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Woman abandons children after cellphone dispute
A domestic dispute in Sakubva, Mutare, took a dramatic turn on Saturday after a woman abandoned her two young children, aged six and one, following a confrontation with her husband over alleged infide...Published: 8 hrs ago | 758 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe risks missing out on AfCFTA gains
Zimbabwe is at risk of missing out on the vast opportunities of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as bureaucratic delays stall the gazetting of tariffs and rules of origin needed to unl...Published: 8 hrs ago | 137 | by Staff reporter
Boom in gated communities reshaping Zimbabwe's urban living
Zimbabwe is witnessing a surge in the development of gated communities, fuelled by growing demand for security, privacy and exclusivity among middle- to high-income earners.These communities, ...Published: 8 hrs ago | 345 | by Staff reporter
Mutambara calls for standalone AI ministry in Zimbabwe
One of Zimbabwe's foremost academics and artificial intelligence (AI) experts, Professor Arthur Mutambara, has called for the creation of a fully-fledged Ministry of AI, warning that relegating the te...Published: 8 hrs ago | 303 | by Staff reporter
1,4 million youths jobless in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe is grappling with a staggering 1,4 million unemployed youths, a figure United Nations resident and humanitarian co-ordinator Edward Kallon described as "disturbing" during the launch of the U...Published: 9 hrs ago | 73 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF Politburo sidesteps Tagwirei co-option issue
The issue surrounding local business mogul Kudakwashe Tagwirei's potential co-option into Zanu-PF's Central Committee was not discussed at yesterday's ruling party politburo meeting, party director fo...Published: 15 hrs ago | 1163 | by Staff reporter
Zinara licensing promotion draws huge crowds
The Zimbabwe National Road Administration (Zinara) stand has become one of the busiest attractions at the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show in Harare, as motorists flock to take advantage of the authority's ...Published: 16 hrs ago | 274 | by Staff reporter
Ramaphosa expected in Zimbabwe
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa will tomorrow officially open the 115th edition of the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show (ZAS) in Harare, marking a major highlight on the national events calendar....Published: 16 hrs ago | 88 | by Staff reporter
Armed men rob Chinese Couple, appear in court
Two men have appeared in court in connection with an armed robbery in which a Chinese couple was robbed of US$35 000, cellphones, and other valuables worth US$5 000 in Southerton, Harare, last week....Published: 16 hrs ago | 153 | by Staff reporter
Rich Dad Poor Dad author set for Harare
Harare is set to host one of the world's most influential financial thinkers next month when Robert Kiyosaki, the celebrated American businessman, investor, and best-selling author of Rich Dad Poor Da...Published: 16 hrs ago | 139 | by Staff reporter
RBZ slams Zimbabwe banks over punitive fees
Zimbabwe's banks are facing criticism from both depositors and the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) over the imposition of high fees and charges, which are increasingly seen as exploitative.RBZ ...Published: 16 hrs ago | 128 | by Staff reporter
Multiple ZIMRA checks on Beitbridge - Harare roads excessive
Cross-border traders have raised concerns over what they describe as excessive and duplicated inspections by the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) and law enforcement along the Beitbridge - Harare hi...Published: 16 hrs ago | 115 | by Staff reporter
Air Zimbabwe to launch daily Harare - Mutare flights
Air Zimbabwe will operate daily return flights between Harare and Mutare from September 8 to 14 to support the Sanganai/Hlanganani World Travel Expo, which runs from September 10 to 12 in Mutare....Published: 16 hrs ago | 110 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa warns against divisive elements in Zanu PF
President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday warned that divisive elements have no place in Zanu PF, cautioning against tactics that seek to undermine unity within the ruling party.Addressing the pa...Published: 28 Aug 2025 at 06:57hrs | 890 | by Staff reporter
Harare-Mazowe Road dualisation begins
Work has begun on the long-awaited dualisation of the Harare–Mazowe Road, with contractors now on site to transform one of Zimbabwe's busiest highways.The project is expected to ease congest...Published: 28 Aug 2025 at 06:49hrs | 337 | by Staff reporter
British tycoon loses posh house in Harare
British tycoon Nicholas van Hoogstraten has lost a High Court bid to compel the transfer of a Harare property, Stand No 4 Wroxham Road, The Grange, to his name.Van Hoogstraten had filed an app...Published: 28 Aug 2025 at 06:48hrs | 301 | by Staff reporter
British tycoon loses posh house in Harare
British tycoon Nicholas van Hoogstraten has lost a High Court bid to compel the transfer of a Harare property, Stand No 4 Wroxham Road, The Grange, to his name.Van Hoogstraten had filed an app...Published: 28 Aug 2025 at 06:48hrs | 381 | by Staff reporter
Mushekwe buried alone in Germany, sparking family controversy
The mysterious death of Zimbabwean journalist Itai Mushekwe in Cologne, Germany, has drawn attention to the apparent absence of family and friends during his final days and burial. Mushekwe, 42, passe...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 23:07hrs | 1874 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa unleshes Chinese armoured vehicles?
Nearly two dozen Chinese armoured vehicles were spotted moving in convoy through Harare this week, providing the public with the first glimpse of hardware believed to have been delivered to the Zimbab...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 23:03hrs | 1005 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe records rise in father-daughter abuse
Zimbabwe is witnessing a disturbing surge in sexual gender-based violence (SGBV), with fathers emerging as the primary perpetrators, authorities have warned.Speaking at the Women's Coalition o...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 23:02hrs | 268 | by Staff reporter
Prominent businessman remanded over US$208,000 fraud allegations
Harare businessman Never Mhlanga, chairman of the Zimbabwe Insurance Brokers, has been remanded in custody following allegations of fraud involving US$208,500.Mhlanga appeared before Harare Re...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 23:01hrs | 482 | by Staff reporter
Security guard among suspects in US$40,000 armed robbery
A security guard and his accomplices allegedly robbed a Chinese businesswoman of more than US$40,000 at her Harare home over the weekend.Raison Kambarari, employed by Sapphire Security Company...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 23:00hrs | 409 | by Staff reporter
U.S. extends visa validity for Zimbabwean applicants
The validity of C1/D (transit and crew member) visas for Zimbabwean applicants has been extended to 24 months with multiple entry. Applications for these visas can currently be submitted at U.S. embas...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 22:58hrs | 354 | by Staff reporter
Spur to open second outlet in Zimbabwe
Spur Corporation will open a new Doppio Zero restaurant in Harare this November, marking the brand's second outlet outside South Africa as the company pursues an expansion strategy across multiple cou...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 19:34hrs | 320 | by Staff reporter
ZRP hits back at Securico over armed robbery claims
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has dismissed a widely circulated report by Securico Security Services claiming that armed robberies were spiralling out of control, warning that only law enforcemen...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 19:33hrs | 458 | by Staff reporter
Plot to sideline Chiwenga exposed
President Emmerson Mnangagwa will today preside over an urgent politburo meeting in the absence of Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga, amid renewed efforts to fast-track businessman Kudakwashe Tagwir...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 06:07hrs | 2941 | by Staff reporter
Bakery driver filmed naked in lover's bedroom
A bakery driver was allegedly extorted after being ambushed while naked in his lover's bedroom in Chitungwiza, leading to the arrest of two men.The victim, identified as Rangarirai Mhonda, was...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 06:05hrs | 1709 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe records historic milk production milestone
Zimbabwe's dairy industry achieved a historic milestone in July, producing a record 10 million litres of milk—the highest monthly output in recent years.Figures released at the ongoing Zimba...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 05:56hrs | 197 | by Staff reporter
Police crack down on cough syrup syndicate
Authorities have dismantled a network of illicit cough syrup dealers after intercepting truckloads of unregistered and potentially lethal medicines in Beitbridge and Harare.On 24 August 2025, ...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 05:52hrs | 332 | by Staff reporter
Harare fails to act on 27 of 28 audit red flags
Residents of Harare have condemned the city council for what they describe as gross negligence, following the Auditor General's 2023 annual report, which revealed that the local authority failed to ac...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 05:51hrs | 160 | by Staff reporter
Woman dies in Eastview cabin fire
Residents of Eastview, Harare, are mourning the death of a woman who perished after a wooden cabin she was sleeping in caught fire.The tragic incident occurred on August 25, 2025, at around 10...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 05:49hrs | 228 | by Staff reporter
Dubai-based Leva Hotels to debut in Zimbabwe
Dubai-born hospitality brand Leva Hotels is set to make its Southern African debut with the opening of a new property in Zimbabwe's capital, Harare.The hotel, located at 88 Speke Avenue in the...Published: 27 Aug 2025 at 05:48hrs | 267 | by Staff reporter
Top Zimbabwe business executive arrested for fraud
Prominent corporate executive Never Mhlanga is expected to appear in court this morning facing fraud charges linked to the controversial sale of Montclair Hotel and Casino in Juliasdale, Nyanga, to th...Published: 26 Aug 2025 at 13:09hrs | 2799 | by Staff reporter
Police probe widow in murder of Mutangadura
Police are intensifying investigations into the brutal murder of prominent Harare businessman Joseph Mutangadura, with his wife, Patience Dambudzo, now at the centre of scrutiny.Mutangadura, w...Published: 26 Aug 2025 at 13:05hrs | 2873 | by Staff reporter
Britain cosies up to Zimbabwe
In early June, Britain's Africa minister Lord Collins flew to Harare to meet Zimbabwe's octogenarian president, Emmerson Mnangagwa.The meeting in the capital city, which focused on trade betwe...Published: 26 Aug 2025 at 08:08hrs | 1691 | by Staff reporter
Magistrate sentences armed robbers to 12 additional years
Magistrate Noel Mpeiwa has sentenced two armed robbers, already serving lengthy prison terms, to 12 years each following a full trial.Tafadzwa Richard Marondera (21) and Luke Zinyengere (45), ...Published: 26 Aug 2025 at 08:06hrs | 774 | by Staff reporter
Ramaphosa to officially open Zimbabwe Agricultural Show
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected in Harare this Friday to officially open the 115th edition of the Zimbabwe Agricultural Show (ZAS), the country's largest annual trade exhibition....Published: 26 Aug 2025 at 08:03hrs | 565 | by Staff reporter
Tagwirei marches towards state house
Faction-ridden ZANU PF has finally confirmed the co-option of the billionaire tenderpreneur Kudakwashe Tagwirei into the party's Central Committee.Tagwirei, whose initial appearance in the Cen...Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 22:30hrs | 1462 | by Lona Zimango
Chinese medical team treats over 7,000 Zimbabwean patients
Nearly six months on, the 22nd batch of the Chinese medical team in Zimbabwe has delivered treatment to more than 7,000 local patients.In an interview with Xinhua on Sunday in Harare, the capi...Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 22:24hrs | 198 | by Staff reporter
Nicholas van Hoogstraten's 16-year-old property claim dismissed
The High Court has rejected businessman Nicholas van Hoogstraten's bid to revive a 16-year-old lawsuit over a Harare property, ruling that the claim was long dormant, overtaken by events, and unenforc...Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 22:19hrs | 461 | by Staff reporter
Mzembi denied bail again
High Court Judge Justice Regis Dembure has dismissed former Tourism Minister Walter Mzembi's bail application, upholding a Harare magistrate court ruling that he remain in custody.Justice Demb...Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 21:12hrs | 710 | by Staff reporter
Mutingwende linked to major land fraud
Aspire Mutingwende, chairperson of the Children of War Veterans and Heroes Dependants Forum, has been implicated in a high-profile land fraud case in Harare.According to Windmill (Private) Lim...Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 21:11hrs | 255 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe names 16-man squad for Sri Lanka ODI series
Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) has named a 16-man squad for the upcoming two-match One Day International (ODI) series against Sri Lanka, starting Friday at Harare Sports Club.The side will be captained...Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 20:55hrs | 54 | by Staff reporter
Truck driver arrested in with smuggled medicines
A 52-year-old truck driver has been arrested after police in Chirundu intercepted him with a consignment of smuggled pharmaceutical drugs hidden in his vehicle.The bust occurred on 20 August 2...Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 20:50hrs | 190 | by Staff reporter
Man fires 11 shots at cops after assaulting neighbour
Chaos erupted in Borrowdale last week when a man allegedly assaulted his neighbour, injured himself while attempting to break free from handcuffs, and later fired 11 shots at police officers.R...Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 20:49hrs | 445 | by Staff reporter
Cervical cancer cases in Zimbabwe drop
Zimbabwe recorded a significant decline in cervical cancer cases in 2024, with 1,354 reported nationwide, down from more than 3,000 cases annually in past years. Harare bore the heaviest burden, accou...Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 20:46hrs | 32 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe demining expert dies in explosive accident in Argentina
Henry Martin Douglas Macharaga, a 52-year-old Zimbabwean explosives and demining expert, died in Argentina on 19 August after an explosive detonated accidentally while he was conducting extraction wor...Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 20:42hrs | 278 | by Staff reporter
Kaindu's revival mission lifts Dynamos
Many believed Kelvin Kaindu had lost his mind when he took up the unenviable task of rescuing Dynamos from relegation. But the Zambian coach, recently shown the door at Highlanders, is beginning to wo...Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 06:06hrs | 1072 | by Staff reporter
Foreigner arrested after Harare car break-in spree
A foreign national who allegedly entered Zimbabwe illegally has been arrested in connection with a series of smash-and-grab incidents that targeted vehicles in Harare.Police confirmed the arre...Published: 24 Aug 2025 at 19:28hrs | 957 | by Staff reporter
PSL won't save Dynamos
Premier Soccer League (PSL) chairman Isaiah Mupfurutsa has dismissed speculation that the league could bend its rules to prevent Dynamos from relegation, insisting that fair play will prevail no matte...Published: 24 Aug 2025 at 14:41hrs | 616 | by Staff reporter
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