoria Falls turned into a rare wildlife rescue after conservation teams responded to a baboon carrying a wire snare around

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:34hrs | 0 Views

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Bulawayo gold barons under siege

The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (Zacc) has launched investigations into suspected illegal gold mining syndicates operating on Bulawayo City Council farms in Inyankuni, in a probe that could e…

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:33hrs | 471 Views

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ZENT workers accuse MD of abuse of office

Workers at ZESA Enterprises (ZENT) have accused managing director Engineer Godfrey Mugaviri of poor management, intimidation, abuse of office and disregard of the organisation's structure, according …

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:32hrs | 0 Views

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Timba hits back at Chamisa

Opposition veteran Jameson Timba has issued a strongly worded statement emphasising collective action in democratic work, amid rising tensions within Zimbabwe's

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:32hrs | 0 Views

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Mnangagwa warns Zanu-PF youth

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has issued a stern warning to the Zanu-PF youth league, urging strict adherence to party structures and calling for the exposure of

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:31hrs | 0 Views

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Parts of CAB3 do not require referendum

The Law Society of Zimbabwe has said that while most provisions of Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB 3) can be passed through Parliament without a referendum, certain clauses must undergo a pu…

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:30hrs | 0 Views

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South African anger against immigrants is misdirected: confront Ramaphosa over why he shields the Mnangagwa regime

The absence of logic breeds ignorance. The streets of South Africa have increasingly become arenas of volatile frustration, where the burning of shops and the intimidation of foreign nationals are ju…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 23:04hrs | 811 Views

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SAPS ordered to compensate shot security guard

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has been ordered to compensate a former security guard after the High Court of South Africa ruled that police unlawfully shot him during an operation in 2017.I…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 22:58hrs | 0 Views

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Bosso dragged to court over Botswana camp debt

Zimbabwe football giants Highlanders F.C. have been taken to court by a Botswana company over an unpaid balance linked to the club's pre-season training camp in Gaborone.Gilport Enterprises, which or…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 21:09hrs | 0 Views

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PPC eyes new Zimbabwe cement plant

PPC Ltd, Zimbabwe's biggest cement producer, has signed an agreement with Sinoma Overseas that could pave the way for the construction of a new cement plant in Zimbabwe as demand for building materia…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 21:08hrs | 0 Views

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Man hires thugs to kidnap ex-wife, court told

A Harare man has appeared in court accused of hiring thugs to intimidate and abduct his former wife in a dispute that allegedly escalated into a criminal conspiracy involving staged photographs and v…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 21:06hrs | 0 Views

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Mnangagwa confers liberation hero status on Nguluvhe

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has conferred liberation hero status on the late Andres Mutoyiwana Nguluvhe, the elder brother of Albert Nguluvhe, the Minister of State for Matebeleland South Provincial…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:36hrs | 0 Views

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Mnangagwa to lead Culture festivities in Bulawayo

Bulawayo is set to take centre stage tomorrow as it hosts Zimbabwe's national Culture Month celebrations at Barbourfields Stadium, with President Emmerson Mnangagwa expected to preside over the event…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:35hrs | 0 Views

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Woman faces charges over labour scam

A 20-year-old woman has appeared in court facing human trafficking and labour-related charges after allegedly recruiting Zimbabweans for fake truck driving jobs in Russia that reportedly led to labou…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:35hrs | 721 Views

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Fear grips Dangamvura over machete attacker

Residents of Dangamvura are living in fear following a series of attacks by a hooded machete-wielding assailant targeting people walking at night, particularly women travelling alone.The mysterious a…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:34hrs | 0 Views

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CCC slams school renaming push

Citizens Coalition for Change treasurer Mbuso Siso has criticised government plans to rename schools under the heritage-based education programme, arguing that authorities should instead prioritise i…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:32hrs | 0 Views

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Secret ballot push as MPs face pressure over Mnangagwa term extension

Douglas Mwonzora, president of the opposition Movement for Democratic Change, has urged the Speaker of the National Assembly, Jacob Mudenda, to ensure that voting on the highly contested Constitution…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:30hrs | 584 Views

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Ex-police inspector loses High Court bid for reinstatement

An ex-police inspector who had taken legal action against the President, Home Affairs Minister and the Commissioner-General of Police has had his case dismissed by the High Court after challenging hi…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:29hrs | 368 Views

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Zimbabwe edges closer to joining BRICS bank

New Development Bank has officially commenced formal negotiations for Zimbabwe's membership, marking a significant step toward the country's potential access to new international development financin…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:28hrs | 0 Views

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Masuka under fire over land row

Anxious Masuka has reportedly expressed surprise at the high productivity levels at Springs Farm in Goromonzi, Mashonaland East, during a recent wheat production seminar and ministerial tour held on …

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:27hrs | 620 Views

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SADC Ministers to meet in Zimbabwe over food security, blue economy

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) will convene a joint meeting of Ministers responsible for agriculture, food security, fisheries and aquaculture on May 29, 2026, in Victoria Falls, a…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:25hrs | 0 Views

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Sonja Madzikanda is ok

Sonja Madzikanda, the estranged wife of controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo, appeared at the Harare Magistrates Court on Wednesday alongside her mother, Thabitha Madzikanda, following their ar…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:24hrs | 362 Views

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Deputy Minister dragged into high-profile divorce battle

Davis Marapira, the Deputy Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Water Resources Development, has been drawn into a high-profile divorce dispute after his wife, Sibusisiwe Melody Marapira, approache…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:23hrs | 510 Views

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ConCourt reserves judgment in CAB3 challenge

The Constitutional Court (Constitutional Court of Zimbabwe) has reserved judgment in two closely related cases challenging proposed constitutional amendments that could extend presidential and parlia…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 16:14hrs | 1629 Views

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Chivayo's ex-wife Sonja, mother remanded in custody

Sonja Louise Madzikanda, the estranged wife of controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo, and her mother, Thabitha Madzikanda, appeared before the Harare Magistrates Court on Wednesday facing charge…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:41hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe govt rewards athletics team

Zimbabwe's victorious athletics team returned home to a heroes' welcome yesterday after an outstanding campaign at the African Senior Athletics Championships in Accra, Ghana, where they brought home …

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:40hrs | 529 Views

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Zimbabwe maintains 5% growth projection

Zimbabwe's Minister of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion, Mthuli Ncube, says the country remains on course to achieve around 5% economic growth by the end of 2026 despite increas…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:39hrs | 0 Views

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Funding constraints stall Victoria Falls Highway rehab

The Zimbabwean government has admitted that financial constraints are slowing the rehabilitation of the strategic Bulawayo–Victoria Falls Highway, amid growing concern over deteriorating road conditi…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:38hrs | 0 Views

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Moyo is ill-suited to accuse others of undermining Mnangagwa

We have observed the unfolding events with a keen eye and have refrained from commenting harboring the hope that Moyo would recognize the folly of his actions. His blatant disregard for decorum, part…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:21hrs | 0 Views

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Bhasera loses US$12,000 in Mutare home theft

South Africa-based former Warriors star Onismor Bhasera has reportedly lost US$12,000 in cash after his Greenside home in Mutare was broken into over the weekend, with two suspects now in police cust…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:20hrs | 741 Views

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'Zimbabwe economy stable despite external shocks'

The Zimbabwean economy has remained broadly resilient in the first quarter of 2026 despite rising global uncertainty driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which have contributed to high…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:17hrs | 0 Views

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ZIMSTAT revises February 2026 trade figures

The Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZIMSTAT) has revised the country's February 2026 External Trade Statistics after incorporating updated export data, resulting in a shift from a previously rep…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:16hrs | 0 Views

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Survey reveals teachers turning to farming and mining

Teachers across Zimbabwe are increasingly resorting to risky and informal income-generating activities, including farming, poultry projects and artisanal mining, as salaries fail to keep pace with th…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:15hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe pushes for direct Dubai - Victoria Falls link

A Zimbabwean delegation is in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) holding negotiations aimed at establishing a direct air route between Dubai and Victoria Falls, in a move designed to boost tourism inflow…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 22:32hrs | 0 Views

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Cop who declared himself police boss acquitted

A Zimbabwe Republic Police officer who shocked the country last year after declaring himself the new Commissioner-General of Police and issuing unlawful directives on social media has been found not …

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:15hrs | 2442 Views

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ConCourt blocks live broadcast of CAB 3 challenge hearing

Constitutional Court of Zimbabwe has rejected an application by a private media outlet seeking permission to live-stream proceedings in a high-profile legal challenge against proposed constitutional …

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:14hrs | 0 Views

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Pumula South spear killer appears in court

Two men from Bulawayo have separately appeared before the courts facing serious violent crime charges, including murder and attempted murder, following incidents linked to alleged misunderstandings.I…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:13hrs | 545 Views

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Bulawayo City Council wage bill exceeds govt limits

Bulawayo City Council is facing mounting financial pressure after salaries consumed more than half of its 2026 budget, placing the local authority in breach of Government-prescribed expenditure ratio…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:12hrs | 0 Views

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High Court stops eviction of 65 families in Umguza

The Bulawayo High Court has temporarily halted the eviction and demolition of homes belonging to more than 65 families in Makwati Village, Umguza District, offering relief to villagers who faced the …

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:10hrs | 0 Views

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Brig-General (Rtd) Tshuma dies

The Zimbabwe National Army has announced the death of Brigadier-General (Retired) Donald Silundi Tshuma, a senior former military officer and liberation war veteran whose Chimurenga name was Henry Si…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:09hrs | 576 Views

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UK divorce order upheld in Makoni property fight

The Constitutional Court of Zimbabwe has dismissed an application by banker Julius Tawona Makoni seeking to block the enforcement of an English divorce judgment that awarded his former wife substanti…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:09hrs | 449 Views

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Mubaiwa's bid to stop Chiwenga attempted murder trial flops

The High Court of Zimbabwe has dismissed an application by former model and businesswoman Marry Mubaiwa seeking a permanent stay of criminal proceedings in her

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:08hrs | 503 Views

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Chiwenga arrives in Russia

Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has arrived in Russia to attend a major digital economy conference, as Zimbabwe intensifies efforts to accelerate its national digitisation and broader economic tr…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:07hrs | 530 Views

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Companies abandon Harare CBD

A growing number of major corporates are relocating from Harare's central business district (CBD), signalling what property analysts describe as a "clear structural shift" in Zimbabwe's commercial re…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:02hrs | 895 Views

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Robber jailed five years

A Bindura man, James Chigume, from Wayerera Village, has been jailed for five years for robbery following his conviction before Bindura magistrate Felix Chauromwe.The 21‑year‑old will serve four year…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:53hrs | 0 Views

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Zanu PF councillor mourns supporter

Mazowe Ward 30 Councillor Dickson Muchero (Zanu PF) has mourned the death of staunch party supporter Future Kamedzera, who passed away in the ward after a short illness.Muchero described Kamedzera as…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:50hrs | 0 Views

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In Zimbabwe, relatives could now be called to donate blood for patients

The Zimbabwe Government says it is working on reforms that would allow relatives and family members to donate blood directly for their loved ones in hospitals as part of efforts to reduce the high co…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:17hrs | 440 Views

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Zimbabwe expands AI traffic surveillance

Drivers navigating the busy intersections of Harare and Bulawayo are increasingly encountering sophisticated multi-lens surveillance cameras mounted above refurbished traffic lights as Zimbabwe accel…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:16hrs | 575 Views

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Body of murdered young man found tied to pole in Waterfalls

Defenders of Zimbabwe's imperial presidency are mistaken about democracy

Zimbabwe hits 400 000 number plate milestone

Fake police extortion gang jailed

Younger age groups getting 'lifestyle diseases'

Sextortion haunts women vendors

O'Mari clerk convicted over betting spree

Pilgrims feared dead after kombi plunges into river near Hwange

Zimra to auction seized vehicles at Beitbridge

Zimpapers stands firm on Chivayo gifts row

Zimbabwean woman convicted over children's poisoning deaths

Residents reject new tollgate plan

Alarm over rising teen pregnancies in Zimbabwe

School tuckshop row sparks Harare council dispute

Mnangagwa warns saboteurs

Zim to increase LEN roll out as demand sours

Bulawayo cracks down on illegal dumping

Man jailed for setting vendor on fire over sadza dispute

CAPS, Scotland to reopen National Sports Stadium

South Africa tariffs threaten Zimbabwe's steel boom

Zimbabwe bans foreigners from small-scale gold mining

Themba Gorimbo retires

Chivayo withdraws charges against ex-mother in law

Surge in divorce cases sparks concern

NAAZ weighs US-based and local athletes in relay qualification push

SA groups demand ban on xenophobic vigilantes

Brig General (Rtd) Tshuma declared national hero

Manager sells bank vehicle

Cash­ier steals US$48k

Residents revolt against ward 23 councillor

Gweru backtracks on threat to sell houses

Cowdray Park residents push for stronger neighbourhood watch

Police crackdown on knife crime as violent attacks surge

Western diets linked to weak immunity in HIV patients

ZNCC warn against compulsory hiring of National Youth Service graduates

CZI warns of rising black market dollar demand

War vets gun for Mnangagwa

Harare's smart water meter rollout hit by vandalism

Zanu-PF tightens grip on Constitutional Amendment vote

Zimbabwe police roll out body cameras and name tags

Sakubva Stadium bucket seats arrive

Fresh land dispute reignites Zimbabwe's property rights debate

Man slits friend's throat and sucked his blood

NSSA expands pension cover to vendors, traders

Zimbabwe's major dams enough to last until next rainy season

Zimbabwe-born refugee becomes Mayor of Medway

IPEC launches regulatory sandbox for insurance sector

Government raises ZWG5.6bn through TBs

ZIFA makes late changes to Warriors squad

Cashier steals US$48k