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'Devil's breath' the Zombie drug that steals your memory

ZIMBABWEANS are being urged to remain vigilant following growing reports of a dangerous drug known as "devil's breath" (pictured), a substance capable of stripping victims of free will, memory, and resistance.In South Africa, authorities a…

Published: 17 Sep 2025 at 08:20hrs | | by Jacob Mutisi

Zimbabwe has tragically become a lootocracy

Zimbabwe has been reduced to a shadow of its former promise - a jewel of Africa, a nation of hope and prosperity now lies bruised and exploited under the weight of a political elite that robs its people with impunity.Our country has tragic…

Published: 16 Aug 2025 at 16:22hrs | 558 | by Jacob Mutisi

Why Zimbabwe is not in First World

Forty-FIVE years since gaining Independence in 1980, Zimbabwe remains far from attaining First World status.This is not due to a lack of knowledge, exposure or vision. In fact, many of Zimbabwe's political elite are among the most well - t…

Published: 18 Jul 2025 at 08:44hrs | 365 | by Jacob Mutisi

How fraudsters steal your data

When a scammer wants to take over your WhatsApp, Facebook, Paypal, Amazon or online bank account, what stands in their way is the short message service (SMS) verification code.All of today's mobile or online applications, when installed, w…

Published: 02 Jun 2023 at 06:48hrs | 7 | by Jacob Mutisi

ZTV should adapt to technology changes

Technology is changing the way Zimbabweans watch TV; 90% of all Zimbabwean urbanites now watch TV over their mobile devices through streaming services, other than traditional TV sets.Keeping a business afloat in Zimbabwe is more difficult …

Published: 27 May 2022 at 20:15hrs | 2 | by Jacob Mutisi

QR-coded Covid-19 vaccination verification system needed now

NOW that it is business as usual, following the announcement that bars and nightclubs will be open and allowing only vaccinated individuals to attend these premises, worldwide Covid-19 is here to stay and the best we can do is to minimise …

Published: 08 Oct 2021 at 19:03hrs | 12 | by Jacob Mutisi

Zimbabwe needs a Cyber Court for online crimes

As more and more Zimbabwean businesses increasingly recognise the Internet as a place where commercial dealings can take place, the legal system will need to be equipped to not only understand the Internet, but use it as a tool to successf…

Published: 27 Aug 2021 at 06:36hrs | 1 | by Jacob Mutisi

Unfortunately, you can now buy counterfeit money online

DUE to the Covid-19 outbreak counterfeiters of United States dollars and South African rands have now moved from the streets to online.There is now always a website that is ready to sell and deliver whatever amount of counterfeit United St…

Published: 13 Aug 2021 at 06:45hrs | 18 | by Jacob Mutisi

Zimbabwe needs a cyber army to protect our cyberspace

ImagIne a cyberattack on Zimbabwe's mobile money platforms, financial service networks and electronic payment platforms that include point of sale systems. These kinds of attacks have now become common as the wars between the West and the …

Published: 30 Jul 2021 at 07:35hrs | 13 | by Jacob Mutisi

Hackers use phone number to unlock personal details

A DEPUTY minister recently lost R600 000 through a cyber security breach on his South African bank account. Cyber criminals used his phone number to unlock his personal data. A phone number is an easyto-find key that can be used by cyber c…

Published: 02 Jul 2021 at 19:44hrs | 17 | by Jacob Mutisi

Zimbabwe companies should leverage on ICT transformation

TODAY'S global economy is powered by technology. From insurance, banking, marketing, news, education, health and communication, it is hard to imagine a modern business that does not rely on technology to serve its customers, transact with …

Published: 10 Sep 2018 at 06:47hrs | 3 | by Jacob Mutisi

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Zimbabwe magistrates under spotlight

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First Lady warns against veld fires

We will deal with Mnangagwa during this conference: Geza

'Chiwenga will save country from destruction'

Edward Kieswetter charged over 'fake' judgment

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'Chiwenga will save country from destruction'

We will deal with Mnangagwa during this conference: Geza

Mnangagwa's betrayal of Chiwenga spells danger

Mangwana post sparks speculation: Was Chiwenga being mocked?

Biti slams 'unconstitutional' ouster of Mutodi

Zimbabwe Exemption Permits extended to 2027

Mutodi ousted

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