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Sodomy, sexual abuse allegations rock Catholic school
In a scandal that has shaken Zimbabwe's Catholic community, St Ignatius College in Chishawasha is at the heart of serious allegations of sexual abuse and sodomy involving the late Father Brian Porter,...Published: 16 Nov 2024 at 14:34hrs | 1031 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean sister of UK child abuse victim blames the Church for brother's death
The sister of a 16-year-old boy who drowned while swimming naked at a Christian holiday camp in Zimbabwe run by child abuser John Smyth blames the Church of England for his death."The Church k...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 18:32hrs | 521 | by Staff reporter
Livestock farmers bemoan delayed rains
Livestock farmers across Beitbridge district are voicing their concerns over the delayed start of the rainy season, which has disrupted grazing patterns and severely affected the health of their lives...Published: 11 Nov 2024 at 11:35hrs | 527 | by Staff reporter
Hwange stun Bosso to keep survival hopes alive
Hwange 4 - 3 HighlandersHwange FC delivered a sensational performance, edging out Highlanders 4-3 in a thrilling Castle Lager Premier Soccer League match at a packed Colliery Stadium yesterday. Wi...Published: 11 Nov 2024 at 07:03hrs | 207 | by Staff reporter
The unacknowledged legacy of Pathisa Nyathi
The late Pathisa Nyathi, a celebrated historian, educator, and cultural advocate, whose lifetime of work contributed greatly to the preservation and promotion of Zimbabwe's rich heritage, was overlook...Published: 10 Nov 2024 at 10:56hrs | 71 | by Staff reporter
Maswanhise available for Warriors' duty
Motherwell has confirmed that Tawanda Maswanhise will be available for selection in the Zimbabwe national team's upcoming 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) qualifiers. The Warriors are set to face Ke...Published: 10 Nov 2024 at 10:49hrs | 112 | by Staff reporter
Siya Kolisi Splits with Wife
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi and his wife Rachel have blown the final whistle on their eight-year marriage, a love story that's had South Africa cheering from the stands. On 22 October, the coupl...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 14:16hrs | 716 | by Staff Reporter
Zimbabwe Warriors close to Afcon qualification
Zimbabwe's national football team coach, Michael Nees, is gearing up for a crucial match against Kenya at Peter Mokoba Stadium in Polokwane, South Africa, next Friday, with the hope of securing qualif...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 10:48hrs | 8549 | by Staff reporter
The uncanny parallels between Zanu-PF and the Rhodesian Front
THE white Rhodesian regime by all accounts waged a highly effective counter-insurgency war against the guerilla forces.Its successes were across the military and intelligence spheres.T...Published: 07 Nov 2024 at 07:15hrs | 556 | by Rigid Kondongwe
Hwange stays alive in relegation battle
Hwange 2 - 1 Manica Diamonds In a high-stakes Castle Lager Premier Soccer League match at the Colliery Stadium, a determined Hwange side powered to a vital 2-1 victory over Manica Diamonds, provin...Published: 04 Nov 2024 at 06:36hrs | 133 | by Staff reporter
Even Chinamasa knows ED can't be trusted
In the tumultuous world of Zimbabwean politics, trust is a rare commodity. Nowhere is this more evident than in the ongoing discourse within ZANU-PF about extending President Emmerson Mnangagw...Published: 29 Oct 2024 at 21:43hrs | 1830 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
ZIFA, PSL shed crocodile tears
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) and the Premier Soccer League (PSL) have expressed their heartfelt condolences to Highlanders Football Club following the sudden passing of the club's chief ex...Published: 29 Oct 2024 at 11:33hrs | 804 | by Staff reporter
MWOS FC dominates Mhangura
MWOS 5 - 0 MhanguraIn a pivotal match on Sunday, October 27, at Mhangura Stadium, MWOS FC delivered a stunning performance, thrashing the league's bottom side, Mhangura, in a match that could prov...Published: 28 Oct 2024 at 10:19hrs | 495 | by Staff reporter
Mighty Warriors cruise past lesotho
Zimbabwe 3 - 0 LesothoEthel Chinyerere stole the spotlight yesterday, scoring twice in the second half to propel Zimbabwe's Mighty Warriors to a decisive victory over Lesotho at the Madibaz Stadiu...Published: 28 Oct 2024 at 06:55hrs | 120 | by Staff reporter
Warrior stares at early CHAN exit after being thrashed by Eswatini
Zimbabwe 0 - 3 EswatiniZimbabwe's hopes for a successful campaign in the Africa Nations Championship (CHAN) tournament were dealt a severe blow yesterday, as a young and relatively inexperienced s...Published: 28 Oct 2024 at 06:55hrs | 211 | by Staff reporter
Chief Marupi's death leaves family searching for answers
Chief Marupi's death in Harare on Sunday has triggered a feud between his family and the local councillor who drove him to the capital, allegedly without their knowledge.The 28-year-old chief ...Published: 25 Oct 2024 at 12:44hrs | 802 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe, SA to meet over road accidents
Zimbabwean and South African officials will meet next week to address the rising issue of road traffic accidents and strengthen regulations surrounding the transportation of dangerous goods between th...Published: 25 Oct 2024 at 08:43hrs | 372 | by Staff reporgter
Know your history:- Filabusi Memorial and the Edkins Store killings
Why Visit?: - This historic site remembers one of the earliest European murders of the Matabele Rebellion or First Umvukela of 1896. There seems no doubt that the initial killings occurred on ...Published: 22 Oct 2024 at 15:48hrs | 534 | by Staff reporter
Mark Ngwazi survives freak car accident
Popular Sungura musician Mark Ngwazi is fortunate to be alive after surviving a car accident early Sunday morning. Details surrounding the incident remain unclear, but the musician took to his Faceboo...Published: 21 Oct 2024 at 15:28hrs | 1473 | by Staff reporter
Chafuka on Zimbabwe social media will topple Mnangagwa government!
I should be forgiven if I said this man is an implant of president Mnangagwa masquerading as a revolutionary. Yet he is playing a political game that speaks the opposite to loo as many as he can get t...Published: 20 Oct 2024 at 21:12hrs | 1555 | by Nomazulu Thata
Jeys Marabini celebrated at concert honouring his musical legacy
Friends, fans, and family will come together tomorrow to celebrate the life and career of one of Zimbabwe's music icons, Jeys Marabini, at a special concert in Bulawayo. The event, titled "Friends of ...Published: 18 Oct 2024 at 08:45hrs | 59 | by Staff reporter
Otis Fraser to headline Bulawayo's Old School gig
Following the successful hosting of the Private School music event over the weekend, Bulawayo is poised for another exciting night of nostalgia with the upcoming Old School Gig at The Place next Frida...Published: 17 Oct 2024 at 13:25hrs | 458 | by Staff reporter
Musona inspires Warriors to back-to-back victory over Namibia
Zimbabwe 3 - 1 NamibiaWalter Musona was the hero of the night as Zimbabwe secured a crucial 3-1 win over Namibia in their return leg of the 2025 AFCON qualifying matches at Orlando Stadium in Sout...Published: 15 Oct 2024 at 08:23hrs | 229 | by Staff reporter
Warriors gear up for crucial AFCON clash
Marvelous Nakamba sat out the Warriors' last training session for the second consecutive day, but coach Michael Nees remains optimistic about his squad's readiness for today's crucial Africa Cup of Na...Published: 14 Oct 2024 at 08:16hrs | 490 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabweans in SA urged to support Warriors in crucial AFCON qualifier
Warriors head coach Michael Nees has called on Zimbabweans based in South Africa to rally behind their national team when they face Namibia in the return leg of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) ...Published: 12 Oct 2024 at 11:14hrs | 105 | by Staff reporter
Man dies in mine shaft collapse while illegally mining
A 30-year-old man from Fort Rixon, under Chief Jahani's jurisdiction in Filabusi, tragically died yesterday in a mining accident while illegally extracting minerals near Mazari Mine. Confidence Cheban...Published: 10 Oct 2024 at 18:45hrs | 560 | by Staff reporter
Hwange show resilience in relegation battle
Hwange 2 - 2 FC PlatinumRelegation-threatened Hwange displayed immense fighting spirit as they came from behind to secure a crucial 2-2 draw with former champions FC Platinum at the Colliery Stadi...Published: 07 Oct 2024 at 07:50hrs | 55 | by Staff reporter
Tshinga Dube: A legacy of courage, resilience
The recent passing of Tshinga Dube has cast a profound sense of sorrow across the nation, as Zimbabwe reflects on the enduring legacy of one of its most resilient and visionary leaders. Dube was a sym...Published: 06 Oct 2024 at 10:04hrs | 203 | by Staff reporter
SA hired hitmen lured by US$10 000 bait
Five suspected hitmen, allegedly hired from South Africa to kidnap and assault a local businessman, have been arraigned before the Harare Magistrates Courts facing charges of assault and conspiracy to...Published: 03 Oct 2024 at 08:54hrs | 547 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean woman claims she was forced to abort 15 times
A HARARE woman has made sensational claims that she was forced to ABORT 15 TIMES and then suffered a miscarriage before she was dumped by her lover.Sharon Zhuwawo claims her lover's wife, Vale...Published: 02 Oct 2024 at 15:31hrs | 677 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe Young Warriors secure COSAFA semi-final spot
Zimbabwe's Young Warriors boosted their chances of qualifying for the 2024 TotalEnergies CAF Under-20 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over hosts Mozambique in the COSAFA ...Published: 01 Oct 2024 at 08:58hrs | 243 | by Staff reporter
Young Warriors, Young Zebras draw
Zimbabwe Under-20 1 - 1 Botswana Under-20Zimbabwe's Under-20 football team, the Young Warriors, were left to rue missed opportunities and lapses in concentration as they drew 1-1 against Bot...Published: 27 Sep 2024 at 08:15hrs | 85 | by Staff reporter
Tracing debtors can be a headache unless done by professionals
Tracing people who owe them money can be a headache for many organisations, including small enterprises. The money may never be recovered simply because the person owing the money becomes evasive and ...Published: 26 Sep 2024 at 11:24hrs | 217 | by Agencies
Zimbabwe hands over remains of 16 South African freedom fighters
In a poignant ceremony held at the Zimbabwe Museum of Human Sciences in Harare, the Zimbabwean government officially handed over the remains of 16 South African freedom fighters to South African autho...Published: 26 Sep 2024 at 09:30hrs | 118 | by Staff reporter
Intwasa Arts Festival koBulawayo postponed
Bulawayo's premier arts event, the Intwasa Arts Festival koBulawayo, has been postponed. Traditionally held in September, this year's edition, which was initially scheduled for 25 to 28 September, wil...Published: 18 Sep 2024 at 08:17hrs | 34 | by Staff reporter
Jacob Mafume gifts Nox with Mt Pleasant residential stand
Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume has celebrated Afro-beats musician Enock "Nox" Guni for his enduring impact on the music industry, marking the artist's 20th music anniversary, 15th album launch, and birthda...Published: 15 Sep 2024 at 10:02hrs | 7180 | by Staff reporter
Zimstock bursts into life
Zimstock, Harare's premier family-friendly music festival, has come alive at Hellenic Primary School, providing a vibrant mix of entertainment for all ages with performances from both local and intern...Published: 14 Sep 2024 at 15:49hrs | 571 | by Staff reporter
Pravin Gordhan is still alive?
Pravin Gordhan's family spokesperson has rubbished reports that the former minister has passed away.Responding to queries from IOL, family spokesperson Adrian Lackay, said the rumours were not...Published: 12 Sep 2024 at 12:13hrs | 2615 | by Staff reporter
Selmor excluded from Oliver Mtukudzi International Festival by Daisy
Could the legendary late national hero, Oliver "Tuku" Mtukudzi, be deeply disturbed by the rising tensions within his family ahead of a festival held in his honor?A rift between his daughter, ...Published: 11 Sep 2024 at 08:41hrs | 263 | by Staff reporter
Mzilikazi Day celebrations bring Bulawayo to a standstill
Bulawayo came alive with vibrant colors and festivities during the annual King Mzilikazi Day celebrations, which halted business in the city and marked the most significant event yet honoring the foun...Published: 08 Sep 2024 at 10:02hrs | 8364 | by Gary Gerald Mtombeni
Ndebeles commemorate Mzilikazi Day
Ndebele people in Bulawayo, as well as those across Zimbabwe and abroad, are commemorating the 156th anniversary of the death of King Mzilikazi Khumalo, the founder of the Ndebele nation. The commemor...Published: 07 Sep 2024 at 15:53hrs | 3318 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa top aide warns aid looters
ZANU-PF legislators this Wednesday fumed over unfair distribution of food aid in several constituencies countrywide as authorities admitted something went wrong during the processes.Zimbabwe s...Published: 07 Sep 2024 at 10:23hrs | 2318 | by Staff reporter
Kwaito legend Mapaputsi has died
Kwaito singer Mapaputsi has died.His manager Busi Kunene confirmed the news with TshisaLIVE. Mapaputsi died on Thursday night."He has passed on. We'll issue a press statement and we'll...Published: 06 Sep 2024 at 16:22hrs | 613 | by Staff reporter
Cowards must stop quacking, come out of the closet and fight like man! - VAAZ
While known state functionaries and regime enablers have been waging a protracted onslaught on the persona of Advocate Nelson Chamisa, we the advocates of change have unmasked the grand plot by regime...Published: 27 Aug 2024 at 19:24hrs | 1113 | by Mandava Blessing - Veterans Activists Association Zimbabwe (VAAZ) National Spokespers on
Zimbabwean man survives deadly shooting in South Africa
The man who survived the deadly Limpopo shooting, where two women lost their lives at a farm, has recounted the harrowing experience when he escaped and left his wife gasping for life."The fir...Published: 27 Aug 2024 at 12:51hrs | 1789 | by Staff reporter
The existential crisis of Zimbabwe's opposition
THE Zimbabwean opposition is facing an existential crisis, magnified in the age of social media where differences and conflicts are relentlessly amplified. In the noise of these internal battles, the ...Published: 25 Aug 2024 at 20:06hrs | 557 | by Chofamba Sithole
'Heroes' widows struggling'
Thousands of people from Masvingo province gathered at Masvingo Provincial Acre on August 12, 2024 to pay tribute to the heroes who passed away and celebrate the legacy of those who are still alive....Published: 24 Aug 2024 at 12:49hrs | 257 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF members use dead people's IDs to steal food aid
Some Zanu-PF supporters in Ward 19 of Zaka Central are up for stealing social welfare food aid by misrepresenting that they have more kids than they actually have, with them even using deceased people...Published: 24 Aug 2024 at 12:48hrs | 169 | by Staff reporter
Granny burnt alive, child smashed to death
MANYAYA Village under Chief Mutema in Chipinge was last Sunday plunged into deep mourning following a spine-chilling and mind-boggling incident in which a man burnt a defenceless granny beyond recogni...Published: 23 Aug 2024 at 07:11hrs | 1465 | by Staff reporter
Swiss Express bus kills 1 in Beitbridge border post incident
A tragic incident occurred at the Beitbridge border post on Wednesday night, resulting in the death of a woman who was struck by a Swiss Express bus. The bus, traveling from Bulawayo to Johann...Published: 22 Aug 2024 at 13:20hrs | 1055 | by Staff reporter
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