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Zimbabwean-origin taxi boss killed in South Africa

Thamsanqa Moyo, a South African taxi association leader of Zimbabwean descent, was shot dead this morning in a targeted attack on the Soweto Highway in Diepkloof. He was 58.Moyo, whose father hailed from Zimbabwe, was attacked around 9:30 …

Published: 8 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mudenda lures Japanese investors

Speaker of Parliament Advocate Jacob Mudenda has urged Japan to take advantage of Zimbabwe's vast mineral resources and invest in the mining sector, highlighting opportunities for cooperation in exploration, beneficiation, and technology t…

Published: 8 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe considers project-specific model for debt clearance

Zimbabwe is exploring a new model for clearing its debt that focuses on project-specific strategies, Finance and Investment Promotion Minister Professor Mthuli Ncube has revealed.The approach aims not only to reduce the country's arrears b…

Published: 8 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga accuses Tagwirei of looting billions from Zanu-PF

Zimbabwe's ruling party has been rocked by a fierce showdown after Vice President Constantino Chiwenga accused petroleum tycoon Kudakwashe Tagwirei of siphoning billions of dollars from Zanu-PF to capture its structures and bankroll loyalt…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa issued a stern warning

President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday issued a stern warning to elements within Zanu-PF accused of sabotaging the ruling party, declaring that those unwilling to stay the course should step aside rather than derail the movement.Addressing…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Sikhala reps reprimand police

The National Democratic Working Group (NDWG) has accused the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) of failing to take action against individuals allegedly responsible for violent attacks on its leader, Job Sikhala, and his supporters.The group, w…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Calls grow for victim-centred Gukurahundi hearings in Bulawayo

The Matabeleland region has renewed calls for the establishment of victim-centred centres in Bulawayo to address Gukurahundi atrocities, arguing that government-led traditional leader hearings are ineffective and exclusionary.President Emm…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Makarawu hits, Charamba misses out by a whisker

Tapiwanashe Makarawu and Makanakaishe Charamba once stood side by side in the same Olympic final. A year later, the two Zimbabwean sprinters - friends, rivals, and flag bearers - saw their paths split in Tokyo, with only one making it to t…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Dad strips naked in front of his daughter, beats up wife

A MAN, who came home boozed up and allegedly stripped naked in front of his 16-year-old step-daughter and held his manhood before bashing his wife accusing her of cheating on him has appeared in court.Celimpilo Sibanda (46) from Aisleby Fa…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Sex-for-prayers cult exposed

A bizarre cult in Pumula South, Bulawayo, has been exposed for using sex rituals disguised as prayer, luring desperate women with promises of love, marriage and faithfulness.The scandal came to light after a viral video three weeks ago sho…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

2 women arrested for theft at Mpilo Central Hospital

Two women were arrested after a daring morning raid at Mpilo Central Hospital's Paediatric Wing, where they allegedly tried to steal from a mother attending to her sick child.The suspects, identified as Portia Moyo (32) of Makokoba and Mar…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Land disputes dominate traditional court hearings

Land disputes are increasingly overshadowing other cases in Zimbabwe's traditional courts, with Chief Wozhele's latest session in Sanyati consumed by quarrels over boundaries and inherited fields.At a court session last week, most cases ce…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Anglican seeks land to expand schools

The Anglican Diocese of Manicaland has petitioned the government for land to build additional schools in the province, citing increasing demand for enrolment.The diocese operates 54 schools in Manicaland, including top performers such as S…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

War vets leader under siege over ED2030

Factional tensions within the ruling Zanu-PF party have reportedly escalated, with sources claiming that individuals impersonating State security agents are targeting members and leaders opposed to the proposed extension of President Emmer…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Negligent Harare gynaecologist exposed

Harare-based gynaecologist, Dr. Chirume, is at the centre of mounting allegations of negligence, extortion, and patient mistreatment, with several former patients accusing him of causing both medical and financial harm.The complaints, whic…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa says Zanu-PF is 'unstoppable'

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has called on ZANU-PF members to remain united, disciplined, and focused as the ruling party prepares for its 22nd National People's Conference in Mutare and the 2028 harmonised elections.Addressing a Central C…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Harare City Council chokes under ZiG8 billion debt

Harare City Council is reeling under a debt of more than ZiG8 billion owed by ratepayers, a backlog that officials warn is crippling service delivery and undermining the municipality's operational efficiency.Presenting the latest Debtor's …

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Scottland FC dismisses claims of funding Simba Bhora

Scottland FC has rubbished social media claims that club president Pedzisai Sakupwanya channelled US$100,000 to Simba Bhora FC under the guise of sponsoring their CAF Champions League campaign.The speculation, widely shared online, suggest…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Man jailed for fictitious daughter's death

A Zvishavane man has been jailed for 18 months after he was convicted of attempting to defraud Ecosure Funeral Cover of US$6,250 by faking his daughter's death.Promise Banda (40) appeared before Zvishavane magistrate Sengster Tavengwa this…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Warriors plummet in FIFA Rankings

Zimbabwe has suffered a major blow in the latest FIFA world rankings, tumbling nine places to 125th following a disappointing international window.The Warriors' decline was confirmed in the global standings released on Thursday, which came…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Herentals College shut down in Harare council blitz

Learning at Herentals College's Sarum House campus along Robert Mugabe Road was brought to a standstill on Thursday morning after Harare City Council officials ordered the closure of the building as part of the ongoing "Restore Order" oper…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Accept Tagwirei co-option, Mnangagwa 2030 extension bids,' Harare pleads

HARARE - As ZANU-PF party's Central Committee meeting (today) and national annual conference draw nearer, the Harare provincial chairperson Goodwills Masimirembwa has pleaded with decision-making authorities to accept businessman, Kudakwas…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Gideon Madzikatidze

Maize meal thief jailed two years

A 29-year-old maize meal thief from Plumtree was jailed two years after he stole a 50-kilogram maize meal bag and a bicycle to carry the loot.Kwenzakele Mathe was sentenced to 30 months in jail by Plumtree magistrate Joshua Nembaware.Nemba…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Simbarashe Sithole

Quartet nabbed over snooker dispute

Failure to control temper has landed four in custody after they assaulted their colleague with a snooker stickThabo Ncube (28), Musawenkosi Moyo (27), Mplilo Tshuma (30), and Zwelibanzi Ncube (33) were remanded in custody until September 2…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Simbarashe Sithole

Trio arrested over fatal chicken slaughter revenge

LOWER GWERU - The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) in Gweru have arrested three compound villagers who are suspected to have killed and burnt two children beyond recognition following arguments with their parents over slaughtering chicken.In…

Published: 19 hrs ago | by Gideon Madzikatidze

Mnangagwa rejects 2028 elections delay

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has signaled that Zimbabwe's 2028 general elections will go ahead as constitutionally scheduled, pushing back against a strong lobby within Zanu-PF to postpone the polls to 2030 or beyond.Some of Mnangagwa's po…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 13:37hrs | by Staff reporter

Zesa employees steal US$3.8m in critical equipment

Two senior employees of the Zimbabwe Power Company (ZPC), a subsidiary of Zesa, have been arrested in connection with a US$3,896,000 theft involving critical power plant equipment and materials at the Hwange power station. The suspects, Ta…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 13:26hrs | by Staff reporter

8-year-old drug abuser admitted to rehab centre

An eight-year-old child is currently receiving treatment at Victoria Falls' newly established Drug and Rehabilitation Centre, underscoring the alarming rise of drug abuse among Zimbabwean youth. The facility, located at Chinotimba Clinic, …

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 13:25hrs | by Staff reporter

Polad member acquitted

Devine Mhambi-Hove, founder and president of the Nationalists Alliance Party and former deputy chairperson of Polad's international relations and re-engagement committee, has been acquitted of theft, malicious damage to property, and conte…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 13:24hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe sanctions repeal signal excites, but .

Economists have warned that Zimbabwe should not get carried away by the United States' plans to repeal the Zimbabwe Democracy and Economic Recovery Act (ZDERA) sanctions, highlighting the stringent conditions the country must meet before t…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 13:24hrs | by Staff reporter

Govt introduces stricter drivers' licensing rules

Transport and Infrastructure Development Minister Felix Mhona has reiterated government's commitment to enhancing road safety by tightening licensing requirements for bus and haulage truck drivers, aiming to reduce Zimbabwe's high annual r…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 13:22hrs | by Staff reporter

Court halts US$37 million RioZim payout

A US$37 million windfall awarded to more than 200 RioZim employees has been thrown into uncertainty after the High Court ruled that the mining company is protected under corporate rescue proceedings.Justice Catherine Bachi Mzawazi pulled t…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 13:20hrs | by Staff reporter

Spain threatens 2026 World Cup boycott

Spain could pull its national team out of the 2026 World Cup if Israel qualifies, government officials warned this week, escalating political pressure on FIFA to act.The tournament will be held in the United States, Canada and Mexico, the …

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 12:56hrs | by Staff reporter

Tagwirei splashes US$2m on Mnangagwa's birthday

ZANU-PF benefactor and President Emmerson Mnangagwa's close ally, Kudakwashe Tagwirei, reportedly bankrolled this year's Munhumutapa Day commemorations and the President's birthday festivities in Zvishavane to the tune of at least US$2 mil…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:40hrs | by Staff reporter

Operation Dudula leader silent on claims of Zimbabwean origins

Operation Dudula leader Zandile Dabula has declined to respond to growing speculation on social media that she is of Zimbabwean origin, a revelation that would

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:38hrs | by Staff reporter

Harare shuts down 1,800 businesses in CBD

The City of Harare has intensified its efforts to restore order in the capital, shutting down 1,830 businesses found in violation of municipal by-laws during an ongoing clean-up of the central business district (CBD).In a statement issued …

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:37hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe targets US$1 billion import savings

Zimbabwe is set to save more than US$1 billion annually in food imports as the Government intensifies efforts to boost national food security and cut dependency on foreign supplies.Data from the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) shows the cou…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:35hrs | by Staff reporter

Girl raped at knifepoint

TWO men have been arrested for the parts they played in the raping of a 14-year-old girl at knife point in Harare.Shepherd Tinoziva, 47, and Savior Chiseko, 30, lured the girl into their apartment.Shepherd then locked the apartment's door …

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:34hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's prophet of doom speaks on de-dollarisation

Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries (CZI) chief economist Cornelius Dube has warned that Zimbabwe risks massive capital flight if government presses ahead with de-dollarisation before ZiG transactions dominate the market.Speaking on Wedne…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:33hrs | by Staff reporter

Makarawu, Charamba storm into World Championship semis

Zimbabwe's medal hopes remain alive at the World Athletics Championships in Tokyo after sprinters Tapiwanashe Makarawu and Makanakaishe Charamba powered their way into the 200m semifinals during yesterday's heats.Makarawu, the more experie…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:30hrs | by Staff reporter

Ministers to report to Zanu-PF Politburo

Government ministers will now be required to present detailed reports on their ministries' activities to Zanu-PF Politburo meetings, in a move designed to ensure party resolutions are fully implemented at government level.The directive, an…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:29hrs | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF benefactor, Harare in nasty property fight

A dispute has erupted in Mbare, Harare, after JB Family, a company owned by young entrepreneur and Zanu-PF benefactor Blessed Charakupa, was accused of illegally seizing and demolishing a property belonging to the Harare City Council (HCC)…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:27hrs | by Staff reporter

Postal, courier volumes surge 39% in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe's postal and courier sector recorded a significant uptick in activity during the second quarter of 2025, with volumes rising by 38,97 percent to 439 561 items, up from 316 298 in the previous quarter, according to the Postal and T…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:26hrs | by Staff reporter

9 Chinese nationals to be deported over cocaine

The National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPA) has confirmed that nine Chinese nationals found in possession of cocaine are set to be deported, following public outcry over a perceived lenient court ruling.The individuals previously …

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:17hrs | by Staff reporter

Herbal concoctions linked to rise in prostate problems

Health authorities in Gokwe have raised concerns over a growing number of men experiencing severe prostate health problems, locally referred to as "Ku Blocker." Officials believe the surge may be linked to the widespread use of Guchu, a tr…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:16hrs | by Staff reporter

Jetex sues Air Zimbabwe over DRC crew assistance

A local air service company, Jetex (Private) Limited, has filed a lawsuit against Air Zimbabwe, seeking US$210 000 it advanced to the national carrier to cover pilot salaries, allowances, and aircraft-related expenses after its plane was g…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:16hrs | by Staff reporter

Defence Ministry tops Mutare City debtors list

The Ministry of Defence has emerged as the largest debtor of Mutare City Council, with several other government ministries and entities also owing the local authority millions of dollars, negatively affecting service delivery in the easter…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:14hrs | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo woman champions virginity preservation project

A Bulawayo woman has launched a culturally rooted initiative aimed at ensuring that girls under her care abstain from sexual activity before marriage.Patricia Tshabalala, director of the Vulindlela Orphanage Care Centre in Mpopoma suburb, …

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:12hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimra investigating a sophisticated scam

The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) is investigating a sophisticated hacking scheme that allegedly cost the tax collector millions of dollars, involving "miracle" money credited to shipping companies' accounts to facilitate duty payment…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:09hrs | by Staff reporter

Masvingo-Beitbridge road to close on September 19

The Masvingo-Beitbridge Road will be temporarily closed to public traffic near Ngundu on Friday, September 19, 2025, to allow for rock blasting as part of ongoing road works.The section of the road between the 90 km and 106 km pegs is curr…

Published: 18 Sep 2025 at 09:04hrs | by Staff reporter

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