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Tackling Zimbabwe's property price surge
The Zimbabwean property market is facing significant challenges, marked by skyrocketing property prices that seem incongruous when compared to those in neighbouring South Africa.These challeng...Published: 24 Jun 2024 at 10:13hrs | 81 | by Dr Bekithemba Mpofu
Charting the optimal path for Zimbabwe's development REITs
This discourse delves into three principal governance models: the trustee-fund manager model, the board of directors approach, and the trustee-advisory board model.In the intricate landscape o...Published: 09 Jun 2024 at 09:13hrs | 1 | by Bekithemba Mpofu
Rejuvenating the Real Estate Market in Matabeleland, Zimbabwe: Strategies for Development and Competitiveness
Chief Real Estate Officer, Integrated Properties Zimbabwe, a nation with a storied history and a vibrant yet tumultuous economy, faces multifaceted chal...Published: 19 May 2024 at 20:58hrs | 31 | by Dr Bekithemba Mpofu
The journey of real estate investment trusts in Zimbabwe
In the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of Zimbabwe's financial markets, real estate investment trusts (REITs) stand as formidable instruments for both capital growth and market participation....Published: 19 May 2024 at 15:39hrs | 29 | by Dr Bekithemba Mpofu
Remittances and FDI: Harmonizing Zimbabwe's economic strategies for sustainable growth
Zimbabwe's economy stands at a critical juncture, grappling with deep-seated challenges such as systemic unemployment, volatile currency fluctuations, and an uncertain business climate. Within this pr...Published: 18 May 2024 at 15:27hrs | 15 | by Dr Bekithemba Mpofu
Strategic Analysis of Zimbabwe's Monetary Policy and Its Implications on the Real Estate Sector
Introduction The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe unveiled a new monetary policy aimed at stabilizing the country's currency and economy. The policy focuses on ...Published: 07 Apr 2024 at 09:17hrs | 9 | by Dr Bekithemba Mpofu
Why is Welshman Ncube being ethnically targeted and bullied?
I repeat and for good reasons, no matter what it takes, Shona ethnic majoritarianism, Gukurahundism and imperialism has to be fought in the following spheres: culture and language , education, healthc...Published: 16 Dec 2023 at 08:48hrs | 1 | by Bekithemba Sibhalwa Jnr
Why Zimbabwe is the best place to visit in 2023
Zimbabwe is a landlocked country in southern Africa. It is bordered by Zambia to the north, Mozambique to the east, South Africa to the south, and Botswana to the west. The capital and largest city is...Published: 12 Apr 2023 at 15:52hrs | 24 | by Thobekile Zhou
Dating without using Dating Apps
Dating apps have become increasingly popular in recent years, as they provide a convenient way to meet new people. However, not everyone is comfortable using dating apps, and some people prefer to mee...Published: 12 Apr 2023 at 15:31hrs | 63 | by Thobekile Zhou
SA foreign minister Sisulu laughs as she donates to death squads
In a country where hospitals are not functioning, civil servants are paid paltry amounts and children are dropping out of schools it becomes ironic for any government to be prioritizing outsourcing te...Published: 13 Mar 2019 at 21:07hrs | | by Bekithemba Mpofu
Fresh arrests as Ramaphosa jets in
MDC national spokesperson Jacob Mafume has been confined at ZRP Law and Order section for the whole day in the company of his attorney Advocate Bhatasara of Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights.T...Published: 11 Mar 2019 at 12:05hrs | | by Hon Bekithemba Mpofu
Treason craze hits military government
The military government today charged party Deputy Treasurer General and Kuwadzana East MP Hon Charlton Hwende with subverting a Constitutionally elected government.Most MPs including Hon Amos...Published: 05 Mar 2019 at 19:39hrs | 1 | by Hon Bekithemba Mpofu
Command injustice on Biti
Command injustice was today displayed when the court convicted and sentenced MDC Deputy National Chairperson Hon Tendai Biti for 'announcing results'.This is despite the fact that the court it...Published: 18 Feb 2019 at 12:36hrs | | by Hon Bekithemba Mpofu
Dexter Nduna's extremist tendencies unacceptable
The MDC is concerned by the pattern of extremist statements by one Dexter Nduna in parliament. The man is not supposed to be in parliament in the first place, he lost an election and benefited from ZE...Published: 15 Feb 2019 at 10:18hrs | | by Bekithemba Mpofu
Mnangagwa out of touch, cruel and disrespectful
The military government has removed any doubt of its cruelty and lack of remorse when its front man Emmerson Mnangagwa appeared in a disgusting interview of France24.He displayed a clear misun...Published: 13 Feb 2019 at 08:50hrs | | by Hon. Dr. Bekithemba Mpofu
'Mnangagwa out of touch, cruel and disrespectful'
The military government has removed any doubt of its cruelty and lack of remorse when its front man Emmerson Mnangagwa appeared in a disgusting interview of France24.He displayed a clear misun...Published: 13 Feb 2019 at 06:37hrs | | by Bekithemba Mpofu
Unrepentant Mnangagwa flies with expensive jet again
Mnangagwa has once again demonstrated his lack of care for the mounting economic woes in Zimbabwe.He once again flew in a hired Swiss Dreamliner which will cost the fiscus millions. When...Published: 09 Feb 2019 at 12:04hrs | 1 | by Bekithemba Mpofu
Increasing rape allegations a cause for concern
The past few days have seen a surge in allegations of state sponsored rape cases. Some of the women who were interviewed were followed, brutalized and arrested.These point out to institutions ...Published: 25 Jan 2019 at 13:29hrs | 12 | by Dr. Bekithemba Mpofu Deputy National Spokesperson
ZANU plot against MDC officials exposed
The MDC is concerned by a concerted attempt to tarnish the image of the party creating conspiracy theories with a bid to arrest and persecute the leadership.In Gweru, trumped up charges agains...Published: 23 Jan 2019 at 13:01hrs | | by Bekithemba Mpofu
Judge robs MDC, hides behind technicalities
An Electoral Court ruling which confirmed Dexter Nduna as the representative of Chegutu East,a constituency which he lost even by the hostile ZEC's own account is day light robbery. The j...Published: 22 Oct 2018 at 06:58hrs | | by Hon Bekithemba Mpofu, MDC Deputy Spokesperson
Highlanders fans plan boycotting matches in protest?
Highlanders fans plan to boycott matches in protest?Below is a message circulating among Highlanders supporters.SUNDAY 4 JUNE*_#ASIFUNI BUMBULU_*~No to hooligan...Published: 31 May 2017 at 15:50hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Pastor Chamisa says, 'Zimbabwe to be a giant of the world in 10 years time'
Pastor Nelson Chamisa who also doubles up as opposition MDC-T vice-president has predicted Zimbabwe 'to be a giant of the world in 10 years time.Giving Zimbabwe a future sense: Zim is not a me...Published: 31 May 2017 at 10:15hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Prophet Magaya's anointing inspire Yadah Stars
Yadah Stars' club owner Prophet Walter Magaya on Thursday 'anointed' his players soon after their emphatic victory.Recently, Yadah Stars have been struggling, leaving Magaya in a fit of rage a...Published: 26 May 2017 at 07:25hrs | | by Zhou Thobekile
Chicken Inn player's mother dies
Chicken Inn and Warriors defender Teenage Hadebe lost his mother hours before his side took on Highlanders today.Hadebe's mother reportedly collapsed and died.Hadebe missed the game as...Published: 25 May 2017 at 20:38hrs | 1 | by Thobekile Zhou
Dynamos in key victory
Harare City 0 - Dynamos 1 DYNAMOS red hot import Christian Ntouba Epoupa powered the troubled side to a one nil victory against Harare City on Thursday evening.Epoupa grabbed the solit...Published: 25 May 2017 at 20:30hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Caps United stun Alger
Caps United 2 - 1 USM Alger 1Caps United registered a massive 2-1 victory over visiting USM Alger of Algeria in a Caf Champions League Group B clash at the National Sports Stadium today....Published: 24 May 2017 at 18:01hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
MDC-T official house burnt
A house belonging to a Alice Shumba, an MDC-T official in Mberengwa, was burnt in a suspected arson attack.According to the Zimbabwe Peace Project, rival Zanu-PF youths are blamed for the atta...Published: 24 May 2017 at 15:51hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Former Bulawayo City man takes over at Harare City
Harare City has appointed Philani Ncube as the new head coach.The former Bulawayo City and How Mine coach takes over from Mike Madzivanyika who was under pressure recently.Former Warri...Published: 24 May 2017 at 15:47hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Highlanders FC disciplinary judgement update
The Premier Soccer League Disciplinary Committee has reserved the judgement in the matter involving Highlanders FC following a hearing that took place on Tuesday 23 May 2017 at the Premier Soccer Leag...Published: 24 May 2017 at 11:04hrs | 1 | by Thobekile Zhou
New school to open in Matabeleland South
As the controversy over planned closure of 40 schools in Matabeleland South rages on, a new school in Bulilima district, Himago Secondary is set to open this term.This is meant to reduce dista...Published: 24 May 2017 at 11:01hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Police urged to be ruthless with kombi drivers
Greater Harare Association of Commuter Operators (Ghaco) chairman Cosmas Mbonjani has begged the police to be ruthless with drivers without adequate papers."We are also working with VID to ens...Published: 24 May 2017 at 06:28hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Hidden agenda behind Zanu-PF violence, says Mphoko
Acting President Phelekezela Mphoko has claimed that there is a hidden agenda behind violent clashes that broke out at Zanu-PF Bulawayo provincial headquarters, Davies Hall on Sunday.Mphoko in...Published: 24 May 2017 at 06:26hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
'Mugabe's govt sabotaging Matabeleland education,' says Zimta
Zimbabwe Teachers Association chief executive officer Sifiso Ndlovu has accused President Robert Mugabe's Government of sabotaging education in Matabeleland by proposing to shut down 40 schools in Mat...Published: 24 May 2017 at 06:25hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Drunk cop in deep trouble, identified
A drunk cop captured in full uniform is in deep trouble as top bosses have vowed stiff action.Police chief national spokesperson Senior Assistant Commissioner Charity Charamba said the police ...Published: 24 May 2017 at 06:22hrs | | by Zhou Thobekile
Army warns criminal elements
The Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) has vowed to hunt down and prosecute 'criminal elements masquerading as recruitment agents'.Social media is awash with messages that the army is embarking on a...Published: 23 May 2017 at 19:11hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Man of the match gets beer packs, PSL sponsors condemned
The Castle Lager premiership sponsors have come under criticism for giving a man of the match packs of beer.Pictures have emerged of a Shabani Mine player being handed beer packs.Socia...Published: 23 May 2017 at 15:15hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Govt to 'shut down' 40 schools in Matabeleland South
Government through the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education is seriously considering shutting down close to 40 schools in Matabeleland South Province which have low enrolment.According ...Published: 22 May 2017 at 19:50hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Intwasa Arts Festival in drastic changes
Financial challenges have forced Bulawayo's premium arts festival - Intwasa Arts Festival koBulawayo to reduce days of the annual fete from five to three.This year the festival will be held fr...Published: 22 May 2017 at 09:24hrs | 2 | by Thobekile Zhou
PSL weekend results - Magaya team sinks
Sunday: Black Rhinos 3 - 0 Hwange Dynamos 1 - 1 ShabanieNgezi Platinum 2 - 1 ZPC KaribaTriangle 2 - 0 How Mine ...Published: 22 May 2017 at 06:22hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Zimbabwean woman gang raped in South Africa
The Zimbabwean Embassy in South Africa is investigating an alleged gang rape of a 22-year-old Zimbabwean woman based in that country.The woman was allegedly gang raped by 11 Tanzanians last we...Published: 22 May 2017 at 06:18hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Chamisa turns down 'fake degree' offer
MDC-T vice-president, Nelson Chamisa has refused to join a bandwagon of well known people who are handed honorary doctorate degrees from obscure universities.Chamisa snubbed once such offer fr...Published: 22 May 2017 at 06:10hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
PSL to discipline Highlanders tomorrow
Premier Soccer League (PSL) has acted swiftly and summoned Highlanders for disciplinary hearing following crowd trouble that forced a match abandonment on Sunday against rivals Dynamos at Barbou...Published: 15 May 2017 at 15:33hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Manhunt for killer cop
Police in Zaka have launched a massive manhunt for a police officer who reportedly killed a pedestrian who was mentally challenged last week. According to an internal police c...Published: 15 May 2017 at 12:14hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Lloyd Chitembwe picks his trusted men
Caps United coach Lloyd Chitembwe has announced his trusted first eleven men to do battle this evening against mighty Zamalek at Borg El Arab stadium in Egypt. This is t...Published: 12 May 2017 at 16:05hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Mugabe's ministers 'celebrate' Mzembi's defeat
Hospitality Industry Minister Walter Mzembi failure to land the UNWTO Secretary General post in Madrid, Spain today is a huge relief to his fellow cabinet members.Had he pulled the victo...Published: 12 May 2017 at 15:11hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Zimsec still to buy printing press- Dokora
The Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (Zimsec) is still to acquire a printing press which will cost $5 007 126.Only $1m has been paid to date, Primary and Secondary Education minister Lazar...Published: 12 May 2017 at 08:21hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Traffic cops free to urinate behind trees at roadblocks
Deputy Minister of Home Affairs Obedingwa Mguni has given police manning roadblocks countrywide a green light to urinate and defecate in the open as they please as there is no law against ...Published: 12 May 2017 at 08:01hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Matabeleland North to get teachers training colllege
Deputy Minister of Higher and Tertiary Education, Science and Technology Development Godfrey Gandawa has said prospective teachers from provinces that do not have training college's should...Published: 12 May 2017 at 07:31hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Mass service for Chidyausiku
A mass is planned for the late retired Chief Justice Godfrey Chidyausiku at Chishawasha Mission on Friday.Chidyausiku died on Wednesday last week, in South Africa, after battling w...Published: 10 May 2017 at 14:07hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
Punish errent retailers, Government told
Confederation of Zimbabwe Retailers president Denford Mutashu has pleaded with Government to punish retailers who continue to hoard cash and illegally trade in foreign currency.According...Published: 09 May 2017 at 10:05hrs | | by Thobekile Zhou
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