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Ramaphosa to appoint Afrikaner as SA ambassador to US
The ANC is divided over President Cyril Ramaphosa considering the appointment of a white Afrikaner as the new South African Ambassador to the United States. According to highly placed sources ...Published: 2 hrs ago | 206 | by Staff reporter
What triggered the call for the failed 31 March 'uprising' in Zimbabwe?
The old-age wisdom that facts are stubborn came alive last week after social media platforms and sections of the mainstream media went into a frenzy with sensational claims that the Parliament of Zimb...Published: 15 Apr 2025 at 18:22hrs | 2658 | by Jonathan Moyo
Raj Modi rescues Sizinda with 22,000 litres of water
Bulawayo South Member of Parliament and Minister of Industry and Commerce, Raj Modi, on Wednesday delivered 22,000 litres of water to Sizinda suburb residents, who had endured three weeks without runn...Published: 10 Apr 2025 at 09:03hrs | 58 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF councilor arrested over 'Mnangagwa must go' post
Zanu-PF Ward 24 Councillor Zivanai Zvada is currently in police custody after being arrested on April 1 for allegedly inciting public disorder by forwarding a politically charged message in a communit...Published: 05 Apr 2025 at 08:41hrs | 1233 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's security shake-up was a 'masterstroke'
Zanu-PF national spokesperson Chris Mutsvangwa has praised President Emmerson Mnangagwa's recent security sector reshuffle, calling it a "masterstroke" that neutralized individuals who mistakenly beli...Published: 02 Apr 2025 at 15:34hrs | 5322 | by Staff reporter
Matabeleland condemns 'ruinous' Zanu-PF factionalism
Political leaders and commentators in Matabeleland have raised concerns over the internal factional battles within the ruling Zanu-PF party, arguing that the ongoing power struggles are creating uncer...Published: 02 Apr 2025 at 11:20hrs | 1062 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF hopes Pretoria and Washington find each other and mend relations
National spokesperson of Zimbabwe's ruling party, Zanu-PF, Christopher Mutsvangwa has expressed his party's support as South Africa seeks to fix bilateral relations with the United States led by Presi...Published: 02 Apr 2025 at 10:12hrs | 208 | by Staff reporter
The idea of Zimbabwe and Matabeleland question
I think the best way to understand the present day manifestations and character of Matebeleland politics is to situate them properly historically and politically within the broader terrain of the deve...Published: 29 Mar 2025 at 17:01hrs | 2070 | by Sabelo J. Ndlovu-Gatsheni
BornFreesforED condemn planned protests
The BornFreesforED movement has strongly criticized calls for protests in Zimbabwe, describing them as reckless and counter-revolutionary acts that serve no genuine purpose except to advance neo-colon...Published: 29 Mar 2025 at 08:26hrs | 120 | by Staff reporter
ED 2030 Agenda: The one seeking selfish ambition, dividing the nation and threatening national stability
Zimbabwe faces its greatest test since the ouster of Robert Gabriel Mugabe.Of late, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has become increasingly unyielding in his rhetoric, especially in warning those...Published: 28 Mar 2025 at 11:37hrs | 624 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Chirumanzu chieftainship wrangle takes unexpected turn
The ongoing Chirumanzu chieftaincy dispute has taken a dramatic turn, with opponents of Abraham Nyamande's nomination for the chiefdom filing an urgent High Court application to halt his installation....Published: 28 Mar 2025 at 05:46hrs | 526 | by Staff reporter
Has Mnangagwa played his joker too soon?
By removing Lieutenant-General Anselem Sanyatwe, a key military commander, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has boldly played his joker in the high-stakes political game of succession. This move is emblem...Published: 27 Mar 2025 at 06:34hrs | 2105 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF suspensions linked to fight for province's top post
Former Zanu-PF Harare South lawmaker Shadreck Mashayamombe has become the latest casualty in the growing factional infighting within the ruling party, which has been further fueled by a campaign to ex...Published: 16 Mar 2025 at 09:31hrs | 486 | by Staff reporter
Book Review | Odyssey of Liberation: A Memoir of a Rebel Advocate
Chinua Achebe, the Nigerian novelist, poet, and critic, famously argued that "until the lions have their historians, tales of the hunt shall always glorify the hunter". In his recently minted book, Od...Published: 15 Mar 2025 at 14:08hrs | 241 | by Professor Sipho Seepe
Whether one calls it a third term or a term extension, it's the same: an illegitimate attempt to prolong power
The riddles continue in an attempt to hoodwink the people of Zimbabwe. The ruling ZANU-PF National Political Commissar, Munyaradzi Machacha, yesterday sought to reframe the increasingly contro...Published: 10 Mar 2025 at 13:46hrs | 257 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Mnangagwa reverses Chinamasa's decision to fire activists
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has intervened in an internal Zanu-PF dispute, reversing a decision by the party's legal secretary, Patrick Chinamasa, to fire six paid social media activists who were dee...Published: 10 Mar 2025 at 10:47hrs | 5319 | by Staff reporter
The tragedy of 'Zimba the Arsonist' who torched King Mzilikazi's gravesite
Zimba of the Shilwa clan was part of the Inqama regiment that guarded the grave of King Mzilikazi at Entumbane hill at the Matobo National Park. Sometime in the early 1870s when King Lobhengula was st...Published: 09 Mar 2025 at 15:28hrs | 1156 | by Mzala Tom
Zanu-PF crafts digital media policy to rein in rogue members
Zimbabwe's ruling party, Zanu-PF, is in the process of formulating a digital media policy aimed at curbing internal discord and controlling the use of social media among its members and affiliates. Th...Published: 08 Mar 2025 at 14:39hrs | 36 | by Staff reporter
Decoding and explaining the co-existence between Nelson Chamisa and ZANU-PF
Decoding and explaining the co-existence between Nelson Chamisa and ZANU-PF in the Zimbabwean authoritarian context: A case of captured popular opposition leadership1. Introduction...Published: 07 Mar 2025 at 09:34hrs | 2007 | by Justice Alfred Mavedzenge
Chamisa's close confidant drops bombshell allegations
A close confidant of opposition leader Nelson Chamisa, Justice Alfred Mavedzenge, has set Zimbabwe's political landscape abuzz with a damning and ...Published: 07 Mar 2025 at 08:56hrs | 2962 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa in the shadows of political darkness
Justice Alfred Mavedzenge has done a very informative analysis on the behavior of Nelson Chamisa, and the radical change in his political personality since his ZINASU days of a firebrand student polit...Published: 06 Mar 2025 at 15:08hrs | 617 | by Reason Wafawarova
Diplomatic Breakdown: The Failed Trump-Zelensky Meeting
The February 28, 2025 Oval Office meeting between Presidents Trump and Zelensky ended in diplomatic disaster, fundamentally altering US-Ukraine relations. What began as a planned mineral resources agr...Published: 02 Mar 2025 at 19:44hrs | 1506 | by Staff Reporter
War veterans reiterate calls for Mnangagwa's exit
Veterans of Zimbabwe's liberation struggle have intensified their calls for President Emmerson Mnangagwa to step down, throwing their support behind former bush war combatant, Blessed Runesu Geza, who...Published: 01 Mar 2025 at 09:08hrs | 748 | by Staff reporter
Factionalism rocks Zanu-PF's in Bulawayo
The Zanu-PF cell verification programme in Bulawayo has been marred by factionalism and infighting within the ruling party, sources have revealed. The exercise, which is essential for party organisati...Published: 27 Feb 2025 at 12:31hrs | 1119 | by Staff reporter
Masvingo City to develop new CBD
Masvingo City is set to begin the development of a new central business district (CBD) in August this year, a move aimed at expanding the city's commercial infrastructure and alleviating congestion in...Published: 27 Feb 2025 at 11:01hrs | 351 | by Staff reporter
Massive fuel theft rocks Zimbabwe Media Commission
Millions of Zimbabwe dollars have vanished from the Zimbabwe Media Commission (ZMC), with an internal audit revealing the misappropriation of approximately 77,000 liters of fuel over a 20-month period...Published: 26 Feb 2025 at 12:22hrs | 601 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe at a Crossroads: The Proposed Constitutional Amendment and Its Implications
Zimbabwe is facing a critical moment in its history, as a proposed constitutional amendment threatens to undermine the country's democratic principles. The amendment, which would extend President Emme...Published: 25 Feb 2025 at 10:45hrs | 512 | by Mlilo Joyinani and Ndaba Nhuku
Sengezo Tshabangu fights for political survival
Sengezo Tshabangu, the self-appointed Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) secretary-general, is struggling to maintain his political relevance following his expulsion from the opposition party last we...Published: 25 Feb 2025 at 07:02hrs | 1206 | by Staff reporter
Tshabangu denies ties to 'CCC Blue' and 'CCC Green'
Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) senator Sengezo Tshabangu has dismissed claims that he was ever a member of the faction led by Welshman Ncube, following his expulsion from the party last week....Published: 24 Feb 2025 at 16:24hrs | 881 | by Staff reporter
Mutsvangwa downplays Zanu-PF internal strife
As internal rifts within ZANU PF continue to escalate, party spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa on Thursday sidestepped questions about growing factionalism, insisting he was unaware of any tensions....Published: 15 Feb 2025 at 07:57hrs | 777 | by Staff reporter
The push for Mnangagwa's term extension is a threat to national unity and development
In recent years, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has repeatedly called for unity among Zimbabweans. On paper, this is a noble and constructive appeal. A united nation, working collectivel...Published: 14 Feb 2025 at 12:09hrs | 549 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Machakaire's panicked demeanor amplifies concerns about Zanu-PF's stability
Youth Affairs Minister and Zanu-PF Youth League leader Tino Machakaire appeared visibly unsettled yesterday as he publicly defended President Emmerson Mnangagwa amidst rising tensions within the rulin...Published: 14 Feb 2025 at 11:33hrs | 1227 | by Staff reporter
'Bombshell' Geza intensifies his efforts to derail the ED2030 project
Tensions are running high within the ruling Zanu-PF party as central committee member and outspoken war veteran Blessed "Bombshell" Geza intensifies his efforts to derail the ED2030 project, aimed at ...Published: 14 Feb 2025 at 06:08hrs | 2129 | by Staff reporter
Money divides war vets over 2030 battle?
President Emmerson Mnangagwa's alleged ambitions to extend his tenure beyond the 2028 constitutional limit have ignited fierce political turmoil within Zanu-PF and heightened tensions across Zimbabwe....Published: 13 Feb 2025 at 09:44hrs | 880 | by Staff reporter
Jabulani Sibanda urges war vets to unite amid Zanu-PF divisions
Zanu PF Bulawayo Provincial Chairperson Jabulani Sibanda has called for unity among war veterans, urging them to collectively address grievances as Zimbabwe faces increasing global uncertainty. ...Published: 10 Feb 2025 at 14:34hrs | 1551 | by Staff reporter
Anti-Mnangagwa faction blocks CEO appointment in Bikita
The appointment of Archbald Ncube as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Bikita Rural District Council (RDC) has sparked intense controversy, exposing deep-seated factional tensions between group...Published: 09 Feb 2025 at 17:01hrs | 2606 | by Staff reporter
Geza defiant as Mnangagwa returns
Former Zanu-PF member Blessed R. Geza has declared he will fight to reclaim his place within the ruling party despite news of his expulsion. Geza, a vocal critic of President Emmerson Mnangagwa's lead...Published: 06 Feb 2025 at 08:22hrs | 3282 | by Staff reporter
So war veterans get $7.50 whilst Zvigananda walk away with millions!
The insults against the people of Zimbabwe continue.The recent launch of the so-called Presidential War Veterans Fund by the Zimbabwean government exposes the deep contradictions, hypocrisy, a...Published: 04 Feb 2025 at 22:41hrs | 1606 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Lusengo acquitted in Dynamos share ownership case
After a protracted legal battle spanning over three years, Dynamos Football Club (Pvt) Ltd board chairman Bernard Marriot Lusengo has been acquitted of fraud charges related to his acquisition of 51% ...Published: 01 Feb 2025 at 08:47hrs | 156 | by Staff reporter
ZANU-PF explodes, as official receives death threats
Factionalism is at boiling point in Zanu-PF Mazowe district following death threats sent to District Coordinating Committee member, Edwin Chinotimba by fe...Published: 29 Jan 2025 at 08:03hrs | 3123 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
Zanu-PF using rice to sway public opinion on term extension
As the "ED 2030" agenda gains traction, some Zanu-PF Members of Parliament (MPs) are accused of politicizing food aid intended for vulnerable communities. The rice, distributed by President Emmerson M...Published: 25 Jan 2025 at 15:48hrs | 478 | by Staff reporter
Makwinji fails to vote for himself as Nqobile is elected ZIFA President
Nqobile Magwizi has clinched the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) presidency in a landslide victory, securing 61 out of 77 votes (80%) during an election overshadowed by allegations of vote-buying...Published: 25 Jan 2025 at 15:26hrs | 893 | by Staff reporter
Goat Meat is in Short Supply in Zimbabwe: Sifiso Agbetorwoka
Sifiso Agbetorwoka, a well-known goat farmer in Zimbabwe and the owner of Bulembe Farm, recently hosted a Goat Breeding Masterclass at her farm. She highlighted the challenges facing goat farmers in Z...Published: 22 Jan 2025 at 10:14hrs | 1204 | by Mncedisi Nyathi
War veteran warns against Constitutional amendments to extend Mnangagwa term
Outspoken war veteran Andrew Ndlovu has issued a strong warning to the government against attempts to amend the Constitution, arguing that such actions will lead to chaos and negatively impact future ...Published: 21 Jan 2025 at 13:53hrs | 2489 | by Staff reporter
Gukurahundi deployed on this day in 1983
January 20, 2025 marks the somber 42nd anniversary of one of the darkest chapters in Zimbabwe's history - the Gukurahundi genocide. This atrocity, carried out by the North Korea-trained Five Brigade u...Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 11:09hrs | 734 | by Staff reporter
Mphoko's son files $500,000 lawsuit over rape allegations
Siqokoqela Mphoko, son of the late former vice-president Phelekezela Mphoko, has filed a $500,000 lawsuit against a relative who accused him of raping her then 12-year-old daughter, as deepening famil...Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 10:09hrs | 396 | by Staff reporter
US war on maintaining unipolar digital control shuts TikTok vs. President Mnangagwa's open and thriving social media spaces
In a dramatic turn of events, TikTok abruptly ceased operations for US users late Saturday night, just moments before a nationwide ban was set to take effect. This ban formally prohibits internet serv...Published: 19 Jan 2025 at 11:08hrs | 352 | by Maxwell Haitengeswinyika Teedzai
Constitutional coup looms in Zimbabwe
A controversial proposal to amend Zimbabwe's Constitution and extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term of office by up to five years beyond the 2028 constitutional limit has sparked heated debate. T...Published: 15 Jan 2025 at 12:09hrs | 2686 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa hosts CCC MPs at his Kwekwe farm
President Emmerson Mnangagwa will host a delegation of around 300 legislators from both houses of Parliament, including members of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) faction led by Sengezo Tshaba...Published: 12 Jan 2025 at 12:47hrs | 1779 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa intensifying efforts to extend his presidential term limit
President Emmerson Mnangagwa is intensifying efforts to extend his presidency beyond the constitutional two-term limit, with a strategy aimed at postponing Zimbabwe’s next elections from 2028 to 203...Published: 12 Jan 2025 at 12:29hrs | 966 | by Staff reporter
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