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Tagwirei can join politics, SDA leaders give their blessings
Some leaders within the Seventh-Day Adventist (SDA) church have come out in strong support of business tycoon and philanthropist Kudakwashe Tagwirei's foray into active politics, dismissing objections...Published: 12 Apr 2025 at 13:04hrs | 153 | by Staff reporter
Bank manager grilled in Gono fraud case
The trial of a Harare couple accused of fraudulently altering the directorship of Valley Lodges, a property linked to former Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) Governor Gideon Gono, continued on Friday, w...Published: 16 Feb 2025 at 07:47hrs | 845 | by Staff reporter
Legal battle over Gono linked company continues in Harare court
A Harare couple, Aisha and Clark Clever Makoni, is embroiled in a legal dispute over allegations of fraudulently altering the directorship of Valley Lodges, a company reportedly linked to former Reser...Published: 04 Feb 2025 at 16:47hrs | 128 | by Staff reporter
The dangers of colonial nostalgia and Amnesia
The legacy of colonialism remains a stain on our society - something that cannot be whitewashed. It remains a source of trauma - a source of collective pain. Four decades after independence, its...Published: 15 Jan 2025 at 11:21hrs | 445 | by Innocent Mpoki
Slough is Britain's most miserable place to live
BRITAIN'S most miserable places to live have been named in a new shortlist - but does your hometown make the cut? A yearly happiness study by property website Rightmove has revealed that Slough in Ber...Published: 06 Dec 2024 at 16:44hrs | 468 | by Staff reporter
Gono fraud case takes a turn
The ongoing case involving a Harare couple accused of defrauding former Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe governor Gideon Gono took a surprising twist yesterday when a key witness admitted he had no direct evi...Published: 24 Oct 2024 at 08:00hrs | 998 | by Staff reporter
Gono's suspected fraudsters' case latest
Regional Magistrate Stanford Mambanje upheld the State's application to tender a deed of settlement related to a high-profile fraud case involving former Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe governor Gideon Gono'...Published: 04 Oct 2024 at 08:47hrs | 361 | by Staff reporter
Ruling deferred for Dr Gono's suspected fraudsters
Harare regional magistrate Mr. Stanford Mambanje has postponed his ruling in the fraud case involving Clark Clever Makoni and Beverly Aisha Ndonda Makoni, who are accused of illicitly transferring pro...Published: 19 Sep 2024 at 10:47hrs | 454 | by Staff reporter
England to host Zimbabwe for one Test in 2025
After a gap of more than two decades, England will play a men's test match against Zimbabwe next year, the England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) announced Thursday.The one-off Test will take p...Published: 24 Aug 2024 at 19:07hrs | 229 | by Staff reporter
Son causes father's arrest for US$250,000 fraud
Graham Garnet Metcalf, an 86-year-old former director of Lakeland Ventures (Pvt) Ltd, faced court proceedings after being accused by his son, Gregory Graham Hall, of misappropriating US$250,000 f...Published: 28 Jun 2024 at 07:43hrs | 34 | by Staff reporter
Son sues father for US$250 000 fraud
An 86-year-old man, Graham Garnet Metcalf Hall of Borrowdale Brooke, is facing fraud charges for allegedly selling his son's property in Dandaro Village, Harare, for US$250,000 without authorization. ...Published: 27 Jun 2024 at 06:41hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter
3 ex-cops convicted for armed robbery
Three police officers stationed at Beitbridge Rural Police Station have been found guilty of armed robbery after they allegedly stole a Prado vehicle from a man traveling to Harare. Admore Nyamaropa (...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:40hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter
Why would a head of state prefer the company of criminals?
It is not surprising at all coming across photographs of a national president posing with various individuals. These could be anything from other heads of state, foreign envoys, public persona...Published: 26 May 2024 at 13:53hrs | 4 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Why close Sekunjalo Bank account when Steinhoff is still having one?
The decision to shut down the Sekunjalo Group's bank accounts and associated companies is a clear case of discrimination masquerading as concern over "reputational risk."Ongoing legal battles ...Published: 25 Feb 2024 at 08:12hrs | 1 | by Edmond Phiri
Colourful place names of Rhodesia and their origin
THE TRACING of place names in a country in Africa can be both fascinating and frustrating. One must know – or quickly learn – something about history, about geography and the origins of word...Published: 28 Dec 2023 at 17:59hrs | 111 | by Phillippa Berlyn with some amendments by Tony Tanser
Pupil assaulted to death over homework
A TEACHER at Hamilton High School in Bulawayo has appeared in court for allegedly severely punching a student who later died at a local hospital for not doing his homework.Gcinani Nyathi (40) ...Published: 15 Dec 2023 at 07:26hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean minister joins world's swimming immortals
The inaugural class of the International Swimming Hall of Fame in 1965 held a special place in the annals of aquatic sports history. It was a star-studded lineup featuring luminaries like Johnny Weiss...Published: 03 Oct 2023 at 20:43hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa salutes Heath Streak
THE late cricket icon Heath Streak is likely to live long in the memories of many Zimbabweans, with President Mnangagwa yesterday describing the former national team captain and coach as a "great spor...Published: 19 Sep 2023 at 19:43hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Heath Streak, the Matabele Warrior
A sheepish, charming young man with a broad smile when he strode in the national cricket team many eons ago the departed Heath Streak was fondly remembered in Zimbabwe cricket circles, and greatly wor...Published: 09 Sep 2023 at 07:51hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Heath Streak gets State assisted funeral
LEGENDARY cricketer, Heath Streak, who passed away last weekend and was cremated as per his wishes, will get a State assisted funeral in recognition of his contributions to the development of the game...Published: 07 Sep 2023 at 19:06hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Cricket greats salute Streak
CRICKET greats from all over the world have paid tribute to legendary all-rounder, Heath Streak who succumbed to cancer on Sunday.The former Zimbabwe captain and coach died at the age of 49....Published: 05 Sep 2023 at 06:21hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Madinda Ndlovu mourns Heath Streak
FORMER Highlanders FC and Zimbabwe tear away winger Madinda Ndlovu today joined the rest of the world in mourning Heath Streak. Streak died at the age of 49 on Sunday morning after a battle wi...Published: 04 Sep 2023 at 21:20hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe cricket legend Heath Streak dies
ZIMBABWE cricket legend Heath Streak has died.He was 49.Streak, who has been battling colon and liver cancer passed away in the early hours of Sunday morning.Streak's death was...Published: 03 Sep 2023 at 07:28hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Croco Motors saga deepens
The vehicle service giant, Croco Motors, has further sunk to a new low moral point after it was accused of presenting wrongful information and evidence before the courts in a case involving a motorist...Published: 02 Sep 2023 at 19:11hrs | 10 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
Henry Olonga issues apology over false news of Streak's demise
FORMER Zimbabwe fast-bowler Henry Olonga has issued a heartfelt apology over the false news that Heath Streak, his former long-time teammate-cum-friend who is battling cancer, had passed away....Published: 29 Aug 2023 at 07:58hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
'Heath Streak not dead'
The SPORTS AND RECREATION COMMISSION has issued a statement saying FORMER Zimbabwe cricket captain and coach Heath Hilton Streak who some publications this morning reported that he had died is still a...Published: 23 Aug 2023 at 06:34hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter
Daughter claims maintenance from dad
A teenager dragged her father to the Harare magistrates court demanding maintenance money for her education needs.Heather Mabvira told magistrate Ayanda Dlamini that her father, Justin Mabvira...Published: 20 Aug 2023 at 13:32hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter
'Vote Mnangagwa Out,' Madhuku
GOROMONZI - National Constitutional Assembly (NCA) president, Lovemore Madhuku told his supporters to vote out Zanu PF and it's leader President Emmerson ...Published: 04 Aug 2023 at 06:11hrs | 9 | by Ndou Paul
Zimbabwean multimillionaire changing lives in the UK
AS the elections in Zimbabwe approach, I am speaking with one of the millions from that country in greener pastures far from home.Despite the enduring difficulties of her homeland, Guernsey-ba...Published: 31 Jul 2023 at 06:51hrs | 17 | by Staff reporter
Discover London: An Extensive Guide for Zimbabwean Travelers
London is one of the world's most visited cities and really needs no introduction. Home to iconic architecture, vibrant nightlife, and rich culture, London is a must-visit destination for all traveler...Published: 10 Jul 2023 at 18:52hrs | 33 | by Staff Reporter
NHS nurse fined £10,000 for breaking Covid travel rules after Zimbabwe visit
An NHS nurse said she was left thinking "dying is better" after she was handed £10,000 in fines for breaking the Covid travel rules when dealing with a family tragedy.Nancy Gawe, 58, flew to ...Published: 15 Jun 2023 at 07:38hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter
Heath Streak's family asks for privacy
THE family of former Zimbabwe cricket team captain and coach Heath Streak's has appealed for privacy after confirming that he is receiving treatment in South Africa after being diagnosed with stage-fo...Published: 15 May 2023 at 19:12hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Heath Streak gravely ill
Zimbabwe cricket legend Heath Streak is reportedly critically ill amid calls for prayers from family and friends.The nature of the 49-year-old's ailment was not disclosed.In a tweet, f...Published: 13 May 2023 at 18:26hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa 'snubs' UK diasporans
PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa cancelled at the 11th hour a scheduled meeting with United Kingdom (UK)-based Zimbabweans, it has emerged.Mnangagwa attended King Charles III's coronation in Londo...Published: 08 May 2023 at 06:15hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Falcon College pegs fees at $11 million
UPMARKET Falcon College has pegged its second term fees at a staggering US$10,588.79 just as University of Zimbabwe (UZ) students celebrate a High Court judgement barring the institution from hiking t...Published: 06 May 2023 at 06:37hrs | 37 | by Staff reporter
Opposition should break, and not actually perpetuate, cycle of dictatorship in Zimbabwe!
Every dictator has a justification for his decision to be a tyrant. Authoritarian rulers have always given what appeared sound reasons as to why they should govern with an iron-fist, and any w...Published: 02 Apr 2023 at 08:50hrs | 3 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Deputy minister testifies in fraud case
FORMER Alouvine Investments Private Limited company director, Rudo Sarudzayi Mapfumo, allegedly defrauded Deputy Minister of Health and Child Care Dr John Mangwiro of over US$100 000 after reselling a...Published: 27 Feb 2023 at 07:10hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean woman batters husband with granite pestle and mortar as he slept on sofa
A mum of three battered her husband with a pestle and mortar as he slept on a sofa 'because she wrongly believed he wanted to kill her'.Angelina Moya, who was suffering from delusional thought...Published: 06 Feb 2023 at 05:00hrs | | by Staff reporter
The Palm River Hotel awarded official 5-star grading
Palm River Hotel awarded 5-star grading by Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) Officially one of only two h...Published: 02 Feb 2023 at 15:56hrs | 29 | by Agencies
Inside Nakamba's Marvelous car collection
ENGLAND-BASED Zimbabwe international midfielder Marvelous Nakamba might be going through a very difficult season at Premier League side Aston Villa, but his incredible car collection suggests that awa...Published: 22 Jan 2023 at 15:07hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Nobuntu duo goes AWOL while on tour to the United States of America
Two members of the all-female Imbube group, Nobuntu disappeared while on tour to the United States of America, with the group describing their actions as selfish.Nobuntu was on a two-month tou...Published: 17 Dec 2022 at 12:09hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean-Australian who stars as Will Smith's wife says forced to work overseas due to 'overt racism'
Zimbabwean-Australian Charmaine Bingwa has revealed she was forced to leave the country to get roles, claiming that black actors aren't ‘reflected on screen in Australia'.The Good Fight star...Published: 11 Dec 2022 at 08:59hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Electoral laws must be aligned to the constitution
There is a need to ensure that all eligible Zimbabweans exercise their right to vote by aligning electoral laws to the constitution, Zimbabwe Electoral Support Network (ZESN) has said.ZESN Sen...Published: 06 Dec 2022 at 05:01hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean-Australian actress co-stars as Will Smith's wife in slavery epic 'Emancipation'
Zimbabwean-Australian actress Charmaine Bingwa (37) who was born and raised in Perth starts as Will Smith's wife in slavery epic Emancipation which debuts in theatres on December 9.Speaking at...Published: 05 Dec 2022 at 05:12hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Chisora to use £2m Fury pay-day to keep kids in private school and away from his old dangerous neighbourhood
DEREK CHISORA will use his £2million Tyson Fury windfall to keep his daughters in private school and away from his old dangerous neighbourhood.The 38-year-old heavyweight moved to North Londo...Published: 01 Dec 2022 at 05:02hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Nakamba's chance to impress Emery
WARRIORS midfielder Marvelous Nakamba has a chance to make an impression on new Aston Villa boss Unai Emery in a friendly match against Cardiff City in South Wales tonight.The Zimbabwean is on...Published: 01 Dec 2022 at 04:58hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
All set for Ethiopian Airlines maiden flight to Bulawayo
ONE of the world's top airlines, Ethiopian Airlines is set to introduce flights that will fly into Bulawayo for the first-time, end of this month, a development that will boost the tourism sector as w...Published: 23 Oct 2022 at 09:14hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's Nobuntu set for Atlanta show in the United States
ZIMBABWE'S world-acclaimed a-cappella group Ubuntu will this month perform at Georgia State University's Rialto Center for the Arts, in Atlanta.According to the university, the show is set for...Published: 06 Oct 2022 at 06:07hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
'Regulate Zimbabwe political parties'
WHILE an estimated 57,2% of Zimbabweans revealed in a recent survey that they were opposed to the regulation of political parties, election watchdogs say legislation is necessary to bring sanity to th...Published: 07 Sep 2022 at 06:43hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter
Kasukuwere: To be or not to be!
Widening Russian War Aims What a week we have had! War works largely on laws of the unforeseen and the unintended. The Russian Foreign Minister, Sergei Lavrov, has ominously hinted at ...Published: 23 Jul 2022 at 07:27hrs | | by Jamwanda
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