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Zimbabwe MPs push for stiffer penalties amid explosive AG report
Parliamentarians have reaffirmed their commitment to enforcing laws and imposing stringent penalties for public fund misuse. During a meeting convened by the Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development...Published: 16 hrs ago | 397 | by Staff reporter
South Africa's White mediocrity and double standards on education
In a recent parliamentary session, Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) member of parliament Omphile Maotwe posed a critical question to Democratic Alliance (DA) member Natasha Mazzone regarding her claime...Published: 16 hrs ago | 313 | by Mbali Dlamini
Zondo was Ramaphosa's last line of defence
President Ramaphosa has on Thursday announced Justice Mandisa Maya as the Chief Justice of the Republic.Maya will take up her position on September 1, replacing the "politically conflicted" Ch...Published: 16 hrs ago | 995 | by Staff reporter
Lupane sits on sewage time bomb
Local Government Minister Daniel Garwe has attributed the delay in constructing a modern sewage reticulation plant in Lupane to the late release of funds by the Treasury. Lupane, the provincia...Published: 18 hrs ago | 89 | by Staff reporter
Reckless driver denied bail
Mbare magistrate Ms. Rufaro Panavanhu denied bail to Tinashe Regice Ngandu, who faces charges of reckless driving, failure to stop after a serious accident, and failure to report an accident within 24...Published: 25 Jul 2024 at 13:47hrs | 1014 | by Staff reporter
Entertainment Trends in 2024: A Transformative Year
The entertainment landscape in 2024 has undergone significant innovation and transformation. As technology advances and audience preferences shift, several key trends are defining the present and futu...Published: 25 Jul 2024 at 11:48hrs | 83 | by Staff Reporter
South Africa: Is it the time for unity or is it just the end of the ANC?
It was always clear that the African National Congress (ANC) was headed for political and electoral decline in the 2024 elections. Several political analysts and ANC watchers have written the politica...Published: 25 Jul 2024 at 08:07hrs | 367 | by William J Mpofu
South Africa: Is it the time for unity or is it just the end of the ANC?
There is little doubt that, politically, the DA is the ultimate beneficiary of the government of national unity. It was always clear that the African N...Published: 24 Jul 2024 at 20:38hrs | 462 | by Dr William J Mpofu
Zimbabwean villagers oppose Chinese cement plant
The Zimbabwe National Organisation of Associations and Residents Trust (ZNOART) has petitioned the government to reconsider the construction of a proposed US$1 billion cement plant by a Chinese firm i...Published: 22 Jul 2024 at 07:54hrs | 1377 | by Staff reporter
Biden ends bid for second term as US President
US President Joe Biden has declared that he will not seek re-election, stating that "it is in the best interest of my party and the country."This announcement comes just four months before Ame...Published: 21 Jul 2024 at 19:08hrs | 1399 | by Staff Reporter
Bulawayo Chiefs cautious about facing Bosso
Bulawayo Chiefs head coach, Thulani "Thuts" Sibanda, is cautious about facing Highlanders in their derby match at Barbourfields Stadium. The Chiefs, known as Amakhosi Amahle, have recently lost key pl...Published: 21 Jul 2024 at 10:24hrs | 161 | by Staff reporter
Chivayo, Zec corruption scandal spreads to SA
A JOHANNESBURG printing firm and its agent are being investigated by Zimbabwe's anti-corruption authority for price gouging on election-related material and equipment.Zimbabwe is no stranger t...Published: 20 Jul 2024 at 14:48hrs | 1938 | by Staff reporter
Stepson bashes stepdad
Denzel Cement, a 21-year-old from Saursetown in Bulawayo, has been accused of assaulting his stepfather, Obert Cement (44), after a heated argument. Denzel allegedly slapped Obert and then stabbed him...Published: 20 Jul 2024 at 12:06hrs | 421 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean businessman takes over Botswana's Township Rollers
Zimbabwean businessman Tendani Sebata has been appointed as the new president of Botswana’s former Premier League champions, Township Rollers. Sebata, who is involved in transport (luxury coaches), ...Published: 20 Jul 2024 at 12:00hrs | 428 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF youths want the Mnangagwa to complete Vision 2030
The recent Zanu-PF inter-district youth meeting in Gweru was marked by strong support for President Mnangagwa to continue leading Zimbabwe, despite his announcement to retire at the end of his term in...Published: 20 Jul 2024 at 11:49hrs | 121 | by Staff reporter
Truck impounded in cement smuggling racket
A duo employed by Mamvura Investments in Chipinge, working as a driver and assistant, have been charged with smuggling cement.The National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) reported tha...Published: 20 Jul 2024 at 11:46hrs | 155 | by Staff reporter
WANTED: Rutendo Matinyarare facing legal woes in Zimbabwe and South Africa
Anti-sanctions activist Rutendo Matinyarare has found himself as a wanted man, with multiple cases pending against him in both Zimbabwe and South Africa. The Criminal Investigations Department (CID) o...Published: 19 Jul 2024 at 11:18hrs | 1702 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Potraz approves IMC's internet service license
The Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (Potraz) has approved local firm IMC Communications' application for an internet service provider (ISP) license, enabling a partnersh...Published: 19 Jul 2024 at 06:03hrs | 396 | by Staff reporter
All-female CID team leads fight against crime
In a ground-breaking initiative to combat crime, the Bulawayo police have launched an all-female CID unit named Lozikeyi. Officially launched on July 5, this unit, comprising highly trained female off...Published: 19 Jul 2024 at 06:00hrs | 319 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF senator wants bail out for Zupco
Senator Angeline Tongogara of ZANU-PF has urged the Zimbabwean government to provide financial assistance to the struggling Zimbabwe United Passenger Company (Zupco) in order to safeguard consumers fr...Published: 18 Jul 2024 at 06:40hrs | 310 | by Staff reporter
US keen to mend relations with Zimbabwe despite Mnangagwa sanctions
The United States has expressed its readiness to enhance relations with Zimbabwe, aiming to become a reliable and consistent partner. This announcement came as new ambassadors from the US, Ireland, Ja...Published: 18 Jul 2024 at 06:25hrs | 190 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe embassy starts issuing birth certificates in SA
Zimbabwe has launched a new initiative to process and issue birth and marriage certificates for its citizens residing in South Africa, facilitated by the establishment of an e-passport Bio-Enrolment C...Published: 16 Jul 2024 at 13:31hrs | 340 | by Staff reporter
Econet commissions over 30 sites for network expansion
Econet Wireless Zimbabwe Limited has commissioned over 30 new sites across Zimbabwe in its first quarter ending May 31, 2024, as part of its network modernization program. This initiative aims to enha...Published: 16 Jul 2024 at 06:58hrs | 149 | by Staff reporter
South African authorities apprehend suspects in Zim businessman kidnapping Case
South African security forces arrested fourteen individuals, including three Chinese and two Mozambican nationals, in connection with the kidnapping of a Zimbabwean businessman in Gauteng province....Published: 15 Jul 2024 at 22:16hrs | 1653 | by Staff Reporter
Next Generation of Energy Leaders to Drive Transformation at the African Energy Week (AEW) 2024
CAPE TOWN, South Africa - With Africa serving as a dynamic hub for oil and gas, renewable energy and cutting-edge technologies, the participation of youth in the sector is crucial to bringing in new p...Published: 15 Jul 2024 at 17:52hrs | 153 | by APO
AG report exposes massive looting in Zimbabwe
Government may have lost millions of US dollars in the procurement of vehicles for various ministries, including the police, that were never delivered. Acting auditor general Rea Kujinga's rep...Published: 15 Jul 2024 at 16:36hrs | 292 | by Staff reporter
Muchinguri's fraud accused daughter reaching settlement with accusers
Defence Minister Oppah Muchinguri's 35-year-old daughter Tanya Rushesha swerved a court appearance on fraud charges after reaching a settlement with her accusers.Rushesha was arrested by detec...Published: 15 Jul 2024 at 08:42hrs | 1004 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa threatens 'detractors' undermining Gukurahundi outreach
President Emmerson Mnangagwa issued a stern warning to those fostering internal divisions and undermining Zimbabwe's efforts to address the sensitive Gukurahundi issue."Gukurahundi," a term me...Published: 15 Jul 2024 at 08:31hrs | 290 | by Staff reporter
It's now clear that ED had no intentions of stepping down!
It took only ten days! Only ten days for President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa to break the pledge he made in front of the whole nation.On 4th July 2024, whilst addressing a gathering ...Published: 15 Jul 2024 at 08:11hrs | 548 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe's local grappling with poor governance issues
Local authorities in Zimbabwe are grappling with weak corporate governance issues, as highlighted in the 2023 report by Acting Auditor General Mrs. Rhea Kujinga. The report, presented to Parliament la...Published: 15 Jul 2024 at 08:08hrs | 36 | by Staff reporter
Who wanted to assassinate Donald Trump?
Pennsylvania - Donald Trump was injured in what the FBI said was an attempted assassination at an election rally in Pennsylvania on Saturday evening, a shocking act of political violence that threaten...Published: 14 Jul 2024 at 10:12hrs | 1222 | by Staff reporter
Burning Spear heading for Zimbabwe
Excitement is sweeping through Zimbabwe's showbiz industry following the announcement that Jamaican roots reggae musician Burning Spear will be performing in the country as part of his One People Afri...Published: 14 Jul 2024 at 10:01hrs | 5956 | by Staff reporter
Gukurahundi hearings a deliberate attempt to sweep genocide under the carpet
The announcement by President Emmerson Mnangagwa regarding the launch of public hearings into the Gukurahundi disturbances represents a significant and long-awaited development for Zimbabwe. For decad...Published: 14 Jul 2024 at 09:45hrs | 57 | by Staff reporter
FBI Investigates Trump Rally Shooting as Assassination Attempt
BUTLER, Pennsylvania (Reuters) - Donald Trump was shot in the ear during a campaign rally on Saturday, resulting in a bloodied face and quick action from ...Published: 14 Jul 2024 at 07:00hrs | 74 | by Staff Writer
Mnangagwa's retirement announcement genuine or facade?
The recent announcement by President Emmerson Mnangagwa that he will step down at the end of his second term in 2028 has been received with mixed feelings with ordinary citizens questioning the genuin...Published: 13 Jul 2024 at 12:21hrs | 54 | by Staff reporter
Oppah Muchinguri's daughter held on fraud charges
Police detained the 35-year-old daughter of defence minister Oppah Muchinguri-Kashiri in a fraud investigation on Friday.Tanya Rozina Rushesha was arrested by detectives from the police commer...Published: 13 Jul 2024 at 11:35hrs | 129 | by Staff reporter
Conductive polymers for heated seats in outdoor stadiums
Wouldn’t it be nice to watch an exciting game and remain warm even if it is freezing outside? This concept of heated seats in outdoor stadiums has made this a possibility. Heated seats, just like ...Published: 12 Jul 2024 at 10:57hrs | 53 | by Staff Reporter
Career Transitions: Football Stars Who Became Great Managers
Taking football as an example, there are many players who hope to become managers after they retire from active play. Recognising this process is enlightening, particularly for users seeking ...Published: 12 Jul 2024 at 10:09hrs | 119 | by Staff Reporter
A tale of illegal night trading in Bulawayo
In the heart of Bulawayo's central business district, a bustling underground market emerges as night falls, contrasting sharply with the daytime vibrancy of legal vendors. While daytime sees legitimat...Published: 12 Jul 2024 at 08:14hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter
Marapira to officiate Manicaland inaugural tech-transfer expo
Preparations for the inaugural Manicaland Rural Development, technology advancement and knowledge transfer exhibition are at an advance stage at Mutomba Hillside Citadel in Buhera, whilst the deputy M...Published: 11 Jul 2024 at 14:33hrs | 7 | by Edson Mapani in Buhera
Shortage of ZiG coins, notes affects Bulawayo vendors
Informal traders in Bulawayo are grappling with significant challenges due to the scarcity of Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) notes and coins, which has severely impacted their ability to conduct business effecti...Published: 11 Jul 2024 at 07:26hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter
4 council officials arrested over US$9m tender scandal
The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has arrested four Harare City Council officials for allegedly improperly awarding a street lights tender worth over US$9.2 million to Juluka Enndo Joint ...Published: 11 Jul 2024 at 07:23hrs | 36 | by Staff reportyer
Shots fired after thieves target Mnangagwa's private residence
Shots were fired after thieves broke into President Emmerson Mnangagwa's private residence in the exclusive Hellensville neighbourhood in Harare on July 6.It is the third break-in targeting th...Published: 10 Jul 2024 at 08:09hrs | 27 | by Staff reporter
'Rapist cops' remanded in custody
Three police officers from Chituripasi Police Base in Beitbridge East, accused of raping an 18-year-old woman on three separate occasions in June, have been remanded in custody until July 23. ...Published: 10 Jul 2024 at 07:51hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Mhindirira FC Platinum bound?
FC Platinum coach Norman Mapeza is reportedly keen on signing a midfielder, with an official announcement expected soon. Despite social media claims of a completed deal, FC Platinum communications off...Published: 10 Jul 2024 at 07:45hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa to assert Zimbabwe's commitment to SADC
President Mnangagwa will emphasize Zimbabwe's commitment to advancing the Southern African Development Community (SADC) goals outlined in the Regional Indicative Strategic Development Plan (2020-2030)...Published: 10 Jul 2024 at 07:42hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Ministry advocates for skills audit, accreditation for Mbare Siyaso
The Ministry of Skills Audit and Development has expressed it's quest to audit, accredit and create a database for some unregistered skilled operators wit...Published: 10 Jul 2024 at 00:29hrs | 12 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
ZANU PF is responsible for scuttling development in rural areas!
Forty-four years after Zimbabwe attained her independence, rural areas are still largely as backward as they were under colonial rule. Nothing much to write about, in terms of development, has...Published: 09 Jul 2024 at 12:57hrs | 5 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
ZACC signs MOU with South Africa's Special Investigations Unit
The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has intensified its anti-corruption efforts by signing eight Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with various institutions, including the Zimbabwe Human Ri...Published: 09 Jul 2024 at 05:50hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
John II's mission impossible to save Zimbabwe economy clocks 100 days
Zimbabwe's new central bank Governor John Mushayavanhu has done the seemingly impossible in his first 100 days - created a stable currency and tamed price pressures in a nation that's been a poster-ch...Published: 08 Jul 2024 at 11:06hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
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