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Falcon Golf Club challenges Defence cantonment in High Court

HARARE - Falcon Golf Club has approached the High Court challenging the decision by the Minister of Defence to declare a cantonment on land the club says it has legally occupied under a lease agreement for more than five decades.In case nu…

Published: 07 Nov 2026 at 13:04hrs | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole

CAES takes clean-up campaign to Kuwadzana

HARARE - Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) has taken its environmental awareness campaign to Kuwadzana, where members conducted a community clean-up exercise in support of national efforts to promote a clean and healthy environmen…

Published: 07 Nov 2026 at 13:01hrs | by Staff Reporter

Bindura municipal officer in court over alleged assault of vendor

BINDURA - A Bindura municipal police officer has appeared in court facing assault charges following allegations that he assaulted a female vendor during an incident at Chitabura Complex.Jonathan Musoni (49) appeared before a Bindura magist…

Published: 07 Nov 2026 at 12:02hrs | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole

Satanism scare hits Muzarabani schools

MUZARABANI - Panic has reportedly gripped parts of Muzarabani District following incidents at Chidikamwedzi and Chawarura secondary schools that have disrupted learning and left parents, teachers and community leaders calling for urgent in…

Published: 07 Nov 2026 at 11:57hrs | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole

Prophet Uebert Angel reportedly targeted in alleged attack, social media claims

HARARE - Claims circulating on social media allege that religious leader Uebert Angel was the target of a failed attack in Shawasha during the early hours of the morning. Buy Maps Buy MapsThe claims emerged from a TikTok post shared by an …

Published: 07 Nov 2026 at 11:49hrs | by Staff Reporter

Chatunga Mugabe remanded in custody

Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, son of the late former President Robert Mugabe, will remain behind bars after being remanded in custody on charges of robbery and malicious damage to property following an alleged violent attack on a security gu…

Published: 05 Nov 2026 at 18:53hrs | by Staff reporter

Holy Ten cleared as State drops rape charges

Zimbabwean hip-hop musician Mukudzeyi Chatsama, popularly known as Holy Ten, has had rape charges against him withdrawn after prosecutors conceded that there was insufficient evidence to proceed to trial.The musician, who had been accused …

Published: 05 Nov 2026 at 15:14hrs | by Staff reporter

MPs demand halt to ZRP's smart traffic fines

Zimbabwean legislators have called for the immediate suspension of fines issued through the Zimbabwe Republic Police's (ZRP) new Smart Traffic Management System amid concerns that technical and administrative errors could result in motoris…

Published: 05 Nov 2026 at 15:13hrs | by Staff reporter

Cristiano Ronaldo quits international football

Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has announced his retirement from international football, bringing an end to a remarkable 23-year career with the national team.The 41-year-old forward confirmed his decision in an emotional …

Published: 05 Nov 2026 at 15:12hrs | by Staff reporter

Armed gang terrorises Westgate, steals US$36,000

Residents of Westgate in Harare are living in renewed fear following a series of violent robberies, including a midnight raid in which a gang of 10 armed criminals stole more than US$36,000 from Chinese businesspeople.The latest attack occ…

Published: 05 Nov 2026 at 14:04hrs | by Staff reporter

6 arrested over 14 armed robberies

Police have arrested six suspected armed robbers believed to be behind a wave of violent attacks targeting businesses, lodges, service stations and churchgoers in Beitbridge and several other parts of Zimbabwe.The suspects have been linked…

Published: 05 Nov 2026 at 14:03hrs | by Staff reporter

High Court orders Zimra to release seized trailer

The High Court has overturned a decision by the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) to confiscate a trailer belonging to Bluelight Logistics (Pvt) Ltd after finding that the company had not deliberately transported smuggled goods.Justice Su…

Published: 05 Nov 2026 at 14:02hrs | by Staff reporter

Form 1 boarding applications not yet open

The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has dismissed social media reports claiming that applications for 2027 Form One government boarding school places have opened, clarifying that the Electronic Ministry Application Platform (eM…

Published: 05 Nov 2026 at 14:01hrs | by Staff reporter

Chivayo's ex-wife, sister strike estate deal

The former wife of late Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, Sonja Louise Madzikanda, has reached an agreement with his family to jointly administer his estate alongside his sister, Esther Chivayo.The agreement follows consultations be…

Published: 05 Nov 2026 at 13:40hrs | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa's daughter-in-law, relatives fined in drug cases

Kelsea Tafirenyika, the 22-year-old wife of President Emmerson Mnangagwa's son Collins, and three of her relatives have avoided imprisonment after reaching plea agreements with prosecutors in separate drug-related cases heard in Harare and…

Published: 05 Nov 2026 at 12:51hrs | by Staff reporter

Chamisa hits back at critics

Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa has defended his political record, accusing some of his critics of finding it easier to attack fellow opposition figures than to confront Zimbabwe's entrenched ruling establi…

Published: 05 Nov 2026 at 07:25hrs | by Staff reporter

CAF allows 25,000 fans for Warriors matches

The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has further relaxed crowd restrictions at Zimbabwe's National Sports Stadium, allowing up to 25,000 supporters to attend Warriors international home matches.The decision marks a significant devel…

Published: 04 Nov 2026 at 21:01hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean-born Netsai wins Texas election

Zimbabwean-born American Michelle Netsai Butler has made history after winning election as Justice of the Peace for Precinct 6 in Denton County, Texas, becoming the county's first Black elected judge.Butler secured victory in the November …

Published: 04 Nov 2026 at 21:00hrs | by Staff reporter

Welshman Ncube’s CCC hits hard times

Welshman Ncube's Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) faction has admitted that prolonged legal battles against rival Sengezo Tshabangu have severely affected its political activities, leaving the opposition grouping struggling with financi…

Published: 04 Nov 2026 at 20:59hrs | by Staff reporter

Chatunga Mugabe arrested

Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, the 29-year-old son of former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe, has been arrested alongside four other men following a police operation at a guest lodge in Harare.The arrests, carried out on November 3 at The …

Published: 04 Nov 2026 at 20:43hrs | by Staff reporter

Mliswa tears into Uebert Angel over Chiwenga sermon

Former Norton legislator Temba Mliswa has launched a blistering attack on Presidential Envoy and Ambassador-at-Large Uebert Angel, accusing the prominent preacher of using religion to advance political interests and shield Vice-President C…

Published: 04 Nov 2026 at 19:04hrs | by Staff reporter

2 granted bail in US$120 000 gold heist

Two men accused of orchestrating a daring gold robbery in Bulawayo, allegedly using confidential information to intercept a courier transporting bullion from Gwanda, have been released on bail as police continue searching for three suspect…

Published: 04 Nov 2026 at 09:47hrs | by Staff reporter

Gweshegweshe declared Provincial hero

Veteran Zimbabwean actor William Matenga, popularly known as Gweshegweshe for his memorable role in the television comedy series Gringo, has been accorded provincial hero status and will be buried at Warren Hills Cemetery in Harare today.T…

Published: 04 Nov 2026 at 09:46hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe World Cup ticket demand surpasses 13 million

Zimbabwe has emerged as one of the major attractions for the 2027 ICC Men's Cricket World Cup, with more than 13.3 million ticket requests recorded ahead of the tournament, which the country will co-host with South Africa and Namibia.The o…

Published: 04 Nov 2026 at 09:45hrs | by Staff reporter

Parirenyatwa receives heart surgery equipment boost

Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals has received specialised open-heart surgery equipment valued at US$80 575 from the National Oil Infrastructure Company of Zimbabwe (NOIC), providing a major boost to the country's efforts to expand access to…

Published: 04 Nov 2026 at 09:45hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe cabinet revises Zimsec fees subsidy

The Government has announced plans to phase out the universal subsidy on Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (Zimsec) examination fees, with financial assistance set to be restricted to vulnerable pupils and learners attending rural and s…

Published: 04 Nov 2026 at 09:44hrs | by Staff reporter

1 dead, 3 injured as excavators torched at Mnangagwa son's mine

One person was killed and three others injured following violent clashes at Chenxi Mine in Shurugwi on Monday night, during which five excavators were set ablaze.The violence erupted at Chenxi Mine Site Four in the Wanderer mining area, pr…

Published: 04 Nov 2026 at 09:44hrs | by Staff reporter

Chivayo crash report overdue as questions mount

Zimbabwe's aviation authorities are under growing scrutiny following delays in releasing a preliminary investigation report into the helicopter crash that claimed the lives of businessman Wicknell Chivayo, his wife and three other people.T…

Published: 04 Nov 2026 at 09:41hrs | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo cooking oil plant 85% complete

Bulawayo's manufacturing sector is set for a major boost as construction of the Fats & Feeds cooking oil processing plant reaches 85 percent completion, with the multi-million-dollar industrial project expected to create up to 400 dire…

Published: 04 Nov 2026 at 09:40hrs | by Staff reporter

Businesswoman's bid to have fraud case dismissed fails

Prominent businesswoman and Hezy Motors Logistics director Hezel Silibaziso Mafu has failed in her bid to be removed from remand as she faces multiple fraud charges involving an alleged vehicle importation scam that reportedly cost clients…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:55hrs | by Staff reporter

Nightclub killer jailed for 23 years

Justice Mutevedzi also rejected any suggestion that the killing had been a spontaneous act, finding that Mtombeni had acted with premeditation."The offender planned to commit the offence and executed it carefully. After committing the crim…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:55hrs | by Staff reporter

Gweshengweshe's burial delayed over hero status

The burial of veteran Zimbabwean actor and former soldier William Matenga, popularly known as Gweshengweshe, could be postponed as war veterans push for him to be declared a provincial hero in recognition of his contribution to Zimbabwe's …

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:54hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe civil servants to get bonuses in 2 instalments

Zimbabwean civil servants will receive their 2026 annual bonuses in two equal instalments in November and December, while Government pensioners will receive a special cushioning allowance next month as authorities move to ease financial pr…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:50hrs | by Staff reporter

Rugeje makes u-turn on diplomatic posting

Retired Lieutenant-General Engelbert Rugeje has reportedly reversed his earlier decision to reject a diplomatic appointment, paving the way for his deployment as Zimbabwe's ambassador to Mozambique.Rugeje, who had initially indicated to pe…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:49hrs | by Staff reporter

Woman exhumes mother's remains after 4 years, family divided

A bitter family dispute has erupted in Harare after a Zimbabwean woman based in the United Kingdom arranged for her mother's remains to be exhumed and reburied at Warren Hills Cemetery, four years after her death.Josephine Rudo Mutabeni ma…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:48hrs | by Staff reporter

Harare - Mutare highway dualization, Victoria Falls - Bulawayo highway

Motorists travelling along the busy Harare-Mutare Highway could soon enjoy improved traffic flow as construction of a second bridge across the Musitwe River at Melfort reaches 75 percent completion.The new bridge, which is expected to be c…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:46hrs | by Staff reporter

Gwanda team promoted to Premier League

Gwanda-based Blanket Mine FC have secured promotion to Zimbabwe's Castle Lager Premier Soccer League after holding title rivals Kwekwe United to a 1-1 draw at Baghdad Stadium, clinching the Central Region Soccer League championship with on…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:45hrs | by Staff reporter

Madhuku survives car accident

Prominent constitutional lawyer and National Constitutional Assembly (NCA) leader Lovemore Madhuku has escaped unhurt after his vehicle veered off a gravel road and crashed into a tree in Chiredzi on Saturday.The accident occurred as Madhu…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:43hrs | by Staff reporter

RBZ assets reach ZiG145.9 billion

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has disclosed total assets valued at ZiG145.9 billion, providing fresh insight into the central bank's financial position as the country continues to operate under its Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency system.…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:41hrs | by Staff reporter

Man dies after drinking illicit brew

Meanwhile, police in the Midlands Province are investigating the death of a 55-year-old man who reportedly fell ill after consuming an excessive amount of illicit cane spirit in Mberengwa.The deceased, Jenifani Simba, allegedly consumed th…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:40hrs | by Staff reporter

Snooker dispute ends in fatal stabbing

A 21-year-old man was allegedly beaten with wooden sticks and stabbed to death following an argument over snooker tokens at a business centre in Gokwe North, Midlands Province.The victim, identified as Shuwa Ndlovu of Ganyani Village under…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:40hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe plans to expand private nurse training

Zimbabwe is considering opening up nursing education to more private healthcare institutions as the Government seeks to increase the number of qualified nurses and strengthen the country's healthcare system.Health and Child Care Minister D…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:39hrs | by Staff reporter

Man jailed for life for killing ex-lover

A 45-year-old man from Nkayi has been sentenced to life imprisonment for murdering his former girlfriend in a vicious knife attack after she fled an abusive relationship in South Africa and returned to Zimbabwe seeking safety.The High Cour…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:38hrs | by Staff reporter

Murder suspect granted US$300 bail

A Bulawayo man accused of fatally stabbing his friend and allegedly evading police for nearly four months has been granted US$300 bail after his lawyer challenged inconsistencies in police accounts of his arrest.Leonardo Beechey, who is fa…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:37hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe ranked Africa's 14th-largest economy

Zimbabwe is expected to emerge as Africa's 14th-largest economy in 2026, with its Gross Domestic Product (GDP) projected to reach US$65.92 billion, according to the International Monetary Fund's latest economic estimates.The projections, c…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:36hrs | by Staff reporter

Uebert Angel defends Chiwenga amid Zanu PF tensions

Zimbabwe's Presidential Envoy and Ambassador-at-Large, Prophet Uebert Angel, has publicly defended Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga, condemning what he described as disrespectful attacks against the former army commander amid growing po…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:35hrs | by Staff reporter

Calls to remove Rhodes' remains spark debate

A fresh controversy has erupted over the burial of British colonialist Cecil John Rhodes in Zimbabwe's Matobo Hills after traditional leaders from Manicaland demanded that his remains be removed from the historic site.The call, made by Chi…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:34hrs | by Staff reporter

Highlanders storm into Chibuku Super Cup final

Highlanders FC secured a place in the 2026 Chibuku Super Cup final after defeating CAPS United 3-1 on penalties following a dramatic 1-1 draw at Rufaro Stadium on Sunday.The Bulawayo giants showed resilience to recover from a second-half d…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:33hrs | by Staff reporter

Herdboy acquitted of employer’s brutal axe murder

A former herdboy accused of brutally murdering his employer with an axe has walked free after the Bulawayo High Court ruled that the prosecution had failed to produce reliable evidence linking him to the killing.Mkhokheli Ndlovu was acquit…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 18:32hrs | by Staff reporter

US$72k cement dispute heads back to court after respondent withdraws opposition

BULAWAYO - A High Court case in which cement manufacturer PPC Zimbabwe is accused of failing to deliver 330 tonnes of cement despite receiving full payment is set to return to court after one of the respondents withdrew opposition to the m…

Published: 03 Nov 2026 at 16:46hrs | by Staff Reporter

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