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Emirates to increase flights to Zimbabwe, Zambia
EMIRATES, which has recorded a gradual increase in travel on the Dubai-Harare-Lusaka route is set to increase flights to these destinations to four times a week starting early next month. Afte...Published: 19 Jan 2021 at 07:22hrs | 1051 | by Staff reporter
Alcohol ban extends to supermarkets
ONLY bars and restaurants serving hotel residents are allowed to sell alcohol and any other outlets including supermarkets are banned from doing so, a Cabinet Minister said yesterday. Followin...Published: 09 Jan 2021 at 07:46hrs | 1114 | by Staff reporter
Mafume bail hearing today
THE bail hearing for Harare mayor Jacob Mafume, who is facing allegations of obstructing or defeating the course of justice after he allegedly attempted to bribe a witness has been set for today at th...Published: 28 Dec 2020 at 07:26hrs | 197 | by Staff reporter
Jah Prayzah, Winky D concert exposes Zimbabwe police's double standards
THE police has been exposed for double standards and came under heavy scrutiny after they allegedly forced the 11th hour cancellation of the highly-publicised Best of Both Worlds concert that was to b...Published: 21 Dec 2020 at 06:23hrs | 719 | by Staff reporter
Council properties being leased for a song
BULAWAYO City Council (BCC) is leasing out its land to sporting clubs for a song with some club owners reportedly paying as little as $700 in local currency while at the same time illegally sub-lettin...Published: 21 Dec 2020 at 06:17hrs | 214 | by Staff reporter
Airlink launches flights between Cape Town and Harare
AIRLINK, the independent regional airline, will launch a new non-stop service between Cape Town, South Africa, and Harare from January 18 next year, its latest in a series of new and resumed routes ac...Published: 18 Dec 2020 at 06:16hrs | 482 | by Staff reporter
State opposes Mafume bail
HARARE mayor Jacob Mafume yesterday appeared before magistrate Ngoni Nduna on allegations of obstructing or defeating the course of justice after he allegedly attempted to bribe a witness....Published: 17 Dec 2020 at 07:04hrs | 379 | by Staff reporter
Defence takes police officer to task over Mafume bribe claim
Defence lawyers on Thursday chipped away at prosecution claims that Harare mayor Jacob Mafume tried to bribe a key witness in his impending corruption trial.A senior police officer was forced ...Published: 16 Dec 2020 at 18:36hrs | 2560 | by Staff reporter
Shebeens sprout in Vic Falls amid lockdown
Shebeens are sprouting around Victoria Falls with many houses being turned into drinking spots in the absence of bars and nightclubs that were closed because of the Covid-19 lockdown.Shebeen o...Published: 13 Dec 2020 at 08:05hrs | 268 | by Staff reporter
Uncle murders brother's son
A HONDE Valley man recently confessed to killing his nine-year-old nephew for ritual purposes, before going on to harvest the minor's private parts, arms, ears and eyes after being contracted to do so...Published: 27 Nov 2020 at 17:02hrs | 599 | by Staff reporter
I feel like a ghost, says Ginimbi crash driver
THE driver of the Honda Fit that was involved in a head-on collision with the late socialite Genius "Ginimbi" Kadungure's RollsRoyce Wraith II has said he is yet to accept that he was alive.In...Published: 12 Nov 2020 at 06:22hrs | 8523 | by Staff reporter
Violence erupts in Mash Central as ZANU PF internal wars escalate
The battle for Mazowe DCC Chairmanship has reached another level with reports of violence now before the courts. ZANU PF Concession District youth official Paul Kasvosve was severely assaulted by a Ka...Published: 02 Nov 2020 at 09:48hrs | 3237 | by Claris Magwenzi Freelance journalist
Zimbabwe minister takes up #JohnVul'gate challenge
THE South African John Vuligate challenge has taken Zimbabwe by storm, with a local minister joining in the frenzy.Mashonaland West Provincial Affairs minister Mary Mliswa-Chikoka mesmerised g...Published: 02 Nov 2020 at 05:50hrs | 1940 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabweans turn to sex work amid economic crisis and COVID-19
DRESSED in a mini-skirt and blouse, Esther Kamupunga stood in semi-darkness waiting for men looking for sex the latest Zimbabwean to lose her job in a deepening economic crisis, worsened by the new co...Published: 31 Oct 2020 at 06:13hrs | 1368 | by Staff reporter
Police to pounce on music gigs
SEVERAL artistes who continue to stage illegal live concerts attracting huge numbers in defiance of the Covid-19 restrictions face the full wrath of the law, police have warned. The honeymoon ...Published: 25 Oct 2020 at 08:22hrs | 1473 | by Staff reporter
Mereki leisure spot takes Harare City Council to court
A HARARE outdoor leisure spot, popularly known as Mereki (Warren Park D) Community Trust, has taken the city council to court seeking transfer of the stand it operates from into its name.Accor...Published: 14 Oct 2020 at 06:39hrs | 1596 | by Staff reporter
Let's save Nkayi from irresponsible timber extraction!
One can not silently bear the pain and sadness of the wanton harvesting of the teak and pine trees from Sivomo and Gwampa Forests, in Nkayi District, coupled with the degradation of the enamel-rich so...Published: 07 Oct 2020 at 08:22hrs | 1290 | by Nhlanhla Moses
Zimbabwe trip was not for leisure, Mapisa-Nqakula tells Parliament
Defence and Military Veterans Minister Nosiviwe Mapisa-Nqakula has told Parliament her controversial flight to Zimbabwe, on which she ferried several high-ranking ANC officials in an air force jet, wa...Published: 06 Oct 2020 at 20:19hrs | 1164 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe keeps borders closed, but opens its airports to visitors
Zimbabwe re-opened its borders to air travellers on Thursday, but officials said borders would remain closed.Zimbabwe imposed a national lockdown at the end of March to curb the spread of the ...Published: 01 Oct 2020 at 09:09hrs | 3273 | by Staff reporter
Border posts open for travellers 30 Sept 2020
OPENING OF PORTS OF ENTRY FOR INTERNATIONAL MOVEMENT OF PERSONS AND GOODS.The National Border Management Coordinating Committee issued a directive on 28 September 2020 to all its Ports of Entry Ma...Published: 01 Oct 2020 at 09:06hrs | 4646 | by SARS
SA-based Zimbabweans welcome border reopening
ZIMBABWEANS in South Africa have welcomed the imminent reopening of the border by their host country.South Africa president Cyril Ramaphosa recently announced foreigners can travel into and ou...Published: 28 Sep 2020 at 17:19hrs | 7789 | by Staff reporter
SA tightens screws on cross-border trading
SOUTH Africa's Border Management Authority Act 2 of 2020 enacted on July 21, 2020 could severely restrict Zimbabwe's cross-border traders as the neighbouring country prepares to open its borders start...Published: 25 Sep 2020 at 08:05hrs | 4006 | by Staff reporter
BREAKING: South Africa opens borders
South African President Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa has opened borders for travelers who want to visit and leave South Africa. In a statement on Wednesday, Ramaphosa said his country will be open...Published: 16 Sep 2020 at 19:15hrs | 10185 | by Mandla Ndlovu
The mystic African kitchen hut
If it's not a grass thatched brick and mortar hut, it's not the traditional African kitchen. The African woman is incomplete without a round kitchen hut. Times gone, the floors would have a co...Published: 11 Sep 2020 at 17:07hrs | 1610 | by Thomas Tondo Murisa
Can your business survive online without digital marketing strategy?
While many businesses are moving forward and making sure to adopt a digital marketing strategy, many are still in doubt as to whether or not they need one. That is why we have this post to answer one ...Published: 03 Sep 2020 at 18:40hrs | 838 | by Staff Writer
Plumtree plunged into darkness
PLUMTREE Town and the border post have been plunged into darkness for the past three days as Zesa is struggling to restore power after thieves indiscriminately vandalised overhead electricity cables i...Published: 01 Sep 2020 at 06:20hrs | 1168 | by Staff reporter
'Sanctions fuelling corruption in Zimbabwe'
THE challenges bedevilling the country's economy due to the illegal sanctions imposed on the country by some western nations have been cited as the major cause of corruption in Zimbabwe.Addres...Published: 26 Aug 2020 at 20:40hrs | 637 | by Staff reporter
'Sanctions, corruption twin evils'
ILLEGAL sanctions imposed on the country by some Western nations are fuelling corruption as they have incapacitated both Government and the private sector from providing competitive salaries therefore...Published: 26 Aug 2020 at 07:05hrs | 127 | by Staff reporter
'We don't need Cabinet' - Varombo Movement
Cabinet ministers are appointed by the President from the pool of Members of Parliament and only 5 can be professionals not MPs. Their appointment is at the sole pleasure of, the President and he can ...Published: 21 Aug 2020 at 09:24hrs | 2398 | by Ms Tendayi Mudehwe
4 Hobbies that come with risks you need to manage
The majority of people have enough leisure time for pastimes nowadays. Some like viewing TV Shows, others go to the gym or collect coins. There are thousands of different points you can do in your spa...Published: 12 Aug 2020 at 14:54hrs | 772 | by Staff Writer
Zimbabwe police fret over curfew breakers
Curfew breaking is widespread in Harare, with a growing number of cars seen driving around northern suburbs late at night, although shopping centres are abandoned in these suburbs, and with vending an...Published: 12 Aug 2020 at 06:43hrs | 732 | by Staff reporter
Harare, Bulawayo face total Covid-19 lockdown
GOVERNMENT is set to impose a stricter, total Covid-19 lockdown in Harare and Bulawayo in view of a sharp increase in infections amid concerns by cabinet ministers that the public is flouting the rest...Published: 24 Jul 2020 at 08:13hrs | 2685 | by Staff reporter
Stanbic Bank in virtual Africa investors conference
In line with current world trends, Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe's parent company, Standard Bank Group has adopted a digital approach to enable African corporate clients and leading policymakers to connect vi...Published: 23 Jun 2020 at 19:28hrs | 107 | by Staff reporter
Woman steals lobola money
A Chitungwiza man was left counting his loses after his girlfriend allegedly stole US$750 lobola money she had been given for safe keeping.Blessing Kamuzonde,28, who is facing theft charges ap...Published: 05 Jun 2020 at 19:06hrs | 1838 | by Staff reporter
What are the most important privacy settings?
Privacy is more important than ever when everyone - from your ISP, to government agencies - is trying to get their share of your personal data. As such, we've put together some of the most important p...Published: 01 Jun 2020 at 15:40hrs | 314 | by Staff writer
Catastrophe looms in Zimbabwe, says SA's BusinessDay
As Zimbabwe enters the next phase of its coronavirus-induced lockdown - a partial but indefinite hold on economic activity - fears for the country’s economic future are rising.The economy wa...Published: 28 May 2020 at 20:45hrs | 3616 | by Chris Muronzi I BusinessDay
Omalayitsha feel Covid-19 pinch
IT'S a Tuesday morning and Dennis Dube, popularly known as Ndlesto, is basking in the sun gazing at the pride of his life, a spotless Quantum that is parked at a car park in Emakhandeni suburb. ...Published: 23 May 2020 at 08:33hrs | 1960 | by Staff reporter
Harare CBD roars back to life
THERE was increased human activity in the Harare city centre yesterday as the central business district (CBD) awoke from a 36-day slumber induced by the coronavirus lockdown.President Emmerson...Published: 05 May 2020 at 08:53hrs | 2485 | by Staff reporter
Avoid unnecessary gatherings even when the coast is clear
Ceremonial gatherings are part and parcel of African culture and customs but now, faced with Coronavirus, we must be prepared to forego some of the ceremonies. Things like unveiling of the tom...Published: 04 May 2020 at 16:00hrs | 1401 | by Thomas Tondo Murisa
Makamba plans Blue Ridge Spar reopening
BLUE Ridge Spar or Sweet Valley, which is owned by businessman, Dr James Makamba, is set to reopen in July, after Government last week returned the shopping complex on Maryvale Farm, Mazowe, to him. ...Published: 04 May 2020 at 07:45hrs | 1364 | by Staff reporter
People not wearing masks face arrest
PEOPLE who will get out of their homes without face masks will from tomorrow be arrested as part of a raft of measures meant to ensure that the country conforms to Covid-19 lockdown Level Two guidelin...Published: 03 May 2020 at 09:06hrs | 345 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's level 2 lockdown explained
GOVERNMENT yesterday gazetted Statutory Instrument 99 of 2020 to give clarity to the Level 2 national lockdown announced by President Mnangagwa on Friday.The measures show a balancing act that...Published: 03 May 2020 at 08:55hrs | 778 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe COVID-19 lockdown goes into Stage 2
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa has extended the Covid-19-induced lockdown by a further 14 days and announced an $18 billion Economic Rescue and Stimulus Package to scale up production in all sectors of the econo...Published: 02 May 2020 at 07:18hrs | 468 | by Staff reporter
Economic decline, COVID-19 and the vulnerable labour
The International Labour Organization (ILO) has warned that the rapidly intensifying economic impact of COVID-19 could be far worse than the 2008-9 financial crisis and will result in job cuts of near...Published: 26 Apr 2020 at 08:25hrs | 366 | by Victor Bhoroma
Calls grow to reopen parts of Zimbabwe's crisis-ridden economy
A tall, medium build security guard stands behind a large steel gate at Boka Tobacco Auction Floors on the outskirts of Harare, his face partially covered by a white surgical mask and his hands encase...Published: 23 Apr 2020 at 19:46hrs | 2028 | by Al Jazeera
Street vendors count losses as hundreds of pushcarts lie idle
KNOWN as the kingpin of the pushcart or scania business in Bulawayo, Phinias Gomba is one of the businessmen that have been hit hard by the ongoing national lockdown. Gomba, like many business...Published: 18 Apr 2020 at 07:57hrs | 1245 | by Staff reporter
To extend or not to extend lockdown is the question
Government will determine the next course of action ahead of tomorrow's expiry of the 21-day lockdown period and the nation anxiously awaits the pronouncement of new ordinances to guide the fight agai...Published: 18 Apr 2020 at 07:54hrs | 576 | by Staff reporter
Lockdown to wipe out 25% of Zimbabwe jobs
ZIMBABWE should brace for massive economic dislocation as business leaders project that 25% of formal and 75% of informal jobs in the country will be lost as a result of Covid-19 amid calls by industr...Published: 17 Apr 2020 at 08:24hrs | 1653 | by Staff reporter
COVID-19 to stoke Zimbabwe inflation to 1 000%
PERSISTENCE of the Covid-19 pandemic is expected to drive up Zimbabwe's year-on-year inflation to as high as 1 000%, while the country's currency is expected to depreciate to ZW$100:US$1 on the parall...Published: 10 Apr 2020 at 08:37hrs | 406 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo liquor traders raise US$1 050, ZW$6 930 for Thorngrove Hospital
BULAWAYO bars, leisure spots and bottle stores have so far raised ZW$6 930 and US$1 050 as their contribution to improve facilities at Thorngrove Infectious Diseases Hospital. The hospital urg...Published: 06 Apr 2020 at 07:57hrs | 236 | by Staff reporter
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