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Hichilema to make State Visit to Zimbabwe

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema is set to undertake a State Visit to Zimbabwe later this year, a move aimed at strengthening bilateral relations betwee

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Air Zim, NHS scoop tourism awards

MUTARE - National Handling Services (NHS) and the country's airline, Air Zimbabwe have emerged as the overall winner (and winner respectively) at the Sanganai Hlanganani Kumbanayi World Tourism Expo, held in Mutare this Friday.This prestig…

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Maimane calls on SA to hold Zanu-PF accountable

Build One South Africa (BOSA) leader Mmusi Maimane has urged the South African government to take a tougher stance against Zimbabwe's ruling party, ZANU PF, accusing it of exporting crisis into the region.Writing on his X (formerly Twitter…

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E.D. Mnangagwa road to close for sewer works

The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development has announced the temporary closure of a section of E.D. Mnangagwa Road at Highland Park to facilitate critical infrastructure upgrades.The closure will run from 3 PM on Saturday, 1…

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Armed forces and HIV infections

Soldiers are often viewed as the embodiment of strength, discipline, and resilience. They endure grueling training, withstand physical hardship, and face battlefields where survival hangs by a thread. But despite this image of invincibilit…

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Vendor goes blind after stealing potatoes

A family dispute in Mutasa has taken a bizarre twist after a vendor accused her aunt of stealing her potatoes and causing her to suffer mysterious bouts of blindness.The case was heard before Chief Mutasa's community court last Saturday, w…

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Convict escapes prison, arrested in less than 12 hours

A Kwekwe inmate's brief taste of freedom lasted just six hours after he escaped custody, only to be caught while trying to find transport to his rural home in Zhombe.John Nyika (40), who was already serving 24 months for unlawful entry, wa…

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Pharmacist sues CID officers for malicious arrest

A pharmacist based at Murambinda Growth Point in Buhera has taken three police officers from the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) to court, demanding US$50 000 in damages for what she describes as a malicious arrest and prosecution.…

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Manicaland councils in disarray

The Auditor General (AG) has exposed widespread weaknesses in financial management and accountability across local authorities in Manicaland, raising red flags over service delivery and the risk of fraud.The latest report reveals that most…

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Tourism Minister's Stance on Robots in Hotels Sparks Interest

MANICALAND - Zimbabwe's Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Honourable Barbara Rwodzi, has made a bold statement about the role of technology in the country's tourism sector, with major focus on robotics.Addressing delegates at t…

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Private parts rip-off attempt, condom wearing delay rescues rape victim

MOUNT DARWIN - A 55-year old female victim (name withheld for ethical considerations) from Lavin village under Chief Kandeya in Mount Darwin allegedly managed to escape from second attempt rape in fields boundary after her violent rapist s…

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Mnangagwa's Zimbabwe: Speak out, get jailed

In a chilling echo of Zimbabwe's authoritarian past, a Bindura man was recently jailed for allegedly insulting President Emmerson Mnangagwa and Vice President Constantino Chiwenga. According to court documents, Antony Sande, aged 42, was c…

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60% of Zimbabweans visit sangomas

Health and Child Care Minister Douglas Mombeshora has revealed that more than 60% of Zimbabweans are turning to traditional healers for medical assistance, a trend he said underscores the urgent need to restore confidence in the country's …

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RBZ's FIU goes after car dealerships

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe's (RBZ) Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has singled out the country's car dealership industry as the most vulnerable sector to money laundering, warning that its cash-heavy operations are creating fertile gro…

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Mudenda blames opposition for sanctions

Speaker of the National Assembly Jacob Mudenda has accused opposition legislators of being responsible for the economic sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe, in remarks that risk fuelling further tension in Parliament.The exchange took place duri…

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Zimbabwe's soccer nepotism falls to Mozambique

Nepotically and tribally selected Zimbabwe Under-17 national team endured a disappointing start to their Cosafa Championship campaign yesterday, losing 1-0 to Mozambique in front of a sizeable home crowd at Ngoni Stadium.The Young Warriors…

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418 000 pupils to sit for grade 7 exams

At least 418 000 pupils will sit for the Grade 7 Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (Zimsec) exams starting on September 22, with the Government assuring the public that strict measures are in place to prevent paper leakages.Primary and …

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Zanu-PF Bulawayo backs Mnangagwa beyond 2028

Zanu PF's Bulawayo Province has unanimously resolved to back President Emmerson Mnangagwa's leadership beyond 2028, with all five District Coordinating Committees (DCCs) making the endorsement their top priority ahead of the party's 22nd N…

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Spike in complaints over fake products

The Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) says it is overwhelmed by a surge in complaints from shoppers who have unknowingly purchased counterfeit or expired goods in retail outlets across the country.CPC public relations officer Felistas M…

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Erectile dysfunction man axes father to death

A 28-year-old man brutally killed his 86-year-old father at a farm in the Showground area on Wednesday after accusing him of practising witchcraft and being responsible for his erectile dysfunction problems.Police confirmed the arrest of T…

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Warriors fans call for Nees' dismissal

The National Soccer Supporters Association has called for the immediate dismissal of Warriors coach Michael Nees, accusing the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) of failing the nation by retaining him despite a dismal run of results.The …

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Hichilema to make State visit to Zimbabwe

Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema is set to undertake a State Visit to Zimbabwe later this year, a move aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations.The announcement was conveyed by Minister Maimbo, Co-Chair of the…

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China man jailed for rhino horn dealings

A Chinese national has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for illegally dealing in wildlife, one of the harshest penalties imposed in Zimbabwe's ongoing crackdown on poaching and the illicit wildlife trade.Harare magistrates on Thursday …

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Warriors fans call for Nees' dismissal

The National Soccer Supporters Association has called for the immediate dismissal of Warriors coach Michael Nees, accusing the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) of failing the nation by retaining him despite a dismal run of results.The …

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Man jailed for insulting Mnangagwa, Chiwenga and their mothers

A Bindura man will curse the day he decided to insult the President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his deputy Constatino Chiwenga while preferring opposition leader Nelson Chamisa on leadership qualities.Antony Sande (42) of Foothills Farm in Bind…

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Ian Smith never named anything after himself – why then are Zimbabwe leaders so insecure and desperate for self-glorification?

There is something quite unnerving about sitting leaders obsessing over naming things after themselves.Today, the Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa Law School is set to be officially opened in Kwekwe. To directly receive articles from Tenda…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 22:08hrs | 3 Views

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Murder suspects nabbed in Zambia

Two murder suspects in Kanyemba who allegedly killed their brother in a maize cobs dispute have been arrested.According to police, Alfred Kadziyanike (22) and Gilbert Kadziyanike (25) were arrested yesterday after being evasive to the poli…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 22:01hrs | 4 Views

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Zimbabwe to freeze civil service hiring in 2026

Zimbabwe's government will freeze recruitment across most state departments next year in a bid to contain the ballooning public wage bill, the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development has announced.In a circular confirmed by the minist…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 20:16hrs | 94 Views

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'Operation Dudula is a group of thugs,' says Malema

EFF leader Julius Malema has taken a swipe at the anti-immigrant group Operation Dudula, calling it "a group of thugs".The group is known for its harsh stance against foreign nationals, advocating for South Africans as first preference for…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 18:08hrs | 154 Views

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Businessman shoots wife dead, commits suicide

A sense of shock and grief has gripped the Tshidixwa suburb in Beitbridge after popular local businessman Farai Longwe, widely known as Mr Grocery, fatally shot his wife before taking his own life on Wednesday evening.The incident reported…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 17:45hrs | 276 Views

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Redcliff plans CBD relocation

Redcliff Municipality is pursuing an ambitious vision of attaining city status by 2030, with plans underway to relocate its Central Business District (CBD) closer to the highway to stimulate economic growth and attract investment in touris…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 17:43hrs | 83 Views

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Illegal private schools get 4 months to comply or face closure

The Government has issued a four-month ultimatum to private schools operating without official registration, warning that non-compliant institutions will be shut down from January 2026.Primary and Secondary Education Minister Torerai Moyo …

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 17:43hrs | 78 Views

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Munhumutapa day is not a public holiday

The Government has clarified that Munhumutapa Day, scheduled for September 15, is not a public holiday, despite widespread confusion.Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage Minister Kazembe Kazembe emphasized that the day "was never declared a …

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 17:42hrs | 94 Views

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Shurugwi Town Council proposes 10km radius expansion

Shurugwi Town Council has unveiled plans to expand the town's boundaries by 10 kilometres, a move aimed at creating space for orderly housing, commercial growth, and better land management.Town secretary Archibald Ncube said the proposed e…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 17:39hrs | 42 Views

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Zimbabweans in the eye of the SA immigration storm

South Africa's immigration debate is messy, emotional and deeply contested. It sits at the intersection of hard realities, political opportunism and painful history. Beneath the noise lies a set of contradictions and complexities that are …

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 17:37hrs | 55 Views

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Zimbabwean academic joins Sacomm executive

Zimbabwean-born scholar Dr Blessing Makwambeni has been elected to the executive committee of the South African Communication Association (Sacomm), where he will head the communication science portfolio.Makwambeni, who lectures in media st…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 16:12hrs | 35 Views

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Advocate Thabani Mpofu wins at the Supreme Court again

The Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal by the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) in a long-running legal battle over whether ferrochrome producer Zimasco (Pvt) Ltd is liable to pay mining royalties on chrome ore concentrates and ferroch…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 16:11hrs | 103 Views

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India dumps US Treasury bills

India has reduced its holdings of US Treasury bills over the past year, reflecting a more cautious approach in its central bank's management of foreign exchange reserves, the Indian Express reported on Tuesday.The newspaper cited US Treasu…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 15:55hrs | 89 Views

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Coltart appears opposed to slashing of parking charges

Bulawayo mayor David Coltart has voiced concern after the government ordered local authorities to cut parking, clamping and tow-away fees by half, a decision warmly received by residents but one he says will further strain municipal financ…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 15:42hrs | 64 Views

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South African men can now adopt wives' surnames

A historic ruling from the South African Constitutional Court today.The Apex court has handed down judgment that husbands in South Africa can now legally adopt their wives' surnames.The Constitutional Court confirms the Free State High Cou…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 15:36hrs | 51 Views

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Jonas Kasamba misses Sanganai/Hlanganani special night

Sungura legend Alick Macheso's chanter Jonas "baba Sophia" Kasamba missed last night's show dubbed Sanganai special night in Mutare at Platinum Leisure Centre.Mutare is hosting the world Expo Sanganai/ Hlanganani/ Kumbanayi for the first t…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 14:33hrs | 102 Views

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Nyamapanda immigration boss arrested

A principal immigration officer stationed at Nyamapanda Border Post has appeared in court on allegations of fraudulently granting holiday visas to seven Chinese nationals, including a prohibited immigrant who was already in police custody.…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 13:31hrs | 214 Views

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Elvis Moyo stripped of EFC heavyweight title

In a dramatic turn of events just hours before one of the most anticipated bouts of the year, Zimbabwe's Elvis "Bomber" Moyo has been stripped of his EFC Heavyweight Championship after failing to make weight for his clash against Democrati…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 13:30hrs | 143 Views

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Treasury cracks down on budget overruns

The Treasury has moved to clamp down on unplanned spending across ministries, departments, and agencies (MDAs) following persistent budget overruns and opaque expenditure that have forced the government into increased borrowing, raising al…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 13:29hrs | 88 Views

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Zifa to decide Nees fate

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) technical committee will this week convene to review the Warriors' latest performances following back-to-back defeats in the 2026 FIFA World Cup African qualifiers.ZIFA president Nqobile Magwizi con…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 13:28hrs | 113 Views

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Provincial education director in BSPZ funds scandal

The corruption trial of Masvingo Provincial Education Director, Shylatte Mhike, continued yesterday with former Better Schools Programme Zimbabwe (BSPZ) Chivi District treasurer, Ramison Mafundikwa, appearing as the State's second witness.…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 13:28hrs | 79 Views

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Holy Ten apologises to Mnangagwa, checks into rehab

Rapper Holy Ten has revealed that he has checked into a rehabilitation facility in South Africa, admitting a prolonged battle with alcohol while rejecting persistent allegations of drug abuse that have trailed him in recent weeks.In a stat…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 13:26hrs | 147 Views

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Elon Musk toppled as world's richest man

Elon Musk has lost his title as the world's richest person to Larry Ellison, the co-founder of Oracle and an ally of US President Donald Trump.Ellison's wealth surged to US$393bn yesterday morning, surpassing Musk's US$385bn, according to …

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 13:13hrs | 142 Views

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2 Zimbabwe immigration officers arrested over visa fraud

Two immigration officers have been arrested for allegedly processing visas for seven Chinese nationals at Nyamapanda Border Post, including two who were already in police detention for violating Zimbabwe's immigration laws.One of the detai…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 13:12hrs | 110 Views

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InDrive driver loses vehicle in armed robbery

An InDrive driver, Gabriel Chivanga, 36, lost his employer's car during a robbery in Mufakose on Tuesday. The vehicle, a blue Toyota Aqua (AFW 7542), belongs to Molline Manyati, 31, of Tynwald.Police reports indicate that Chivanga received…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 13:11hrs | 79 Views

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Private sector to help in farm surveys to speed title deeds

The government has engaged the private sector to fast-track the surveying and issuance of title deeds to land reform beneficiaries, with a projected completion deadline of June 30, 2026, Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Devel…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 13:10hrs | 20 Views

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Hwange Unit 3 shuts down for 44 days

Zesa Holdings has announced that Unit 3 at Hwange Power Station will be taken offline for statutory maintenance from 10 September to 24 October 2025, a move aimed at enhancing the unit's reliability and efficiency.In a statement, the power…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 13:09hrs | 36 Views

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Sikhala hires private investigators after house bombing

Former Zengeza West legislator Job Sikhala has engaged private investigators to identify those responsible for the bombing of his Chitungwiza home, an attack he says will not deter his political mission.The incident occurred on August 30 w…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 13:06hrs | 43 Views

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Concern over illicit 'kambwa' addiction

Authorities at the government-run Chipadze Rehabilitation and Detoxification Centre in Bindura have raised alarm over an increasing number of clients addicted to illicit brews, cannabis, and crystal meth, which are flooding local markets.R…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 12:52hrs | 40 Views

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Zimbabwe joins African push for reparations from Britain

Zimbabwe has joined other African nations in calling on Britain to provide reparations for "historic colonial crimes," pledging solidarity at the ongoing Second African Union-Caribbean Community Summit in Ethiopia.The summit, held under th…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 12:51hrs | 31 Views

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Union petitions Parly to probe Chinese mining operations

The National Mine Workers Union of Zimbabwe (NMWUZ) has petitioned Parliament, raising concerns over alleged widespread labour and environmental violations at Chinese-owned mining companies operating in the country.The union formally submi…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 12:50hrs | 18 Views

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Trouble for Mnangagwa life presidency chief

Manicaland traditional leader Chief Oliver Saurombe is facing potential legal action over remarks in which he called for President Emmerson Mnangagwa to serve as Zimbabwe's life president. Lawyers have demanded a public apology and retract…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 12:50hrs | 63 Views

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The invisible professionals

Highly educated blacks working in South Africa struggle against a system that aims to exclude and sideline them. There is the open struggle that is fought with bullets and bombs out on the plains. War is declared. Battle lines are drawn. T…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 11:02hrs | 83 Views

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Nzenza-Muzonzini estate row explodes

The ongoing estate dispute between the late diplomat Charity Nzenza's family and her former husband, retired Brigadier-General Elisha Muzonzini, has taken a new turn, with Nzenza's siblings accusing Muzonzini of unlawfully winding up her e…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:57hrs | 109 Views

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Over 2 000 illegal firearm holders arrested

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) have arrested more than 2,000 suspects for illegal possession of firearms and other weapons during an ongoing operation dubbed "No to Illegal Firearms, Misuse of Toy Guns and Dangerous Weapons."In a state…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:57hrs | 74 Views

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Nyokayemabhunu fears SA is colluding with Zanu-PF

Since his arrest on 13 April, Wellington Masiwa has been in prison for illegally entering South Africa and for alleged fraud in Zimbabwe.Zimbabwean opposition activists believe the South African authorities are colluding with Zimbabwe's ru…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:56hrs | 91 Views

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Zimbabwe's escalating mental health crisis alarming

Stakeholders have raised alarm over Zimbabwe's worsening mental health crisis, warning that suicide, drug abuse and depression are taking a devastating toll on communities, particularly among young people and men.The concerns came to the f…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:55hrs | 22 Views

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South African Criminal Organization Exports 'Operation Dudula' to Zimbabwe

The female leader of Operation Dudula seems to believe violence is a badge of honour. She recently suggested that Operation Dudula should be exported to Zimbabwe to remove ZANU-PF. In South Africa, foreigners are treated like rats and mice…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:54hrs | 112 Views

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Mnangagwa's govt slammed over snubbing of Mzilikazi Day

Parliament has raised concerns over the government's continued refusal to officially recognise the annual Mzilikazi Day commemorations, despite the event drawing thousands of participants and carrying deep historical and cultural significa…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:54hrs | 75 Views

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Manhize steel plant shuts down

The country's largest iron and steel producer, Dinson Iron and Steel Company, has announced a two-month shutdown of operations at its Manhize plant in Mvuma to allow for system upgrades and plant maintenance.Company Public Relations Office…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:54hrs | 137 Views

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Land barons in court for US$419 500 fraud

Two suspected land barons, Lillian Chitanga and Spencer Maibeka, directors of Brickstone Builders and Contractors (Pvt) Limited, appeared in court yesterday facing allegations of defrauding 16 prospective home seekers of US$419 500 through…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:53hrs | 34 Views

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Woman sues estranged husband after 15-year abandonment

A Harare woman has dragged her husband to court, accusing him of abandoning her and their children for 15 years before resurfacing to cause turmoil in their lives.Fern Chiyanike told Harare Civil Court magistrate Ashton Dube that her husba…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:51hrs | 54 Views

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Advanced HIV threatens Zimbabwe's progress

Zimbabwe's progress toward ending AIDS as a public health threat by 2030 could be undermined by the growing burden of Advanced HIV Disease (AHD), health experts have warned.AHD refers to the late stage of HIV infection, where the immune sy…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:50hrs | 63 Views

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Mpofu denies colluding with Chimombe

Businessman Moses Mpofu, director of Blackdeck Pvt Ltd, yesterday denied allegations that he colluded with fellow businessman Mike Chimombe to manipulate government processes and fraudulently secure a multi-million-dollar tender under the …

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:49hrs | 23 Views

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Mnangagwa to commission ED Mnangagwa law school

The construction of the state-of-the-art Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa Law School at Midlands State University's new Kwekwe campus has been completed and will be officially commissioned today by President Mnangagwa.The ceremony coincides wit…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:49hrs | 22 Views

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Vocational Centre demolished to make way for spaza shop

Outrage is mounting in Mbare after the demolition of the township's only vocational training centre to make way for 144 tuckshops, a move residents say betrays President Emmerson Mnangagwa's Vision 2030 and undermines youth empowerment.For…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:48hrs | 18 Views

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4 artisanal miners die in mine collapse

Four artisanal miners died last Thursday after a disused shaft collapsed at Chengxi Gold Mine in Shurugwi, police confirmed on Wednesday."The ZRP confirms a mine accident which occurred at Chengxi Gold Mine, Shurugwi, on 04/09/25 where fou…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:47hrs | 43 Views

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PRAZ cracks whip on errant companies

The Procurement Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (PRAZ) has handled 53 cases involving companies found to have flouted procurement procedures, with one company permanently barred from participating in any public bidding process.Speaking at…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:47hrs | 25 Views

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Govt strengthens 'polluter pays principle for 'mining rehab

The Government is intensifying enforcement of the "Polluter Pays Principle" to ensure mining companies and individuals responsible for environmental degradation take full responsibility for rehabilitating affected ecosystems.Speaking to th…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:46hrs | 16 Views

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Council to cancel leases over rental arrears

Rusape Town Council has announced plans to cancel lease agreements for tenants who fail to clear their rental arrears by 2026, a decision made during a full council meeting on Thursday.Council chairperson Lovemore Chifomboti said the move …

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:46hrs | 41 Views

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Minister warns against sidelining traditional leaders

Minister of State for Matabeleland South Provincial Affairs and Devolution, Albert Nguluvhe, has called on government departments and development partners to respect the authority of traditional leaders when implementing programmes in loca…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:45hrs | 33 Views

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Bulawayo to evict illegal tenants from Burombo Flats

The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has announced plans to evict illegal tenants from Burombo Flats in Mzilikazi, citing escalating crime and deteriorating living conditions at the council-owned housing estate.The flats have been without elect…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:44hrs | 37 Views

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Harare Mayor calls for orderly gravel mining

Mayor Jacob Mafume has called for private companies to carry out orderly gravel mining at Warren Hills, citing environmental degradation, safety hazards, and reduced quality of life for nearby residents.Cllr Mafume described the hills as a…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:43hrs | 23 Views

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Land barons challenge contempt charges

Suspected land barons Rodgers Pote and Trymore Arineshito, facing charges of contempt of court for carrying out unauthorised development on an illegal settlement, have applied for discharge at the close of the State's case.Harare magistrat…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:16hrs | 37 Views

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Man returns home after 15 years, wrecks havoc

A Harare woman, Fern Chiyanike, has approached the Civil Court seeking protection from her husband, who abandoned her and their children 15 years ago and has recently resurfaced, allegedly causing turmoil in their lives.Chiyanike told Magi…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:14hrs | 132 Views

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Binga Council to repossess over 100 stands

The Binga Local Board has announced plans to repossess more than 100 undeveloped residential and commercial stands from owners who have failed to develop them over the past six years.In a notice, Binga Rural District Council CEO Joshua Muz…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:14hrs | 24 Views

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Mnangagwa to open Tourism Expo in Mutare

President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa is set to officially open the annual Sanganai/Hlanganani/Kumbanayi Tourism Expo in Mutare, which this year is being held under the theme, "Devolving Sustainable Tourism Development – Our Future."The ev…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:13hrs | 25 Views

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Grandpa dies after night of heavy drinking

A night of drinking ended tragically for 78-year-old Sattulus Ncube, who allegedly died after consuming large amounts of alcohol, police confirmed.Midlands Provincial police spokesperson, Inspector Emmanuel Mahoko, said Ncube's body was di…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:11hrs | 79 Views

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Air Force of Zimbabwe aircraft crashes, 2 dead

Tragedy struck the Air Force of Zimbabwe (AFZ) on Tuesday when a trainer aircraft reportedly crashed shortly after take-off at Manyame Airbase, claiming the lives of two personnel.According to unconfirmed reports, the plane lost power arou…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:10hrs | 208 Views

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Zimbabwe scraps fuel transit duty

The government has scrapped a contentious policy that required fuel tankers transiting through Zimbabwe to pay duty upon entry and reclaim it on exit, a measure transporters said was crippling the industry.The regulation, introduced last y…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:10hrs | 26 Views

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RBZ's tight monetary policy is stifling demand

The Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries (CZI) has cautioned that while the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe's (RBZ) restrictive Monetary Policy Statement (MPS) has succeeded in stabilising prices and supporting the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency, i…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:09hrs | 22 Views

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Govt vows to cancel non-performing road contracts

The Government has issued a stern warning to underperforming road contractors, declaring that it will not hesitate to terminate contracts for companies failing to deliver on agreed projects.Transport and Infrastructural Development Ministe…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:07hrs | 25 Views

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Union victimisation at Marula primary school

Workers at Marula Primary School in Matabeleland have accused school authorities of bullying and harassment over their decision to join the National Education Union of Zimbabwe (NEUZ).Ancillary staff say they are routinely shouted at, thre…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:06hrs | 26 Views

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Former NSSA boss loses US$50,000 to maids

Former National Social Security Authority (NSSA) general manager, Elizabeth Chitiga, was allegedly robbed of US$50,000 by her domestic workers while she was hospitalised.The two maids, Loveness Chagonda and Bevelima Chiroodza, appeared bef…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:05hrs | 45 Views

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Sewer bursts fuel disease outbreaks in Bulawayo

Bulawayo's worsening sewer bursts have been blamed for a spike in disease outbreaks, with residents forced to live alongside raw sewage flowing near or even into their homes.The concerns were highlighted in the latest Bulawayo City Council…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 10:05hrs | 28 Views

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Zimbabwe's invisible Minister

Let me confess. I never set out to write about Frederick Shava. In fact, I doubted there was anything worth saying. But that doubt is precisely the problem. Silence about him has been easy because he has perfected the art of disappearing i…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 09:59hrs | 93 Views

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Spur wants a bigger bite in Zimbabwe

Spur Corporation is set to expand its footprint in Zimbabwe with the opening of a new Doppio Zero restaurant in Harare, aiming to capture a larger share of the country's increasingly competitive dining market.Zimbabwe is Spur's second-best…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 09:58hrs | 21 Views

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Mnangagwa's birthday is not a Public holiday

Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information, Nick Mangwana, has dismissed calls to treat President Emmerson Mnangagwa's birthday as a public holiday, urging citizens to report to work as usual.Mangwana confirmed that the so-called "…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 09:57hrs | 135 Views

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Man beheads sister for rituals

A Magunje family has been left devastated after their son, Isaac Mashonga, brutally murdered his sister for ritual purposes before losing his sight on the eve of his trial.The now 28-year-old was convicted by High Court judge Justice Phild…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 09:56hrs | 45 Views

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Gold prices hit record high

Zimbabwe's gold miners are celebrating as local gold prices hit record levels on 9 September 2025, according to the latest mining sector data.Fidelity Gold Refinery (FGR) reported a top rate of US$110.36 per gram (US$3,431.66 per ounce) fo…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 09:56hrs | 13 Views

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Bulawayo firm repackaging water-damaged rice

Bulawayo authorities have launched an investigation into Flynote Investments (Pvt) Ltd, a local company accused of repackaging water-damaged rice, originally designated for stock feed, and distributing it for human consumption.According to…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 09:55hrs | 18 Views

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Man killed for spilling beer

A 41-year-old man from Hatcliffe has died following an assault at a local bar over a spilled beer incident.George Chibaya was drinking with 41-year-old Nelson Mazime and 44-year-old Zivengwa Zivengwa at a Hatcliffe bar last week when he ac…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 09:55hrs | 20 Views

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Zambia calls for removal of sanctions on Zimbabwe

Zambia has urged the full removal of all unilateral sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe, ahead of the SADC Anti-Sanctions Day commemorations next month. The appeal was made by Zambia's Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and I…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 09:54hrs | 19 Views

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Afreximbank powers Zesa with US$210m facility

Zimbabwe's power utility, Zesa Holdings, has secured a US$210 million financing facility from Afreximbank, aimed at strengthening the country's electricity infrastructure and importing additional power. The agreement, concluded on the side…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 09:53hrs | 10 Views

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Kavango lists on VFEX

British mining company Kavango Resources Plc has successfully completed its secondary listing on the Victoria Falls Stock Exchange (VFEX), expanding access for local investors. The listing follows the company's efforts to raise US$13.5 mil…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 09:53hrs | 8 Views

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