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3 men jailed for robbing Freda Mine worker in Gwanda

Three men who attacked a worker at Freda Mine in Gwanda and stole property worth US$450 have been sentenced to a combined 15 years in prison.Conilias Ndlovu (36), Junior Sibanda (18), and Renika Takaruva (28) were convicted of robbery by t…

Published: 17 Sep 2025 at 09:33hrs | 170 | by Staff reporter

Siblings appear in court over fatal beer dispute

Two siblings from Gwanda District in Matabeleland South have appeared in court facing murder charges following the death of a man during an alleged assault over a misunderstanding involving beer.Bhekizulu Mathe (28) and Methembe Mathe (32)…

Published: 17 Sep 2025 at 07:58hrs | 141 | by Staff reporter

Gwanda inmate's daring escape ends in swift capture

A Gwanda inmate's attempt to outsmart prison authorities ended in humiliation after he was sentenced to an additional four months behind bars.Nkosilathi Lunga, serving a three-year term for stock theft, appeared before Gwanda magistrate Mr…

Published: 18 Aug 2025 at 12:49hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter

Gwanda court complex nears completion

Chief Justice Luke Malaba has confirmed that the construction of the new Gwanda Court Complex, one of the judiciary's largest infrastructure projects, is in its final stages, with completion expected by the end of 2025.During a site visit,…

Published: 14 Aug 2025 at 12:03hrs | 456 | by Staff reporter

Community pushes for official recognition of Tji Zhawunda

The community of Gwanda District in Matabeleland South Province is taking steps to have Tji Zhawunda officially recognised as one of Zimbabwe's national languages.Tji Zhawunda is spoken in parts of Gwanda, including Nsimbi, Switja, and Gar…

Published: 13 Aug 2025 at 12:22hrs | 363 | by Staff reporter

Accused Livestock Thief Seeks High Court Relief After Alleged Theft of 485 Cattle

Gwanda - Timothy John Schultz (57), a former farm manager at Maphaneni Ranch under African Dreams Safaris (Hillcrest Farm, Gwanda), has approached the High Court seeking relief from further placement on remand. He stands accused of stealin…

Published: 05 Aug 2025 at 17:37hrs | 175 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole in Plumtree

Bosso signs Dembare midfielder

Highlanders Football Club have completed the signing of highly-rated midfielder Learnmore Muyambo for an undisclosed fee, bringing in a player once tipped to be among Zimbabwe's best anchormen.The 27-year-old, who joined Dynamos from Green…

Published: 31 Jul 2025 at 16:26hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Bosso signs Nigerian strike from Gwanda Pirates

Highlanders FC have bolstered their attacking arsenal with the acquisition of in-form Nigerian striker Benjamin Oluwarotimi Adeogun - popularly known in Zimbabwean football circles by his adopted name Ndlangamandla. The 19-year-old joins t…

Published: 31 Jul 2025 at 16:05hrs | 323 | by Staff reporter

Gwanda Municipality in payroll dilemma

Gwanda Municipality is facing serious questions over its financial management after the Auditor-General's 2024 report revealed significant discrepancies in payroll processing and financial reporting.The report highlights that the municipal…

Published: 31 Jul 2025 at 08:20hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter

Gwanda, St Luke's hospitals still lack capacity to handle mental patients

A recent parliamentary investigation into youth empowerment, development, vocational training, and the state of drug and substance abuse treatment in Zimbabwe has exposed a severe shortage of rehabilitation facilities in Matabeleland North…

Published: 13 Jul 2025 at 11:42hrs | 125 | by Staff reporter

Gwanda North MP accused of rape

Gwanda North legislator Desire Nkala, a member of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), has been accused of rape by a 37-year-old woman who claims he assaulted her at a lodge in Harare on May 8, 2025.The allegations were formally report…

Published: 06 Jul 2025 at 20:05hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

Govt re-advertises tender for Old Gwanda Road supervision

The Government of Zimbabwe, through the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure Development, has re-advertised a tender to engage a consultancy firm to supervise the construction of the Old Gwanda Road project. This move aims to accelerat…

Published: 03 Jul 2025 at 12:39hrs | 345 | by Staff reporter

Residents demand accountability over CDF

Frustrated residents across Masvingo province have written to their elected representatives demanding transparency and accountability in the use of Constituency Development Funds (CDF) and ploughback funds, citing a lack of progress on bas…

Published: 30 Jun 2025 at 13:06hrs | 82 | by Staff reporter

Cautious optimism over Old Gwanda Road upgrade

Ward 19 councillor for Maphisa, Nqobizitha Ngwenya of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), has expressed cautious optimism following a presentation by Zwane Investments, the company contracted to upgrade the Old Gwanda Road into a mode…

Published: 30 Jun 2025 at 13:04hrs | 211 | by Staff reporter

Gwanda residents face water disconnections over debt

The Gwanda Municipality has intensified its water disconnection exercise across the mining town as part of efforts to recover mounting unpaid bills from residents and businesses.In an official notice issued this week, the local authority w…

Published: 11 Jun 2025 at 17:51hrs | 253 | by Staff reporter

Zimsec unveils high-security Gwanda office

The Government has launched a state-of-the-art Zimbabwe Schools Examinations Council (Zimsec) regional office in Gwanda, Matabeleland South, as part of a national strategy to combat examination fraud and modernise educational infrastructur…

Published: 04 Jun 2025 at 09:41hrs | 244 | by Staff reporter

Heavy penalty awaits Shabanie, Gwanda

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has pledged to take stringent measures following violent scenes that marred the Central Region Soccer League (CRSL) clash between Shabanie Mine and Gwanda Pirates at Maglas Stadium on Sunday.The mat…

Published: 20 May 2025 at 10:08hrs | 362 | by Staff reporter

Gwanda to introduce paid parking in CBD

Gwanda Municipality is set to introduce paid parking in the Central Business District (CBD) as part of its efforts to maintain order and improve revenue collection in the mining town.This move comes alongside heightened enforcement of traf…

Published: 15 May 2025 at 09:27hrs | 208 | by Staff reporter

Vigilant Gwanda anti-stock theft group recover 16 stolen donkeys

Gwanda South villagers operating under the Gwanda Anti-Stock Theft Association (GASTA) have recovered 16 donkeys that were stolen in  Sinayi area when the vigilant community members embarked on an operation meant to curb rampant stock…

Published: 13 May 2025 at 14:19hrs | 347 | by Stephen Jakes

Gwanda city status push gains momentum

Gwanda's bid to attain city status by 2026 is gathering pace as modern buildings and infrastructure developments begin to redefine the skyline of the Matabeleland South provincial capital.Once a quiet administrative centre, Gwanda is now e…

Published: 11 May 2025 at 13:29hrs | 409 | by Staff reporter

Dubious full-body scanners return on the market

Despite repeated warnings from health authorities and law enforcement, unlicensed full-body scan operators continue to spread across Zimbabwe, duping unsuspecting residents with questionable diagnoses and expensive herbal remedies.On Wedne…

Published: 11 May 2025 at 12:31hrs | 343 | by Staff reporter

Residents slam municipality over luxury vehicle purchases

Residents of Gwanda have voiced strong objections to the Municipality's recent move to procure top-of-the-range vehicles for senior management, describing the decision as a stark example of misplaced priorities at a time when basic service…

Published: 11 May 2025 at 12:31hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Residents oppose Gwanda council vehicle tender

The Gwanda Progressive Residents Association (GPRA) has raised concerns over Gwanda Municipality's decision to initiate a tender process for the purchase of six new vehicles, arguing that such spending is misguided given the community's pr…

Published: 07 May 2025 at 09:38hrs | 338 | by Staff reporter

Construction of homesteads underway ahead of new Old Gwanda road project

Construction of the first of 42 homesteads earmarked for families set to be relocated for the development of the new Old Gwanda Road is progressing well, with groundwork for the larger infrastructure project also firmly in motion.Zwane Ent…

Published: 01 May 2025 at 08:37hrs | 267 | by Staff reporter

Former Miss Zimbabwe dies

Caroline Murinda, who made history as one of Zimbabwe's early black beauty queens by winning the Miss Zimbabwe title in 1982, has died at the age of 65.Murinda passed away on Tuesday afternoon at a hospital in South Africa, where she had b…

Published: 30 Apr 2025 at 19:38hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter

Sifela Brahmans shines at ZITF with top livestock honours

Gwanda-based livestock breeding enterprise Sifela Brahmans, operating from Hamden Farm, is basking in national acclaim after clinching top honours at the 2025 Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) held in Bulawayo.The farm emerged as a …

Published: 30 Apr 2025 at 19:36hrs | 1063 | by Staff reporter

Old Gwanda Road rehabilitation begins

Preparations for the much-anticipated rehabilitation of the Old Gwanda Road have officially begun, marking a significant move towards improving the region's road network. The project, which is expected to enhance road conditions and stimul…

Published: 28 Apr 2025 at 12:36hrs | 17 | by Staff reporter

Gwanda police thwart brazen ore heist

Police in Gwanda Rural have successfully foiled a daring, movie-style gold ore theft operation, arresting six suspects and impounding equipment worth hundreds of thousands of dollars. The heist was thwarted under the cover of night last We…

Published: 13 Apr 2025 at 09:38hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Gwanda shuts down crime infested youth centre

The Gwanda Municipality has officially announced the closure of the Greenland Youth Centre in Phakama Township following years of complaints from residents about rampant drug abuse, violent crime, and illegal activities. Initially establis…

Published: 16 Mar 2025 at 09:25hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Chitepo school of ideology not a Zanu-PF project, claims Garwe

Local Government and Public Works Minister, Daniel Garwe, has firmly rejected claims that the Herbert Chitepo School of Ideology is a Zanu-PF initiative, as suggested by anti-government critics. The Minister clarified that the institution …

Published: 01 Mar 2025 at 09:05hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter

Mohadi assures Government support for Old Gwanda Road project

The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the construction of the Old Gwanda Road, a major infrastructure project aimed at boosting rural industrialisation and fostering economic growth in Matabeleland South. During a trad…

Published: 01 Mar 2025 at 09:04hrs | 393 | by Staff reporter

Modern homes for old Gwanda Road displaced families

The reconstruction of the 120km Old Gwanda Road in Matabeleland South has begun, bringing significant benefits to the region while also necessitating the relocation of 42 families. The project, valued at US$150 million, includes modern roa…

Published: 06 Feb 2025 at 07:35hrs | 389 | by Staff reporter

Flooding woes as Gwanda drainage system fails

Residents of Gwanda, the Matabeleland South capital, have expressed concern over the town's drainage system, which has been overwhelmed by recent heavy rains, leading to flooded streets and homes.Collert Moyo, chairperson of the Gwanda Pro…

Published: 21 Jan 2025 at 13:52hrs | 810 | by Staff reporter

IsiJahunda: Death of a language, people

THERE are more than 7 000 living languages in the world, but Unesco predicts more than half will be extinct by the end of the century.IsiJahunda might be one of the tongues as the language is now only spoken by the diminishing elderly in G…

Published: 25 Dec 2024 at 08:42hrs | 1161 | by Staff reporter

Gwanda magistrate bribery case to be decided in January

Harare regional magistrate Mr. Farai Gwitima will deliver his ruling on the bribery case involving Gwanda magistrate Talent Phiri on January 6, after the defence closed its case on Friday. Phiri, 35, is facing charges of soliciting a US$3,…

Published: 15 Dec 2024 at 09:17hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Gwanda Pirates ready to play with the big boys next year

In just nine months since their formation, Gwanda Pirates are on the brink of a historic achievement. The ZIFA Matabeleland South Division Two team is one victory away from clinching the championship and securing a spot in Division One.The…

Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 09:50hrs | 189 | by Staff reporter

Water crisis at Vumbachikwe poses serious health crisis

Water crisis that is as a result of a cocktail of challenges faced by the Vumbachikwe Mine community among them electricity disconnection by Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Authority is posing a serious health crisis for the community with fea…

Published: 07 Dec 2024 at 10:16hrs | 83 | by Stephen Jakes

Chinese firm 'disrupting' Gwanda water source

Residents of Gwanda have voiced growing concerns over what they describe as the excessive drawing of water from Mtshabezi River by a Chinese mining company, fearing that the river could dry up if the practice continues.Collet Moyo, chairpe…

Published: 29 Nov 2024 at 07:11hrs | 215 | by Staff reporter

Insimbi ZeZhwane, Zinjaziyamluma set to rock Gwanda

Rhumba and maskandi enthusiasts in Gwanda are in for an electrifying evening this Friday as celebrated acts Insimbi ZeZhwane and Zinjaziyamluma take center stage for a much-anticipated live performance.The show will be hosted at Phoenix Sh…

Published: 27 Nov 2024 at 12:41hrs | 488 | by Staff reporter

Old Gwanda Road Redevelopment sparks household relocation plan

The redevelopment of the Old Gwanda Road into a tolled highway has led to the planned relocation of several households, according to a report released by Zwane Enterprises (Pvt) Ltd.The project, under the leadership of Engineer Bekithemba …

Published: 26 Nov 2024 at 17:45hrs | 458 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa to cap 126 at Gwanda State University

President Emmerson Mnangagwa is today set to cap 126 graduands at Gwanda State University's (GSU) third graduation ceremony, which will be held at the Epoch Mine Campus sports arena in Filabusi, Insiza district. As the Chancellor of all St…

Published: 22 Nov 2024 at 07:33hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

WATCH: Belarus fire engine malfunction, Gwanda Fire Brigade struggles

A Toyota Runx was completely gutted by fire this afternoon outside Gwanda city centre, near the NSSA complex along the Bulawayo-Beitbridge Road, after the Gwanda Fire Brigade faced challenges in extinguishing the blaze.The fire team report…

Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 08:45hrs | 410 | by Staff reporter

2 die and five injured in Gwanda accident

Tragedy struck on Sunday evening as two people were killed and five others were injured in a road accident involving a bus and a kombi. The incident occurred 16 kilometers outside Gwanda along the Bulawayo-Gwanda Road.Matabeleland South pr…

Published: 04 Nov 2024 at 15:45hrs | 505 | by Staff reporter

Gwanda residents face water crisis amid persistent power cuts

Residents of Gwanda town are expressing deep concern over a severe water shortage exacerbated by ongoing power cuts affecting the entire nation. The situation has become critical, with many going without water for days due to disrupted pum…

Published: 04 Nov 2024 at 06:47hrs | 167 | by Staff reporter

Man murdered, suspects on the run

Police in Matabeleland South are investigating two men in connection with a murder that took place in Gwanda.Matabeleland South police spokesperson Inspector Loveness Mangena stated that they are appealing for information leading to the ar…

Published: 29 Oct 2024 at 21:35hrs | 741 | by Stephen Jakes

Fear grips Gwanda villagers

Residents of Gwanda South are living in fear following a daring armed robbery at the homestead of Chief Marupi last week, where gunmen made off with his newly allocated Isuzu double-cab vehicle, R2,700, and two mobile phones. The robbery h…

Published: 16 Oct 2024 at 11:54hrs | 695 | by Staff reporter

Tributes our in for retired Judge Selo Masole Nare

The Chief Justice of Zimbabwe, Justice Luke Malaba, alongside the Judicial Service Commissioners, Judges, Magistrates, and all members of the Judicial Service, have extended their heartfelt condolences to the Nare family following the pass…

Published: 02 Oct 2024 at 10:22hrs | 283 | by Staff reporter

Fight for Gwanda mine escalates amid bribery allegations

The ongoing dispute over Vubachikwe Gold Mine has escalated, with major shareholder Forbes & Thompson accusing lawyers representing Fawcett Security Operations  -  a creditor seeking to place the mine under corporate rescue&n…

Published: 29 Sep 2024 at 11:16hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter

Gwanda Magistrates' Court requires US$3.84 million funding boost

The completion of the new Gwanda Magistrates' Court Complex, which will house Zimbabwe's sixth High Court, requires a further US$3.84 million to reach completion, according to a senior government official. Once finished, the complex is exp…

Published: 17 Sep 2024 at 06:31hrs | 135 | by Staff reporter

Panners wreak havoc in Gwanda

Residents of Gwanda in Matabeleland South have raised serious concerns about the adverse effects of increasing artisanal mining activities, which have led to environmental damage, livestock deaths, and hindered the town's expansion efforts…

Published: 11 Sep 2024 at 09:16hrs | 395 | by Staff reporter

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