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Man stabbed while relieving himself in a bushy area

A 42-year-old man, John Nazaza, tragically died at Kadoma General Hospital last week after being stabbed while relieving himself in a bushy area near Munyaradzi High School.Family spokesperson Leo Nazaza said John was attacked by two unide…

Published: 6 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

SA-based ZEP holders face new challenges

South Africa-based Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders say they are being harassed, unlawfully detained and denied access to basic services  -  despite their permits being valid until May 27, 2027.The complaints are contained…

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zimbabweans abroad dismiss Ziyambi's claim

The Zimbabwe Diaspora Vote Initiative (ZDVI) has dismissed claims by Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi that Zimbabweans living abroad will only be able to vote after the passage of the proposed Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 of 2026.Th…

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zimra officer in US$1 million smuggling storm

A Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) officer has appeared in court for allegedly masterminding a sophisticated smuggling scheme that reportedly cost the tax authority more than US$1 million in lost revenue.Tinotenda Mawoyo (34), who was em…

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Man shoots ex-employee

A 54-year-old Harare man has appeared in court facing allegations of attempting to murder his former employee, whom he accuses of stealing and selling his mining equipment before disappearing without notice.Nkosiyabo Moyo appeared before H…

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Man jailed 20 years for raping minor

A 21-year-old man from Mufakose has been sentenced to 20 years' imprisonment at Chikurubi Maximum Security Prison after being convicted of crimes involving a two-year-old child.The accused appeared before Harare magistrate Noel Mupeiwa, wh…

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Father rapes, impregnates daughter

A man from Waterfalls, Harare, has appeared in court accused of repeatedly raping his 15-year-old daughter, reportedly resulting in her pregnancy.The accused was brought before Harare Regional Magistrate Sandra Mupindu yesterday and was no…

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Africa braces for health emergencies

Africa records over 200 health emergencies annually, highlighting the urgent need to strengthen prevention, preparedness, and rapid response systems across the continent.The rising frequency and complexity of outbreaks  -  from c…

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo rolls out twice-yearly HIV experiment

Bulawayo has marked a major milestone in Zimbabwe's fight against HIV following the launch of Lenacapavir, a long-acting injectable pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) administered just twice a year.Scores of people from key vulnerable groups,…

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Gweru City Council issues 14-day ultimatum over refuse disposal

Gweru City Council (GCC) has issued a 14-day ultimatum to business operators to regularise refuse disposal practices amid growing concerns over improper waste management and public health risks.The directive follows the Government's ban on…

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

US$5 000 reward to bring back missing 4-month-old baby

A heart-wrenching kidnapping in Bulawayo has taken a dramatic turn, with a United Kingdom-based Good Samaritan pledging US$5,000 for the safe return of a four-month-old baby abducted from her home in New Parklands.The infant was allegedly …

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe suffers first defeat at T20 World Cup

The Zimbabwe national cricket team endured their first loss of the ongoing T20 World Cup on Monday, falling by 107 runs to the West Indies at Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, India.The match marked Zimbabwe's opening fixture in the Super 8 stag…

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe rejects $350m US health deal, citing sovereignty concerns

Zimbabwe has abandoned a proposed $350 million health funding agreement with the United States, following a directive from President Emmerson Mnangagwa who described the proposed deal as one-sided and undermining national sovereignty.Accor…

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe thrashed by 107 runs

Zimbabwe's unbeaten run at the ICC T20 World Cup came to a crushing halt yesterday as the Chevrons were comprehensively beaten by 107 runs by the West Indies cricket team at Wankhede Stadium in India.Winning the toss, Zimbabwe skipper Sika…

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Constitutional Amendment Bill to restore political rights to traditional leaders

The recently gazetted Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment Bill (No.3) is set to restore political rights to traditional leaders, enabling them to exercise civic privileges like any other citizen while regulating their conduct through an ena…

Published: 8 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Cowdray Park residents clamour for title deeds

Residents of Cowdray Park ward 15 in Bulawayo have appealed to the government to fast-track the issuance of title deeds under the Kwangu/Ngakwami Presidential Title Deed Programme, following the recent distribution of 200 offer letters to …

Published: 8 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Geza's funeral trip disrupted by school authorities

The funeral of late war veteran Blessed "Bombshell" Geza continued to stir controversy even after his passing, as a bus carrying mourners from a Norton school, headed by his widow, was reportedly ordered to turn back while en route to his …

Published: 8 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mighty Warriors warned ahead of crucial Botswana clash

Zimbabwe's senior women's national football team head coach, Sithethelelwe Sibanda, has cautioned her players against complacency as they prepare to face Botswana in their final Group B match of the COSAFA Cup on Tuesday at the Old Peter M…

Published: 8 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Warrant of arrest for Chivayo

Joachim "G6" Chivayo - widely known on Zimbabwean social media for his high-flying lifestyle - has been declared wanted by the Directorate for Priority Crime Investigation (Hawks) in South Africa after failing to appear in court in connect…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Chegutu man jailed 6 years for raping niece

An 18‑year‑old man from Chegutu has been jailed for an effective six years after the Chinhoyi Regional Magistrates' Court convicted him of raping his 25‑year‑old relative.The court heard that on 21 September 2025, at around 11pm, the victi…

Published: 20 hrs ago | by Stephen Jakes

Lawyer threatens legal action against Lynette Stactia

Prominent Zimbabwean lawyer Advocate Thembinkosi Magwaliba has threatened legal action against Lynette Stactia over a widely circulated social media post accusing him of being a key architect of the proposed Constitutional Amendment No. 3 …

Published: 20 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Colonisers concern over Zimbabwe's 'muted' civil society

The European Union's ambassador to Zimbabwe, Katrin Hagemann, has expressed deep concern over what she described as a shrinking civic space and increasing political repression in the country, warning that developments affecting fundamental…

Published: 21 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF official wanted in South Africa over R15 million gold bust

Zanu-PF's deputy secretary for information and publicity in Harare province, Joachim Chivayo, is now wanted in South Africa after allegedly breaching bail conditions linked to a high-value gold case.South African authorities confirmed that…

Published: 21 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Man killed as shot meant for bull goes wrong

A weekend outing in Lushongwe, Gwanda, turned deadly when a 61-year-old businessman accidentally shot a man while attempting to kill a bull for slaughter.The victim, 47-year-old Butholezwe Sibanda, was struck in the chest and died instantl…

Published: 23 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Blitz to restore order in Harare's CBD launched

The Harare City Council on Monday deployed a joint team of Zimbabwe Republic Police traffic officers and municipal police in a targeted operation aimed at restoring order in the capital's central business district (CBD).The early morning b…

Published: 23 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mumba confesses love for 14-year-old 'child abductor''

A 36-year-old Bulawayo man has been sentenced to three years in prison after being convicted of having sexual intercourse with a 14-year-old girl.Godwell Mumba appeared before Bulawayo Provincial Magistrate Themba Chimiso on Monday, where …

Published: 23 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mugabe's son to spend another week behind bars

Late former Zimbabwean president Robert Mugabe's son will remain behind bars for another week after his attempted murder case was postponed on Monday to allow for a formal bail application.Twenty-nine-year-old Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe ma…

Published: 23 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Hippos invade Obert Mpofu's home in Nyamandlovu

Two hippos have been spotted just metres from the rural homestead of former Cabinet minister and Zanu-PF Politburo member Obert Mpofu at his Village 4 property in Epping Forest.The animals were first noticed on Monday morning after footpri…

Published: 23 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Jacuzzi for the boss, Hunger for the children: Inside Binga's luxury council scandal

In a district where hunger forces thousands of children out of school and most households lack even basic sanitation, a luxury four-bedroom house complete with a jacuzzi is nearing completion on the shores of Lake Kariba - built at public …

Published: 24 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Harare city to deal with problematic sewer line

Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume says the city council will redesign and redirect sewer lines at the corner of Kaguvi Street and Abercorn Street in a bid to permanently resolve recurring sewer blockages at the site.Posting on his Facebook page, M…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 16:11hrs | by Staff reporter

Passengers demands stiffer fines, jail terms on rogue kombis

The Passengers Association of Zimbabwe (PAZ) has called for stricter regulation of public transport operators, including heavier fines and custodial sentences for those who break traffic laws.The association warned that reckless kombi driv…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 16:11hrs | by Staff reporter

Vendors4ED plans malls across all provinces

The Vendors for Economic Development (Vendors 4ED) has announced plans to construct vendor malls in all of Zimbabwe's provinces by the end of the year, as the informal traders' organisation declared its support for the proposed Constitutio…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 16:10hrs | by Staff reporter

Ndiweni family moves to replace Nhlanhlayamangwe

A member of the Ndiweni family says the clan has identified a preferred candidate for the Ntabazinduna chieftainship and will soon submit the name to government for consideration.Douglas Ndiweni told CITE that the prolonged leadership vacu…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 16:09hrs | by Staff reporter

More nights in jail for Chatunga Mugabe and co-accused Matonhodze

Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe and Tobias Mugabe Matonhodze will remain in custody following their appearance at the Alexandra Magistrate's Court on charges linked to last week's Hyde Park shooting.The two face charges of attempted murder, def…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 11:39hrs | by Staff reporter

Trouble mounts for Chatunga Mugabe

Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe is expected to face additional charges when he appears in the Alexandra Magistrate's Court on Monday, as police continue searching for the firearm allegedly used in a shooting at a Hyde Park residence.Sources fam…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 11:03hrs | by Staff reporter

Mashakada's daughter clears First Farai in funeral funds storm

MEMORY "Madhiki" Mashakada, daughter of the late sungura musician Cephas Mashakada, has publicly cleared fellow musician First Farai of longstanding allegations that he embezzled funeral contributions collected 15 years ago.The controversy…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 11:02hrs | by Staff reporter

Garwe dismisses claims of extortion targeting headmen

Daniel Garwe has dismissed reports alleging that headmen and village heads are being compelled to pay money to officials at the Ministry of Local Government and Public Works for their protection.In a statement, Garwe described the claims a…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 11:01hrs | by Staff reporter

Wife killer arrested while trying to cross the Border into Mozambique

A 45-year-old man was arrested near the Mozambique border while allegedly attempting to flee the country after killing his 50-year-old wife.Elliot Nyambira, of Masvingo, was apprehended following the death of his wife, Muchaneta Makuwaza.N…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 11:00hrs | by Staff reporter

Zanu PF MP flees angry mourners

Tendai Pinduka was forced to make a hasty exit from a funeral in Guruve after being confronted by a group of irate illegal miners who accused him of neglecting their concerns.The miners, who have reportedly been clashing with Eureka Mine, …

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 11:00hrs | by Staff reporter

6 years for mob leader in brutal nightclub attack

A 26-year-old man will spend six years in prison after leading a violent mob assault that nearly claimed the life of a shop assistant in Zvishavane.Mthulisi Mangena was sentenced by the Zvishavane Magistrates' Court for attempted murder fo…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 10:59hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe records first advanced spine surgery

In a historic medical milestone, Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals on Friday successfully performed Zimbabwe's first minimally invasive endoscopic spine decompression surgery - a breakthrough that signals a major step forward for the country…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 10:58hrs | by Staff reporter

Young Zimbabweans turn to Chinese firms for expanded job opportunities

AS the job market remains competitive for fresh graduates, young Zimbabweans have expressed a growing interest in seeking career opportunities at Chinese firms, which have become a major source of employment in the southern African country…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 10:57hrs | by Staff reporter

'Zimbabwe war was about one man, one vote,' says Chiwenga

Constantino Chiwenga has called on young Zimbabweans to preserve the foundational values of the liberation struggle, warning that the country risks losing first-hand accounts of the war as veterans continue to pass on.Chiwenga made the rem…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 10:56hrs | by Staff reporter

'Grace Mugabe's son impregnates former minister's daughter'

Russell Goreraza, son of former First Lady Grace Mugabe, was yesterday accused of influencing the arrest and prosecution of Harry Moulder during a domestic violence trial at the Harare Magistrates' Court.The allegations emerged as Harry, s…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 10:55hrs | by Staff reporter

Ex-CCC candidate wins election on Zanu PF ticket

Gift Konjana, a former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) candidate in the 2018 harmonised elections, has claimed victory in the Chegutu Ward 1 by-election under the Zanu PF banner after crossing the floor from CCC.Konjana narrowly defeat…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 10:55hrs | by Staff reporter

Chatunga Mugabe: A family familiar with controversy

Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, 28, the youngest son of former President Robert Mugabe and Grace Mugabe, is facing serious legal challenges in both Zimbabwe and South Africa, marking a dramatic shift from the life of privilege he has long proj…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 10:52hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe no longer keen on raw mineral exports, says Mnangagwa

ZIMBABWEAN President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Friday said that his country is no longer satisfied with being a supplier of raw minerals and is seeking to boost local beneficiation and processing to accelerate industrialization and economic gr…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 10:52hrs | by Staff reporter

Chivi man dies after domestic dispute

A 25‑year‑old man from Chivi has died following a domestic dispute in which his wife reportedly threatened to report him to the police for assault.Masvingo Acting Provincial Police Spokesperson Assistant Inspector Masauso Patinyu confirmed…

Published: 23 Feb 2026 at 06:47hrs | by Stephen Jakes

Zimbabwean arrested over attempted murder in South Africa

A 32-year-old Zimbabwean national has been arrested following an alleged attempted murder at a traditional gathering near Meqheleng township in Ficksburg over the weekend.The suspect was also found in possession of an unlicensed firearm an…

Published: 22 Feb 2026 at 23:33hrs | by Staff reporter

West Indies' coach wary of motivated Zimbabwe ahead of T20 World Cup clash

West Indies head coach Daren Sammy believes Zimbabwe are extra motivated after topping a tough first group phase ahead of the Super Eights match on Monday.Both nations surprisingly topped their respective groups without a defeat to advance…

Published: 22 Feb 2026 at 21:06hrs | by Staff reporter

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