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Another fatal Malawian bus crash closes N1 in Limpopo

A serious road accident involving a Malawian passenger bus travelling from Gauteng forced the closure of the N1 near the Witvlag turn-off in the Soutpansberg Mo

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Council cracks whip on push cart operators

Gweru City Council has given illegal push cart operators until Sunday to regularise their operations or risk having their equipment confiscated as part of a crackdown aimed at restoring order in the …

Published: 11 hrs ago | 349 Views

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Police recover 43 stolen goats packed in a kombi

Zimbabwe Republic Police officers in Harare intercepted a commuter omnibus carrying 43 suspected stolen goats along Lorraine Drive in Westgate on Wednesday, in a case that has exposed an alleged live…

Published: 11 hrs ago | 432 Views

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Matebeleland's healthcare crisis exposes Zimbabwe's broken promise

Healthcare delivery across Zimbabwe's Matebeleland region continues to expose widening structural weaknesses within the country's public health system, with communities facing persistent shortages of…

Published: 11 hrs ago | 244 Views

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Equatorial Guinea's Obiang Nguema Mbasogo visits Mnangagwa

President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo is expected to arrive in Zimbabwe this weekend for a high-level State Visit aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation between Zimbabwe and Equatorial Guinea.The…

Published: 11 hrs ago | 398 Views

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What makes a corrupt despotic leader think he will succeed where other despots have failed?

Some human behaviours seemingly defy logic.The enduring tragedy of modern governance is the recurring delusion that an iron fist can provide a permanent grip on power. If you value my social justice …

Published: 12 hrs ago | 361 Views

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Farmer convicted for destroying crops in Nyanga land dispute

The National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe has reported the conviction of a 39‑year‑old man for malicious damage to property following a land dispute that resulted in the destruction of crops in …

Published: 12 hrs ago | 301 Views

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Anti‑sanctions boss Zharare arrested again

There was drama at the High Court in Harare on Thursday when Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) leader Martin Zharare was arrested soon after court proceedings.Sources close to the investigat…

Published: 12 hrs ago | 634 Views

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REHAB OF HORRORS! - Bulawayo runaway 'therapist' accused of rape, torture, pimping girls to bigwigs

What was sold to desperate families as a rehabilitation centre in Bulawayo has allegedly been exposed as a shocking house of abuse where patients were beaten, humiliated, sexually abused and allegedl…

Published: 14 hrs ago | 653 Views

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Motorbikes exempted from ZBC radio licences

The Government has clarified that motorbikes, tricycles, trailers and certain categories of moving machinery are exempt from paying Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) radio licence fees, bringin…

Published: 14 hrs ago | 232 Views

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Funeral policy practices exploiting bereaved families, says ZNOART

The Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust (ZNOART) has raised concern over what it describes as unfair practices by funeral assurance companies, warning that many familie…

Published: 14 hrs ago | 303 Views

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Insiza Ward 18 residents forge ahead with CAB3 and Vision 2030 campaign

Insiza Ward 18 residents gathered at PBS Hall on Wednesday for an interactive lesson on Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3), with speakers urging communities to embrace grassroots development …

Published: 14 hrs ago | 141 Views

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Another new interchange for Harare

Construction has begun on a new major road interchange at the intersection of Harare Drive and the Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Expressway (formerly Airport Road) in Harare, marking another milestone in the …

Published: 17 hrs ago | 440 Views

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Mnangagwa returning 67 European-owned farms

Zimbabwe will return 67 farms previously seized during the country's controversial land reform programme to nationals from Denmark, Switzerland, Germany and the Netherlands, Agriculture Minister Anxi…

Published: 17 hrs ago | 1379 Views

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Chivayo denies being 'person of interest'

The diplomatic fallout following South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's recent visit to Zimbabwe has intensified, after businessman Wicknell Chivayo responded strongly to speculation linking him t…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 581 Views

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Zimbabwe's significant geological feature on earth

The 2.5-billion-year-old Great Dyke, a vast linear geological formation stretching roughly 550 kilometres through Zimbabwe from north to south, has been described as one of the most significant igneo…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 328 Views

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Telecel Zimbabwe's collapse creates unusual investment opportunities

Telecel Zimbabwe, once Zimbabwe's second-largest mobile network operator with nearly two million subscribers and a commanding 15.1 percent market share in 2015, is now operating under voluntary corpo…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 451 Views

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NRZ secures US$115m Afreximbank deal to revive rail system

The National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) is finalising a US$115 million loan agreement with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) aimed at rehabilitating critical rail infrastructure, locomotiv…

Published: 17 hrs ago | 236 Views

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Ramaphosa disowns 'shady' Chivayo

Cyril Ramaphosa's recent visit to Zimbabwe has reignited scrutiny over President Emmerson Mnangagwa's close business associates after several controversial businessmen attended a high-level meeting h…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 408 Views

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Mthuli Ncube caught in Mnangagwa term extension crossfire

Mthuli Ncube is facing mounting criticism after linking Zimbabwe's controversial constitutional amendment proposals to economic stability and investor confidence.Ncube made the remarks while backing …

Published: 18 hrs ago | 400 Views

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Diesel consumption surge signals Zimbabwe economic recovery

Zimbabwe's diesel consumption rose sharply during the first quarter of 2026, reinforcing signs of expanding economic activity across key productive sectors as the country continues its gradual recove…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 202 Views

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Tenant hauled to court over $1 500 property damage

A 40-year-old Harare woman has appeared in court facing allegations of damaging property worth US$1 500 before allegedly vacating a rented house without informing her landlord.Michelle Davina Freeman…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 193 Views

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Lodge owner losses US$8 000, car to armed robbers

A lodge owner in Bulawayo's Famona suburb lost more than US$8 000 and a vehicle after two armed robbers allegedly posed as overnight guests before attacking the family at gunpoint.According to Zimbab…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 369 Views

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Telecel rescue bid opens

Telecel Zimbabwe, once Zimbabwe's second-largest mobile network operator, has entered a critical phase in its survival after being placed under voluntary corporate rescue, with bids for the distresse…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 175 Views

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Zimbabwe moves to classify coal as 'special' critical mineral

Zimbabwe is preparing to designate metallurgical coal as a “special critical mineral” in a policy shift aimed at attracting new investment into the country's vast but underutilised coal reserves, ami…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 332 Views

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Mayor cracks whip on indiscipline

Aleck Tabe has issued a strong warning against corruption and indiscipline within the City of Masvingo, declaring that there is “no place for incompetent elements” as 32 newly recruited municipal gua…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 191 Views

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Chivayo, Madzikanda clash in High Court

An urgent legal dispute has escalated in the High Court of Zimbabwe between businessman Wicknell Chivayo and Sonja Louise Madzikanda, after Chivayo moved to have a divorce-related case dismissed and …

Published: 18 hrs ago | 304 Views

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Unsafe work practices still driving preventable injuries in Zimbabwe

Unsafe behaviour by workers and weak enforcement of safety standards by employers continue to drive avoidable workplace injuries across Zimbabwe's industrial and commercial sectors, according to the …

Published: 18 hrs ago | 139 Views

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Natpharm's dire state jolts Parliament

The Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Health and Child Care has announced nationwide site visits to National Pharmaceutical Company (Natpharm) depots following alarming revelations about the state…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 181 Views

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Delta Beverages in court over 'worms' in soft drink

A 34-year-old Harare man has taken legal action against Delta Beverages after alleging that he discovered foreign objects in a 300ml Coca-Cola soft drink he was consuming, which he described in court…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 254 Views

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CJ Malaba to hold final Constitutional Court sitting

Luke Malaba is set to preside over his final sitting at the Constitutional Court in Harare on Monday next week, formally marking the end of a judicial career spanning more than four decades.The speci…

Published: 22 hrs ago | 606 Views

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Chivayo seeks to nullify marriage with Sonja

Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has launched an urgent High Court application seeking to have his estranged wife Sonja Madzikanda's divorce case dismissed, arguing that their customary union was already…

Published: 22 hrs ago | 549 Views

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Netflix unveils supernovela with adaptation of Sue Nyathi's 'The Polygamist'

Netflix has made a major expansion move into the South African entertainment market with the adaptation of Zimbabwean-born, Johannesburg-based author Sue Nyathi's debut novel The Polygamist into a 22…

Published: 23 hrs ago | 284 Views

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Mnangagwa implores Zanu-PF members to uphold party Constitution

Emmerson Mnangagwa has called on members of the ruling party to strictly adhere to the Zanu-PF Constitution in carrying out their duties, saying discipline and loyalty remain central to the organisat…

Published: 24 hrs ago | 299 Views

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Gwekwerere confirms marriage collapse

Former Evans Gwekwerere has confirmed the collapse of his marriage to Natasha Kaira Green following a domestic dispute that reportedly turned violent.Speaking exclusively to H-Metro, the former Dynam…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 08:01hrs | 1139 Views

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Man sues panel beaters over 'impounded' car

A Bulawayo man has taken Skyline Panel Beaters and Spray Painters to court, accusing the company of unlawfully holding onto his vehicle and demanding US$1 470 for spray-painting work he allegedly ins…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 08:00hrs | 478 Views

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Mnangagwa pleads for unity amid Zanu PF succession storm

Emmerson Mnangagwa on Wednesday made an emphatic call for unity within Zanu PF as internal divisions intensify over controversial plans to extend his stay in office beyond constitutional limits.Addre…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:59hrs | 439 Views

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NEC approves Zimpapers short-time working

The National Employment Council for the Electronics, Communications, Radio, TV Manufacturing and Allied Industry has approved an application by Zimbabwe Newspapers Group (Zimpapers) to place workers …

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:58hrs | 320 Views

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Man jailed for machete attack on police officer

A 28-year-old man from Bulawayo has been sentenced to an effective 12 months in prison after assaulting a police officer with a machete during an altercation at a bottle store.Blessing Makwanhla, of …

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:57hrs | 310 Views

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Inmate allowed to attend father's funeral

In a rare gesture of compassion, the Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service recently granted a 26-year-old inmate from Hwange temporary leave from prison to attend his father's funeral.Emmanuel Ch…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:55hrs | 562 Views

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Ex-SSB paymaster in court over alleged payroll fraud

Former Salary Service Bureau paymaster Brighton Chiuzinga has appeared before the Harare Magistrates Court facing fraud charges linked to the alleged manipulation of the government payroll system.Chi…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:54hrs | 511 Views

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3 women convicted over sale of counterfeit motor parts

Three women from Mutare have been convicted for selling counterfeit automotive filters bearing the GUD trademark following a police sting operation targeting the illegal trade in fake motor spares.Th…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:52hrs | 384 Views

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Zimbabwe blood too costly

The government says it is taking steps to reduce the cost of blood transfusions and improve access to blood services across Zimbabwe, following growing concern that current prices are unaffordable fo…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:50hrs | 280 Views

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Chinese CEO accused of political interference in Zimbabwe

A storm is brewing at the Dinson Iron and Steel Company (DISCO), one of Zimbabwe's flagship industrial investments, amid allegations of political interference, labour discrimination, and community di…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:49hrs | 537 Views

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Mutodi brings CBD to a standstill

A section of Chinhoyi came to a standstill on Wednesday morning after murder suspect Nyasha Mutodi (36) was escorted by police to Pick n Pay Supermarket along Magamba Way for indications linked to a …

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:48hrs | 464 Views

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Ramaphosa distances self from presence of wanted individual during Zimbabwe visit

Cyril Ramaphosa has clarified that he had no prior knowledge of an individual of interest to law enforcement who was reportedly present during his recent working visit to Zimbabwe.The visit, held on …

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:47hrs | 365 Views

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Malawi-bound bus crash death toll rises to 17

The death toll from a horrific road traffic accident involving a Malawi-bound BRB Coaches bus has risen to 17 after three more victims died while receiving treatment in hospital.Fourteen passengers w…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:47hrs | 195 Views

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Chiwenga, Mohadi skip crucial Zanu PF politburo meeting?

A high-stakes ZANU PF politburo meeting proceeded in Harare on Wednesday without Vice-Presidents Constantino Chiwenga and Kembo Mohadi, as the ruling party convened its final session before Parliamen…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 20:44hrs | 1506 Views

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Bosso players boycott training session

Tensions at Highlanders FC escalated on Wednesday morning after players reported for training but refused to take part in the session, intensifying pressure on the club over unpaid salaries.The lates…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 19:57hrs | 0 Views

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Seven arrested over armed robbery spree in Nyabira

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has arrested seven suspects in connection with a series of armed robbery cases in Nyabira, Mashonaland West.The suspects — Malvin Mohammed Maisiri (32), Leonard Mahwindo …

Published: 06 May 2026 at 19:40hrs | 752 Views

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Teacher jailed for indecent assault of pupils

The Chinhoyi Magistrates’ Court has convicted a 47‑year‑old primary school teacher and sentenced him to 24 months’ imprisonment for indecently assaulting three female pupils.The offences occurred in …

Published: 06 May 2026 at 18:57hrs | 767 Views

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Pandemonium as Gilston Farm is set on fire

There was pandemonium at Gilston Farm in Manyame after large sections of the property went up in flames, in what war veterans and collaborators occupying the land believe was an arson attack orchestr…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 18:33hrs | 938 Views

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Chivayo denies rift with Chiwenga

Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has dismissed claims of a fallout with Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga, saying he holds the former military commander in high regard despite public perceptions of str…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 18:28hrs | 863 Views

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Beyond the 5 year horizon: Rethinking Zimbabwe's electoral cycle

Zimbabwe's current debate around constitutional reform, particularly the proposal to move toward a seven-year parliamentary presidency under Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CA3), is not emerging…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 14:42hrs | 374 Views

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Zimbabwe prosecutors urged to remain apolitical

Prosecutor-General Loice Matanda-Moyo has called on prosecutors in Zimbabwe to maintain strict political neutrality and uphold constitutional principles as the foundation of their work, while pushing…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 14:27hrs | 0 Views

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Chinamasa defends Constitutional Amendment Bill

Debate over the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Bill, 2026, is intensifying as legal and political arguments sharpen over whether the proposed changes require a referendum and how they cou…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 14:25hrs | 0 Views

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Nyanga man convicted for destroying villager's crops in land dispute

A 39‑year‑old Nyanga man has been convicted of malicious damage to property after destroying crops belonging to another villager during a land dispute.Luckson Benedict, also known as Luckson Mahato, …

Published: 06 May 2026 at 13:21hrs | 0 Views

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Mawarire says Chivayo interview exposes power tensions, political positioning

Political commentator Jealous Mawarire says a recent media interview involving businessman Dumbuzenene (Chivayo) has exposed deeper political dynamics and alleged tensions within Zimbabwe's leadershi…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 13:20hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe, World Bank reaffirm cooperation on economic reforms and re‑engagement agenda

Zimbabwe has reaffirmed its cooperation with the World Bank Group as Government continues to pursue economic reforms, re‑engagement and investment‑driven development.Finance, Economic Development and…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 13:18hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe deepens ties with Montenegro as UN Security Council bid gathers momentum

Zimbabwe's diplomatic campaign for a non‑permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (2027–2028) continues to gain traction, with Government intensifying high‑level engagements aimed at str…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 13:16hrs | 221 Views

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Zimbabwe part of a joint bid to co-host 2028 AFCON

Zimbabwe is among six Southern African countries set to join South Africa in a joint bid to co-host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, South Africa's Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie …

Published: 06 May 2026 at 12:51hrs | 0 Views

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14 dead as Malawi-bound bus crashes in Zimbabwe

Fourteen people were killed on Tuesday afternoon after a Malawi-bound bus was involved in a दुर्घent along the Harare–Nyamapanda Highway, police have confirmed.In a statement, authorities said the fa…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:19hrs | 0 Views

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Chivayo's US$200,000 bus stakes raise Harare Derby fever

Zimbabwe's domestic football scene has received a dramatic boost after businessman Wicknell Chivayo dangled a massive incentive ahead of the Harare Derby, offering Dynamos FC a brand-new luxury bus i…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:18hrs | 929 Views

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Kombi crew, passengers foil armed robbery

A kombi crew and their passengers bravely teamed up to subdue an armed robbery suspect who had attacked a teenage girl in Mutare.The incident occurred on the night of May 2, 2026, as the 16-year-old …

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:17hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe cabinet cuts mining fees to boost investment

The Zimbabwean government has approved sweeping reductions in licences, permits and levies in the mining sector as part of broader reforms aimed at improving the ease of doing business and attracting…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:16hrs | 217 Views

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Chiedza was trafficked and enslaved to perpetrate online scams in Myanmar

Four months after returning home, Chiedza (not her real name), 33, is still grappling with the trauma of being trafficked to Southeast Asia, where she was forced to work in online scam operations und…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:16hrs | 458 Views

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Council mulls scraping rates for churches

Mutare City Council is considering scrapping the payment of municipal rates for churches, in a move that could ease financial pressure on religious institutions.Speaking during the 1336th Full Counci…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:15hrs | 0 Views

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Tension clouds ex-Zipra Commander's funeral

The funeral of the late Colonel (Rtd) Patron Khutshwekhaya Nketha Ndlovu has been overshadowed by allegations of intimidation and restricted media access, raising concern among war veterans and polit…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:14hrs | 588 Views

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Zimbabwe govt dismisses school renaming claims

The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has dismissed speculation over the renaming of schools in the Mbare/Hatfield District, clarifying that a circulating document is merely part of a preli…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:14hrs | 283 Views

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Pressure mounts on Bulawayo water supply despite moderate dam levels

Bulawayo's water supply remains under pressure despite moderate dam levels, with officials warning that conservation remains critical as the city continues to battle persistent shortages.This emerged…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:13hrs | 0 Views

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Bulawayo to host 2026 National Culture month celebrations

The Government has approved plans for this year's National Culture Month celebrations, which will be hosted in Bulawayo under the theme "Cultural Diversity and Creativity: Advancing Vision 2030."The …

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:13hrs | 0 Views

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Chimombe, Mpofu pin hopes on Supreme Court ruling

Convicted business partners Mike Chimombe and Moses Mpofu remain in legal limbo as they await a Supreme Court ruling on whether they will be granted leave to appeal their convictions and lengthy pris…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:12hrs | 301 Views

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Colonel (Rtd) Patron Khutshwekhaya dies at 75

The Commander of the Zimbabwe National Army, Asher Walter Tapfumaneyi, has announced the death of liberation war veteran and retired senior officer Colonel (Rtd) Patron Khutshwekhaya, who died at the…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:10hrs | 423 Views

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Harare loan plan sparks outcry over missing millions

The City of Harare is facing renewed backlash from residents after announcing plans to borrow nearly US$17 million for infrastructure and service delivery projects, amid unresolved concerns over a pr…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:10hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe engages SA over xenophobia fears

The Zimbabwean government has moved to reassure citizens living in South Africa that their safety is not under immediate threat following renewed concerns over xenophobic tensions targeting foreign n…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:09hrs | 0 Views

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Detectives in US$162,000 theft storm

National Foods Limited has approached the High Court seeking the recusal of a Harare magistrate in a complex case involving the alleged theft and disputed handling of US$162 000 recovered as an exhib…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:06hrs | 0 Views

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EMA halts MPs' wetland housing project

The Environmental Management Agency (Environmental Management Agency) has moved to stop construction of residential stands intended for Members of Parliament following public outrage over alleged dam…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:05hrs | 205 Views

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ZAPU pushes for hero status for Rtd Col Nketa

The Zimbabwe African People's Union (ZAPU) has called for the late retired Colonel Dallas Patron Khutshwekhaya Nketa Ndlovu Mlevu to be declared a national hero, praising his lifelong contribution to…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:02hrs | 0 Views

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Lobby group warns of rising gun crime risk in Zimbabwe

A Zimbabwean civic organisation, the Xikolokolo Lobby Group, has petitioned Parliament calling for urgent tightening of firearm laws, warning that weak enforcement could lead to a rise in gun-related…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:02hrs | 0 Views

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Man in court over fatal petrol attack on ex-wife

A 33-year-old Harare man has appeared in court facing murder and attempted murder charges after allegedly setting his former partner and her companion on fire during a violent confrontation in Mabvuk…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:01hrs | 246 Views

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Zimsec to be Zimbabwe's sole examination body by 2027

The Government has confirmed a major education policy shift, stating that the Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) will become the sole national examinations body from 2027, as part of a tra…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:00hrs | 0 Views

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Mnangagwa chairs Zanu-PF's 392nd Politburo session

President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday presided over the 392nd session of the Zanu-PF Politburo, which opened with a solemn minute of silence in honour of national heroes who passed on during the rep…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:59hrs | 691 Views

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Zanu-PF teacher dragged to court over active politics

An opposition councillor has taken legal action against the Public Service Commission (PSC), seeking the discipline of a Masvingo-based teacher accused of openly engaging in partisan political activi…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 10:59hrs | 0 Views

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3 Tsholotsho RDC councillors fired, 2 exonerated

Government has dismissed three Tsholotsho Rural District Council (RDC) councillors following the conclusion of an independent tribunal that investigated allegations of criminal abuse of office and fr…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 10:58hrs | 0 Views

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Duo convicted over unlicensed mining explosives

Two Harare men have been convicted after being found in possession of commercial explosives without the required permits, in a police operation targeting illegal mining and related criminal activity.…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 10:58hrs | 0 Views

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Harare man duped US$15 000 in fake mining deal

A 36-year-old Harare man has appeared in court on fraud charges after allegedly conning a prospective miner out of US$15 000 in a fake mining deal involving a promised government permit.Simon Musika …

Published: 06 May 2026 at 10:57hrs | 0 Views

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Senior doctors accused of criminal abuse of duty acquitted

Harare regional magistrate Marehwanazvo Gofa has acquitted Medical and Dental Practitioners Council of Zimbabwe (MDPCZ) chairperson Dr Rose Kambarami and vice-chairperson Dr Zindoga Bungu on charges …

Published: 06 May 2026 at 10:56hrs | 0 Views

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Zanu-PF Harare launches cell verification exercise

ZANU-PF Harare province has begun a cell verification exercise aimed at streamlining party structures and improving the accuracy of its membership database.Harare provincial chairman Godwills Masimir…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 10:55hrs | 0 Views

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ConCourt sets May 14 sitting to mark Malaba retirement

The Constitutional Court of Zimbabwe will hold a special ceremonial sitting on 14 May to formally mark the retirement of Chief Justice Luke Malaba, closing his tenure at the helm of the country's jud…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 10:55hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe tourism earnings surge 14% in Q1

Zimbabwe's tourism sector recorded strong growth in the first quarter of 2026, with receipts rising 14 percent to US$251 million, up from US$221 million in the same period last year, signalling a rob…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:19hrs | 194 Views

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Insiza Ward 20 residents hail empowerment programme ...as Zanu‑PF shadow councillor Nkomo delivers donations

Residents of Lambamai Centre in Ward 20, Insiza North, were left jubilant after a large‑scale empowerment programme that saw the distribution of livestock, farming equipment, solar lights and cash as…

Published: 05 May 2026 at 19:19hrs | 632 Views

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Four arrested over string of house break‑ins in Masvingo

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has arrested four suspects in connection with a series of unlawful entry and theft cases recorded in and around Masvingo between December 2025 and April 2026.Police ident…

Published: 05 May 2026 at 19:11hrs | 396 Views

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AU sounds alarm over Gulf escalation, cites economic risks for Africa

The African Union Commission has raised concern over renewed tensions in the Gulf region, warning that the escalation could have far‑reaching economic consequences for African countries.In a statemen…

Published: 05 May 2026 at 19:08hrs | 0 Views

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High Court compels release of State land probe report

The High Court of Zimbabwe has ordered President Emmerson Mnangagwa to publish a long‑withheld Commission of Inquiry report into the sale of State land, ruling that continued secrecy violated citizen…

Published: 05 May 2026 at 16:43hrs | 634 Views

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The Difference Between Tiny Rowland and Wicknell Chivayo in Their Influence Over Zimbabwe's Political Leadership

Zimbabwe's history has always been shaped not only by politicians, but by businessmen who understand how to navigate power. From the era of liberation politics to today's patronage-driven economy, tw…

Published: 05 May 2026 at 13:22hrs | 0 Views

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Zambia's cheaper fuel passes through Zimbabwe first

Zimbabwe continues to rank as the most expensive fuel market in the region despite serving as a key transit corridor for petroleum products destined for landlocked Zambia, according to recent pricing…

Published: 05 May 2026 at 13:04hrs | 1081 Views

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Man killed over US$9 debt in CBD dispute

A Chinhoyi man who had recently spoken publicly about overcoming drug and substance abuse has been arrested in connection with a fatal stabbing over a US$9 dispute, police have confirmed.The incident…

Published: 05 May 2026 at 13:04hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe secures US$1,4bn investment commitments

Zimbabwe has secured US$1,4 billion in investment commitments in the first quarter of 2026, signalling renewed investor confidence and strengthening momentum towards economic growth under Vision 2030…

Published: 05 May 2026 at 13:03hrs | 394 Views

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New ZiG notes ease cash crunch

The introduction of new Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) banknotes is beginning to ease cash shortages and improve everyday transactions, although economists say long-term confidence will depend on whether the cu…

Published: 05 May 2026 at 13:03hrs | 357 Views

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Mzembi granted US$1k bail pending judgment

Former Cabinet Minister Walter Mzembi has been granted US$1 000 bail by the High Court in Harare while awaiting judgment in a case in which he is accused of defrauding Government of US$2 million duri…

Published: 05 May 2026 at 13:03hrs | 0 Views

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Another fatal Malawian bus crash closes N1 in Limpopo

Council cracks whip on push cart operators

Police recover 43 stolen goats packed in a kombi

Matebeleland's healthcare crisis exposes Zimbabwe's broken promise

Equatorial Guinea's Obiang Nguema Mbasogo visits Mnangagwa

What makes a corrupt despotic leader think he will succeed where other despots have failed?

Farmer convicted for destroying crops in Nyanga land dispute

Anti‑sanctions boss Zharare arrested again

Motorbikes exempted from ZBC radio licences

Funeral policy practices exploiting bereaved families, says ZNOART

Insiza Ward 18 residents forge ahead with CAB3 and Vision 2030 campaign

REHAB OF HORRORS! - Bulawayo runaway 'therapist' accused of rape, torture, pimping girls to bigwigs

Chivayo denies being 'person of interest'

Zimbabwe's significant geological feature on earth

NRZ secures US$115m Afreximbank deal to revive rail system

Another new interchange for Harare

Mnangagwa returning 67 European-owned farms

Telecel Zimbabwe's collapse creates unusual investment opportunities

Ramaphosa disowns 'shady' Chivayo

Mthuli Ncube caught in Mnangagwa term extension crossfire

Diesel consumption surge signals Zimbabwe economic recovery

Tenant hauled to court over $1 500 property damage

Lodge owner losses US$8 000, car to armed robbers

Telecel rescue bid opens

Zimbabwe moves to classify coal as 'special' critical mineral

Mayor cracks whip on indiscipline

Chivayo, Madzikanda clash in High Court

Unsafe work practices still driving preventable injuries in Zimbabwe

Natpharm's dire state jolts Parliament

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CJ Malaba to hold final Constitutional Court sitting

Chivayo seeks to nullify marriage with Sonja

Netflix unveils supernovela with adaptation of Sue Nyathi's 'The Polygamist'

Mnangagwa implores Zanu-PF members to uphold party Constitution

Gwekwerere confirms marriage collapse

Man sues panel beaters over 'impounded' car

Mnangagwa pleads for unity amid Zanu PF succession storm

NEC approves Zimpapers short-time working

Man jailed for machete attack on police officer

Inmate allowed to attend father's funeral

Ex-SSB paymaster in court over alleged payroll fraud

3 women convicted over sale of counterfeit motor parts

Zimbabwe blood too costly

Chinese CEO accused of political interference in Zimbabwe

Mutodi brings CBD to a standstill

Ramaphosa distances self from presence of wanted individual during Zimbabwe visit

Malawi-bound bus crash death toll rises to 17

Chiwenga, Mohadi skip crucial Zanu PF politburo meeting?

Bosso players boycott training session