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Zimbabwe player seals late loan switch to Hibernian

Zimbabwe Warriors defender Munashe Garananga has completed a deadline-day move from Danish giants FC Copenhagen to Scottish Premiership side Hibernian.The 25-year-old centre-back has joined the Edinburgh-based club on a six-month loan deal…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 267 | by Staff reporter

Nakamba completes deadline day move to Sheffield Wednesday

Zimbabwe Warriors captain Marvellous Nakamba has completed a last-minute transfer to English Championship side Sheffield Wednesday, joining the club from Luton Town on deadline day.The 32-year-old midfielder left Luton by mutual agreement,…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 358 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean boy dies in UK hospital after stabbing

A 16-year-old Zimbabwean boy, Shayne Hambakachere, has died in hospital after being stabbed in Chippenham, England, in a case that has shocked the local community.Wiltshire Police said the teenager was found seriously injured on London Roa…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 653 | by Staff reporter

Chinese-owned Zimbabwe mine dismisses women after forced HIV tests

The Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Minerals Workers Union (ZDAMWU) has launched legal action against the management of Xiao Honguqiu's Famona gold mine after it allegedly subjected female workers to mandatory HIV testing and subsequently dism…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 554 | by Staff reporter

Star FM show exposes traffickers

Two women appeared in Harare Regional Magistrates Court over the weekend facing human trafficking charges after allegedly luring children from Chipinge to Harare under the pretext of school enrollment, only to exploit them as unpaid street…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 481 | by Staff reporter

16 Buhera families evicted from homes of 56 years

Sixteen families in Buhera are living in squalor at an old council beerhall after being evicted from their homes, which they had occupied for over 56 years, according to reports from the area. The eviction, carried out on December 9, 2025,…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 833 | by Staff reporter

Bishop Kevin Nyamakanga joins Zanu-PF in major political shift

In a surprising political development, Bishop Kevin Nyamakanga, leader of the Zimbabwe Intercessors Movement and a prominent organiser of last year's protests against Zimbabwe hosting the SADC Summit, has formally joined the ruling Zanu-PF…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 389 | by Staff reporter

Chimombe, Mpofu appeal bid rejected by High Court

The High Court has rejected applications by businessmen Moses Mpofu and Mike Chimombe to appeal their convictions and sentences at the Supreme Court, upholding the correctness of its original ruling.In a judgment delivered this evening, Ju…

Published: 14 hrs ago | 181 | by Staff reporter

Foreign nationals in Zimbabwe's reserved sectors granted 17-day extension

The Government has extended the deadline for foreign nationals operating in reserved sectors to submit their regularisation plans from January 31 to February 17, 2026, following a surge in applications from business owners seeking to compl…

Published: 14 hrs ago | 189 | by Staff reporter

Cyrene Mission land grabbers issued with eviction notices

Illegal settlers occupying Cyrene Farm, owned by the Anglican Province of Central Africa Church's Diocese of Matabeleland, have been formally served with eviction notices and given 30 days to leave the property. The farm, located in Figtre…

Published: 17 hrs ago | | by Staff reporter

Man in court for 'raping' mentally challenged sister

A 44-year-old man from Gutu appeared before Masvingo Regional Magistrate Innocent Bepura facing multiple charges of raping his mentally challenged sister. The alleged assaults reportedly occurred at the woman's home on several occasions un…

Published: 17 hrs ago | 434 | by Staff reporter

Parents up-in-arms against All Saints Primary School head

Parents at All Saints Wreningham Primary have formally called for the removal of school head Jelasi Matumba, citing mismanagement, declining academic standards, and deteriorating infrastructure. A letter dated December 11, 2025, addressed …

Published: 17 hrs ago | 476 | by Staff reporter

Catholic Church slams Zimbabwe's Abortion Bill

The Roman Catholic Church has launched a strong condemnation of Zimbabwe's proposed Medical Services Bill, warning that it represents a moral failure amid widespread poverty and collapsing public services. The Bill, currently awaiting a Se…

Published: 17 hrs ago | 189 | by Staff reporter

Luton Town and Marvelous Nakamba part ways

Luton Town have confirmed that they have reached a mutual agreement to terminate the contract of Zimbabwean midfielder Marvelous Nakamba with immediate effect.Nakamba first joined the club on loan from Aston Villa during the January transf…

Published: 17 hrs ago | 438 | by Staff reporter

Mugano's remarks on struggling Professors ignite debate

Controversial academic Professor Gift Mugano has sparked a heated public debate after asserting that Zimbabwean professors who complain about poverty and blame the ruling Zanu-PF party are not genuine academics.Mugano made the remarks in r…

Published: 19 hrs ago | 907 | by Staff reporter

Man shares cheating wife's 'nudes' on WhatsApp status

A man from Bulawayo is alleged to have shared intimate videos and photographs of his wife on his WhatsApp status after reportedly obtaining material showing her in an affair with her manager at a well-known fast-food outlet.The woman, who …

Published: 19 hrs ago | 1709 | by Staff reporter

Senior cop arrested in drug bust

A senior police officer was arrested on Monday following a high-speed chase on the Masvingo–Beitbridge Road after he was allegedly found in unlawful possession of illicit drugs valued at about US$19,000.Inspector Pikirai Dade Hakata (53), …

Published: 19 hrs ago | 556 | by Staff reporter

ZRP introduces local police clearance certificate

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has introduced a new Local Police Clearance Certificate to improve access to clearance services for domestic use, police authorities have announced.In a statement, national police spokesperson Commissione…

Published: 19 hrs ago | 821 | by Staff reporter

CCC renews fight against Tshabangu

The Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) has filed an appeal with the Supreme Court, challenging a High Court decision that refused to rescind a default judgment granted in favour of self-proclaimed party secretary-general Sengezo Tshabangu…

Published: 19 hrs ago | 609 | by Staff reporter

Councillors ignore service delivery, propose $300k budget for football club

The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) is planning to more than double funding for its football club, a move that has sparked controversy as the local authority continues to struggle with poor service delivery, including potholed roads, persisten…

Published: 19 hrs ago | 299 | by Staff reporter

Only trained cops to conduct breathalyser tests

Zimbabwe Republic Police Commissioner-General Stephen Mutamba has directed that only trained and certified police officers are authorised to conduct breathalyser tests on motorists suspected of driving under the influence of alcohol, as au…

Published: 19 hrs ago | | by Staff reporter

AFM in Zimbabwe wins court battle against ex-Pastor

The Apostolic Faith Mission (AFM) in Zimbabwe has scored a major legal victory after the High Court dismissed an attempt by former pastor Willard Kurida to block the church's application to bar him and the breakaway AFM of Zimbabwe from us…

Published: 19 hrs ago | 275 | by Staff reporter

Chivayo withholds US$250,000 Warriors bonus

Controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo has announced that he is withholding his pledged US$250,000 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) bonus donation following allegations of match-fixing involving the Zimbabwe national football team, the Wa…

Published: 19 hrs ago | 329 | by Staff reporter

ZRP rolls out body cameras, drones and speed cameras

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has acquired body-worn cameras and other advanced technological gadgets as it steps up efforts to modernise crime prevention and traffic management in an increasingly complex security environment.In addit…

Published: 19 hrs ago | 205 | by Staff reporter

Senior teacher dumps wife to stay with his ex-student

A 37-year marriage has collapsed after senior teacher Calisto Marezva abandoned his matrimonial home to move in with a former student, Lillian Komboni, sparking controversy in the Muzvezve Constituency.Calisto, 62, and his ex-wife Diana Do…

Published: 19 hrs ago | 753 | by Staff reporter

Tungwarara pledges support for Mnangagwa's Vision 2030

President Emmerson Mnangagwa's special investment adviser, Paul Tungwarara, has reaffirmed his commitment to supporting the President's ambition for Zimbabwe to achieve upper-middle-income status by 2030.Tungwarara was present at the Rusun…

Published: 19 hrs ago | | by Staff reporter

Mbare flats squalor condition exposed

Residents of Mbare on Friday resisted attempts by Harare City Council officials to sanitise conditions during a visit by the Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC), insisting that the delegation witness what they described as years of neg…

Published: 19 hrs ago | | by Staff reporter

Mohadi to hand over Highlanders' new team bus

As Highlanders FC marks its centenary this year, the historic football club is set to receive a brand-new team bus, reinforcing its legacy while sparking debate among supporters over the influence of its benefactor.Vice President Kembo Moh…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 09:25hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chivayo rewards ZIFA President with luxury vehicle

Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has publicly commended newly elected Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) President Nqobile Magwizi for transformative reforms and strong leadership within the country's football governing body.In a post on his…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 09:19hrs | 903 | by Staff reporter

Mliswa endorses Tagwirei for President

Outspoken former independent Norton MP, Themba Mliswa, has publicly endorsed multi-millionaire businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei as a future leader of Zimbabwe, drawing parallels to Mozambique's President Daniel Chapo, who represents a "new …

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 08:53hrs | 2154 | by Staff reporter

Nelson Chamisa celebrates 48th birthday

Zimbabwe's opposition leader, Nelson Chamisa, turns 48 today, marking another year of political engagement amid ongoing challenges.Chamisa remains a prominent figure in the country's political landscape, symbolizing hope for many Zimbabwea…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 08:51hrs | 717 | by Staff reporter

Valerio Sibanda poised for Cabinet appointment

Former Zimbabwe Defence Forces commander, Philip Valerio Sibanda, is reportedly set to join President Emmerson Mnangagwa's cabinet under a planned restructuring of the Ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development.…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 08:26hrs | 2154 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa 2030 legal process set to start

The process to amend Zimbabwe's Constitution in line with Zanu-PF Resolution Number One, which seeks to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term of office to 2030, is reportedly nearing completion, Zanu-PF Secretary for Legal Affairs Ziy…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 08:26hrs | | by Staff reporter

Obert Mpofu retreats from Zanu-PF spotlight

Veteran Zanu-PF figure Obert Mpofu has sharply reduced his public engagement with the ruling party following last year's top-level reshuffle, senior party sources say, highlighting mounting internal tensions within the party.The reshuffle …

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 08:25hrs | 1572 | by Staff reporter

Former Chapungu Star appeals for help after severe leg injury

Abel Muteji, a former Chapungu and Zimbabwe Under-23 defender, is appealing to well-wishers for financial assistance after a serious leg injury left him struggling to make ends meet.Muteji, the twin brother of the late Cain Muteji, was inv…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 08:24hrs | | by Staff reporter

Businessman Marconati in movie‑style escape, hands himself to police

Controversial businessman Francesco Marconati spent two days hiding inside a mine shaft in Inyathi before orchestrating a movie‑style escape through a weighbridge, evading police officers who were waiting to arrest him at the main gate.The…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 06:53hrs | | by Staff Reporter

Zimbabwe powers ahead with Africa's first lithium sulphate plant

Zimbabwe has taken a major step in the global battery market as Prospect Lithium Zimbabwe (PLZ) announces that Africa's first lithium sulphate plant has entered the equipment commissioning phase.The US$1 billion project, completed in just …

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 06:06hrs | | by Staff reporter

Marconati accuses police of harassment in civil dispute

Lawyers representing businessman Francesco Marconati have raised concern over what they described as a heavy-handed arrest involving armed police officers, telling the Harare Magistrates' Court that their client was apprehended by officers…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 05:04hrs | | by Staff reporter

3 die in Zimbabwe gold rush

Three artisanal miners have reportedly died following a gold rush at Pondorosa Farm in Mhangura, Mashonaland West Province, on Friday, amid fears that the death toll could be higher.Mashonaland West police spokesperson Inspector Ian Kohwer…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 05:04hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa to attend World Government Summit in Dubai

President Emmerson Mnangagwa is set to attend the World Government Summit in Dubai this week as Zimbabwe steps up its engagement and re-engagement drive aimed at attracting investment across key sectors of the economy.The summit, which bri…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 05:03hrs | | by Staff reporter

Power struggle rocks Zimbabwe's Akashinga

Akashinga, Zimbabwe's internationally acclaimed all-female anti-poaching and wildlife conservation unit, is facing its deepest crisis yet amid allegations of a bitter boardroom power struggle that has led to the exit of more than a dozen s…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 05:03hrs | 571 | by Staff reporter

Uproar over nurse training intakes in Matebeleland

Concerns over alleged corruption and lack of transparency in Zimbabwe's decentralised nursing recruitment system have intensified in Matebeleland, with community leaders and legislators warning that deserving youths are being sidelined des…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 05:02hrs | 780 | by Staff reporter

Marconati hid in mine shaft for 2 days to evade arrest

Controversial businessman Francesco Marconati allegedly spent two days hiding inside a mine shaft in Matabeleland North's Inyathi area in an attempt to evade arrest, it has emerged.Marconati (66), who is awaiting trial on charges of illega…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 05:01hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chief Gutu demands US$10 'village tax'

Villagers in Masvingo are up in arms over what critics say is an illegal tax being levied by Chief Gutu (Lawrence Chigariro), who reportedly ordered all village heads under his jurisdiction to contribute US$10 each to his personal Zunde ra…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 05:01hrs | | by Staff reporter

Sikhala's SA explosives trial kicks off

Outspoken Zimbabwean politician Job Sikhala is set to appear in the Pretoria Magistrates Court on Tuesday following last year's discovery of explosives in a vehicle he was travelling in while passing through South Africa.The former Zengeza…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 05:00hrs | | by Staff reporter

Harare prime land saga deepens

City of Harare records have revealed a controversial directive from the Ministry of Local Government instructing the council to transfer land in the upscale Newlands area to a private company, despite a High Court ruling confirming that th…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 05:00hrs | | by Staff reporter

Suspected HIV+ rapist targets schoolgirls

The High Court has denied bail to a Gokwe man accused of raping six schoolgirls aged between six and nine, ruling that he must remain in custody until the conclusion of his trial.Josephat Makumbe of Mutsanyamate, Mateta 2 in Gokwe, had app…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 04:59hrs | | by Staff reporter

Moneybags vs old guard: Zanu-PF warns against 'buying' power

There is growing unease within Zanu-PF over the rising influence of wealthy business figures accused of attempting to buy their way into the ruling party's structures, a trend that senior officials warn is threatening internal cohesion.Ala…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 04:58hrs | | by Staff reporter

2030 agenda sparks political storm

A controversial Zanu-PF initiative to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term of office beyond the constitutionally mandated two-term limit has emerged as one of the most disruptive political issues in Zimbabwe's recent history.The ruli…

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 04:58hrs | | by Staff reporter

Marconati appears in court after 2 days evading police

Businessman Francesco Marconati has appeared before a Harare magistrate following his arrest after a days-long attempt to evade police.The 66-year-old was brought to court on Friday morning and remanded in custody until Monday, when he is …

Published: 02 Feb 2026 at 04:57hrs | | by Staff reporter

News / National

Zimbabwe player seals late loan switch to Hibernian

Nakamba completes deadline day move to Sheffield Wednesday

Zimbabwean boy dies in UK hospital after stabbing

Chinese-owned Zimbabwe mine dismisses women after forced HIV tests

Star FM show exposes traf­fick­ers

16 Buhera families evicted from homes of 56 years

Bishop Kevin Nyamakanga joins Zanu-PF in major political shift

Chimombe, Mpofu appeal bid rejected by High Court

Foreign nationals in Zimbabwe's reserved sectors granted 17-day extension

Cyrene Mission land grabbers issued with eviction notices

Man in court for 'raping' mentally challenged sister

Parents up-in-arms against All Saints Primary School head

Catholic Church slams Zimbabwe's Abortion Bill

Luton Town and Marvelous Nakamba part ways

Mugano's remarks on struggling Professors ignite debate

Man shares cheating wife's 'nudes' on WhatsApp status

Senior cop arrested in drug bust

ZRP introduces local police clearance certificate

CCC renews fight against Tshabangu

Councillors ignore service delivery, propose $300k budget for football club

Only trained cops to conduct breathalyser tests

AFM in Zimbabwe wins court battle against ex-Pastor

Chivayo withholds US$250,000 Warriors bonus

ZRP rolls out body cameras, drones and speed cameras

Senior teacher dumps wife to stay with his ex-student

Tungwarara pledges support for Mnangagwa's Vision 2030

Mbare flats squalor condition exposed

Mohadi to hand over Highlanders' new team bus

Chivayo rewards ZIFA President with luxury vehicle

Mliswa endorses Tagwirei for President

Nelson Chamisa celebrates 48th birthday

Valerio Sibanda poised for Cabinet appointment

Mnangagwa 2030 legal process set to start

Obert Mpofu retreats from Zanu-PF spotlight

Former Chapungu Star appeals for help after severe leg injury

Businessman Marconati in movie‑style escape, hands himself to police

Zimbabwe powers ahead with Africa's first lithium sulphate plant

Marconati accuses police of harassment in civil dispute

3 die in Zimbabwe gold rush

Mnangagwa to attend World Government Summit in Dubai

Power struggle rocks Zimbabwe's Akashinga

Uproar over nurse training intakes in Matebeleland

Marconati hid in mine shaft for 2 days to evade arrest

Chief Gutu demands US$10 'village tax'

Sikhala's SA explosives trial kicks off

Harare prime land saga deepens

Suspected HIV+ rapist targets schoolgirls

Moneybags vs old guard: Zanu-PF warns against 'buying' power

2030 agenda sparks political storm

Marconati appears in court after 2 days evading police

3 arrested for forging O Level certificates

Voters in Norton should not be deceived by Mliswa

16 Buhera families evicted from homes of 56 years

Mugano's remarks on struggling Professors ignite debate

ZRP introduces local police clearance certificate

Star FM show exposes traf­fick­ers

Govt has no plans to build a dam for Bulawayo

Zimbabwe Warriors plot upset

Tsvangirai urges the nation to unite for economic growth

Nakamba completes deadline day move to Sheffield Wednesday

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