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Another fatal Malawian bus crash closes N1 in Limpopo

A serious road accident involving a Malawian passenger bus travelling from Gauteng forced the closure of the N1 near the Witvlag turn-off in the Soutpansberg Mountain Pass in Limpopo on Thursday evening.The Limpopo Department of Transport …

Published: 11 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Council cracks whip on push cart operators

Gweru City Council has given illegal push cart operators until Sunday to regularise their operations or risk having their equipment confiscated as part of a crackdown aimed at restoring order in the city centre.The local authority said the…

Published: 11 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Police recover 43 stolen goats packed in a kombi

Zimbabwe Republic Police officers in Harare intercepted a commuter omnibus carrying 43 suspected stolen goats along Lorraine Drive in Westgate on Wednesday, in a case that has exposed an alleged livestock theft syndicate operating between …

Published: 11 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Matebeleland's healthcare crisis exposes Zimbabwe's broken promise

Healthcare delivery across Zimbabwe's Matebeleland region continues to expose widening structural weaknesses within the country's public health system, with communities facing persistent shortages of medicines, staff, equipment and accessi…

Published: 11 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Equatorial Guinea's Obiang Nguema Mbasogo visits Mnangagwa

President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo is expected to arrive in Zimbabwe this weekend for a high-level State Visit aimed at deepening bilateral cooperation between Zimbabwe and Equatorial Guinea.The two-day visit, scheduled for May 9 to 1…

Published: 11 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Farmer convicted for destroying crops in Nyanga land dispute

The National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe has reported the conviction of a 39‑year‑old man for malicious damage to property following a land dispute that resulted in the destruction of crops in Nyanga.Luckson Benedict, also known as L…

Published: 12 hrs ago | by Stephen Jakes

Anti‑sanctions boss Zharare arrested again

There was drama at the High Court in Harare on Thursday when Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) leader Martin Zharare was arrested soon after court proceedings.Sources close to the investigations told Bulawayo24.com that Zharare is…

Published: 12 hrs ago | by Simbarashe Sithole

REHAB OF HORRORS! - Bulawayo runaway 'therapist' accused of rape, torture, pimping girls to bigwigs

What was sold to desperate families as a rehabilitation centre in Bulawayo has allegedly been exposed as a shocking house of abuse where patients were beaten, humiliated, sexually abused and allegedly pimped out to wealthy businessmen and …

Published: 14 hrs ago | by Staff Reporter

Motorbikes exempted from ZBC radio licences

The Government has clarified that motorbikes, tricycles, trailers and certain categories of moving machinery are exempt from paying Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) radio licence fees, bringing clarity to motorists following months …

Published: 14 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Funeral policy practices exploiting bereaved families, says ZNOART

The Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust (ZNOART) has raised concern over what it describes as unfair practices by funeral assurance companies, warning that many families are being burdened by costly and infle…

Published: 14 hrs ago | by Stephen Jakes

Insiza Ward 18 residents forge ahead with CAB3 and Vision 2030 campaign

Insiza Ward 18 residents gathered at PBS Hall on Wednesday for an interactive lesson on Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3), with speakers urging communities to embrace grassroots development and support national Vision 2030 program…

Published: 14 hrs ago | by Stephen Jakes

Another new interchange for Harare

Construction has begun on a new major road interchange at the intersection of Harare Drive and the Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo Expressway (formerly Airport Road) in Harare, marking another milestone in the government's ongoing infrastructure mode…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa returning 67 European-owned farms

Zimbabwe will return 67 farms previously seized during the country's controversial land reform programme to nationals from Denmark, Switzerland, Germany and the Netherlands, Agriculture Minister Anxious Masuka has confirmed, marking a sign…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Chivayo denies being 'person of interest'

The diplomatic fallout following South African President Cyril Ramaphosa's recent visit to Zimbabwe has intensified, after businessman Wicknell Chivayo responded strongly to speculation linking him to law enforcement investigations and his…

Published: 16 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's significant geological feature on earth

The 2.5-billion-year-old Great Dyke, a vast linear geological formation stretching roughly 550 kilometres through Zimbabwe from north to south, has been described as one of the most significant igneous structures on Earth, according to obs…

Published: 16 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Telecel Zimbabwe's collapse creates unusual investment opportunities

Telecel Zimbabwe, once Zimbabwe's second-largest mobile network operator with nearly two million subscribers and a commanding 15.1 percent market share in 2015, is now operating under voluntary corporate rescue after years of financial dec…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

NRZ secures US$115m Afreximbank deal to revive rail system

The National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) is finalising a US$115 million loan agreement with the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) aimed at rehabilitating critical rail infrastructure, locomotives, and rolling stock as part of efforts…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Ramaphosa disowns 'shady' Chivayo

Cyril Ramaphosa's recent visit to Zimbabwe has reignited scrutiny over President Emmerson Mnangagwa's close business associates after several controversial businessmen attended a high-level meeting held at Mnangagwa's Precabe Farm in Kwekw…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mthuli Ncube caught in Mnangagwa term extension crossfire

Mthuli Ncube is facing mounting criticism after linking Zimbabwe's controversial constitutional amendment proposals to economic stability and investor confidence.Ncube made the remarks while backing the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment N…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Diesel consumption surge signals Zimbabwe economic recovery

Zimbabwe's diesel consumption rose sharply during the first quarter of 2026, reinforcing signs of expanding economic activity across key productive sectors as the country continues its gradual recovery from years of subdued growth.Latest f…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Tenant hauled to court over $1 500 property damage

A 40-year-old Harare woman has appeared in court facing allegations of damaging property worth US$1 500 before allegedly vacating a rented house without informing her landlord.Michelle Davina Freemantle appeared before Harare magistrate Ly…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Lodge owner losses US$8 000, car to armed robbers

A lodge owner in Bulawayo's Famona suburb lost more than US$8 000 and a vehicle after two armed robbers allegedly posed as overnight guests before attacking the family at gunpoint.According to Zimbabwe Republic Police, the incident occurre…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Telecel rescue bid opens

Telecel Zimbabwe, once Zimbabwe's second-largest mobile network operator, has entered a critical phase in its survival after being placed under voluntary corporate rescue, with bids for the distressed telecoms company now open until June 1…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe moves to classify coal as 'special' critical mineral

Zimbabwe is preparing to designate metallurgical coal as a “special critical mineral” in a policy shift aimed at attracting new investment into the country's vast but underutilised coal reserves, amid renewed global debate over the future …

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mayor cracks whip on indiscipline

Aleck Tabe has issued a strong warning against corruption and indiscipline within the City of Masvingo, declaring that there is “no place for incompetent elements” as 32 newly recruited municipal guards graduated following an intensive law…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Chivayo, Madzikanda clash in High Court

An urgent legal dispute has escalated in the High Court of Zimbabwe between businessman Wicknell Chivayo and Sonja Louise Madzikanda, after Chivayo moved to have a divorce-related case dismissed and to overturn what he says is a reinstated…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Unsafe work practices still driving preventable injuries in Zimbabwe

Unsafe behaviour by workers and weak enforcement of safety standards by employers continue to drive avoidable workplace injuries across Zimbabwe's industrial and commercial sectors, according to the National Social Security Authority (NSSA…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Natpharm's dire state jolts Parliament

The Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Health and Child Care has announced nationwide site visits to National Pharmaceutical Company (Natpharm) depots following alarming revelations about the state of the country's central medicines proc…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Delta Beverages in court over 'worms' in soft drink

A 34-year-old Harare man has taken legal action against Delta Beverages after alleging that he discovered foreign objects in a 300ml Coca-Cola soft drink he was consuming, which he described in court as worms.The case is being heard at the…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

CJ Malaba to hold final Constitutional Court sitting

Luke Malaba is set to preside over his final sitting at the Constitutional Court in Harare on Monday next week, formally marking the end of a judicial career spanning more than four decades.The special sitting, scheduled to take place at M…

Published: 22 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Chivayo seeks to nullify marriage with Sonja

Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has launched an urgent High Court application seeking to have his estranged wife Sonja Madzikanda's divorce case dismissed, arguing that their customary union was already dissolved in 2024 and that ongoing liti…

Published: 22 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Netflix unveils supernovela with adaptation of Sue Nyathi's 'The Polygamist'

Netflix has made a major expansion move into the South African entertainment market with the adaptation of Zimbabwean-born, Johannesburg-based author Sue Nyathi's debut novel The Polygamist into a 22-episode "supernovela".The series, which…

Published: 23 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa implores Zanu-PF members to uphold party Constitution

Emmerson Mnangagwa has called on members of the ruling party to strictly adhere to the Zanu-PF Constitution in carrying out their duties, saying discipline and loyalty remain central to the organisation's cohesion and effectiveness.Address…

Published: 24 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Gwekwerere confirms marriage collapse

Former Evans Gwekwerere has confirmed the collapse of his marriage to Natasha Kaira Green following a domestic dispute that reportedly turned violent.Speaking exclusively to H-Metro, the former Dynamos striker admitted that he assaulted hi…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 08:01hrs | by Staff reporter

Man sues panel beaters over 'impounded' car

A Bulawayo man has taken Skyline Panel Beaters and Spray Painters to court, accusing the company of unlawfully holding onto his vehicle and demanding US$1 470 for spray-painting work he allegedly instructed them to stop.Mr Khumbulani Moyo,…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 08:00hrs | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa pleads for unity amid Zanu PF succession storm

Emmerson Mnangagwa on Wednesday made an emphatic call for unity within Zanu PF as internal divisions intensify over controversial plans to extend his stay in office beyond constitutional limits.Addressing a Politburo meeting in Harare, Mna…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:59hrs | by Staff reporter

NEC approves Zimpapers short-time working

The National Employment Council for the Electronics, Communications, Radio, TV Manufacturing and Allied Industry has approved an application by Zimbabwe Newspapers Group (Zimpapers)  to place workers at its television division on shor…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:58hrs | by Staff reporter

Man jailed for machete attack on police officer

A 28-year-old man from Bulawayo has been sentenced to an effective 12 months in prison after assaulting a police officer with a machete during an altercation at a bottle store.Blessing Makwanhla, of Mzilikazi suburb, appeared before Bulawa…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:57hrs | by Staff reporter

Inmate allowed to attend father's funeral

In a rare gesture of compassion, the Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Service recently granted a 26-year-old inmate from Hwange temporary leave from prison to attend his father's funeral.Emmanuel Chipembere, who is serving a six-month sen…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:55hrs | by Staff reporter

Ex-SSB paymaster in court over alleged payroll fraud

Former Salary Service Bureau paymaster Brighton Chiuzinga has appeared before the Harare Magistrates Court facing fraud charges linked to the alleged manipulation of the government payroll system.Chiuzinga, 59, appeared before Harare magis…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:54hrs | by Staff reporter

3 women convicted over sale of counterfeit motor parts

Three women from Mutare have been convicted for selling counterfeit automotive filters bearing the GUD trademark following a police sting operation targeting the illegal trade in fake motor spares.The three appeared before Magistrate Hones…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:52hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe blood too costly

The government says it is taking steps to reduce the cost of blood transfusions and improve access to blood services across Zimbabwe, following growing concern that current prices are unaffordable for many patients.The matter was raised in…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:50hrs | by Staff reporter

Chinese CEO accused of political interference in Zimbabwe

A storm is brewing at the Dinson Iron and Steel Company (DISCO), one of Zimbabwe's flagship industrial investments, amid allegations of political interference, labour discrimination, and community displacement involving its Chief Executive…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:49hrs | by Staff reporter

Mutodi brings CBD to a standstill

A section of Chinhoyi came to a standstill on Wednesday morning after murder suspect Nyasha Mutodi (36) was escorted by police to Pick n Pay Supermarket along Magamba Way for indications linked to a fatal stabbing case.Mutodi is accused of…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:48hrs | by Staff reporter

Ramaphosa distances self from presence of wanted individual during Zimbabwe visit

Cyril Ramaphosa has clarified that he had no prior knowledge of an individual of interest to law enforcement who was reportedly present during his recent working visit to Zimbabwe.The visit, held on Sunday at the invitation of Zimbabwean P…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:47hrs | by Staff reporter

Malawi-bound bus crash death toll rises to 17

The death toll from a horrific road traffic accident involving a Malawi-bound BRB Coaches bus has risen to 17 after three more victims died while receiving treatment in hospital.Fourteen passengers were confirmed dead on the spot following…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:47hrs | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga, Mohadi skip crucial Zanu PF politburo meeting?

A high-stakes ZANU PF politburo meeting proceeded in Harare on Wednesday without Vice-Presidents Constantino Chiwenga and Kembo Mohadi, as the ruling party convened its final session before Parliament votes on the contentious Constitution …

Published: 06 May 2026 at 20:44hrs | by Staff reporter

Bosso players boycott training session

Tensions at Highlanders FC escalated on Wednesday morning after players reported for training but refused to take part in the session, intensifying pressure on the club over unpaid salaries.The latest development marks a new phase in the o…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 19:57hrs | by Staff reporter

Seven arrested over armed robbery spree in Nyabira

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has arrested seven suspects in connection with a series of armed robbery cases in Nyabira, Mashonaland West.The suspects — Malvin Mohammed Maisiri (32), Leonard Mahwindo (26), Tension Mahwindo (26), Heavens Chi…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 19:40hrs | by Stephen Jakes

Teacher jailed for indecent assault of pupils

The Chinhoyi Magistrates’ Court has convicted a 47‑year‑old primary school teacher and sentenced him to 24 months’ imprisonment for indecently assaulting three female pupils.The offences occurred in March 2026, when the teacher used his po…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 18:57hrs | by Stephen Jakes

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Another fatal Malawian bus crash closes N1 in Limpopo

Council cracks whip on push cart operators

Police recover 43 stolen goats packed in a kombi

Matebeleland's healthcare crisis exposes Zimbabwe's broken promise

Equatorial Guinea's Obiang Nguema Mbasogo visits Mnangagwa

What makes a corrupt despotic leader think he will succeed where other despots have failed?

Farmer convicted for destroying crops in Nyanga land dispute

Anti‑sanctions boss Zharare arrested again

Motorbikes exempted from ZBC radio licences

Funeral policy practices exploiting bereaved families, says ZNOART

Insiza Ward 18 residents forge ahead with CAB3 and Vision 2030 campaign

REHAB OF HORRORS! - Bulawayo runaway 'therapist' accused of rape, torture, pimping girls to bigwigs

Chivayo denies being 'person of interest'

Zimbabwe's significant geological feature on earth

NRZ secures US$115m Afreximbank deal to revive rail system

Another new interchange for Harare

Mnangagwa returning 67 European-owned farms

Telecel Zimbabwe's collapse creates unusual investment opportunities

Ramaphosa disowns 'shady' Chivayo

Mthuli Ncube caught in Mnangagwa term extension crossfire

Diesel consumption surge signals Zimbabwe economic recovery

Tenant hauled to court over $1 500 property damage

Lodge owner losses US$8 000, car to armed robbers

Telecel rescue bid opens

Zimbabwe moves to classify coal as 'special' critical mineral

Mayor cracks whip on indiscipline

Chivayo, Madzikanda clash in High Court

Unsafe work practices still driving preventable injuries in Zimbabwe

Natpharm's dire state jolts Parliament

Delta Beverages in court over 'worms' in soft drink

CJ Malaba to hold final Constitutional Court sitting

Chivayo seeks to nullify marriage with Sonja

Netflix unveils supernovela with adaptation of Sue Nyathi's 'The Polygamist'

Mnangagwa implores Zanu-PF members to uphold party Constitution

Gwekwerere confirms marriage collapse

Man sues panel beaters over 'impounded' car

Mnangagwa pleads for unity amid Zanu PF succession storm

NEC approves Zimpapers short-time working

Man jailed for machete attack on police officer

Inmate allowed to attend father's funeral

Ex-SSB paymaster in court over alleged payroll fraud

3 women convicted over sale of counterfeit motor parts

Zimbabwe blood too costly

Chinese CEO accused of political interference in Zimbabwe

Mutodi brings CBD to a standstill

Ramaphosa distances self from presence of wanted individual during Zimbabwe visit

Malawi-bound bus crash death toll rises to 17

Chiwenga, Mohadi skip crucial Zanu PF politburo meeting?

Bosso players boycott training session

Seven arrested over armed robbery spree in Nyabira

Another fatal Malawian bus crash closes N1 in Limpopo

Mnangagwa returning 67 European-owned farms

Anti‑sanctions boss Zharare arrested again

REHAB OF HORRORS! - Bulawayo runaway 'therapist' accused of rape, torture, pimping girls to bigwigs

Police recover 43 stolen goats packed in a kombi

Equatorial Guinea's Obiang Nguema Mbasogo visits Mnangagwa

Council cracks whip on push cart operators

Zimbabwean woman dies at South African hospital; neglected due to her nationality

What makes a corrupt despotic leader think he will succeed where other despots have failed?

Zimbabwe tightens border security to curb trafficking

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