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Zanu-PF confident of victory in Glen View
Zanu-PF supporters converged at Chemhanza Grounds in Glen View South yesterday for a campaign rally in support of Tsitsi Tawomhera, the party's candidate for the April 12 by-election.The rally...Published: 13 hrs ago | 67 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe govt workers moonlight as street vendors
Every morning, Dumisani Ngara* gets up at dawn to catch a 6:30am bus to work at Zimbabwe's Ministry of National Housing and Social Amenities. The government-provided bus is free for civil servants in ...Published: 28 Mar 2025 at 12:41hrs | 1037 | 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 | 397 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Warriors court Morocco
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) is actively pushing for a high-profile friendly match between the Zimbabwe national football team, the Warriors, and Morocco during the upcoming June internati...Published: 28 Mar 2025 at 05:47hrs | 644 | by Staff reporter
NetOne launches MoGigs to bridge digital divide
Zimbabwe's leading telecommunications company, NetOne, has launched MoGigs, a groundbreaking data bundle aimed at boosting digital inclusion and empowering communities across the country.MoGig...Published: 28 Mar 2025 at 05:47hrs | 468 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa turns to vendors to thwart 31 March protest
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has reaffirmed the government's commitment to supporting vendors and the informal sector, recognizing their critical role in the country's economic development. Speaking d...Published: 27 Mar 2025 at 06:19hrs | 1766 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's Health ministry in budget quandary
The Ministry of Health and Child Care has called for a supplementary budget to mitigate the impact of the withdrawal of United States funding, particularly towards HIV and Aids programmes. The funding...Published: 27 Mar 2025 at 06:18hrs | 246 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF MPs hail Minister of potholes, team
Legislators have commended Transport and Infrastructural Development Minister Felix Mhona for being named the Best-Performing Cabinet Minister of 2024, alongside other senior officials from his minist...Published: 27 Mar 2025 at 06:12hrs | 202 | by Staff reporter
Charles Prince Airport set to become an international airport
Charles Prince Airport in Mount Hampden is undergoing significant upgrades to bring it up to the same standards as the Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport. Currently serving as a hub for light...Published: 27 Mar 2025 at 06:09hrs | 272 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe govt to launch e-library for schools
The Government is set to launch an electronic library and an innovative education early warning electronic system for schools tomorrow. These initiatives aim to enhance and standardize the education s...Published: 27 Mar 2025 at 06:07hrs | 77 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa, Ruto to set terms of reference for DRC mediation panel
Consultations are underway to set a date for a high-level briefing between Southern African Development Community (SADC) Chairperson, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, and his East African Community (EAC)...Published: 27 Mar 2025 at 06:06hrs | 94 | by Staff reporter
ZDVI to engage legislators as WhatsApp ground is created for diaspora and MPs interaction before 31 March 2025
Zimbabwe Diaspora Vote Initiative To Engage All Stakeholder - Starts with Legislators as WhatsApp Ground is Created for Diaspora and MPs Interaction as Musicians are Called to Amplify the Call for Dia...Published: 26 Mar 2025 at 22:57hrs | 443 | by ZDVI
Mohadi honoured with Induna Matshe Leadership Excellence Award
Vice President Kembo Mohadi was yesterday honoured with the prestigious Induna Matshe Leadership Excellence Award in recognition of his steadfast loyalty to Zimbabwe's liberation struggle, exceptional...Published: 26 Mar 2025 at 07:39hrs | 802 | by Staff reporter
BCC to train firefighters in Matebeleland region
The government has tasked the Bulawayo Fire Brigade with training firefighters in the southern region of the country, with the program set to cover rural district councils (RDCs) including Matobo, Hwa...Published: 26 Mar 2025 at 06:52hrs | 616 | by Staff reporter
Diaspora remittances surge 7,5% in February
Diaspora remittances to Zimbabwe grew by 7.5 percent in February 2025, reaching US$165 million, up from US$153.8 million in the same month last year. The increase highlights the continued importance o...Published: 26 Mar 2025 at 06:46hrs | 102 | by Staff reporter
Zinara boss scoops top gong
The Zimbabwe National Roads Authority's (Zinara) chief executive officer, Nkosinathi Ncube, has been honored as the 2025 Best Performer among revenue authority CEOs. The prestigious award, presented o...Published: 24 Mar 2025 at 21:33hrs | 1634 | by Staff reporter
Mzembi's UK engagements explained
Former Zimbabwean Tourism Minister Dr. Walter Mzembi has been engaging with stakeholders in Europe and the United Kingdom as part of his role with the African Forum for Cultural Diplomacy (AFFCD), a p...Published: 24 Mar 2025 at 13:36hrs | 3024 | by Staff reporter
Dakamela Achievers Awards
The Chief Dakamela Achievers Awards/ Imiklomelo Kadakamela are a significant initiative in reviving and promoting Mthwakazi economy, culture and traditions.Eco...Published: 23 Mar 2025 at 21:09hrs | 624 | by Sam Velaphi Mabhena
Felix Tshisekedi single handedly sold the DRC to Trump
The news that Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) President Félix Tshisekedi has proposed selling mineral rights to the United States in exchange for military support has left many in disbelief as the...Published: 23 Mar 2025 at 09:29hrs | 3967 | by Staff reporter
Coltart frustrated by Glassblock Dam delays
Bulawayo Mayor David Coltart has expressed mounting frustration over the bureaucratic hurdles that are stalling the long-awaited Glassblock Dam project, a critical initiative aimed at ensuring a stabl...Published: 23 Mar 2025 at 08:27hrs | 1112 | by Staff reporter
Gukurahundi cover-up editor dies
Veteran journalist Geoffrey Nyarota, renowned for his pioneering investigative journalism and his role in exposing the Willowgate scandal in 1989, passed away on Saturday at the age of 74 after a prol...Published: 23 Mar 2025 at 08:15hrs | 2336 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe accelerates plans for National Health Insurance Scheme
Zimbabwe's push for a National Health Insurance (NHI) system has reached a decisive phase, with government officials and health experts reaffirming the need to implement the scheme this year. Despite ...Published: 23 Mar 2025 at 08:10hrs | 364 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe seeks to upgrade Walvis Bay dry port
Zimbabwe is exploring ways to improve infrastructure at its Dry Port facility in Walvis Bay, Namibia, to enhance its capacity for handling imports and exports. The initiative is part of the government...Published: 23 Mar 2025 at 08:09hrs | 332 | by Staff reporter
Fidelity Gold Refinery invites bids for gold collection centre construction
Fidelity Gold Refinery (FGR), a wholly owned subsidiary of the Mutapa Investment Fund, has issued a tender for the construction of gold collection centres as part of efforts to improve accessibility a...Published: 23 Mar 2025 at 08:08hrs | 203 | by Staff reporter
South Africa travel agents explore Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe's tourism sector has received a significant boost with the arrival of top South African travel agents in Victoria Falls for a three-day familiarisation tour. The visit, organised by the Zimba...Published: 23 Mar 2025 at 08:08hrs | 224 | by Staff reporter
Chief Dakamela's ambitious vision
WHEN vehicles head in the direction of Nkayi on 4 April, where Chief Mbusi Bekithemba Dakamela will be hosting his famed annual Imiklomelo kaDakamela, the traditional leader believes that they will be...Published: 23 Mar 2025 at 08:06hrs | 414 | by Staff reporter
'We've porous borders, we need India,' Muchinguri discloses
Zimbabwe's Minister of Defence, Oppah Muchinguri-Kashiri has sensationally disclosed that the country's borders are too porous hence the need for collabor...Published: 23 Mar 2025 at 07:06hrs | 1444 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Tonnes of abandoned nets retrieved from Lake Kariba
Lake Kariba has seen a major environmental breakthrough with the retrieval of seven tonnes of ghost nets, marking a significant step in the fight against plastic pollution in Zimbabwe's water bodies....Published: 22 Mar 2025 at 12:13hrs | 2298 | by Staff reporter
Informal traders urged to keep import documents
Informal traders affected by the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA)'s anti-smuggling blitz have been advised to maintain proper documentation of imported goods to facilitate easier verification and sm...Published: 21 Mar 2025 at 09:17hrs | 402 | by Staff reporter
Hindu Society refurbishes Belvedere clinic
The Hindu Society in Zimbabwe has committed and spent close to US$40,000 in the refurbishment of Belvedere clinic, with Harare Mayor, Councillor Jacob Mafume commenting on the gesture as a genuine and...Published: 20 Mar 2025 at 18:13hrs | 361 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Youths, War Vets trash Mnangagwa-Tungwarara dummy fund banner
Several youths and veterans of the liberation struggle mocked Presidential Youths Fund launch spearheaded by President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his controversial advisor, Paul Tempter Tungwarara, descri...Published: 20 Mar 2025 at 17:07hrs | 1990 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Starving ZANU-PF youths loot exhibition food, detergents
A number of hungry and disgruntled ZANU-PF youths from various provinces stormed food and detergents scientific women conference exhibition stands displays area, loot foodstuffs, detergents and promot...Published: 20 Mar 2025 at 17:06hrs | 892 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Rwodzi salutes Mnangagwa for promoting gastronomy tourism
The Minister of Tourism and Hospitality Industry, Barbara Rwodzi has this Wednesday in Harare commented First Lady, Dr Auxillia Mnangagwa for championing gastronomy tourism which promotes indigenous c...Published: 20 Mar 2025 at 08:48hrs | 234 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
Zimbabwe, India continue strengthening educational and technological relations
Zimbabwe and India have continued to strengthen their bilateral relations through collaborative cooperation in the fields of technology, trade and educational exchange programmes, the recent Indian Te...Published: 19 Mar 2025 at 15:13hrs | 228 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
Tungwarara donates to Mnangagwa's rural province
President Emmerson Mnangagwa's advisor Paul Tungwarara has stepped up his bootlicking measures by donating construction materials in Masvingo.He has donated 600 bags of cement, 10,000 bricks, ...Published: 19 Mar 2025 at 10:10hrs | 929 | by Paul Ndou
Zim SMEs target technological transfer from India, cut import bill
The Zimbabwe Chamber of Small to Medium-sized Enterprises (SMEs) has promised to invest in technology transfer, invest in the manufacturing sector and cut spending much on imports through their sector...Published: 18 Mar 2025 at 18:17hrs | 202 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
Bulawayo relocates 5th Avenue informal traders
The City of Bulawayo has announced the relocation of informal traders from 5th Avenue to the Bhaktas 2 Site, situated along Lobengula Street and 2nd Avenue, as part of efforts to decongest the Central...Published: 18 Mar 2025 at 15:17hrs | 5794 | by Staff reporter
6,000 teenagers were impregnated in Matebeleland South last year
Approximately 6,000 teenagers from Matebeleland South fell pregnant last year, with Beitbridge and Insiza districts recording the highest numbers, according to recent statistics. The province also doc...Published: 18 Mar 2025 at 12:52hrs | 438 | by Staff reporter
Joshua Nkomo scholarship applications open until 31 March 2025
The prestigious Joshua Nkomo Scholarship is now accepting applications for its 2025 cohort, offering financial support to talented students aiming to achieve their academic goals. The application peri...Published: 18 Mar 2025 at 12:39hrs | 736 | by Staff reporter
What happens to Sam Nujoma's mantle? Who inherits it?
There are speculations in parts of the world, particularly in modern Western nations, individuals of remarkable are cloned. Human cloning refers to creating a genetically identical copy of a person, t...Published: 18 Mar 2025 at 09:15hrs | 572 | by Hosea Shishiveni
Crossborders4ED drills borehole in Beitbridge
A group of cross-border transporters operating under the banner Crossborders for Economic Development (Crossborders for ED) has donated a solar-powered borehole to Beitbridge District Hospital to help...Published: 18 Mar 2025 at 08:50hrs | 217 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa revives canteens at Zimbabwe police stations
The Zimbabwean government has revived canteens at police stations, providing officers with improved meals, including English breakfasts with fried eggs, sausages, and baked beans, as part of efforts t...Published: 17 Mar 2025 at 16:01hrs | 1353 | by Staff reporter
Biden's pardons 'void and vacant', says Trump
US President Donald Trump has claimed that pardons signed by his predecessor, Joe Biden, lack legal force, alleging they were never properly considered and authorized.Shortly before leaving of...Published: 17 Mar 2025 at 15:21hrs | 1299 | by Staff reporter
Macron urges EU to ditch US arms makers
The EU must cut its reliance on US-made weapons and prioritize European alternatives, French President Emmanuel Macron has said. In an interview with French media published on Saturday, Macron argued ...Published: 17 Mar 2025 at 13:28hrs | 771 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe will not issue title deeds for illegally acquired land
The Zimbabwean government has announced that it will not issue title deeds for properties built on land illegally allocated by land barons, as part of a drive to clamp down on dubious land allocations...Published: 17 Mar 2025 at 11:26hrs | 4684 | by Staff reporter
Zapu bemoans Zimbabwe's ailing health sector
The recent death of uGogo Rose Nyathi, "a Bulawayo celebrity, human rights activist, and informal comedian", who was laid to rest at Lady Stanley Cemetery highlighted some of the anomalies in our heal...Published: 16 Mar 2025 at 13:06hrs | 414 | by Dr Themba Bulle, ZAPU Deputy Secretary for Health and Welfare
Zadzamatura projects bumper harvest, as winter wheat cropping nears
Fast growing agricultural seeds company, Tocek Zadzamatura has projected a bumper harvest from 2024/25 farming season throughout the country (from contracted and non-contracted farmers who use their v...Published: 16 Mar 2025 at 10:35hrs | 201 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole recently in Mhondoro
Delays in hearings over Gukurahundi irk chiefs
Some traditional chiefs in Matebeleland have voiced their frustration over the government's failure to adequately support the Gukurahundi outreach programme, citing a lack of financial commitment and ...Published: 16 Mar 2025 at 09:28hrs | 156 | by Staff reporter
BCC dithers on vendors
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has taken a less confrontational stance on the ongoing vending crisis, allowing the Government's 48-hour ultimatum to lapse without any major enforcement measures. Inst...Published: 16 Mar 2025 at 09:23hrs | 2030 | by Staff reporter
BCC reduces parking exemption hours for senior citizens
The City of Bulawayo has announced a reduction in monthly parking exemption hours for senior citizens, citing financial losses exceeding US$119,000 from the initiative last year. As a result, the exem...Published: 16 Mar 2025 at 09:23hrs | 236 | by Staff reporter
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