Columnist / Stephen jakes
Influx of Shona candidates of Zanu PF in Bulawayo worrying
MTHWAKAZI Republic Party President Mqondisi Moyo has expressed concerns over the influx of Shona candidates being fielded by the ruling Zanu PF in Matabeleland and in Bulawayo in particular....Published: 05 Apr 2023 at 13:25hrs | 2665 | by Stephen Jakes
My accuser begged to join our farming project before cheating us: former ZNA captain
The former Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) Captain Solomon Ndlovu who had been jailed six years for theft of vehicle belonging to a businessman Osfael Mazibuko has said his accuser had begged to join the...Published: 14 Sep 2022 at 14:52hrs | 1108 | by Stephen Jakes
Controversy around reinstatement of acquitted army captain
...he feels he is unfair treated THERE is controversy around the reinstatement of a former Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) Captain Solomon Ndlovu wh...Published: 08 Sep 2022 at 11:33hrs | 3217 | by Stephen Jakes
Migration of qualified staff, unprocedural appointments rocks LSU
Lupane State University is facing serious migration of qualified personnel to sister universities amid revelations the university is now opting for unprocedural recruitment of lecturing staff....Published: 05 Sep 2022 at 17:01hrs | 3670 | by Stephen Jakes
BCC host young leaders conference
Bulawayo City Council is set to host the young leader's conference on Saturday 4th June, where youths will partake with business gurus who will share know...Published: 03 Jun 2022 at 13:37hrs | 299 | by Stephen Jakes
High court orders headmistress to compensate minor illegally expelled from school
HIGH Court Judge Justice Catherine Bachi Mzawazi has ordered the Headmistress at Rugare Government Primary School to compensate a 13-year-old minor for the learning time which she lost for eight days ...Published: 24 May 2022 at 14:08hrs | 1532 | by Stephen Jakes
High court overturns conviction of 'covid-19 vaccine seeking' Goromonzi residents
THE High Court has overturned the conviction of three Goromonzi residents who were fined ZWL5 000 each last year for disorderly conduct when they allegedly protested over stock outs of coronavirus vac...Published: 23 May 2022 at 14:46hrs | 881 | by Stephen Jakes
Negligent ZRP pays the price for tear-gassing woman
ZIMBABWE Republic Police (ZRP) has paid more than ZWL140 000 as compensation to a Harare woman who was tear-gassed by some law enforcement agents three years ago.Fifty eight-year-old Mavis Muz...Published: 23 May 2022 at 14:21hrs | 1880 | by Stephen Jakes
Mash-Central abandons Zanu-PF
Mukaradzi Gold Fields are reported to have been invaded by some of president Emmerson Mnangagwa's children and relatives amid reports Zanu PF is being ditched by members in the province. Indic...Published: 22 May 2022 at 13:49hrs | 3802 | by Stephen Jakes
Police conduct awareness campaigns on gender-based violence and Human trafficking
The Zimbabwe Republic Police last week, conducted an awareness campaign against Gender-based violence with a bid to create more cognizance and reduce cases rape targeting mostly women and children in ...Published: 22 May 2022 at 13:41hrs | 204 | by Stephen Jakes
77 goats die at LSU due to procurement malpractices
Seventy-seven (77) goats died at Lupane State University due to procurement malpractices in a clear abuse of state funds.The $52 000 000 for Innovation and Industrialisation from ZIMDEF has co...Published: 22 May 2022 at 13:37hrs | 2670 | by Stephen Jakes
Telecel to sell promotional airtime in US dollar
Mobile Network Operator Telecel Zimbabwe has announced that it will be selling promotional airtime in US dollars.In a statement, Telecel said in a promotion called "Dollar on us" a customer ca...Published: 11 May 2022 at 19:26hrs | 654 | by Stephen Jakes
Septuagenarian challenges traditional leaders' bizarre custom
A 76-year-old Nyanga man has asked a traditional leader to return his livestock and money which he paid as punishment after his 15-year-old grandson was convicted and fined for allegedly violating an ...Published: 11 May 2022 at 19:23hrs | 874 | by Stephen Jakes
One dies, four injured in Zupco freak accident
One person reportedly died while four others were injured when a commuter omnibus they were travelling on crashed on a Nissan Sunny at an intersection along the Bulawayo-Harare Road opposite Parklands...Published: 11 May 2022 at 19:20hrs | 1568 | by Stephen Jakes
Zimra installs automated systems to curb corruption
ZIMBABWE Revenue Authority has installed four automated systems in various entry and exit points of the country to curb corruption.ZIMRA ICT Director Shamu Moyo recently said they were making ...Published: 10 May 2022 at 15:13hrs | 1984 | by Stephen Jakes
Liquor hubs should contribute funds to psychiatric centres
Bulawayo residents have appealed to Liquor hubs owned by deputy minister Raji Modi to contribute a certain amount towards the psychiatric centres like Ingutsheni hospital to help victims of substance ...Published: 09 May 2022 at 15:10hrs | 765 | by Stephen Jakes
Youth organisation partners with Unicef on Covid-19 programme
Youth Advocates Zimbabwe (YAZ) has stated implementing an outdoor design campaign on art mural to bring awareness through youth advocacy on Covid 19, substance abuse prevention and Sexual and Reproduc...Published: 06 May 2022 at 12:54hrs | 158 | by Stephen Jakes
ZLHR pay tribute to brave journalists
ON World Press Freedom Day, Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) has paid tribute to the brave media practitioners in Zimbabwe and across the globe, who continue to pursue the truth despite the pe...Published: 03 May 2022 at 15:07hrs | 129 | by Stephen Jakes
LGBTQI flee Russia crackdown
Gays and lessbiens are reported to have fled from Russia and the Vladimir Putin's government has since launched a crackdown on the group.In an email Zeynep Sentek, a Network coordinator said T...Published: 03 May 2022 at 15:05hrs | 843 | by Stephen Jakes
CCC MP helps youth acquire IDs
Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) legislator Sichelesile Mahlangu is using her own personal money to assist youth to acquire the national identity documents.Mahlangu said some youths said th...Published: 03 May 2022 at 14:52hrs | 450 | by Stephen Jakes
Zimbabwe's 'new dispensation' from HERO to ZERO in record time!
The world over, revolutions and events that cause seismic shifts in a country's political landscape, are celebrated and recognized as national holidays.Right here in Zimbabwe, we have April 18...Published: 03 May 2022 at 14:48hrs | 402 | by Stephen Jakes
Mwonzora hints on ordinary congress date
MDC Alliance leader Douglass Mwonzora has hinted that the ordinary congress of the party will be held in June this year.This was revealed by the party's information department today."T...Published: 03 May 2022 at 14:41hrs | 950 | by Stephen Jakes
Aggrieved motorist sues city of Harare and govt for gross negligence
A ZIMBABWEAN motorist is suing City of Harare and Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure Development for more than US$15 000 in damages caused to his vehicle which fell into an open and unmarked dit...Published: 01 May 2022 at 20:50hrs | 749 | by Stephen Jakes
ZLHR salutes all workers for resilience
ON this International Workers Day, Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) has saluted all workers in Zimbabwe for their immense contributions to the country and their resilience in the face of the e...Published: 01 May 2022 at 20:48hrs | 144 | by Stephen Jakes
Mine owner kicked out by invaders
A MINE owner in Matobo has lost his mine to invaders who are reportedly being assisted by the government officials in the takeover of the property.Ndodana Moyo says he has been the owner...Published: 01 May 2022 at 20:46hrs | 936 | by Stephen Jakes
IOM seek to address irregular migration flows in Africa
The International Organisation for Migration (IOM) is working flat out in an effort to curb the irregular migration flows in Africa amid revelations it has trained 40 frontline officials (16M/24F) on ...Published: 01 May 2022 at 20:43hrs | 287 | by Stephen Jakes
Tortured and abused teacher wins compensation
A ZIMBABWEAN court has ordered authorities to pay $200 000 to a teacher who was arrested, tortured and abused by some Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officers three years ago.Munyaradzi Masiyiw...Published: 01 May 2022 at 20:41hrs | 727 | by Stephen Jakes
Zim authorities rescind dismissal of traditional leaders sacked for resisting partisan manipulation during elections
ZIMBABWEAN authorities have reinstated six traditional leaders to their positions as village heads after rescinding their illegal and unceremonious dismissal which took place seven years ago.T...Published: 01 May 2022 at 20:38hrs | 649 | by Stephen Jakes
Most stateless people are in Matabeleland due to Gukurahundi
MATABELELAND REGION is the one that is currently having the largest population who are stateless due to Gukurahundi.This was reve...Published: 01 May 2022 at 12:01hrs | 561 | by Stephen Jakes
New app to aide e-education exhibited at ZITF
A Zimbabwean based Spring Hub Publishing Company (SHPC)is showcasing an application at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF)....Published: 30 Apr 2022 at 18:29hrs | 252 | by Stephen Jakes
Police hunt for attempted murder suspects
POLICE are hunting for two suspects accused of attempting to kill two villagers using dangerous weapons.Matabeleland South police spokesperson, Loveness Mangena said police were looking for Ma...Published: 29 Apr 2022 at 14:13hrs | 580 | by Stephen Jakes
Mashonaland East Pork producers open retail and wholesale meat distribution centre
The Mashonaland East Pork Producers Business Syndicate (MEPPBS), a group of farmers from four districts namely Goromonzi, Marondera, Seke, and Murehwa reg...Published: 29 Apr 2022 at 06:38hrs | 853 | by Stephen Jakes
Zim consulate issues disclaimer on invite for virtual consular services applications call
The Consulate of the Republic of Zimbabwe has issued a disclaimer on scammer and fraudster alert fake document, bearing its letterhead and stamp inviting ...Published: 29 Apr 2022 at 06:33hrs | 420 | by Stephen Jakes
Ekhaya vote takes voter education to rural areas
Ekhaya vote, a consortium of civic organisations have intensified voter education in rural areas in a bid to increase voter awareness....Published: 29 Apr 2022 at 06:30hrs | 539 | by Stephen Jakes
Matabeleland communities feel the effects of climate change
Villagers in Bubi ward 19 are living in fear after a herd of elephants invaded their fields. The invasion which began a week ago h...Published: 29 Apr 2022 at 06:27hrs | 411 | by Stephen Jakes
Human rights group exposes rampant violations of female waste pickers' rights
The Matabeleland Institute for Human Rights (MIHR) have revealed that female waste pickers in Bulawayo face challenges ranging from lack of protective clothing, poverty, very low prices of the picking...Published: 28 Apr 2022 at 07:26hrs | 169 | by Stephen Jakes
Zimbabwean mechanic dies in freak work accident in Botswana
A Zimbabwean aged 50 employed as a mechanic by the Mupane Gold Mine in Botswana died while pumping a Load Haul Dump (LHD) loader tyre that exploded on him.Mupane general manager, Cedric Samtol...Published: 28 Apr 2022 at 07:16hrs | 1308 | by Stephen Jakes
Villager excited over gains from goat meat project
For 60-year-old Soni Nkomalama of Sihlengeni Village in Ward 5 of Nkayi district, the direct goat meat marketing approach has been a game changer.Latest Zimbabwe Agricultural Growth Prog...Published: 28 Apr 2022 at 07:13hrs | 712 | by Stephen Jakes
NGO donates PPEs to Ekuphumuleni Geriatric Nursing Home
The Haven Trust, a local organization that provides a safe space for abused women and children away from their abusers, has donated personal protective equipment to Ekuphumuleni Geriatric Nursing Home...Published: 28 Apr 2022 at 07:11hrs | 378 | by Stephen Jakes
Old Nic Mine donates US$10 000 to UBH
The Old Nic Mine recently donated US$10 000 to the United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH) towards buying of technological advanced equipment for endoscopic surgeries.The donations came followin...Published: 27 Apr 2022 at 12:56hrs | 149 | by Stephen Jakes
Value project promotes access to finance for small, medium pork producers
The VALUE project is promoting access to finance for value chain upgrading for small and medium scale pork producers in 8 districts where the project is operational.This is revealed in the lat...Published: 27 Apr 2022 at 12:53hrs | 162 | by Stephen Jakes
Mnangagwa to attend 2022 Investing in African Mining Indaba in Cape Town
The President of Zimbabwe, Emmerson Mnangagwa, is confirmed to attend 2022 Investing in African Mining Indaba, taking place in Cape Town from 9 - 12 May 2022.Reports say since assuming the man...Published: 27 Apr 2022 at 11:43hrs | 170 | by Stephen Jakes
High mealie meal prices baffle consumers
THE RECENT increase in mealie meal prices by 50% has irked consumers across Zimbabwe who are saying it has become unaffordable due to poor incomes they are earning while most of them are not formally ...Published: 27 Apr 2022 at 08:07hrs | 2408 | by Stephen Jakes
Zera's continued excessive fuel price increases worry Zimcodd
The Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development (Zimcodd) has expressed worry over the continued excessive increase of fuel price by the Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (Zera).The worry ca...Published: 27 Apr 2022 at 08:06hrs | 1071 | by Stephen Jakes
One dies in a head on collision accident
ONE person dies while seven others among them five family members from Cowdray Park cheated death by a whisker when a Toyota Vitz collided head on with their Mazda Familia at a 70km peg along Harare- ...Published: 27 Apr 2022 at 08:04hrs | 887 | by Stephen Jakes
Junior parliamentarians and police must be included in child Justice consultation
The participants at a recently held consultation conducted by the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs on the Child Justice bill submitted that junior parliame...Published: 27 Apr 2022 at 08:03hrs | 70 | by Stephen Jakes
Suicide death spikes in Bulawayo
Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has urged the public to seek councelling following a spate of suicide cases in Bulawayo this month. ...Published: 26 Apr 2022 at 15:36hrs | 1735 | by Stephen Jakes
Villagers worried over post by-election violence
BINGA villagers have expressed worries over the escalation of the post by election violence as they are reportedly accused by the ruling Zanu PF activists of voting for the opposition Citizen Coalitio...Published: 26 Apr 2022 at 10:37hrs | 1101 | by Stephen Jakes
Over 10 000 people assisted in human rights issues
THE International Organisation of Migration (IOM has assisted 10 823 beneficiaries with emergency support in the form of litigation, counselling and medical support, food assistance, human rights awar...Published: 26 Apr 2022 at 10:36hrs | 189 | by Stephen Jakes
Police arrest two goats thieves in Bulawayo
Two men were recently arrested in connection with the theft of goats in Mbembesi in Matabeleland North.The suspects are identified as Kenneth Chirwa (42) and Gift Sibanda (32) of Cowdray Park ...Published: 26 Apr 2022 at 10:34hrs | 733 | by Stephen Jakes
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