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Mzembi's fresh freedom bid ruling moved to Friday

The ruling on former Foreign Affairs Minister Walter Mzembi's application challenging his placement on remand has been postponed to this Friday. Mzembi launched the bid last week after his bail was revoked due to his failure to appear in c…

Published: 10 Jul 2025 at 09:02hrs | 267 | by Staff reporter

Ramaphosa's lawyers respond to Buyanga's freedom bid

Attorneys representing South African President Cyril Ramaphosa have stated that they will abide by the Constitutional Court's ruling following an application by Zimbabwean businessman Frank Buyanga Sadiqi, who is seeking release from deten…

Published: 31 Jan 2025 at 07:30hrs | 462 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean businessman launches fresh freedom bid in South African

Zimbabwean businessman Frank Buyanga, who has been in detention at the Johannesburg Correctional Centre for more than two years, has launched a renewed legal challenge for his freedom. Buyanga, arrested on November 10, 2022, following a re…

Published: 24 Jan 2025 at 08:03hrs | 1649 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe sees 33% drop in media freedom violations, MISA reports

The Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) Zimbabwe has reported a significant reduction in media freedom violations in Zimbabwe, with recorded incidents dropping from 24 in 2022 to 16 in 2023 - a 33.3% decrease. This development aligns…

Published: 05 Nov 2024 at 08:20hrs | 111 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabweans should know that independence never guarantees freedom

This is a truth that has seemingly been lost on many people. For some strange reason, we appear to believe that the attainment of political independence by a country automatically translates into freedom for the nation's citizenry. There c…

Published: 16 Aug 2024 at 16:19hrs | 605 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Mnangagwa tells Zimbabweans not to take for granted the freedom they enjoy today

President Emmerson Mnangagwa, in his Heroes Day commemoration message, urged Zimbabweans to appreciate the freedom gained after the countryâ€™s independence in 1980. He emphasized that the peace and independence being enjoyed today were ha…

Published: 12 Aug 2024 at 16:40hrs | 621 | by Staff reporter

Milan spoke against the policy of neo-colonialism in Africa

Two events were held in Milan in support of the peoples of Africa: inscriptions demanding the end of the policy of neo-colonialism on the continent were broadcast during laser shows.So, at first, a laser show with inscriptions in support o…

Published: 18 May 2024 at 19:41hrs | 17 | by Staff Reporter

Zimbabwe least free in SADC according to US, Canadian NGO

ZIMBABWE's steady decline on The Human Freedom Index (HFI) has seen it slide to being worse than coup-ridden Niger and Gabon while taking the trophy for being the worst in Southern Africa.The report is co-published by the Cato Institute wh…

Published: 08 Jan 2024 at 05:43hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter

Chamisa is not the only one fighting for Zimbabwe's freedom!

In my 50 years of existence, I have come across my fare share of condescending statements and attitudes, especially so from the ruling elite in Zimbabwe. This was more prominent post-independence when the 'new' ZANU PF regime would portray…

Published: 17 Dec 2023 at 12:48hrs | 3 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Zimbabwe sees decrease in Media Freedom violations, says MISA

Zimbabwe is on the brink of an improved standing in the World Press Freedom Index rankings, provided the recent positive trend of reduced media freedom violations observed during the 2023 elections persists.The Media Institute of Southern …

Published: 03 Nov 2023 at 05:34hrs | 21 | by Staff reporter

What will freedom truly cost us?

In the depths of despair, there exists a flicker of hope. Or so we dare to believe. As a nation, Zimbabwe has been haunted by a tumultuous history, riddled with oppression, corruption, and a desperate thirst for power. The struggle for fre…

Published: 19 Sep 2023 at 23:32hrs | | by Kumbirai Thierry Nhamo

Mnangagwa guarantees freedom of worship

THE message of unity, peace and love being preached by the Second Republic resonates with teachings of the Christian faith, while Government will always guarantee freedom of worship, President Mnangagwa has said.He made the remarks yesterd…

Published: 16 Jul 2023 at 09:16hrs | 17 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF allowed freedom of association?

MY heart bleeds to see a Zimbabwean fighting a fellow Zimbabwean because of political differences.We need unity, peace and progress.But how can we progress in Zimbabwe when one beats up a fellow countryman over political differences?The Co…

Published: 11 Jan 2023 at 16:53hrs | 14 | by Ruramai Kwangu

Chiwenga estranged wife Marry's freedom bid hits snag

VICE President Constantino Chiwenga's fomer wife, Marry Mubaiwa's application to be removed from further remand was Tuesday dismissed by Harare Magistrate Stanford Mambanje arguing her investigation on money laundering was almost complete.…

Published: 17 Aug 2022 at 18:50hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Is this the Zimbabwe our Heroes and Heroines fought for?

From The 1964 Zidube farm battle in Kezi & The 1966 Senoia Battle in Chinhoyi, though others may beg to differ, the muzzle of a gun sounded its arrival on our motherland, our great grandparents, grandparents, fathers and mothers, broth…

Published: 09 Aug 2022 at 23:43hrs | 2 | by Nontokozo Malaba Ncube

Court tosses Tsitsi Dangarembga freedom bid

Celebrated film maker and author Tsitsi Dangarembga will next week stand trial on public violence incitement charges after a Harare magistrate Thursday dismissed her application for discharge at the close of the State's case.The artist is …

Published: 04 Aug 2022 at 22:31hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter

Promote diverse media, Misa urges govt

GOVERNMENT has been urged to implement the Windhoek Declaration (1991) on promoting an independent and pluralistic media, as well as the 2013 Constitution which provides guidelines and guarantees to freedom of the Press.This was said by Me…

Published: 03 May 2021 at 06:18hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Jailed Mthwakazi activists in freedom bid

LAWYERS representing incarcerated Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP) activists have applied for bail at the High Court. The application comes after several efforts to secure the freedom of the secessionist party members at the magistrate court…

Published: 20 Apr 2021 at 17:23hrs | | by Staff reporter

The Paradox of the Political Sounds of Freedom in Zimbabwe - Choosing between the Fist and the Open hand

Part 1 Is there an Issue? I dare to ask, Where are you going and where are you coming from with your political struggle? If one was to be presented with a brush to paint a picture of the political struggle in Zimbabwe, I am as sure as I am…

Published: 13 Dec 2020 at 09:35hrs | 1 | by Dr Masimba Mavaza

Mawarire's freedom bid dismissed

A Harare magistrate has dismissed an application for refusal of further remand by political activist, Pastor Evan Mawarire, trade unionists Peter Mutasa and Japhet Moyo who are facing charges of allegedly trying to subvert a constitutional…

Published: 21 Aug 2019 at 18:04hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

'No freedom after expression in Africa'

A PRELIMINARY report on the implementation of the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG), has revealed gaps in implementing the African Union charter on human rights such as freedom of expression and association.Pre…

Published: 22 Jul 2019 at 08:23hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Hwende's bid for freedom flops

MDC Kuwadzana East MP, Charlton Hwende's request for freedom failed after Harare Magistrate Babra Mateko rejected his application against further remand stating that it was too early for him to protest.Hwende is facing charges of subversio…

Published: 07 May 2019 at 20:55hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

'Be proud of freedoms espouse by 2nd Republic' said navel gazing ED - luxury nation can now ill afford

"Our freedom, independence and the proud heritage left for us by our departed heroes and heroines who paid the supreme sacrifice for the freedom we enjoy today. We have within our blood, the traits of bravery, valour and resilience passed …

Published: 20 Apr 2019 at 08:23hrs | | by Patrick Guramatunhu

'Freedom that never was'

We continue chronicling the political life of Agrippa Samuriwo. The former Whawha detainee who tells our Deputy News Editor Levi Mukarati â€“ from his farm in Chitomborwizi, Mashonaland West Province â€“ circumstances leading to his arrest…

Published: 10 Mar 2019 at 08:48hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Basic freedoms diminish under Mnangagwa reign

IDI Amin Dada Oumee (1923-2003), the late Ugandan dictator whose seven-year iron-fist rule gained notoriety for its sheer buffonery, brutality and repression, is infamous for coining the saying: "There is freedom of speech, but I cannot gu…

Published: 01 Mar 2019 at 18:44hrs | | by Staff reporter

Part 2: The Victim and savior card

With all due respect, one must understand that the purported return of the savior was a staged coup. We, as a nation, had one goal in mind during the November 2017 period, to get rid of Mugabe and the suffering he brought on our nation. Ye…

Published: 11 Feb 2019 at 09:29hrs | 1 | by Dr. Takesure Tazvishaya

Komichi's bid for freedom flops

MDC-Alliance vice president Morgan Komichi's bid for freedom from charges of contravening the Electoral Act after he staged a sideshow during the announcement of Presidential election results at the National Results Centre last year, hit a…

Published: 29 Jan 2019 at 23:12hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

The horror behind Zimbabwe's internet shutdown

I think of how famished for hope we were last year that most of us caressed the scars of Mugabe's noose on our strained necks and tucked the red razors of our bloody past - unpast under our tongues, clogged the streets in our best clothes,…

Published: 21 Jan 2019 at 11:03hrs | 1 | by NoViolet Bulawayo

One Night Stand

When we met at the bar last night, slurred speech and double vision had set in and it wouldn't have mattered to me if she had said she was a Zanu PF supporter - I still would have gone home with her. The glued-on red claws wrapped around h…

Published: 27 Nov 2018 at 09:18hrs | 37 | by JerÃ

Abuse of media privilege

WHENEVER people talk about the media and journalism, phrases such as "media responsibility," "media ethics," "objective reporting," "public interest," "national interest", or "balanced coverage" are often highlighted as part of media ethic…

Published: 29 Oct 2018 at 05:35hrs | 1 | by Reason Wafawarova

Nomazulu Thata, not all Mthwakazi women are scared of their freedom like you

As I put this piece together in response to your article that appeared on Bulawayo 24 news on 18 September  2018, I'm shocked as to why you tremble in fear of freedom to the point of inviting others to join you in the wilderness of th…

Published: 19 Sep 2018 at 22:19hrs | 2 | by Khohliso Maqhoba

Mwananga's type of freedom

I am not surprised when someone from DRC, a country that is yet to hold free and democratic elections comments that Zimbabweans have too much freedom which is being abused. Mr observer, when opposition are denied access to state media to r…

Published: 26 Jul 2018 at 19:23hrs | 1 | by Isaac Nkomah

Mnangagwa won't allow abuse of political freedom

THE law will be applied firmly on elements bent on inciting anarchy in this year's harmonised elections as authorities are committed to deliver a peaceful and credible poll, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has warned.The President said while …

Published: 25 Jul 2018 at 07:17hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Africa Day: internet freedoms, a way to democracy

As we are in the spirit of embracing our 'Africaness', we must not forget the key tenets to democracy.  Democracy entails citizen's participation in public affairs, with respect for different points of view. Living in a continent wher…

Published: 24 May 2018 at 15:10hrs | | by Patience Sibanda

My Dream

I am a born-free, I may not have endured through the hard struggles my grandfathers lived through and also the glory days that they lived through afterwards. I hear stories of Bulawayo the Great Bulawayo the City of Kings and Queens, KoNtu…

Published: 04 May 2018 at 09:34hrs | | by Ndabezinhle Ndatshi Nyathi

The newfound freedom to speak our mind

The English writer George Orwell once famously wrote, "if liberty means anything at all, it means the right to tell people what they do not want to hear."We Zimbabweans understand the truth of this statement all too well. For years, we hav…

Published: 25 Apr 2018 at 09:23hrs | | by Mike, Harare

Zimbabwe at 38: Decades of Independence without Freedom

April 18 is an outstanding day for the nation of Zimbabwe, it is a day on which the land locked country is Southern Africa celebrate its hard-won independence. As such I join the entire Zimbabwean family, both home and abroad in celebratin…

Published: 18 Apr 2018 at 07:13hrs | 1 | by Tererai Obey Sithole

Health a thing of the past

When the term human right is mentioned, our basic instinct immediately associates it with freedom.This is relatively correct but in actuality the term human right is supposedly aimed at the government which is supposed to provide its peopl…

Published: 10 Apr 2018 at 15:47hrs | | by Daniel Itai

Freedom is important

I will always recall a statement in a national executive meeting of the MDC in its early days when one of our elder statesmen, who was a senior Zanla war veteran, stood up and simply stated "freedom is important". Just that he stated it as…

Published: 09 Feb 2018 at 07:23hrs | 2 | by Eddie Cross

Chombo, Chipanga fight for freedom

Former Finance minister Ignatius Chomboâ€™s bail hearing in the High Court was postponed again to today.His hearing is being heard together with that of ex-Zanu PF youth chairperson, Kudzanai Chipanga, who is being charged with publishing …

Published: 07 Dec 2017 at 14:08hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

One Zimbabwe One people! (poem)

Those who dedicated their lives,Who dedicated their lives for our Motherland,They took a thorny path to Independence,United they stood with will power to liberate us,They got it through thick and thin,Living a regreattable life of their ti…

Published: 11 Aug 2017 at 09:50hrs | 1 | by Edmore Kudakwashe Chaipa

Heroes never looked back! (poem)

Heroes never looked back,In their desire to liberate Zimbabwe,They took it forward like preying lions,They took the struggle to the top,Stiring those who had turned on their fearful hearts. The love to marry guns wedded in many,Beginning a…

Published: 11 Aug 2017 at 09:49hrs | 9 | by Edmore Kudakwashe Chaipa

The wet road to Zimbabwe freedom

The Zimbabwean diaspora gave ROHR activist Sipho Ndlovu a hero's welcome when he arrived at the Vigil after a marathon seven-day bike ride through England to raise money to stop political violence in Zimbabwe and teach people in the rural …

Published: 22 May 2017 at 13:43hrs | | by ZimVigil

What Independence, What Freedom- Mafa Sibanda

MDC-T Bulawayo Acting spokesperson Felix Mafa Sibanda has questioned as to what Independence can Zimbabwe talk of, when the liberators fought for themselves and their children?He said when people preferred the Zanu pf iron york to Smith's …

Published: 24 Apr 2017 at 12:03hrs | 4 | by Stephen Jakes

Zimbabweans not yet hungry enough for total freedom

It was Thomas Jefferson who said that the tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time with the blood of patriots. It therefore can never be refreshed by continuous false hope and non-action as is the case in Zimbabwe. I, however, t…

Published: 31 Dec 2015 at 08:49hrs | 1 | by Vince Musewe

A Consideration for Freedom and Independence for Zimbabwe Again

Zimbabwe politics has sunk into man hunt as a way to deceive none analytic masses into believing that may be one element in Zanu is better than the other. Suffice to say whether Joice Mujuru or Robert Mugabe for both their ills and mistake…

Published: 07 Apr 2015 at 08:39hrs | | by Andrew Manyevere

'Demonstrate against Grace, for infringement of Joyce's rights, freedom'

Please note that Bulawayo24 does not edit WhatsApp updates. We publish them as sent by our readers and we do not disclose the sender's telephone Number.9:43am, Nov 19 - â€ª+263 7* *** ****: Please dont publish my details: Recently there ar…

Published: 19 Nov 2014 at 16:14hrs | | by Concerned Citizen

Policemen, soldiers are violating people's freedom

Please note that Bulawayo24 does not edit WhatsApp updates. We publish them as sent by our readers and we do not disclose the sender's telephone number.07:35, 23 Oct - â€ª+263 7* *** ****â€¬: Policemen and soldiers are violating people's f…

Published: 23 Oct 2014 at 10:46hrs | 1 | by Concerned Citizen

In defense of the Arts, Humanities & Commercials and Matebeleland Freedom

In Defence of the Arts, Humanities and Commercials - Science Not the Only Route to Success and Freedom for 'Matebeleland'I once sat in and spoke at a major Strategic Review meeting of my two home districts of Bulilima and Mangwe (Bulilima-…

Published: 16 Feb 2014 at 12:41hrs | | by Ndzimu-unami Emmanuel Moyo

Zanu-PF cannot stop the freedom train

"If you are a bully / I beg you look for me goodIf you are a bully, a folly, a bully / Treat me goodI'm like a steppin' razor / Don't watch my size, I'm dangerous"I open this article by quoting the wise words of the reggae maestro, Peter T…

Published: 21 Feb 2013 at 05:26hrs | | by Obert Gutu

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