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Zimbabwe ranks highest corrupt country in SADC for 2024 by TI
Zimbabwe has come out as the worst corrupt country in SADC in 2024, according to the latest data from discredited Transparency International coming only ahead of a war-torn DRC.This was also t...Published: 21 hrs ago | 811 | by Staff reporter
Ramaphosa going out of his way to piss off Donald Trump
President Cyril Ramaphosa has extended an invitation to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy for a state visit to South Africa, with hopes that the visit will take place soon, his office confirmed ...Published: 21 Feb 2025 at 16:01hrs | 1596 | by Staff reporter
Ballots and Bullets: The Struggle for Democracy in Africa
Since the wave of independence that swept across Africa in the 1960s, the promise of democracy has remained elusive for much of the continent. The dream of democratic governance, where leaders are acc...Published: 20 Feb 2025 at 08:34hrs | 692 | by Rutendo Vanessa Chisi
Rwanda-backed rebels occupy a 2nd major city in Congo's mineral-rich east
Rwanda-backed rebels have occupied a second major city in mineral-rich eastern Congo, the government said Sunday, as M23 rebels confirmed they were in the city to restore order after it was abandoned ...Published: 17 Feb 2025 at 10:56hrs | 687 | by Staff reporter
Dodgy schools sprout
The Government is currently reviewing the minimum standards for school licensing as part of efforts to address the proliferation of illegal learning institutions, a problem attributed to the shortage ...Published: 17 Feb 2025 at 09:02hrs | 449 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo suburbs drown
For Prisca Moyo, a resident of Sizinda, the sight of darkening skies over Bulawayo brings a familiar dread. The thought of another night spent bailing water from her modest two-bedroomed house or dryi...Published: 15 Feb 2025 at 07:49hrs | 896 | by Staff reporter
Man stabs wife with screwdriver
A 28-year-old man from Cowdray Park, Bulawayo, has been fined US$120 or sentenced to two months in jail for stabbing his wife with a screwdriver during a domestic dispute.Tushonupane Mwembe wa...Published: 10 Feb 2025 at 18:23hrs | 596 | by Staff reporter
Schools shortage hits Cowdray Park
Cowdray Park, one of Bulawayo's largest and fastest-growing suburbs, is grappling with a severe shortage of schools, clinics, and other essential amenities, as rapid population growth continues to out...Published: 10 Feb 2025 at 06:38hrs | 291 | by Staff reporter
Derek Chisora beats Wallin in UK finale
HEAVYWEIGHT boxer Derek Chisora proved too much for Otto Wallin as he picked up a unanimous decision victory in his final fight in the United Kingdom.Chisora was on top from the first bell and...Published: 09 Feb 2025 at 11:31hrs | 462 | by Staff reporter
Ramaphosa issues strong warning to Donald Trump
President Cyril Ramaphosa used his State of the Nation Address to send a strong message to his country's detractors, warning that the South Africa he leads will not cower to bullies.South Afri...Published: 07 Feb 2025 at 06:43hrs | 1728 | by Staff reporter
Illegal vendors conduct clean-up exercise
Illegal vendors in Bulawayo's Ward 14 took the initiative on Saturday to conduct a clean-up exercise at the Hawkflight intersection in Cowdray Park, with the aim of impressing the local council and av...Published: 05 Feb 2025 at 12:00hrs | 175 | by Staff reporter
Professor Mthuli Ncube donates four tonnes of mealie-meal
The Minister of Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion, Professor Mthuli Ncube, has donated four tonnes of mealie-meal to two care homes in Bulawayo as part of his continued efforts t...Published: 04 Feb 2025 at 16:50hrs | 227 | by Staff reporter
Thekwane High school parents protest fee hike and uniform policy
Parents at Thekwane High School in Plumtree have raised concerns over a sharp increase in Lower Six fees, which have risen from around US$500 to US$900. The fee hike, coupled with a requirement to pur...Published: 02 Feb 2025 at 18:51hrs | 1829 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa disregards Gukurahundi: now fights in cahoots with Genocide perpetrator Chiwenga
This visceral loathing of Ndebele people. We have been saying multiple times that Chamisa is connected to Chiwenga and Zanu PF at several levels. Chatufa TV channels confirmed our fears about Chamisa'...Published: 30 Jan 2025 at 21:42hrs | 1232 | by Nomazulu Thata
Another empty deadline for Lake Gwayi-Tshangani from second republic
The Government of Zimbabwe has expressed confidence that the 650-million-cubic-metre Lake Gwayi-Tshangani, a key infrastructure project in Matabeleland North, will be completed before the next rainy s...Published: 30 Jan 2025 at 06:51hrs | 5265 | by Staff reporter
Harare Mayor blames Zesa for City's street light crisis
Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume has revealed that the city's municipality is struggling to maintain street lights due to ongoing issues stemming from the takeover of the thermal power station by the power u...Published: 28 Jan 2025 at 07:03hrs | 155 | by Staff reporter
Man crushed by truck while working under it
A tragic workplace accident in Bulawayo's Belmont West has claimed the life of 32-year-old Proud Mashava, who was fatally crushed when a hydraulic wheel jack slipped while he was working under a truck...Published: 27 Jan 2025 at 08:21hrs | 994 | by Staff reporter
Will Zimbabweans finally stand up against oppression or continue trapped by fear?
Zimbabwe is at a crossroads! From various segments of Zimbabwean society - including social justice advocates like myself, opposition groups, and pro-democracy activists - there has been relen...Published: 22 Jan 2025 at 10:20hrs | 940 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Bulawayo dealer allegedly shoots self dead
Bulawayo businessman John Tafara Madzikatire allegedly fatally shot himself near his girlfriend's house in Cowdray Park on Saturday night.According to sources, Mr. Madzikatire had been posting...Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 14:20hrs | 1445 | by Staff reporter
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 | 2016 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo hit by devastating storm
The heavy downpour that hit Bulawayo on Tuesday this week has left a trail of destruction across several suburbs, Southern Eye has established.Residents in affected areas were left in distress...Published: 16 Jan 2025 at 07:10hrs | 1462 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo left to count the cost
Torrential rains accompanied by strong winds wreaked havoc in Bulawayo on Tuesday afternoon, leaving scores of families homeless as roofs were ripped off homes, schools, and a church. The storm, which...Published: 16 Jan 2025 at 07:06hrs | 308 | by Staff reporter
Botswana-bound bus kills 18 cattle on Bulawayo-Plumtree highway
Tragedy struck on Monday evening when a Botswana-bound bus collided with a herd of 21 cattle along the Bulawayo-Plumtree highway, approximately 10km from Plumtree town.Eighteen cattle were kil...Published: 15 Jan 2025 at 05:53hrs | 928 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo's Trenance landfill relocation
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has revealed that relocating the Trenance landfill site would require over US$1.8 million. However, city officials argue that such a move may be unnecessary, citing min...Published: 14 Jan 2025 at 14:07hrs | 106 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo hosts 2025 Legal Year
The stage is set for the official opening of the 2025 Legal Year, which will take place tomorrow at the Bulawayo High Court. Chief Justice Luke Malaba will preside over the main event, marking a signi...Published: 12 Jan 2025 at 11:59hrs | 199 | by Staff reporter
Vapostori Judicial Council thwarts media claims on Chivhayo donation misfortunes
The National Judicial Council of Vapostori (NJCV) has dismissed and describes as malicious defamation of character launched by an online publication that is meant to distort philanthropic work by Wick...Published: 04 Jan 2025 at 19:11hrs | 1026 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
Zimbabwe's Politics in 2025: A Nation at a Crossroads
As Zimbabwe steps into 2025, the nation finds itself deeply entangled in a political and economic crisis that has left citizens disillusioned and desperate for meaningful change. The ruling ZANU-PF pa...Published: 03 Jan 2025 at 09:15hrs | 935 | by Fanuel Chinowaita
Mpilo hospital opens unit to tackle drug abuse epidemic`
In response to Zimbabwe's escalating drug and substance abuse crisis, Mpilo Central Hospital has established a dedicated Mental Health Clinic to provide specialised care for affected individuals. The ...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:33hrs | 33 | by Staff reporter
Madzibaba Owen, Vapostori4ED commissar cheat death
At least two leaders from ZANU-PF's clergymen affiliate, Vapostori and MaZion for economic development (Vapostori4ED) are lucky to be alive after their ve...Published: 30 Dec 2024 at 10:00hrs | 1788 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
ZAPU to establish Gukurahundi genocide museum, expose ZANU-PF
Preparations are at an advanced stage for the Zimbabwe African People's Union (ZAPU) to establish a Gukurahundi Genocide Museum in Bulawayo and all people should [instead] wear black in remembrance of...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 11:15hrs | 979 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Mnangagwa is a 'coward', says Clive Malunga
Veteran musician and war veteran Clive Malunga has taken a bold stance against President Emmerson Mnangagwa's pursuit of a third presidential term, questioning the legitimacy of the 82-year-old Zanu-P...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 05:56hrs | 4020 | by Staff reporter
Mthuli Ncube spreads festive cheer in Bulawayo and Matobo
In a touching gesture of goodwill during the festive season, Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion Minister, Professor Mthuli Ncube, brought joy and relief to struggling families by ...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 05:46hrs | 2649 | by Staff reporter
Buhera villagers embark on tree planting drive
Enterprising villagers from Buhera Central Constituency in partnership with the Forest Commission recently conducted a successful three-day tree planting training workshop at Chief Nyashanu's homestea...Published: 20 Dec 2024 at 20:57hrs | 129 | by Edson Mapani In Buhera
10 die in early festive road accidents
As the Christmas and New Year holidays approach, ten people have lost their lives, while several others sustained injuries, some seriously, in three separate road accidents reported this week....Published: 20 Dec 2024 at 11:03hrs | 148 | by Staff reporter
BBC accused of plot to destabilise Niger
NIGER has suspended the operations of the British media company, BBC, owing to the suspicion that the company is trying to disrupt the country's peace.Niger's government has suspended the UK-b...Published: 15 Dec 2024 at 09:41hrs | 544 | by Staff reporter
5 armed robbers arrested in Bulawayo
Bulawayo police have apprehended five individuals linked to a string of armed robberies targeting families and business premises in and around the city. The suspects were operating primarily in Cowdra...Published: 13 Dec 2024 at 14:41hrs | 2863 | by Staff reporter
Court visits Mugabe's 'grave' in exhumation case
Chinhoyi Magistrate Kudzanai Mahaso has granted village head Tinos Manongovere his request for an inspection in loco at the burial sites of the late former President Robert Mugabe, following a dispute...Published: 12 Dec 2024 at 06:58hrs | 2003 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo City Council revives shop repossession policy
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has reignited a 17-year-old resolution mandating the repossession of council-leased shops whose tenants have exceeded a 10-year tenure. Originally passed on December 5,...Published: 11 Dec 2024 at 06:36hrs | 321 | by Staff reporter
The tale of two criminal politicians
CORRUPTION is a type of dishonesty or a criminal offence that is often perpetrated by a person or an organisation that is entrusted in a position of authority to acquire illicit benefits or abuse powe...Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 08:14hrs | 937 | by Tapiwa Gomo
Robberies, muggings escalate in Bulawayo's dark suburb
The ongoing shortage of tower lights in Bulawayo's Cowdray Park suburb has become a significant contributor to the surge in criminal activities, particularly muggings and robberies, leaving residents ...Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 06:51hrs | 287 | by Staff reporter
BCC leases land for business to boost local economy
The City of Bulawayo has announced the opening of a new tender process inviting bids for the lease of several business premises across the city. This initiative is part of the local authority's effort...Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 09:52hrs | 117 | by Staff reporter
Extremely hot, dry conditions jolt farmers
Zimbabwe is experiencing an extreme heatwave that began on November 30, raising alarm among farmers and health experts. Temperatures across the country are soaring, with some areas expected to reach u...Published: 06 Dec 2024 at 06:29hrs | 349 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo armed robbery gang arrested
A gang of three suspected armed robbers has been arrested in Bulawayo following a string of violent home invasions.The suspects, Mkhaliphi Ncube alias Mlonitshwa (25) of Cowdray Park, and Give...Published: 06 Dec 2024 at 06:27hrs | 376 | by Staff reporter
Magistrate Courts set for construction in Cowdray Park and Emganwini
The 2025 national budget has earmarked a total of ZiG711 million for key priority projects in Bulawayo Metropolitan Province, covering infrastructure, healthcare, housing, and cultural heritage develo...Published: 03 Dec 2024 at 15:23hrs | 302 | by Staff reporter
Mashonaland chief in legal trouble over abuse directed at woman
The national Council of Chiefs has been petitioned to act on an errant chief who was filmed verbally abusing a woman during a village court sitting.Chief Nyamaropa, of Shamva in Mashonaland Ce...Published: 02 Dec 2024 at 16:56hrs | 1519 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe farmers turn to maggots to survive drought
At first, the suggestion to try farming maggots spooked Mari Choumumba and other farmers in Nyangambe, a region in southeastern Zimbabwe where drought wiped out the staple crop of corn.After m...Published: 02 Dec 2024 at 07:28hrs | 1707 | by Staff reporter
BCC to relocate Ngozi Mine
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has resolved to relocate the Richmond landfill, commonly known as "Ngozi Mine," to address growing pollution concerns raised by residents. The council also plans to par...Published: 02 Dec 2024 at 07:19hrs | 441 | by Staff reporter
Police smash armed robbery syndicate in Bulawayo
In a significant breakthrough, Zimbabwean police have dismantled a seven-member armed robbery syndicate that had been terrorizing residents of Bulawayo. The arrests come amid heightened efforts to cur...Published: 02 Dec 2024 at 07:18hrs | 855 | by Staff reporter
Trump threatens BRICS for trying to move away from the dollar
The BRICS nations will be hit with 100% tariffs on their goods if they try to introduce a reserve currency to rival the dollar, US President-elect Donald Trump has warned. Trump has repeatedly threate...Published: 30 Nov 2024 at 21:26hrs | 2576 | by Staff reporter
City workers choke to death in sewer
The City of Kadoma is in mourning after two municipal workers tragically lost their lives while attempting to fix a sewer blockage near St John Kennedy Primary School on Thursday, November 28, 2024....Published: 30 Nov 2024 at 12:59hrs | 132 | by Staff reporter
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