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Traffic authorities call for zero carnage on roads

As Zimbabwe enters the festive season, authorities are urging motorists to exercise caution on the roads amid concerns over the high number of road accidents, with human error remaining the leading cause.Statistics reveal that a road accid…

Published: 25 Dec 2024 at 08:20hrs | 59 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo thrives with festive shopping and holiday preparations

Bulawayo was buzzing with energy yesterday as last-minute Christmas shoppers filled the city, creating a festive and vibrant atmosphere. Banking halls, supermarkets, and beauty salons were packed, while vendors and businesses recorded bris…

Published: 25 Dec 2024 at 08:20hrs | 178 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe braces for heavy rains over Christmas

The Meteorological Service Department (MSD) has issued a weather warning for widespread rains across Zimbabwe during the Christmas and Boxing Day holidays, urging the public to exercise caution, particularly when crossing rivers, to avoid …

Published: 25 Dec 2024 at 08:19hrs | 947 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa donates over two tonnes of rice to Bulawayo care homes

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has brought early Christmas cheer to vulnerable members of the Bulawayo community, donating over two tonnes of rice to 20 care homes in the city.The donation, handed over by Bulawayo Minister of State for Provi…

Published: 10 Dec 2024 at 15:57hrs | 280 | by Staff reporter

Include security in preparations for the festive season

Many people are already making plans for Christmas. They should not forget to include taking steps to ensure their property is safe and secure, particularly if they  are going away, Safeguard Security has pointed out."The time to thin…

Published: 05 Dec 2024 at 20:24hrs | 189 | by Agencies

Man accidentally shoots grandson to death on Christmas Eve

There was no Christmas party at Nyawasha's residents in Mutoko after Dominic Nyawasha (52) fatally shot his grandson in a bid to shoot crow birds.Nyawasha who wanted to shoot crow birds missed the target and shot his grandson to death.The …

Published: 27 Dec 2023 at 08:57hrs | 15 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Zimbabweans in last minute Christmas shopping

Errant bus crews and rogue operators yesterday took advantage of the high demand for passenger transport to illegally double fares as thousands of people around the country did last minute shopping ahead of Christmas Day festivities today.…

Published: 25 Dec 2023 at 09:29hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter

Memories of Christmas Joy: A 1983 Christmas in Rural Filabusi with Solomon Skuza's Banolila

In the soft glow of the Zimbabwean sun in 1983, a ten-year-old in rural Filabusi under Chief Maduna eagerly anticipated the most enchanting day of the year - Christmas. Rooted in tradition and surrounded by the warmth of community, this Ch…

Published: 24 Dec 2023 at 15:34hrs | 35 | by Godlwayo Mahlabayithwale

Our feelings matter too

I was fortunate enough to have had the opportunity to be a volunteer at an online free teen support hotline last year. It was a place where young individuals could seek solace, guidance, and a listening ear during their most vulnerable mom…

Published: 14 Nov 2023 at 19:29hrs | 15 | by Kumbirai Thierry Nhamo

Soldier stabbed to death on Christmas day

A  Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) employee Simesihle Mkandla (24) was stabbed to death following a dispute on Christmas day at St Luke's Business Centre in Matabeleland North.Police in Bulawayo have confirmed the arrest of Ronald Ncube …

Published: 29 Dec 2022 at 13:39hrs | 1 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Chamisa gives out food packages underprivileged communities

The President of CCC Nelson Chamisa on Friday handed out food packages to underprivileged communities in Mashonaland.According to the party's spokesperson Gift Ostallos, "Chamisa handed over food hampers to the less privileged, people livi…

Published: 25 Dec 2022 at 07:10hrs | 1 | by Mzingaye Nxumalo

EcoCash launches Christmas promotion

Zimbabwe's largest mobile money platform, EcoCash, has launched a Christmas promotion to reward customers who transact using its United States dollar (USD) wallet.In the promotion, which started on October 27 and runs until December 16, cu…

Published: 30 Oct 2022 at 06:40hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Christmas: a time to be with family

Zimbabwe joins the rest of the world to celebrate Christmas Day today and as we celebrate it is important to remind each other of some of the traditions that were practiced by our grandmothers not so long ago.Those traditions which are los…

Published: 25 Dec 2021 at 09:22hrs | 13 | by Yvonne Ncube

Prospects of a meaty Xmas diminishing fast

To most villagers of Ward 3 in Chiweshe, Mash Central, all prospects of a 'meaty' festive season are diminishing fast. After the Provincial herd was obliterated by January Disease a few months ago, chickens are just dropping dead.A deadly …

Published: 24 Nov 2021 at 13:51hrs | 14 | by Thomas Tondo Murisa

Since when did Father Christmas come in February?

Conmen are at it again, reaping where they did not sow. Some Hararians and a sizeable number from 'Blues' are ruing the day they joined a get rich quick pyramid scheme where the investor was promised jaw-dropping returns over a few days. W…

Published: 13 Feb 2021 at 18:11hrs | 3 | by Tondo

Homemade gift ideas

This year has not exactly been the most financially friendly for many of us, and for that reason (and quite probably many others), Christmas might be more of a dread than something you are really looking forward to. That being said, you do…

Published: 15 Dec 2020 at 17:21hrs | 14 | by Staff Writer

Mushava's valentine in austerity and Zimbabwe's political economy

A few weeks ago, I wrote on Stan Mushava's autobiographical poetry anthology, Rhyme and Resistance and it has become a habit for me to check on his Facebook page for any latest poetry. On this Valentine's Day, 14th February 2019, Mushava d…

Published: 14 Feb 2019 at 09:35hrs | 4 | by Brian Maregedze

2019: The coming of a dry season

Throughout historical annals, January and December occupy a unique and famous status in the hearts of global citizens. Being first and last in a year, the months are well known for their joy, hope and excitement. Indeed, these months exper…

Published: 02 Jan 2019 at 19:55hrs | 6 | by Sympae Mutimbanyoka-Masikinye

Qoki ZiNdlovukazi and associated donors feed the homeless this Christmas

The UK based Matebeleland and Midlands women Facebook group 'Qoki, ZiNdlovukazi...Manina Amahle' has again done Bulawayo proud by  feeding the homeless this Christmas.Being homeless comes with a lot deprivations and  tells a horr…

Published: 25 Dec 2018 at 08:41hrs | 2 | by Staff Reporter

No your Excellence, there's No Christmas for us povo

Dear Mr President, Still waiting in this long winding fuel queue i decided to read your xmas message hoping to get some comfort and assurance from you but alas its all gloom. Surely your sense of rhetoric is beyond measure for how dare you…

Published: 24 Dec 2018 at 16:03hrs | 4 | by Munya Shumba

It's Xmas, stop and reflect!

It's Christmas!He arrived in the dark and silent night. Change had come, but everything looked the same. Silent and undisturbed. There was no room for him who would change history forever. So it always seems.It is as if there is no room or…

Published: 23 Dec 2018 at 08:44hrs | | by Milton Kamwendo

Why do kids love Christmas?

Christmas is considered the time for kids. As soon as you tell them that Christmas is about to come, they will feel excited. Over the years of celebrating Christmas, your kids felt something positive. It could be the reason why they could …

Published: 29 Aug 2018 at 07:55hrs | 15 | by Agencies

Another sad Christmas, says Tsvangirai

Zimbabweans are going to spend yet another bleak and sad Christmas holiday due to mounting economic hardships, MDC leader Morgan Tsvangirai said.This comes as many long-suffering Zimbabweans had hoped for an economic relief following chang…

Published: 24 Dec 2017 at 21:19hrs | | by Staff Reporter

DARE Christmas Message

Greetings fellow countrymen and women. We have been wonderfully blessed with the gift of life and thank the almighty on the eve of Christmas celebrations. The year 2017 has given birth and hope to the people of Zimbabwe as it saw the birth…

Published: 24 Dec 2017 at 21:00hrs | | by Gilbert Dzikiti

Staying Positive this festive season amid a Negative Political landscape

Christmas is around the corner , the time we all eagerly wait for , for the whole year. Tinkling bells, colorful decorations, bright lights, the Christmas tree decked up like a bride, a sumptuous feast with loved ones, gift exchange and th…

Published: 18 Dec 2017 at 10:28hrs | | by Matthew Dube esquire

Christmas without Mugabe in State House. Meet me in Chimanimani

I had everything that I required for an unexpected voyage to green terrestrial ecstasy with me: a bag full of clothes, one sizzling hot music CD and plenty of passion for life. I left Harare at ten o'clock on a Thursday morning and reached…

Published: 08 Dec 2017 at 09:02hrs | 5 | by Tafi Mhaka

Early Christmas Present For Zimbabweans

Dear My fellow countrymen we have been presented with an early xmas present by Father Christmas ...The General together with the Zimbabwe National People's Army. General we salute you.Now let no-one spoil the cake through greedy and selfis…

Published: 21 Nov 2017 at 18:04hrs | | by Munya Shumba

This and that with Mal'phosa - It's all fake

Hey, happy new year everyone. I wish you an awesome year; wealthy and healthy, I mean, really wealthy, not fake wealthy. How did you manage gifts for your loved ones under these trying economic times, especially with the advent of Mr. Bear…

Published: 04 Jan 2017 at 12:03hrs | 1 | by Clerk Ndlovu

Christmas Poem: Asante Santa

I looked for my friend January I could not find him because of penury I heard of this girl February Tried to party eating mulberry We almost forgot of March Until father came with a porch For weeks we rejoiced very much Stopping when a pos…

Published: 24 Dec 2016 at 04:46hrs | 1 | by Wilson Chipangura

Merry Christmas Zimbabweans, Mugabe says

President  Robert Mugabe on Wednesday wished all Zimbabweans a memorable festive seasons amid economic hardships.Presenting a State of the Nation Address in Parliament in Harare described as a non event, Mugabe (92) prayed for an acci…

Published: 07 Dec 2016 at 05:08hrs | 2 | by Mary Charamba

Christmas death toll rises to 17

17 people have been killed in road accidents that occurred on the 24th and 25th of December.13 people were killed on Christmas eve while four people died on Christmas day.81 accidents were recorded for the two days compared to 87 accidents…

Published: 26 Dec 2015 at 15:13hrs | | by Staff Reporter

Do Zimbabweans know its Christmas?

"Its Christmas time; there's no need to be afraid, At Christmas time, we let in light and we banish shade.  And in our world of plenty we can spread a smile of joy, Throw your arms around the world at Christmas time."But say a prayer …

Published: 08 Dec 2015 at 13:33hrs | | by Sij Ncube

Tsvangirai to rescue as Mugabe runs away with Christmas

This year shall be remembered in history and by all future generations to come as the one in which the senile Mugabe under the coercion, compulsion and instigation of his thuggish son not be out done by the Jezebelite concubine Grace - sim…

Published: 31 Dec 2014 at 13:37hrs | 2 | by Dr. Wangu Mazodze

This and that with Mal'phosa - Christmas; Is it still Ho Ho Ho?

Anyone who still believes in those big old men with long, white beard, red work-suits, and over-sized gum-boots who appear on TV at this time of the years every year, going 'Ho Ho Ho, it's Christmas at ok; and displaying wide generous but …

Published: 07 Dec 2014 at 11:37hrs | 2 | by Clerk Ndlovu

Christmas Celebration

One of my childhood recollections, growing up in rural Masvingo, Zimbabwe, where Christian teaching and establishment had taken root, is Christmas celebration. As children, on Christmas day we received gifts or presents from our parents in…

Published: 23 Dec 2012 at 13:04hrs | | by Dr Onesimus A. Ngundu, ThD, PhD

Pope Benedict XVI lights candle, kicks off Christmas celebrations

Pope Benedict XVI celebrates Christmas Eve Mass on Saturday night, kicking off a busy two weeks of public appearances that will test his stamina.Hours before the evening Mass began, Benedict lit a candle in his studio window overlooking St…

Published: 24 Dec 2011 at 17:00hrs | 2 | by Bhebhe4 Mandla

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