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Tungwarara's cash giveaways spark backlash

A storm is brewing within Zanu PF following controversial businessman and presidential adviser Paul Tungwarara's decision to reward social media activists with

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MPs sit past midnight to prevent Zanu-PF from concluding CAB3 debate

Parliament sat past midnight on Tuesday after opposition legislators mounted a determined effort to prevent the government from concluding debate on the controversial Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendme…

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ConCourt to deliver judgment in Mnangagwa term extension challenge

Zimbabwe's Constitutional Court is expected to deliver judgment on Thursday in a closely watched case brought by a group of liberation war veterans seeking to stop proposed constitutional amendments …

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Teen student allegedly raped by step father for 6 years

A TEENAGE student has allegedly been subjected to rape, on multiple occasions, sometimes at knife point, by her stepfather in a period stretching over SIX years.The student is now 15.Jonathan Takwilo…

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Double murder convict receives two life sentences

A 37-year-old man from Chipinge has been sentenced to two life terms by the High Court in Mutare after being convicted of murdering two girlfriends in separate incidents committed more than two years…

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Zimbabwe blockchain platform unveiled

The Financial Securities Exchange (FINSEC) has completed the development and testing of a blockchain infrastructure platform that will underpin Zimbabwe's emerging market for tokenised assets, markin…

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Gold deliveries jump 18% in May

Gold deliveries to the Fidelity Gold Refinery (FGR) recorded a strong rebound in May 2026, rising 18.84 percent to 3,951.01 kilogrammes from 3,324.59kg in April, marking the highest monthly output re…

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Nikita Mangena's son accused brandishing firearm at school rugby

A Harare man accused of brandishing a firearm and assaulting a teenage pupil during a schools rugby match was on Wednesday granted US$100 bail by the Harare Magistrates Court.Lotshe Yuri Rodgers Mang…

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SADC Ministers to meet in Zimbabwe

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Secretariat will convene a high-level ministerial cluster meeting in Bulawayo next week to co-ordinate policies on regional transport, communications…

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CCC MP tosses Constitution in protest

CCC legislator Caston Matewu was ejected from the National Assembly on Tuesday after a heated confrontation erupted during debate on the controversial Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Bill.…

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Zimbabwe central bank cuts policy rate to 30%

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has reduced its benchmark interest rate by five percentage points to 30 percent, citing a sustained decline in inflation and improving macroeconomic stability.The d…

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How does a whole cabinet agree that domestic workers deserve a measly $90?

It seems that in Zimbabwe, some workers are simply deemed unworthy.There is a profound, stomach-turning irony in policy decisions that pretend to be gifts while delivering nothing but insult. If you …

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NetOne's OneMoney powers financial inclusion, creates jobs and eases transfers through dense distribution network

OneMoney, NetOne’s mobile financial services platform, is driving a threefold transformation across Zimbabwe — expanding financial inclusion, creating sustainable employment through agency banking an…

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Pro‑CAB3 rally cancelled as opposition claims backing for Bill is fading, venue 'haunted'

Harare – A planned “citizens’ solidarity” rally in support of Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3), organised by Zanu PF, was cancelled this week, triggering competing claims about the Bill’s p…

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Mzembi claims his phone was hacked

Former Foreign Affairs Minister Walter Mzembi has claimed that his phone line was recently hacked, warning those responsible to stop what he described as attempts to monitor his communications.Mzembi…

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Miners accused of US$30 million mining claims scam

Two Bulawayo-based miners have appeared before the Harare Magistrates' Court facing fraud charges after allegedly orchestrating a scheme that resulted in the unlawful takeover of a mining company and…

Published: 17 hrs ago | 331 Views

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Egyptian in Zimbabwe court over alleged forged passport

An Egyptian national has appeared before a Bulawayo court facing charges of forgery and unlawful entry after allegedly using falsified travel documents and multiple identities in an attempt to enter …

Published: 17 hrs ago | 295 Views

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Heritage-based curriculum mandatory for all learners in Zimbabwe

The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education has reaffirmed that all learners in Zimbabwe, including those enrolled in Cambridge programmes, are required to follow the country's Heritage-Based Cur…

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Zimbabwe sounds alarm over criminal underworld in informal markets

Government has expressed concern over the increasing complexity of Harare's informal markets, warning that illicit activities, including drug and substance abuse, are becoming intertwined with inform…

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10,000 Malawians stranded in South Africa

The Government of Malawi has launched a large-scale humanitarian operation to repatriate thousands of its citizens from South Africa following vigilante attacks targeting foreign nationals in parts o…

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Victoria Falls Financial Services Centre set to get operating licences

Zimbabwe is poised to issue the first operating licences under the Victoria Falls International Financial Services Centre (IFSC), marking a significant milestone in the country's efforts to establish…

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Zimbabwe auto assembly plant nears completion

The Century Auto Assembly Plant in Mt Hampden is nearing completion, with investors reporting that the facility is now 95 percent complete and on track to commence vehicle production once outstanding…

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Zimbabwe eyes US$1bn in manufactured exports by 2030

Zimbabwe has set an ambitious target of increasing annual manufactured exports to at least US$1 billion by 2030 as Government intensifies efforts to accelerate industrialisation, promote value additi…

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CCC MP thrown out of National Assembly

CCC legislator for Marondera Central, Caston Matewu, was on Tuesday ejected from the National Assembly after a heated exchange during debate on the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment Bill (No. 3).The…

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UK appoints ex-Zimbabwe envoy as High Commissioner to Nigeria

The United Kingdom government has appointed former ambassador to Zimbabwe, Peter Vowles, as its next High Commissioner to Nigeria.The appointment was announced by the UK government on Tuesday, with V…

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The Polygamist goes global, trending on X

Zimbabwean author Sue Nyathi has achieved a major international milestone after her acclaimed novel, The Polygamist, was adapted into a Netflix telenovela, bringing Zimbabwean storytelling to audienc…

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A 22 years unfinished NUST building

The pictures attached are not from a ghost town. They are from the National University of Science and Technology (NUST), Zimbabwe's second-largest state university and a leading institution in engine…

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Fundraising campaign launched for Madzibaba VeShanduko

Journalist and government critic Hopewell Chin'ono has launched a fundraising campaign to assist opposition activist Godfrey Karembera, popularly known as Madzibaba VeShanduko, following his acquitta…

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Minimum wage for domestic workers now US$90 in Zimbabwe

Cabinet has approved an upward review of minimum wages for domestic workers and employees in unclassified operations, with the new rates taking immediate effect.The wage adjustments were presented to…

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Zimbabwe expands cancer care, targets free treatment

The Government has pledged to strengthen cancer care services and expand access to treatment for vulnerable groups, including rural communities, war veterans and low-income households, as part of bro…

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Zimbabwe inflation holds below 5%

Zimbabwe's annual inflation remained below five percent in May, reinforcing one of the country's most significant economic stabilisation achievements in recent years despite a global oil price shock …

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Chivayo fires back at Mliswa in explosive social media clash

Businessman and philanthropist Wicknell Chivayo has launched a blistering response to former Norton legislator Temba Mliswa following a social media exchange that has drawn widespread attention on X,…

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Musarara accused of economic blackmail

Suspended ZANU-PF Mazowe District Coordinating Committee chairman Tafadzwa Musarara has come under fire after challenging Government's grain import levy framework in court while warning that grain mi…

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Fuel prices expected to stabilise as US-Iran peace deal nears

Players in Zimbabwe's petroleum sector are expecting fuel prices to ease in the coming weeks following a breakthrough in negotiations between the United States and Iran, a development that has alread…

Published: 23 hrs ago | 310 Views

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Govt says Bulawayo-Victoria Falls highway deadline remains unchanged

The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to completing the long-awaited rehabilitation of the Bulawayo–Victoria Falls highway, with contractors remaining on site despite funding-related challenge…

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Matebeleland South grapples with high teenage pregnancy rate

Stakeholders in Matabeleland South have raised alarm over persistently high teenage pregnancy rates in the province, with the prevalence now standing at 27 percent, significantly above the national a…

Published: 23 hrs ago | 137 Views

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UFO over Zimbabwe in summer 2008 had CIA on 'high alert'

Zimbabwe has once again found itself at the centre of global discussions about unidentified flying objects (UFOs) following the release of newly declassified United States government documents detail…

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'Check on your relatives' graves'

Masvingo City Council has appealed to residents to visit local cemeteries and inspect the graves of their loved ones following the collapse, sinking and deterioration of a number of burial sites.The …

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ZRU condemn shocking gun incident at Eaglesvale

The Zimbabwe Rugby Union Interim Management Committee (IMC) has strongly condemned an incident in which a parent allegedly assaulted a match official and brandished a firearm following a schools rugb…

Published: 23 hrs ago | 155 Views

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9 killed, 25 injured as bus collides with train in Zimbabwe

Nine people were killed and 25 others injured after a bus collided with a National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) train at a level crossing in Chiredzi on Tuesday morning.The fatal accident occurred at a…

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Zimbabwe farmers surpass wheat planting record

Zimbabwe has surpassed last season's winter wheat planting record, with more than 123,000 hectares already planted as of June 14, placing the country on track to achieve its national target of 125,00…

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Man jailed 2 years for impersonating Justice Garwe

A 23-year-old Harare man has been sentenced to two years in prison after pleading guilty to impersonating Zimbabwe's Deputy Chief Justice, Paddington Garwe, in an attempt to obtain information from t…

Published: 16 Jun 2026 at 11:27hrs | 140 Views

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Currency mismatches costing Zimbabwe's insurers millions

Zimbabwe's short-term insurance sector is losing millions of dollars annually as currency mismatches between ZiG-denominated claim settlements and US dollar-priced vehicle repairs continue to undermi…

Published: 16 Jun 2026 at 11:27hrs | 132 Views

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Man gambles away employer's money

A 26-year-old Harare man employed by a local car sales company has appeared in court facing allegations of stealing thousands of dollars entrusted to him by his employer and gambling away a substanti…

Published: 16 Jun 2026 at 11:23hrs | 366 Views

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Mutare mourns ex-mayoress Jahwi

The city of Mutare has been plunged into mourning following the deaths of its first black mayoress, Shingirai Sarah Jahwi, and Ward Three councillor, Tichaenzana Maita, over the weekend.The two promi…

Published: 16 Jun 2026 at 11:19hrs | 191 Views

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15 000 drivers snared in camera crackdown

Zimbabwe's newly deployed Artificial Intelligence-driven Electronic Traffic Management System (ETMS) is identifying at least 15,000 traffic offenders every week, as authorities intensify efforts to r…

Published: 16 Jun 2026 at 11:18hrs | 216 Views

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Harare, govt sued over prepaid water meter rollout

A Harare woman has approached the courts seeking to halt the rollout of prepaid water meters in the capital, arguing that the programme is unlawful and violates existing municipal laws governing wate…

Published: 16 Jun 2026 at 11:18hrs | 165 Views

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Zimbabwean Widow loses bid to reclaim 120ha farm

The High Court in Bulawayo has dismissed an application by a Bubi woman seeking to nullify an offer letter issued to a man occupying a disputed 120-hectare resettlement plot, ruling that she failed t…

Published: 16 Jun 2026 at 11:17hrs | 243 Views

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Chivayo and Sonja Madzikanda were never 'married', says Court

The long-running legal dispute between businessman Wicknell Chivayo and his estranged partner Sonja Madzikanda took a dramatic turn on Monday after Madzikanda announced that the High Court had ruled …

Published: 16 Jun 2026 at 11:17hrs | 338 Views

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Musarara's grain levy challenge sparks debate

Suspended ZANU-PF Mazowe District Coordinating Committee chairman Tafadzwa Musarara has found himself at the centre of a growing political and economic debate after leading a court challenge against …

Published: 16 Jun 2026 at 11:15hrs | 121 Views

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Zimbabwe Parliament resumes CAB3 debates

Debate on the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment Bill (No. 3) is set to resume in the National Assembly today, with Parliament expected to conclude the Second Reading stage of the proposed legislatio…

Published: 16 Jun 2026 at 11:15hrs | 195 Views

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Stop chasing spaza shops, take back the mines, says Malema

Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) president Julius Malema has urged South Africans to focus on broader economic transformation rather than directing anger at foreign nationals operating spaza shops, ar…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 21:07hrs | 714 Views

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Zimbabwe reviews Liquor Licence Act

The Government has launched a nationwide review of Zimbabwe's liquor licensing framework, with stakeholder consultations underway as authorities seek to modernise legislation, improve regulatory effi…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 20:55hrs | 510 Views

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Zimbabwe slashes broadcasting fees by 50%

Zimbabwe's broadcasting sector is poised for renewed growth after the Government approved significant reductions in licensing and regulatory fees, a move expected to lower operating costs, improve su…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 20:50hrs | 719 Views

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Zanu PF praise for Winky D sparks scepticism

The sudden chorus of praise for Zimbabwean music icon Winky D from some Zanu PF figures following the release of his latest EP, One Big Party, has been met with widespread scepticism from fans and ob…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:54hrs | 557 Views

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Zimbabweans are shunning supermarkets

Zimbabwe's economy may be on track to grow by 5% this year, but for millions of consumers the reality on the ground tells a different story, with households increasingly abandoning formal supermarket…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:53hrs | 0 Views

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Fugitive suspected drug dealer arrested

A suspected drug dealer who had been on the run following the arrest of his wife in a major drug trafficking investigation has been arrested and brought before the courts.Nomore Chabata (47), of Mari…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:52hrs | 465 Views

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Zimbabwe headed for another coup?

In recent weeks, reports - speculative or otherwise - have circulated of soldiers allegedly distributing pamphlets in military cantonments expressing dissatisfaction with the current political trajec…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:51hrs | 1263 Views

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Zimbabwe;s Senate demands tougher marriage laws

Senators have called for stronger enforcement of laws against child marriages and teenage pregnancies, warning that the practice continues to deprive thousands of girls of education, economic opportu…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:50hrs | 250 Views

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The brave few MPs resisting Zanu PF's brazen power grab

Inside the cavernous chambers of Zimbabwe's new Parliament in Mount Hampden, a defining political battle is unfolding over the future of the country's constitutional democracy.As the ruling Zanu PF p…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:49hrs | 464 Views

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Bulawayo City to hire more health workers

BULAWAYO City Council has approved plans to significantly expand its community health worker (CHW) programme, increasing the establishment from 219 to 318 workers as the local authority seeks to stre…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:48hrs | 0 Views

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Bulawayo burial chaos

BULAWAYO councillors have raised concerns over increasing vending activities at cemeteries, deteriorating access roads to burial sites and shortages of grave-digging equipment, warning that the chall…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:48hrs | 0 Views

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Nkomo faces challenge for Zapu presidency

ZAPU has announced that its elective congress will be held in Gweru in December, setting the stage for what party officials are describing as a potentially bruising battle for the presidency as incum…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:47hrs | 474 Views

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South African artists caught in xenophobia backlash

SOUTH African musicians and entertainers are increasingly becoming unintended casualties of rising anti-foreigner sentiment in their country, with performances across Africa reportedly being cancelle…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:44hrs | 606 Views

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Zanu PF, Tshabangu plot shock CAB4

Fresh claims have emerged that discussions between Zanu PF and legislators aligned to self-styled Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) secretary-general Sengezo Tshabangu extend beyond the controversi…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:43hrs | 545 Views

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Harare public spaces turned into residential developments

HARARE is facing a growing crisis over the loss of recreational land to residential developments, with residents, councillors and civic groups warning that public spaces intended for sports and commu…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:41hrs | 179 Views

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CAB 3 bribes rock Zanu PF

The debate surrounding Constitution Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3) has taken a fresh twist, with cash and vehicle donations linked to prominent businessmen and political figures triggering unease within…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:40hrs | 276 Views

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CCC MP collects Chibayo's Fortuner and US$50,000 after CAB3 speech

Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) proportional representation legislator for Manicaland, Samantha Mureyani, has collected a brand-new 2026 Toyota Fortuner 2.8 GD6 and US$50,000 in cash from busines…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:39hrs | 374 Views

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210 MW thermal power plant set for Norton

A major US$600 million industrial investment is taking shape on the outskirts of Norton, where a 210-megawatt thermal power plant is under construction as part of an ambitious industrial park develop…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:38hrs | 167 Views

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Zimra tightens screws on cross-border trade

The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) has issued a strong warning to cross-border traders and transport operators against smuggling goods and making false customs declarations, saying such practices…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:36hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe's stock market faces crisis of confidence

Zimbabwe's capital markets are facing a deepening crisis of confidence as a growing number of companies abandon public listings, billions of dollars in market value are erased and investors increasin…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:35hrs | 0 Views

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Prophet Magaya bid to refer rape case to ConCourt falters

A Harare magistrate has dismissed an application by Prophetic Healing and Deliverance (PHD) Ministries founder and leader Walter Magaya seeking referral of his rape case to the Constitutional Court, …

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:34hrs | 181 Views

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Zimbabwe's cash economy expands

Passenger vehicle imports into Zimbabwe have more than doubled over the past three years, providing fresh evidence of the growing influence of the country's cash-driven informal economy and its incre…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 18:31hrs | 0 Views

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Chivayo's firm bags stake in US$2.9 billion Kenya airport tender

Controversial Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo has secured a foothold in one of East Africa's largest infrastructure projects after his company, IMC Construction Kenya, was awarded a stake in …

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 15:50hrs | 434 Views

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Mnangagwa Law School opens in August

The newly constructed Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa Law School in Kwekwe is set to become fully operational within the next two months as Midlands State University (MSU) prepares to relocate its Facult…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 07:19hrs | 830 Views

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Gun-totting parent causes a scene at schools rugby match violence

Police have launched an investigation into a firearm incident and assault case that occurred during a rugby match between Christian Brothers College (CBC) and Eaglesvale College in Harare, following …

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 06:49hrs | 847 Views

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'CAB3 allows unpopular candidate to become Zimbabwe President'

Harare West legislator Joanna Mamombe has mounted a strong opposition to the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3), arguing that the proposed changes would weaken democracy, erode elec…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 06:49hrs | 949 Views

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Zimbabwean digital creator leaves South Africa

Zimbabwean digital creator Shawty Zw has revealed the deeply personal reasons behind her decision to leave South Africa and relocate to Harare, saying the move was motivated by a desire for peace of …

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 06:48hrs | 1035 Views

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SA wanted Mozambican murder suspect arrested in Zimbabwe

The South African Police Service (SAPS) has confirmed the arrest of a third suspect linked to the brutal murder of a South African couple in the Kruger National Park last month, marking a major break…

Published: 15 Jun 2026 at 06:47hrs | 1131 Views

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Colonial-era school names spark fresh debate in Zimbabwe

Every school day, hundreds of learners pass beneath the gates of Allan Wilson High School in Harare, carrying books, sharing conversations and preparing for lessons.For many, the name emblazoned on s…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 21:57hrs | 1040 Views

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Mining boom shields Zimbabwe economy from shocks

Zimbabwe is banking on strong growth in its mining sector to cushion the economy from mounting global uncertainty triggered by escalating tensions in the Middle East, with authorities projecting mine…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 21:54hrs | 414 Views

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Mnangagwa's adviser seeks truce with Matinyarare

Presidential adviser Paul Tungwarara has offered a luxury vehicle to former government critic Rutendo Matinyarare as part of efforts to ease tensions following months of public criticism directed at …

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 21:53hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe eyes record wheat harvest

Zimbabwe is on course for another potentially record-breaking wheat harvest, with authorities projecting production of more than 660,000 tonnes this year as farmers complete winter planting ahead of …

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 21:52hrs | 259 Views

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Zimbabwe introduces new crypto law

Zimbabwe has taken its most decisive step yet into the regulation of digital assets after gazetting a new law that brings cryptocurrency businesses under the direct supervision of financial authoriti…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 21:51hrs | 459 Views

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Zimbabwe records rise in Victoria Falls tourist arrivals

Zimbabwe's tourism sector continues to register positive growth, with new figures showing an increase in visitor arrivals to the Victoria Falls Rainforest during the first quarter of 2026.The latest …

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 21:50hrs | 313 Views

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Makandiwa declined Chivayo gift, offered prayers instead

Controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo has revealed that prominent preacher Prophet Emmanuel Makandiwa declined an undisclosed gift he had offered and instead proposed to pray for him, a gesture …

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 21:49hrs | 869 Views

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Zimura terminates Gift Amuli membership

The Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (ZIMURA) has terminated the membership of musician Gift Amuli following a disciplinary process conducted by the organisation.In a statement released by the assoc…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 21:48hrs | 0 Views

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Chiwenga source says Zimbabwe has never been this close to a civil war

A source close to developments within Zanu PF and Vice President Constantino Chiwenga's camp has warned that political tensions surrounding the controversial Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 21:23hrs | 1577 Views

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Tungwarara defends efforts to silence attacks on President Mnangagwa

Presidential advisor Paul Tungwarara says efforts to resolve grievances raised by some citizens are aimed at protecting the image of President Emmerson Mnangagwa and maintaining national focus on dev…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 18:51hrs | 628 Views

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Mafa accuses presidential advisor of 'public bribery'over vehicle offer to government critic

Political activist and Zambezia Economic Movement founder Devine Mafa has sharply criticised Presidential Investment Advisor Dr Paul Tungwarara following a widely discussed social media exchange invo…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 18:47hrs | 477 Views

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Zimbabwe police warn against sale of fake guns

Police have issued a stern warning to businesses selling replica firearms, saying the growing availability of fake guns is contributing to an increase in robberies and other violent crimes across Zim…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 17:38hrs | 312 Views

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ZITF cattle auctions resume after 8 years

The Government has approved the resumption of cattle auctions for direct slaughter in areas previously affected by Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), providing a major boost to livestock farmers in Matabe…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 17:38hrs | 0 Views

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12-year jail term for stealing former minister's vehicle

The Bulawayo High Court has dismissed an appeal by a man serving a 12-year prison sentence for violently robbing a driver of a vehicle belonging to former Minister of State for Bulawayo Provincial Af…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 17:37hrs | 557 Views

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Only a fraction of Bulawayo's 3,000 kombis operating legally

Bulawayo City Council has raised alarm over the growing influence of illegal transport operators and space barons, revealing that only a small fraction of the estimated 3,000 commuter omnibuses opera…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 17:36hrs | 0 Views

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Council employee in trouble over illegal water reconnection

A City of Bulawayo employee is facing renewed disciplinary proceedings after an internal audit recommended the reopening of a misconduct case involving allegations that he accepted a US$50 bribe to i…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 17:36hrs | 330 Views

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Money-changer surrenders monkey that helped him get rich

Residents of Cowdray Park in Bulawayo have been left divided between disbelief, curiosity and concern following claims that a local money changer surrendered a monkey during a church deliverance sess…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 17:34hrs | 0 Views

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Popular 'flu packs' illegal, can have long term health effects

Popular "flu packs" sold over the counter at pharmacies in Bulawayo have come under increasing scrutiny amid concerns over their legality and the potential health risks associated with their use, par…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 17:33hrs | 411 Views

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Survey to spotlight industry's biggest challenges and opportunities

The Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries (CZI) is set to launch the 16th edition of its annual Manufacturing Sector Survey on June 18 at Hyatt Regency Harare, with industry leaders describing the rep…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 17:33hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe adopts risk-based classification for PVOs

The Government has introduced a risk-based framework for the supervision of private voluntary organisations (PVOs), under which charities and non-governmental organisations will be classified accordi…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 17:32hrs | 177 Views

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Chivayo fires back at Mliswa over CAB3 gift controversy

Controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo has launched a blistering attack on former Zanu PF provincial chairman and ex-legislator Temba Mliswa, accusing him of hypocrisy after he criticised gifts a…

Published: 14 Jun 2026 at 11:21hrs | 0 Views

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Tungwarara's cash giveaways spark backlash

ConCourt to deliver judgment in Mnangagwa term extension challenge

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Double murder convict receives two life sentences

Zimbabwe blockchain platform unveiled

Gold deliveries jump 18% in May

Nikita Mangena's son accused brandishing firearm at school rugby

SADC Ministers to meet in Zimbabwe

CCC MP tosses Constitution in protest

Zimbabwe central bank cuts policy rate to 30%

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Mzembi claims his phone was hacked

Miners accused of US$30 million mining claims scam

Egyptian in Zimbabwe court over alleged forged passport

Heritage-based curriculum mandatory for all learners in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe sounds alarm over criminal underworld in informal markets

10,000 Malawians stranded in South Africa

Zimbabwe eyes US$1bn in manufactured exports by 2030

The Polygamist goes global, trending on X

Victoria Falls Financial Services Centre set to get operating licences

Zimbabwe auto assembly plant nears completion

CCC MP thrown out of National Assembly

UK appoints ex-Zimbabwe envoy as High Commissioner to Nigeria

A 22 years unfinished NUST building

Fundraising campaign launched for Madzibaba VeShanduko

Minimum wage for domestic workers now US$90 in Zimbabwe

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Musarara accused of economic blackmail

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Govt says Bulawayo-Victoria Falls highway deadline remains unchanged

Matebeleland South grapples with high teenage pregnancy rate

UFO over Zimbabwe in summer 2008 had CIA on 'high alert'

'Check on your relatives' graves'

ZRU condemn shocking gun incident at Eaglesvale

9 killed, 25 injured as bus collides with train in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe farmers surpass wheat planting record

Man jailed 2 years for impersonating Justice Garwe

Currency mismatches costing Zimbabwe's insurers millions

Man gambles away employer's money

Mutare mourns ex-mayoress Jahwi

15 000 drivers snared in camera crackdown

Harare, govt sued over prepaid water meter rollout

Zimbabwean Widow loses bid to reclaim 120ha farm

Chivayo and Sonja Madzikanda were never 'married', says Court