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Shocking baby swap scandal rocks Bulawayo hospital, DNA confirms
A shocking case of baby-swapping has emerged from the United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH), where a new mother from Cowdray Park discovered through DNA testing that she had been discharged with a baby girl...Published: 18 Jan 2025 at 06:24hrs | 1870 | by Staff reporter
Open Letter to Mr Songezo Tshabangu
Sir good morning and Compliments of the new season. We hope you had a wonderful year, 2024, and you will also have a great year ahead 2025.We hope that you have counted and identified ...Published: 14 Jan 2025 at 12:56hrs | 519 | by Cosmas Ncube
Zifa dismisses fake Fifa letter as smear campaign
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has denounced as "a shameless act of deceit" a letter purportedly sent by FIFA, which alleged that the world football body's independent ethics committee was i...Published: 11 Jan 2025 at 08:27hrs | 65 | by Staff reporter
South Africa-bound bus causes chaos in Bulawayo
A South Africa-bound bus has caused significant disruption to businesses along 6th Avenue and Fife Street in Bulawayo, with the vehicle blocking shop entrances and parking spaces for over eight hours ...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:40hrs | 1709 | by Staff reporter
The Barcelona coaching saga: Machazani's side of the story
Marshall Machazani, a former player for Zimbabwean football giants Dynamos and Highlanders, has addressed allegations from the Barcelona Innovation Hub that he misrepresented his 2023 visit to the Spa...Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 16:41hrs | 125 | by Staff reporter
Welshman Ncube is worse than what Sengezo Tshabangu is doing today!
It is surprising how the opposition political landscape is screaming about how Sengezo Tshabangu is selling the opposition broad day light. It is bad enough what Tshabangu is doing: it smells deep int...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 23:08hrs | 1323 | by Nomazulu Thata
Chipanga released on US$400 bail
Former Makoni West legislator, Kudzi Chipanga, who is accused of stealing Presidential inputs valued at US$11,200, was granted bail of US$400 on Tuesday. Chipanga appeared before Rusape regional magis...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 13:12hrs | 476 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean truck driver dies in horrific crash in South Africa
A tragic accident occurred on Friday at the Marrianhill Toll Plaza on the N3 Durban in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa, when a Zimbabwean truck driver lost his life after crashing into six trucks and five...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 13:04hrs | 726 | by Staff reporter
UN forcing Mnangagwa to scrap PVO Bill
United Nations (UN) special rapporteurs on human rights have called on the Zimbabwean government to withdraw the controversial Private Voluntary Organisations (PVO) Amendment Bill, warning that its en...Published: 11 Dec 2024 at 06:38hrs | 848 | by Staff reporter
Mysterious fire destroys family's 12 huts
A devastating and mysterious fire recently ravaged five homesteads in Chimbudzi Village, Chief Mawarire's area in Mwenezi District, leaving the Chimbudzi family homeless and in desperate need of assis...Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 09:54hrs | 183 | by Staff reporter
Econet in shares battle with former workers
The High Court has issued a default judgment ordering Econet Wireless (Pvt) Ltd to release the relevant documents related to the transfer of over two million shares promised to eight former employees ...Published: 04 Dec 2024 at 08:07hrs | 3538 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo Deputy Mayor not suspended
The City of Bulawayo has issued a statement clarifying that Deputy Mayor Councillor Edwin Ndlovu and Chairperson of the Finance and Development Committee, Councillor Mpumelelo Moyo, are not suspended....Published: 04 Dec 2024 at 07:49hrs | 403 | by Staff reporter
Confusion rocks CCC over Mnangagwa programme
A wave of confusion and internal conflict rocked the embattled Jameson Timba-led Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) faction last week as councillors were left divided over whether to attend an annual...Published: 02 Dec 2024 at 07:25hrs | 1037 | by Staff reporter
South African commentator downplays Zimbabwe's giant steel plant's capabilities?
'It will just add to surplus capacity in the region, and the only way to safeguard against the commodity trade is to start adding value to the steel product itself' – Charles Dednam, South African I...Published: 01 Dec 2024 at 07:33hrs | 3463 | by Staff reporter
The responsibility of journalism: Upholding ethics and avoiding the perils of falsehoods
Journalism is often referred to as the "fourth estate," a powerful institution that serves as the watchdog of society. In a democratic system, the media is tasked with the duty of informing, educating...Published: 28 Nov 2024 at 14:59hrs | 53 | by Innocent Mujeri
Confusion reigns as Friday ZEP deadline looms
Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders in South Africa are raising concerns that they will be unable to meet the Friday, November 29 deadline to apply for a further one-year exemption due to signific...Published: 27 Nov 2024 at 07:14hrs | 1710 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe grapples with surge of dangerous fake and illicit alcohol
Zimbabwe is facing a major public health crisis as dangerous and illicit alcohol floods cities like Bulawayo. Among the most notorious is "njengu," a highly potent brew produced in makeshift backyard ...Published: 23 Nov 2024 at 12:53hrs | 206 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo residents demand transparency on Dutch water utility deal
Concerns are growing among Bulawayo residents over the involvement of the Dutch water utility company Vitens Evides International (VEI) in managing the city's water and sanitation services, with many ...Published: 22 Nov 2024 at 09:00hrs | 396 | by Staff reporter
Cops speak on mistaken identity after arrest of 'armed robber'
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has expressed concern over a case of mistaken identity following the arrest of Spencer Mapfumo, a 42-year-old suspected armed robber involved in multiple robberies, ...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 08:27hrs | 820 | by Staff reporter
NGOs told to adhere to Zimbabwe laws
Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Zimbabwe must adhere to the country's laws and regulations in order to avoid tensions with the government, a senior official has advised.Simon Masanga,...Published: 15 Nov 2024 at 08:41hrs | 415 | 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 | 532 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe backtracks on fines for ordinary WhatsApp group admins
The government has clarified that WhatsApp group administrators who do not gather personal information from members for commercial purposes are exempt from obtaining a licence from the telecommunicati...Published: 10 Nov 2024 at 10:40hrs | 217 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's IT Minister denies claims that WhatsApp Group Admins will need licenses
Information Technology Minister Tatenda Mavetera has issued a statement rejecting claims circulating on social media that WhatsApp group administrators will soon be required to obtain government licen...Published: 09 Nov 2024 at 17:26hrs | 1450 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabweans blast government over WhatsApp licences
A wave of backlash has erupted across Zimbabwe following the government's announcement of new regulations requiring WhatsApp group administrators to obtain licenses and comply with stringent data prot...Published: 09 Nov 2024 at 17:12hrs | 243 | by Staff reporter
Kwekwe City parking matter referred to High Court
Kwekwe City Council has distanced itself from an entity known as "Kwekwe City Parking," which has been collecting parking fees from motorists in the city's central business district, sparking controve...Published: 07 Nov 2024 at 06:59hrs | 194 | by Staff reporter
Zuma arms deal persecution is weird, says Thuli Madonsela
Former public protector Prof Thuli Madonsela has dropped a bombshell that former president Jacob Zuma's prosecution regarding the controversial arms deal is a mystery. Her remarks came during ...Published: 05 Nov 2024 at 09:30hrs | 1186 | 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 | 808 | by Staff reporter
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 | 550 | by Staff reporter
Nkomo blasts Zanu-PF over policy confusion
Zapu leader Sibangilizwe Nkomo has blasted Zanu PF government over policy which he blamed for economic quagmire in the country.In...Published: 22 Oct 2024 at 07:21hrs | 572 | by Stephen Jakes
Jeys Marabini dismisses Mazibuko debt claims
Celebrated musician Jeys Marabini has dismissed allegations made by former modelling coach Sipho Mazibuko, who claimed he owes her money stemming from events that occurred in the early 2000s. Mazibuko...Published: 20 Oct 2024 at 14:07hrs | 131 | by Staff reporter
Lobola confusion hits Zimbabwe
The 2022 Marriage Act, which consolidates previous separate laws on civil and customary marriages, has sparked widespread misinformation on social media, prompting clarification from Justice, Legal, a...Published: 19 Oct 2024 at 12:08hrs | 28972 | by Staff reporter
Bonyongwe, Mutsvangwa bitter feud escalates
The ongoing feud between former Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) Director-General Happyton Bonyongwe and Zanu PF spokesperson Chris Mutsvangwa has escalated, with Bonyongwe launching a scathing...Published: 15 Oct 2024 at 09:23hrs | 3935 | by Staff reporter
Zimsec transporters unpaid for 2023 gig
The Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (Zimsec) is facing allegations of failing to compensate service providers for vehicles hired to transport examination papers last year. Zimsec had contracted v...Published: 14 Oct 2024 at 08:14hrs | 137 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe government's continued web of lies on ZiG gold-backing exposed!
Yesterday's statement, in a ZBC interview, by Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe Governor John Mushayavanhu has sparked confusion regarding the country's new currency, the Zimbabwean Gold (ZiG). The gov...Published: 11 Oct 2024 at 08:32hrs | 2303 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Blow for Mnangagwa supporters?
Seventy-nine percent or eight in 10 Zimbabweans support constitutional provisions limiting the president to a maximum two five-year terms, according to a new survey by Afrobarometer.The limits...Published: 10 Oct 2024 at 13:22hrs | 3140 | by Staff reporter
Zille, DA exploits ANC turmoil to 'push own political agenda'
On June 30, 2024, President Cyril Ramaphosa announced that eleven political parties had joined the multiparty coalition, which he called the 'Government of National Unity (GNU).'The United Afr...Published: 06 Oct 2024 at 13:59hrs | 818 | by Bheki Mngomezulu
Supermarkets, vendors reject ZiG
In a significant economic shift, supermarkets, vendors, commuter omnibus operators, and tuckshops across Zimbabwe have stopped accepting payments in the local ZiG currency. This decision follows Reser...Published: 01 Oct 2024 at 09:10hrs | 1298 | by Staff reporter
60% of pupils hungry, feel El Niño pinch
At least three million out of 4.9 million pupils across Zimbabwe have been severely impacted by the El Niño-induced drought, with the government facing significant challenges in consolidating its sch...Published: 01 Oct 2024 at 09:07hrs | 87 | by Staff reporter
2 'town clerks' running Harare
Harare City Council (HCC) is embroiled in a new scandal following revelations that it has been operating with two town clerks for nearly a year. This shocking development was reported by NewsDay, rais...Published: 30 Sep 2024 at 07:45hrs | 833 | by Staff reporter
Tshabangu has not fired Welshman Ncube and others
Citizens' Coalition for Change (CCC) party interim Secretary General, Senator Sengezo Tshabangu, has clarified that there has been no dismissal of Professor Welshman Ncube or any other party leaders. ...Published: 16 Sep 2024 at 15:55hrs | 1719 | by Staff reporter
Tragic morgue mix-up: Family buries stranger in Mangwe district
What was meant to be a solemn farewell for their beloved son turned into a shocking and bewildering ordeal for the Ndebele family from Matanka Two Village in Mangwe District, Matabeleland South. The f...Published: 16 Sep 2024 at 08:10hrs | 501 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo man reports lawyer to Law Society of Zimbabwe
A Bulawayo resident has lodged a formal complaint alleging severe misconduct and unethical behavior within the legal system, specifically targeting a local lawyer accused of disrupting legal proceedin...Published: 13 Sep 2024 at 08:03hrs | 508 | by Staff reporter
Hope at last for Zimbabweans in South Africa
In November 2021, South Africa's Department of Home Affairs (DHA) abruptly announced that it would not extend the Zimbabwe Exemption Permits (ZEP), leaving hundreds of thousands of Zimbabweans scrambl...Published: 11 Sep 2024 at 11:52hrs | 6699 | by Staff reporter
Chigumba wants political parties in Zimbabwe to be registered
Justice Priscilla Chigumba, chairperson of the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC), has called for the registration of political parties to address the challenges encountered during the 2023 elections...Published: 26 Aug 2024 at 07:56hrs | 459 | by Staff reporter
United Nations of Africa congratulates ED for assuming SADC Chairmanship ...as he blasts opposition for being disorganised
United Nations of Africa (UNA) Zimbabwe representative, Max Mkandla has congratulated President Emmerson Mnangagwa for assuming the Southern African Development Community (Sadc) Chair position, adding...Published: 21 Aug 2024 at 16:51hrs | 877 | by Stephen Jakes
Mthwakazi members charged with public violence
EIGHT members of the opposition Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP) arrested on Wednesday during a "clean-up" campaign in Mzilikazi and Nguboyenja have been charged with public violence.This was co...Published: 09 Aug 2024 at 07:49hrs | 283 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa says he is a constitutionalist
President Mnangagwa has called on Zanu-PF members to adhere to the party's constitution, emphasizing his commitment to constitutionalism. Speaking at the Zanu-PF National Assembly of the Youth...Published: 08 Aug 2024 at 07:50hrs | 618 | by Staff reporter
'ANC of Ramaphosa wasting state resources in its fight for MK'
The Durban High Court reserved its judgment in the trademark matter between the ANC and the uMkhonto weSizwe Party (MKP).The ANC is forging ahead to claim the exclusive rights to the name (uMk...Published: 02 Aug 2024 at 07:31hrs | 415 | by Sgtaff reporter
Nelson Chamisa must wake up from slumber and spare us this confusion
If truth be told, the tragic events happening in the opposition can only be attributed to Nelson Chamisa himself because only him can put a stop to this nonsense. If he were to step up and sho...Published: 30 Jul 2024 at 20:39hrs | 735 | by Fanuel Chinowaita
Are we cursed as Zimbabweans?
Let us not pretend and lie to each other. We need to be brutally honest.Have we not, at some point, asked ourselves or one another this question?Are we cursed as Zimbabweans?...Published: 29 Jul 2024 at 08:13hrs | 1290 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
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