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Mnangagwa hands over 700 vehicles for army chiefs

Facing rising unease within Zanu-PF, President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Monday handed over 102 vehicles to senior army commanders, a move observers interpret as an effort to secure loyalty and protect his administration from potential threats…

Published: 30 Sep 2025 at 13:19hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa hands over party vehicles

President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday reiterated that all vehicles and funds allocated to Zanu-PF officials remain the property of the party, and must strictly be used to advance its programmes ahead of the 2028 harmonised elections.Speak…

Published: 21 Sep 2025 at 08:06hrs | 418 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF top brass trapped with cash, cars

Zanu-PF provincial chairpersons are reportedly being courted with luxury vehicles and cash as part of efforts to secure endorsement for extending President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term of office at the ruling party's upcoming annual conferenc…

Published: 17 Sep 2025 at 12:00hrs | 333 | by Staff reporter

Inferno destroys 30 vehicles at Mutare's Brooms garage

A raging fire broke out at Brooms Garage in Mutare's Riverside area earlier today, reducing at least 30 vehicles - worth several thousand dollars - to burnt shells.The garage, known for specialising in Mercedes-Benz vehicles, was engulfed …

Published: 17 Sep 2025 at 09:28hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chivayo blows US$3m on luxury cars for Zanu-PF chiefs

Public outrage is mounting after flamboyant businessman Wicknell Chivayo splashed out more than US$3 million on luxury vehicles for Zanu-PF's provincial leadership, reigniting long-standing questions about the source of his wealth.Chivayo,…

Published: 17 Sep 2025 at 08:27hrs | | by Staff reporter

Wicknell gifts Uebert Angel's family with luxury cars

Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has marked the birthday of prominent preacher Prophet Uebert Angel with an extravagant gesture, announcing the purchase of luxury cars worth hundreds of thousands of dollars.In a tribute shared on Saturday, Chi…

Published: 08 Sep 2025 at 12:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

Ziyambi clarifies that tinted vehicle windows not illegal in Zimbabwe

Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Ziyambi Ziyambi has confirmed that there is currently no law banning the use of tinted windows on vehicles in Zimbabwe.Responding to questions from legislators in the National Assembly on W…

Published: 04 Sep 2025 at 08:33hrs | | by Staff reporter

Air, rail services for Mutare

The Grand Reef Airport in Mutare is 68 percent complete, with contractors expressing confidence that the facility will be operational by next Tuesday, just in time for the Sanganai/Hlanganani/Kumbanayi World Tourism Expo scheduled for earl…

Published: 31 Aug 2025 at 08:56hrs | 120 | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga secures India vehicle production deal

Zimbabwe has made significant strides at the India-Africa Business Conclave, which concludes today, with Vice President Dr Constantino Chiwenga leading a delegation that secured landmark partnerships set to boost the country's industrial a…

Published: 31 Aug 2025 at 08:55hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chivayo hands out 13 vehicles to Vapositori4ED leaders

Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has handed out luxury vehicles and large sums of cash to leaders of the Johanne Masowe apostolic sect, praising their role in mobilising church members to support President Emmerson Mnangagwa and ZANU PF.In a l…

Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 20:57hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zanu PF name to hire cars without paying

A Harare man accused of fraudulently hiring two vehicles by invoking the ruling Zanu PF party's name has appeared in court.Martin Mutize, 26, of Budiriro, allegedly failed to pay US$5,600 in car rental fees after claiming the vehicles were…

Published: 14 Aug 2025 at 19:49hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa using luxury vehicles to silence critics?

Zanu-PF party benefactors are reportedly handing out luxury vehicles to critics of President Emmerson Mnangagwa as a means to buy their silence, with some leaders of war veterans allegedly receiving new cars as part of this strategy. This …

Published: 20 Jul 2025 at 09:23hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mysterious car fires destroy 4 vehicles

A wave of mysterious vehicle fires has struck the Chiwaridzo suburb of Bindura again, leaving four cars destroyed on Thursday morning and raising alarm among residents who fear they are being targeted by arsonists.Vimbai Kamhuka of Mugaram…

Published: 18 Jul 2025 at 20:56hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF tells members that donated vehicles must be registered

Tensions are rising within Zanu-PF after the party's top leadership issued a directive requiring all assets-including motor vehicles-donated in the party's name to individuals or organisations to be handed over for regularisation by the en…

Published: 07 Jul 2025 at 08:48hrs | 264 | by Staff reporter

Tagwirei dishes out over 300 vehicles to Zanu-PF central committee members

Zanu-PF benefactor and Sakunda Holdings boss Kudakwashe Tagwirei was allowed into the party's politburo on Wednesday to make a presentation on "resource mobilisation."Tagwirei, rumoured to be harbouring ambitions to be president, has enter…

Published: 03 Jul 2025 at 11:35hrs | | by Staff reporter

11 cars stolen in single day in Zimbabwe

At least 11 vehicles were stolen in Zimbabwe in a single day, prompting police to issue a warning to motorists over the growing trend of vehicle thefts, some involving cars left unlocked or with keys still in the ignition.Police spokespers…

Published: 18 Jun 2025 at 07:45hrs | 13433 | by Staff reporter

Car thefts surge across Zimbabwe

The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a warning to the public over a sharp increase in motor vehicle thefts across the country, calling on motorists to exercise greater caution and take proactive measures to safeguard their vehicle…

Published: 17 Jun 2025 at 17:50hrs | 2573 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's rogue cops hijack cars in broad daylight

"Stop, open the door, and drive to the station!"These chilling words have become a familiar horror for Zimbabwean motorists, often delivered with alarming ease by uniformed traffic police officers who lean into car windows like touts at a …

Published: 11 Jun 2025 at 13:23hrs | 1618 | by Staff reporter

Chivayo spoils childhood friend with weekend cars

Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has once again lived up to his reputation for flashy generosity, showering his childhood friend Tazvi "Chief J" Mhaka with extravagant birthday gifts that underscore their deep bond and shared journey from humb…

Published: 26 May 2025 at 08:25hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter

Gweru gets new vehicles

The Gweru City Council has taken delivery of four brand-new vehicles valued at approximately US$165,000, marking a significant step toward improving service delivery in the city.The new fleet includes a 25-seater minibus and three pick-up …

Published: 21 May 2025 at 19:50hrs | 203 | by Staff reporter

2 cars stolen in Bulawayo city centre

Two vehicles were stolen in separate incidents in Bulawayo's central business district over the weekend, with one of the thefts occurring after the driver left the engine running to search for change.Bulawayo police provincial spokesperson…

Published: 20 May 2025 at 09:48hrs | 228 | by Staff reporter

Dubious full-body scanners return on the market

Despite repeated warnings from health authorities and law enforcement, unlicensed full-body scan operators continue to spread across Zimbabwe, duping unsuspecting residents with questionable diagnoses and expensive herbal remedies.On Wedne…

Published: 11 May 2025 at 12:31hrs | 343 | by Staff reporter

Residents slam municipality over luxury vehicle purchases

Residents of Gwanda have voiced strong objections to the Municipality's recent move to procure top-of-the-range vehicles for senior management, describing the decision as a stark example of misplaced priorities at a time when basic service…

Published: 11 May 2025 at 12:31hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Chivayo gifts Prophet Ian Ndlovu 2 luxury vehicles and US$150,000

Prominent businessman Wicknell Chivayo has made a grand philanthropic gesture, donating two brand-new vehicles and a substantial cash package to Prophet Ian Ndlovu of Divine Kingdom Baptist Ministries in recognition of his spiritual leader…

Published: 12 Apr 2025 at 09:11hrs | 201 | by Staff reporter

Supplier fails to deliver 50 cars to Zimra

THE Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) reportedly paid a staggering US$209 million for 85 vehicles but only received 15 Toyota Hilux vehicles, with none of the 50 Toyota Corolla vehicles delivered, Parliament heard last week.This was revea…

Published: 01 Apr 2025 at 08:43hrs | 973 | by Staff reporter

Firebombing marks deadly escalation in Zanu-PF succession battle?

The ongoing power struggle within Zanu-PF reached a deadly new height with the firebombing of business premises belonging to prominent moguls supporting President Emmerson Mnangagwa. This act of violence is a chilling reminder of the inten…

Published: 28 Mar 2025 at 13:53hrs | 3856 | by Staff reporter

4 dead at Christmas Pass as haulage truck rams into cars, pedestrians

Four people tragically lost their lives on Thursday after a haulage truck rammed into four vehicles and ploughed into pedestrians while descending the Christmas Pass along the Mutare-Harare Road.The accident, which occurred on March 6, 202…

Published: 07 Mar 2025 at 07:05hrs | 394 | by Staff reporter

Mahere slams gifted cars to artists

Former Mt Pleasant Member of Parliament and outspoken political figure, Fadzayi Mahere, has sharply criticized the recent trend of gifting cars to Zimbabwean music artists, calling it a form of disrespect and a reflection of the country's …

Published: 30 Nov 2024 at 13:52hrs | 693 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe MPs want two distinct driver's licences for Automatic and Manual cars

Lawmakers in Zimbabwe have urged the government to introduce two distinct driver's licenses for automatic and manual vehicles in a bid to curb corruption and streamline the process of licensing drivers.Speaking during a session in Parliame…

Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 08:53hrs | 8425 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF to splash cash on 174 cars

ZANU-PF, Zimbabwe's ruling party, is set to make a significant investment in its transportation fleet, planning to purchase 174 new twin and single cab vehicles. This move, revealed in the party's 2024 central committee report, comes at a …

Published: 03 Nov 2024 at 10:22hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa's govt blows unbudgeted US$16m

The government incurred significant unbudgeted expenditures earlier this year by providing twin-cab vehicles to chiefs, a move that has placed their parent ministry in a financial deficit, Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube has confirmed.Ncube …

Published: 13 Sep 2024 at 08:12hrs | 1941 | by Staff reporter

Mapfumo demands return of seized vehicles

Exiled music icon Thomas Mapfumo is demanding the return of five vehicles seized by police in 2000. From his base in the United States, Mapfumo has claimed that the allegations of buying stolen BMWs were baseless and that those who sold hi…

Published: 25 Aug 2024 at 11:24hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter

Zacc recovers 350 corruptly imported vehicles

THE Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has recovered more than 350 vehicles that were illegally imported through the abuse of the civil servants' vehicle rebate scheme that allows established civil servants to import vehicles duty-…

Published: 09 Aug 2024 at 07:43hrs | 245 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe lifts ban on importation of cars more than 10 years old?

The Government of Zimbabwe has eased the ban on importing cars older than ten years for diplomats, returning residents, and inherited vehicles. Earlier this year, under SI 54 of 2024, the government prohibited citizens from importing cars …

Published: 16 Jul 2024 at 06:57hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter

Former CCC MPs involved in car accident

Former legislators Dubeko Sibanda and Pashor Sibanda were recently in a car accident, marking the second incident involving them in two years. Fortunately, both are reportedly safe after their vehicle hit a donkey and collided with a Honda…

Published: 25 Jun 2024 at 13:24hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter

Fancy cars for Zimbabwe's recently appointed Judges

The new High Court judges President Emmerson Mnangagwa appointed two weeks ago have just received new Land Rover Discovery cars.On 12 June, President Mnangagwa appointed former magistrates Faith Mushure and Ngoni Nduna and lawyers Regis De…

Published: 25 Jun 2024 at 13:17hrs | 95 | by Staff reporter

Hip-hop queen fights in Zanu-PF, Chivayo's corner

RAPPER, Kikky Badass, has defended the ruling party Zanu-PF and controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo for splashing cars on musicians.Chivayo has sparked controversy by showering musicians, who publicly support Zanu-PF with luxury car…

Published: 12 Jun 2024 at 07:54hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter

Parly buy cars from Zanu-PF-linked dealers

Three car dealers associated with Zanu-PF are poised to benefit significantly as the government selects them to provide vehicles for Members of Parliament (MPs), according to sources from NewsDay.MPs, both from Zanu-PF and the opposition C…

Published: 23 May 2024 at 10:51hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe bans importation of 10-year-old used vehicles

GOVERNMENT has outlawed the importation of vehicles older than 10 years.Statutory Instrument (SI) 54 of 2024 Control of Goods (Import and Export) (Commerce) (Amendment) Regulations, 2024 (No 10) says anyone who imports a second-hand vehicl…

Published: 30 Mar 2024 at 13:41hrs | 17 | by Staff reporter

400 000 cars dodge licence fees

Only 800 000 out of 1,2 million registered vehicles are being compliant in terms of licencing, indicating a compliance rate of approximately 60 percent, reports the Zimbabwe National Road Administration (ZINARA).Speaking on Wednesday, Zina…

Published: 01 Mar 2024 at 19:02hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa blesses chiefs with new cars

PRESIDENT Mnangagwa today handed over 100 Isuzu double-cab vehicles to traditional chiefs as part of Government efforts to enhance their critical role in communities and in the development of the country as a whole.The 100 Isuzu double-cab…

Published: 29 Feb 2024 at 09:30hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter

Chivayo says he can't help everybody

Wait a minute!He said it, he could not help everybody as there are "channels and procedures to follow to get in touch with me".These were the words from businessman Wicknell Chivayo, who prefers to prefix his name with Sir, in a recent liv…

Published: 17 Feb 2024 at 08:36hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter

3 vehicles stolen in Gauteng intercepted at Beitbridge border post

Four suspected criminals, aged between 28 and 64, have been arrested as Limpopo police recovered three stolen vehicles at the Beitbridge port of entry which separates South Africa and Zimbabwe.The three recovered vehicles are a Ford Ranger…

Published: 10 Feb 2024 at 10:28hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter

Wicknell Chivayo's US$5 million spending binge

FOR Wicknell Chivayo, money seems to grow on trees.Never the one to be shy to ostentatiously display his wealth, Chivayo, who likes to call himself Sir Wicknell, has of late been on an unrelenting spending spree, splurging on the latest hi…

Published: 04 Feb 2024 at 17:36hrs | 57 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF gifts praise singers with cars

THE ruling Zanu-PF has gifted its loyalists and praise singers who used their social media pages and music as campaign platforms prior to the disputed August 23 elections.Reports say Holy Ten, Kikky Badass and Ricky Fire are some of the ar…

Published: 03 Sep 2023 at 07:31hrs | 13 | by Staff reporter

Peace march aborted over use of branded vehicles

Zanu-PF activists arrived in their branded vehicles and demanded that all participants use the cars.A PLANNED peace march by different political parties ahead of next month's polls was aborted at the last minute in Bulawayo yesterday follo…

Published: 28 Jul 2023 at 06:45hrs | 1190 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa dishes cash, cars to ZPRA, Zanla stalwarts

THE Second Republic has rolled out brand new set of wheels to surviving members of the Zimbabwe People's Revolutionary Army (ZPRA) and Zimbabwe African National Liberation Army (Zanla) High Command as President Mnangagwa's government conti…

Published: 23 Jul 2023 at 08:08hrs | 17 | by Staff reporter

Suspended Nssa boss mired in US$353 000 luxury cars scandal

SUSPENDED National Social Security Authority (Nssa) boss Arthur Manase was removed partly due to a scandal over two top-of-the-range cars valued US$353 000 which he bought in violation of company policy, informed insiders say.The two cars …

Published: 28 May 2023 at 17:22hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter

Chiefs receive 20 cars

PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday handed over 20 of the 28 vehicles to traditional leaders, among them the inaugural Chief Goledema of the San community in Tsholotsho District, Mr Christopher Dube, as part of Government's ongoing programme to …

Published: 16 Mar 2023 at 07:10hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter

Namibian Government bans driving of second-hand in transit vehicles

THE Namibian Government has banned driving of second-hand in transit vehicles through that country and such vehicles will now only be transported on a car carrier trailer.The ban comes into effect on March 1, 2023.A number of Zimbabweans h…

Published: 09 Feb 2023 at 20:52hrs | 44 | by Staff reporter

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