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Chiwenga talks tough

Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga has pledged that the government will not tolerate corruption or tender fraud, warning that unethical practices undermine service delivery and public confidence.Chiwenga made the remarks during the offici…

Published: 12 hrs ago | 487 | by Staff reporter

Court stops demolition of Mbare college

The High Court has temporarily halted the demolition of the Mbare Vocational Training Centre, following an urgent application by students and Member of Parliament Martin Sunungukai Matinyaka. The move comes amid concerns that the demolitio…

Published: 12 hrs ago | 129 | by Staff reporter

Nyokayemabhunu extradition case drags on

The extradition case of Zimbabwean activist Wellington Masiwa, also known as Nyokayemabhunu, continued this week at Randburg Magistrates Court, highlighting the complex intersection of legal and political issues.Masiwa, who has been in cus…

Published: 12 hrs ago | 140 | by Staff reporter

Teenager stabs girl after romantic rejection

A teenage boy from Madlambuzi, Matabeleland South, has been sentenced to six months in prison after stabbing a 15-year-old girl when she rejected his romantic advances.Eighteen-year-old Mthabeseni Ncube appeared before Plumtree Magistrate …

Published: 12 hrs ago | 224 | by Staff reporter

US$2 000 bonus fueled BF frenxy

Highlanders turned Barbourfields Stadium into a sea of black and white on Sunday, stunning Zimbabwe's "Manchester City" of football, Scottland FC, in a Chibuku Super Cup quarter-final clash that will be remembered in Emagumeni folklore.Sco…

Published: 12 hrs ago | 272 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean blueberry farmers set sights on China's lucrative market

Inside a greenhouse located in Zimbabwe's Mashonaland West Province, workers carefully hand-pick fresh blueberries from lush green shrubs, ensuring only the best fruit makes it to the baskets.In recent years, Zimbabwe's blueberry industry …

Published: 12 hrs ago | 56 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa honours Sikhonjwa with a state-assisted funeral

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has conferred a state-assisted funeral on the late media personality Babongile Sikhonjwa, who passed away in Bulawayo on Sunday. His death has left the media and arts community in shock.The government will prov…

Published: 12 hrs ago | 160 | by Staff reporter

Mpofu demoted over suspected links to corruption dossier

Zanu-PF Secretary General Obert Mpofu has been stripped of his influential role and reassigned to the lesser post of Secretary for Information and Communication Technology (ICT), sparking speculation about his alleged links to a controvers…

Published: 12 hrs ago | 149 | by Staff reporter

Wonderlife herb to go for clinical trials

A herb claimed to bring relief to people suffering from chronic conditions such as HIV, arthritis, stomach ulcers, tuberculosis and cancer will now undergo scientific research and clinical trials after its discovery by Australia-based Zimb…

Published: 12 hrs ago | 96 | by Staff reporter

Jonathan Moyo speaks about recent Politburo reshuffle

Zanu-PF has appointed Jacob Mudenda as its new secretary general, making him only the fourth person to hold the powerful position in the party's 62-year history. The announcement, made on September 23, 2025, came as part of a sweeping mid-…

Published: 12 hrs ago | 280 | by Staff reporter

CIO summoned ZEC officials as Mnangagwa plots 2030etrenchments

Renowned investigative journalist Hopewell Chin'ono has claimed that the Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) recently summoned Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) officials under the guise of a training session, in what he says is part…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 172 | by Staff reporter

Govt vows crackdown on unlawful retrenchments

Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare Minister Edgar Moyo has warned that government will not tolerate improper retrenchments, pledging investigations into ongoing layoffs to ensure they comply with labour laws.Speaking at the Employer…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 105 | by Staff reporter

Matebeleland South households led by widows

Matebeleland South has emerged as the province with the highest number of households headed by widows and the elderly, largely driven by migration of working-age groups to South Africa and Botswana in search of employment.According to the …

Published: 13 hrs ago | 56 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo sports bars becoming a 'pandemic'

Bulawayo's western suburbs are up in arms over a surge in sports bars, which they describe as a menace destroying property values, fuelling crime and eroding family life.Residents say the establishments  -  often operating with m…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 182 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa disburses tractors to war veterans

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has officially launched the War Veterans Mechanisation Programme, handing over the first batch of 100 tractors to beneficiaries across Zimbabwe. The initiative is part of ongoing efforts to improve the welfare …

Published: 13 hrs ago | 127 | by Staff reporter

Local authorities ruled offside on mining fees

The Parliamentary Legal Committee (PLC) has ruled that local authorities do not have the power to impose fees on mining activities, noting that such authority rests exclusively with the Minister of Mines and Mining Development in consultat…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 658 | by Staff reporter

Counterfeit products seized in crackdown

A joint operation targeting counterfeit goods and unsafe products has led to the confiscation of 42 units of fake Huletts sugar at KK Wholesale in Kamunhu Shopping Centre, Mabvuku, Harare.The raid was conducted by the Consumer Protection C…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 65 | by Staff reporter

Striking UZ lecturers demand backpay

A labour dispute is brewing at the University of Zimbabwe (UZ), with lecturers claiming that management is using "dirty" tactics to punish staff following a four-month strike.Some lecturers resumed duties at the start of this semester, but…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 721 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabweans left waiting as doomsday rapture fails to materialize

Bulawayo woke on September 24 to a familiar, decidedly earthly scene: hooting kombis, unpredictable ZESA power cuts, and the lone plastic bag trapped in a tree. The dramatic end-of-the-world scenario predicted by South African pastor Joshu…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 166 | by Staff reporter

Christmas Pass mining sparks mudslide fears

Rampant illegal gold mining along the Christmas Pass Mountain Range has raised serious concerns over environmental degradation, public safety, and potential water contamination, authorities and environmental watchdogs have warned.Unscrupul…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 90 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF SG faces backlash over funeral statement errors

ZANU-PF's newly appointed Secretary General, Jacob Mudenda, has drawn criticism after issuing a statement containing multiple errors about the late radio personality and socialite Babongile Sikhonjwa.In the statement, which confirmed that …

Published: 13 hrs ago | 121 | by Staff reporter

Police constable jailed for obstructing justice

A 21-year-old Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) constable has been ordered to complete 525 hours of community service following his conviction for obstructing justice in a drug-related case.Nqobile Mutale, who was stationed at the Lupane Term…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 559 | by Staff reporter

Student nurse arrested for using fake certificate

A 25-year-old student nurse at Mpilo Central Hospital has been arrested for allegedly using a fraudulent academic certificate to secure training as a general nurse.Sandra Ndege, from Murehwa, appeared before Bulawayo magistrate Abednico Nd…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 58 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo councillor's fraud trial postponed

The trial of Ward One councillor Josiah Mutangi, facing 14 counts of fraud, has been postponed to 30 September.Mutangi is jointly charged with Janet Zhou over allegations that in February 2024 they collected US$200 each from 14 vendors, cl…

Published: 13 hrs ago | | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo police warn residents about rise in street scams

Police in Bulawayo have cautioned residents to remain vigilant following an increase in two prevalent street scams, locally known as Chadonha and Ukuqhatshwa.Acting police spokesperson Assistant Inspector Thandekile Ndlovu said criminals a…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 117 | by Staff reporter

Mzembi challenges remand over US$2 million allegations

Foreign Affairs Minister Walter Mzembi is set to challenge his continued remand in connection with allegations of theft of trust property valued at US$2 million.Mzembi's lawyer, Killian Mandiki, told the court that an application will be f…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 66 | by Staff reporter

Cardiac diseases leading cause of death among Zimbabwean men in the UK

Data from Robert Mugabe International Airport (RGM) indicates that Zimbabwean men repatriated from the United Kingdom account for the majority of deaths in the diaspora, with cardiac diseases identified as the leading cause of death, Healt…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 76 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's World Cup qualifier moved to Durban

Zimbabwe's FIFA World Cup 2026 qualifier against South Africa will now be staged at Moses Mabhida Stadium in Durban, following the unavailability of the originally designated Botswana venue.The match, scheduled for 10 October, was initiall…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 636 | by Staff reporter

Lupane villagers struggle to adapt

Residents of Lupane district are facing severe hardships as climate change continues to undermine traditional farming practices, leaving communities struggling to adapt.This year, drought linked to the El Nino phenomenon has devastated har…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 131 | by Dr Muso

Zimbabwe musicians clash with ZIMURA

Zimbabwe's music industry is facing renewed turmoil as some artists accuse the Zimbabwe Music Rights Association (ZIMURA) of mismanagement, lack of transparency, and silencing dissenting voices.Members of the Zimbabwe Musicians Union (ZMU)…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 286 | by Staff reporter

Defunct bank haunts Bulawayo

Bulawayo City Council has suffered significant financial losses after investing in Tetrad Investment Bank, which was shut down by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe two years ago, according to a recent parliamentary report.The Public Accounts Co…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 52 | by Staff reporter

Harare crackdown targets malls in residential areas

The City of Harare has warned it will shut down several malls in the Avenues and surrounding suburbs after property owners converted residential buildings into commercial premises without municipal approval.Council officials confirmed that…

Published: 13 hrs ago | 84 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe eyes mineral-backed debt deals

Zimbabwe is exploring the use of its vast mineral resources, including platinum, gold, and lithium, to help settle part of its US$13.2 billion external debt, Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion Minister Professor Mthuli …

Published: 13 hrs ago | 423 | by Staff reporter

Mugabe loyalist warns of a coup possibility

President Emmerson Mnangagwa's recent reshuffle of the Zanu-PF Politburo could heighten internal conflicts within the ruling party, Jealousy Mawarire, a former Robert Mugabe loyalist, has warned.Speaking on South African broadcaster eNCA, …

Published: 13 hrs ago | 87 | by Staff reporter

Zvigananda demands Mudha come back in panic-driven cabinet purge

President Emmerson Mnangagwa's business and political allies held a crisis meeting on Tuesday where they resolved to petition the President to reappoint Owen "Mudha" Ncube as State Security Minister to deal with Vice-President Constantino …

Published: 25 Sep 2025 at 14:12hrs | 987 | by Paul Ndou

Mnangagwa's rivalry with Chiwenga spreads to provinces

President Emmerson Mnangagwa's bid to remain in power beyond the two terms permitted by the constitution has triggered an internal revolt within the ruling Zanu PF party, led by the very man who paved the way for his rise eight years ago.T…

Published: 25 Sep 2025 at 07:33hrs | 1030 | by Staff reporter

Kavango discovers high-grade gold in Zimbabwe

Kavango Resources, a London-listed and Victoria Falls Stock Exchange-listed metals exploration and gold production company, has reported encouraging results from its latest surface drilling programme at the Bill's Luck Gold Mine, part of i…

Published: 25 Sep 2025 at 07:31hrs | 323 | by Staff reporter

Blanket Mine employee killed in blasting accident

Caledonia Mining Corporation Plc has confirmed the death of a worker at its Blanket Mine in Gwanda, Matabeleland South, following a blasting accident on Monday, September 22.The incident occurred during secondary blasting operations, the c…

Published: 25 Sep 2025 at 07:30hrs | 2167 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's mineral wealth a curse for communities

Deputy Minister of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion, Kudakwashe David Mnangagwa, recently highlighted a staggering global challenge: illicit financial flows rob Africa of an estimated US$88 billion annually - funds th…

Published: 25 Sep 2025 at 07:29hrs | 1429 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe launches new online tax system

The Zimbabwean government has completed the rollout of a new online Tax and Revenue Management System (TaRMS), developed under the US$10.4 million Tax and Accountability Enhancement Project, with support from the African Development Bank (…

Published: 25 Sep 2025 at 07:29hrs | 1961 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa's 'tyrannical' powers challenged

A Harare-based lawyer has petitioned the Attorney-General to reconsider constitutional provisions governing presidential tribunals tasked with investigating judges, describing the current process as "tyrannical" and undemocratic.Chawaona W…

Published: 25 Sep 2025 at 07:28hrs | 2030 | by Staff reporter

Zimra loses ZiG2 million to businessman

A Harare businessman, Trevor Zibgwowa (35), appeared before magistrate Lisa Mutendereki on Tuesday facing charges of defrauding the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) of ZiG2 million through a failed clearing deal via his company, Trevomz …

Published: 25 Sep 2025 at 07:27hrs | 170 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe notes public fury over Chinese lenient sentence

Justice Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi and Prosecutor-General Loyce Matanda-Moyo have acknowledged growing public anger over inconsistent sentencing for drug offenders, particularly foreign nationals. The remarks follow a controversial case in H…

Published: 25 Sep 2025 at 07:26hrs | 1571 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe launches specialised anti-drug courts

The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) of Zimbabwe has officially launched a network of specialised courts dedicated to handling drug and substance abuse cases, a move aimed at fast-tracking prosecutions and ensuring offenders face the full…

Published: 25 Sep 2025 at 07:25hrs | 1036 | by Staff reporter

Tshabangu, Sengezo arrested

Police in Mazowe have arrested six people in connection with a murder that occurred at Masoja Tuck Shops, Gabeni Mine, Surtic Farm, on 20 September 2025. The su

Published: 25 Sep 2025 at 07:25hrs | 677 | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga faction told to wait for 2027 Party Congress

ZANU PF spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa has called on the faction supporting Vice President Constantino Chiwenga to defer any political ambitions until the party's elective congress in 2027. The appeal comes amid escalating factional t…

Published: 25 Sep 2025 at 07:24hrs | 1502 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe targets Comesa to boost exports

Zimbabwe is set to leverage the 18th COMESA Business Forum &amp; Exhibition in Nairobi from October 6 to 9, 2025, to integrate its key economic sectors into reg

Published: 25 Sep 2025 at 07:23hrs | 1171 | by Staff reporter

Minister Mugadza's office in fuel scandal

War veterans in Manicaland province have come out guns blazing against Manicaland Provincial Affairs Minister Advocate Misheck Mugadza's office over the misuse of US$10,000 meant for a borehole and housing scheme launch in Buhera.Bulawayo2…

Published: 24 Sep 2025 at 18:48hrs | 1821 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Boiler maker killed

Police in Concession, Mashonaland Central, are hunting for four suspected robbers who robbed a boiler maker of his $35 before fatally assaulting him.Shupikai Mukava (40) died a week after the attack at Bindura Hospital, where he was receiv…

Published: 24 Sep 2025 at 17:50hrs | 255 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Ben ten spared jail term by wife

Age is nothing but a number to a 27-year-old man who is married to his 48-year-old wife at Dornhill Farm in Bindura.The husband, Isaac Zinge, who was facing a jail term for assaulting his wife in a love triangle, had his wife, Hazvinei Chi…

Published: 24 Sep 2025 at 17:48hrs | 357 | by Simbarashe Sithole in Bindura

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Chiwenga talks tough

Court stops demolition of Mbare college

Nyokayemabhunu extradition case drags on

Teenager stabs girl after romantic rejection

US$2 000 bonus fueled BF frenxy

Zimbabwean blueberry farmers set sights on China's lucrative market

Mnangagwa honours Sikhonjwa with a state-assisted funeral

Mpofu demoted over suspected links to corruption dossier

Wonderlife herb to go for clinical trials

Jonathan Moyo speaks about recent Politburo reshuffle

CIO summoned ZEC officials as Mnangagwa plots 2030etrenchments

Govt vows crackdown on unlawful retrenchments

Matebeleland South households led by widows

Bulawayo sports bars becoming a 'pandemic'

Mnangagwa disburses tractors to war veterans

Local authorities ruled offside on mining fees

Counterfeit products seized in crackdown

Striking UZ lecturers demand backpay

Zimbabweans left waiting as doomsday rapture fails to materialize

Christmas Pass mining sparks mudslide fears

Zanu-PF SG faces backlash over funeral statement errors

Police constable jailed for obstructing justice

Student nurse arrested for using fake certificate

Bulawayo councillor's fraud trial postponed

Bulawayo police warn residents about rise in street scams

Mzembi challenges remand over US$2 million allegations

Cardiac diseases leading cause of death among Zimbabwean men in the UK

Zimbabwe's World Cup qualifier moved to Durban

Lupane villagers struggle to adapt

Bad habits to avoid during examinations

Chiwenga talks tough

Zvigananda demands Mudha come back in panic-driven cabinet purge

Jonathan Moyo speaks about recent Politburo reshuffle

US$2 000 bonus fueled BF frenxy

Mnangagwa's rivalry with Chiwenga spreads to provinces

Teenager stabs girl after romantic rejection

Mpofu demoted over suspected links to corruption dossier

Bulawayo sports bars becoming a 'pandemic'

Cop steals eighteen cattle

Mnangagwa honours Sikhonjwa with a state-assisted funeral

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