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ZIMTA raises teacher welfare concerns as schools reopen

THE Zimbabwe Teachers' Association (ZIMTA) has welcomed the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education's circular on the opening of schools for the third term on September 8, but warned that persistent challenges affecting teachers remain…

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 06:59hrs | 292 | by Tendai Biti

Zimbabwe teachers to work 3 days a week over pay crisis

THE Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) has notified the Government that its members will report for duty for only three days a week during the third term, which began on Tuesday, September 8.In a letter dated September 7 …

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 06:59hrs | 565 | by Tendai Biti

Zimbabwean adventurer reaches SA after 24,000km drive from UK

UK-based Zimbabwean adventurer Nkosilathi Mathe has reached South Africa after driving 24 000km from England, leaving him with the final stretch of his epic journey home to Bulawayo.The 49-year-old social worker and truck driver set off fr…

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 07:50hrs | 979 | by Staff reporter

Mutendi in US$83 000 fake stands scam

POLICE have launched a manhunt for a 40-year-old Bulawayo man accused of defrauding six home seekers of more than US$83 000 and R143 000 in a residential stands scam.Elias Mutendi of Sizinda suburb allegedly posed as an agent selling resid…

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 07:45hrs | 1116 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Cricket appoints New Zealander as Lady Chevrons coach

ZIMBABWE Cricket has appointed New Zealand coach Mark Coles as the new head coach of the Zimbabwe Senior Women's National Cricket Team.Coles' appointment comes ahead of Zimbabwe's five-match T20 International series against South Africa an…

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 07:04hrs | 221 | by Tendai Biti

ZIFA confirms Warriors home venue for AFCON 2027 qualifiers

THE Warriors will return to the National Sports Stadium for their 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying campaign after the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) officially confirmed the Harare venue as their home ground.ZIFA made the announ…

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 07:03hrs | 566 | by Tendai Biti

Amputated human leg found at dump site

POLICE are investigating the discovery of an amputated human leg at a dumping site in Chitungwiza after the partially burnt body part was found wrapped in bandages.The discovery was made yesterday by a woman who was scavenging for recyclab…

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 07:02hrs | 997 | by Tendai Biti

Borrowdale squatter camps outgrow HCC's capacity

WARD 18 Councillor Rufaro Matsika says the proliferation of squatter camps in Borrowdale has outgrown the capacity of the local authority, requiring a coordinated national response to address the growing number of families living in inform…

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 07:02hrs | 818 | by Tendai Biti

Cold spell linked to winter-summer transition

A SUDDEN cold spell sweeping parts of Zimbabwe is a result of the country's transition from winter to summer, the Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has said.Temperatures began dropping sharply last Friday following strong winds and …

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 07:01hrs | 558 | by Tendai Biti

Harare deploys 300 municipal police in vending crackdown

AT LEAST 300 municipal police officers will be deployed across Harare today as the city intensifies its crackdown on illegal vending and urban disorder under the Chenesa Harare campaign.The operation will begin at the intersection of E.D. …

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 07:00hrs | 557 | by Tendai Biti

CBZ branch robbed in armed ATM blast

A CBZ Bank branch in Murewa, Mashonaland East Province, was robbed early Tuesday morning, with armed robbers allegedly escaping with US$30 000 and ZiG15 000 after blasting open the bank's ATM.The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) had not rele…

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 06:57hrs | 741 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe eases duty-free return of property for citizens fleeing SA protests

THE Government, through the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra), is facilitating the duty-free return of household goods and tools of trade belonging to Zimbabweans affected by anti-migrant protests in South Africa.The initiative forms part…

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 06:56hrs | 246 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe, Kyrgyzstan deepen ties ahead of UN Security Council tenure

ZIMBABWE and the Kyrgyz Republic have agreed to strengthen cooperation as fellow incoming non-permanent members of the United Nations Security Council, using their inaugural political consultations in Bishkek to lay the foundation for clos…

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 06:55hrs | 124 | by Staff reporter

Shangani residents get brick boost as Nkomo fulfils pledge

Five Shangani residents who received residential stands between 2018 and 2023 have received a major boost towards constructing their homes after former Ward 23 councillor Sikhanyisiwe Nkomo donated 10 000 bricks to the beneficiaries.The br…

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 04:46hrs | 426 | by Stephen Jakes

MRP challenges BAZ board over regional representation

The Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP) has challenged the composition of the newly appointed Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe (BAZ) board, accusing Government of excluding Matabeleland and other non‑Shona linguistic communities from the nati…

Published: 09 Sep 2026 at 04:41hrs | 237 | by Stephen Jakes

Raradza declared national hero

PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has conferred National Hero status on the late Edward Raradza, who died on September 4, 2026.The announcement was contained in a letter dated September 8 from ZANU PF Secretary-General Advocate Jacob Mudenda to…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 20:54hrs | 736 | by Staff reporter

PVED petitions Government over shortage of designated vending spaces

The Patriotic Vendors for Economic Development (PVED) has petitioned Local Government and Public Works Minister Daniel Garwe over the shortage of designated vending spaces across the country.In a petition dated 7 September, PVED National C…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 17:39hrs | 237 | by Stephen Jakes

Parliamentarians assess Beitbridge repatriation response

Parliament has launched an assessment of Government’s response to the mass return of Zimbabweans from South Africa following recent anti‑migrant disturbances in the neighbouring country.Parliamentary Portfolio Committee Chairperson Exevia …

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 17:36hrs | | by Stephen Jakes

CSCJF Zimbabwe mourns Tanzania’s First Gentleman Hafidh Ameir Hassan

The Civic Society and Churches Joint Forum (CSCJF Zimbabwe and Beyond) has expressed deep sorrow following the death of Tanzania’s First Gentleman, Hafidh Ameir Hassan.Mr Hassan, the husband of Tanzanian President Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan, d…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 17:34hrs | 303 | by Stephen Jakes

Africa unites as tourism CEOs push collaboration over competition

MASVINGO – Zimbabwe is leading a continental call for African tourism to shift from rivalry to regional integration, with tourism Chief Executive Officers agreeing that seamless travel and multi‑destination packaging are essential to unloc…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 17:29hrs | | by Gideon Madzikatidze

Nature and wildlife tourism cluster offers Gonarezhou hope, as baobabs remain under siege

GONAREZHOU NATIONAL PARK – The iconic silhouette of the baobab tree (Adansonia digitata) is becoming increasingly rare across Gonarezhou National Park, as Zimbabwe’s booming elephant population continues to push, strip and fell the ancient…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 17:18hrs | 342 | by Gideon Madzikatidze

ZBC cameraman's TTI parking dispute bill rises to US$525

A PARKING dispute involving a Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) cameraman has taken a new turn after Tendy Three Investments (TTI) issued an official municipal traffic law enforcement notice showing that charges for his impounded veh…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 15:43hrs | 659 | by Staff reporter

Chivayo gifts Macheso band members 25 Toyota Aquas

BUSINESSMAN and socialite Wicknell Chivayo has announced a major financial gesture to members of sungura musician Aleck Macheso's Orchestra Mberikwazvo, pledging to give all 25 band members Toyota Aqua vehicles.Chivayo, who is frequently s…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 15:35hrs | 861 | by Staff reporter

UK fugitive Ndodana Tshuma pleads guilty in SA

UK fugitive Ndodana Tshuma has pleaded guilty to charges of possessing an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, as well as contravening South Africa's Immigration Act.Tshuma appeared in the Johannesburg Magistrates' Court today, where a plea …

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 15:06hrs | 432 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's Ngwenya named Betway Premiership Player of the Month

ZIMBABWE international Thandolwenkosi Ngwenya has been named the Betway Premiership Player of the Month for August after making a blistering start to the new season in South Africa.The 23-year-old AmaZulu striker scored five goals in four …

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 15:06hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's gold boom signals new era of domestic capital formation

ZIMBABWE'S gold sector is increasingly demonstrating its potential to convert the country's mineral wealth into broader economic development, with Government and financial institutions supporting both small-scale miners and large producers…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 15:49hrs | 475 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe moves to driver penalty points system

ZIMBABWE is moving closer to introducing a driver penalty points system that could see motorists who repeatedly commit traffic offences having their licences suspended or cancelled.The system will be integrated into the country's new smart…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 14:46hrs | 345 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe govt moves to regulate e-hailing industry

THE Zimbabwe government has approved a five-month moratorium on the introduction of new regulations governing e-hailing services such as Bolt and InDrive, as it moves to address challenges affecting the sector.Government acknowledged the g…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 14:21hrs | 399 | by Staff reporter

Ngodzo fined US$200 for dagga smoking

Former Highlanders, FC Platinum and CAPS United midfielder Joel Ngodzo was among 11 people arrested in Bulawayo's Makokoba suburb during a police operation targeting drug abuse.The 36-year-old former Soccer Star of the Year pleaded guilty …

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 12:46hrs | 577 | by Staff reporter

ZESA blackouts behind nearly 60% of Econet network problems

Econet Wireless Zimbabwe is rolling out solar power and long-duration battery storage across its network after an Artificial Intelligence (AI) analysis found that power disruptions account for nearly 60 percent of network faults.The teleco…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 12:46hrs | 247 | by Staff reporter

UBH gets US$1.5m diagnostic laboratory

United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH) is set for a major boost to its diagnostic capacity following the establishment of a US$1.5 million specialised medical laboratory expected to expand access to advanced testing in Zimbabwe.The state-of-the-a…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 12:45hrs | | by Staff reporter

Teacher fired over student pregnancy

A mathematics teacher at Jiti High School in Shamva has been dismissed following allegations that he impregnated a Form Three learner, with school authorities saying he had previously faced concerns over inappropriate relationships with st…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 12:44hrs | 901 | by Staff reporter

Mono defends Intotal band's copyright infringement

Veteran Zimbabwean music producer Clive "Mono" Mukundu and gospel musician Fungisai Zvakavapano-Mashavave have escalated their public dispute, with the two artists trading accusations over their professional history and contributions to se…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 12:44hrs | 338 | by Staff reporter

15 years for raping granny

A 33-year-old Mubaira man has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for raping a 78-year-old woman at her homestead in Showani village, Mhondoro.Prosper Nyere Makunde was convicted after pleading guilty when he appeared before Chivhu Region…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 12:42hrs | 275 | by Staff reporter

Musona out for 2 weeks

Former Zimbabwe captain Knowledge Musona is facing a race against time to regain fitness ahead of the Warriors' opening 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers after his club confirmed that he is nursing a hamstring injury.The 36-year-old Sc…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 12:41hrs | 320 | by Staff reporter

Midlands Zanu-PF pushes for 7-year leadership cycle

ZANU-PF's Midlands Province has resolved to push for the alignment of the party's constitution with the national Constitution to provide for a seven-year leadership cycle, a move the provincial leadership says would pave the way for Presid…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 12:39hrs | 224 | by Staff reporter

Kereke accuses Supreme Court judge of misconduct

CONVICTED rapist Munyaradzi Kereke has lodged a complaint against Supreme Court judge of appeal George Mutandwa Chiweshe, accusing him of misconduct, including allegedly having relationships with two of his wives while he was serving a 10-…

Published: 08 Sep 2026 at 12:39hrs | 367 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa pledges US$2 million for Makandiwa's new church

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has pledged US$2 million towards the construction of a new church for the United Family International Church (UFIC) in Harare.The pledge was announced by UFIC founder Emmanuel Makandiwa during a live Sunday ser…

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 17:26hrs | 1040 | by Staff reporter

Chivayo offers Junior Spragga US$150,000 house

Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has offered to buy a house worth US$150,000 for Zim dancehall chanter Junior Spragga, real name Nyasha Dedza.Chivayo announced the gesture in a social media post on Monday, saying he wanted to celebrate and sup…

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 17:25hrs | 872 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe police deploy drones to fight crime

Police in Manicaland have deployed drones in Mutare as part of a technology-driven policing strategy aimed at strengthening surveillance and tackling criminal activities across the city.The deployment was announced yesterday during a back-…

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 17:25hrs | 953 | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga set for China

Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga is expected in China tomorrow for a working visit aimed at attracting investment into value addition as Zimbabwe intensifies efforts to build a sustainable upper-middle-income economy.The visit comes as …

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 17:23hrs | 831 | by Staff reporter

Chivayo pledges fresh US$250,000 to Highlanders

Businessman Wicknell Chivayo says he will release a further US$250,000 to Highlanders this week, despite raising concerns over the management and accountability of funds he has provided to the Bulawayo giants.Chivayo, who is Highlanders' m…

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 17:03hrs | 520 | by Staff reporter

Exporter loses US$13,650 in Dubai deal

A Zimbabwean businessman who exports fruits and vegetables has reportedly lost US$13,650 after an alleged buyer reversed a payment while a shipment of blueberries was already on its way to Dubai.Tatenda Mukazi, who operates a fruit and veg…

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 17:02hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa secures UAE deals for Kariba, Mt Hampden

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has returned from a working visit to the United Arab Emirates after securing investment commitments in real estate and maritime transport, with the deals expected to support the development of the planned Mt Ha…

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 17:01hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zanu PF mourns Edward Raradza

Zanu PF has mourned Central Committee member Edward Raradza, describing the veteran politician and businessman as a committed supporter of Zimbabwe's post-independence economic transformation.Raradza died in Harare on Friday at the age of …

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 17:00hrs | 553 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe opens Cabora Bassa to oil, gas investors

Government has opened the Cabora Bassa Basin to international investors for oil and gas exploration while declaring coal a "special critical mineral" as it intensifies efforts to unlock domestic energy resources, reduce fuel imports and dr…

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 16:59hrs | | by Staff reporter

Teacher jailed 20 years for sexually abusing Form Two pupil

A Jengamvura Secondary School teacher in Chiweshe has been jailed for 20 years after sexually abusing a Form Two pupil he lured to his house.Itai Baradza was sentenced by Bindura magistrate Sheilla Nazombe after being convicted of sexually…

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 14:49hrs | 1234 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Nguluvhe calls for unity, preservation of Zimbabwe's cultural heritage

Matabeleland South Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution Albert Nguluvhe has called for greater unity among Zimbabweans, the preservation of the country's diverse cultural heritage and the use of local resources to drive …

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 08:30hrs | 382 | by Staff reporter

InTotal Band in serious copyright infringement storm

A growing debate over the commercial use of music by Zimbabwean artistes has erupted, with musicians questioning whether tribute performances can cross the line into exploitation of their creative works, identities and artistic brands.The …

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 07:15hrs | | by Staff reporter

Econet AI to launch Ndebele-speaking customer chatbot

Econet AI, the artificial intelligence subsidiary of Econet Wireless Zimbabwe, is set to launch a Ndebele-speaking customer-support chatbot later this month as the telecommunications giant expands its use of AI to improve access to custome…

Published: 07 Sep 2026 at 06:54hrs | 313 | by Staff reporter

News / National

Zimbabwean adventurer reaches SA after 24,000km drive from UK

Mutendi in US$83 000 fake stands scam

Zimbabwe Cricket appoints New Zealander as Lady Chevrons coach

ZIFA confirms Warriors home venue for AFCON 2027 qualifiers

Amputated human leg found at dump site

Borrowdale squatter camps outgrow HCC's capacity

Beitbridge customs agent shot four times in US$10 000 robbery

Cold spell linked to winter-summer transition

Harare deploys 300 municipal police in vending crackdown

ZIMTA raises teacher welfare concerns as schools reopen

Zimbabwe teachers to work 3 days a week over pay crisis

How Zanu PF hijacked Zimbabwe's devolution promise

CBZ branch robbed in armed ATM blast

Zimbabwe eases duty-free return of property for citizens fleeing SA protests

Zimbabwe, Kyrgyzstan deepen ties ahead of UN Security Council tenure

Stanbic Bank officially opens Chiredzi branch

Shangani residents get brick boost as Nkomo fulfils pledge

MRP challenges BAZ board over regional representation

Raradza declared national hero

PVED petitions Government over shortage of designated vending spaces

SDA pastor fired over indecent assault

Zimbabwe call for peace in Gaza

Chiwenga, doctors in crunch meeting

Internet key to economic development

Chiwenga launches African Dream boat

Access to information, media freedom in the digital age

Campaign to extradite Ethiopia's dictator Mengistu from Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe deploys military in newfound oilfields

NAMA award winners - list

Zanu-PF threatens unleash 'our' dogs

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