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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 work along National Route 34 (RN34).Machar…

Published: 25 Aug 2025 at 20:42hrs | 335 | by Staff reporter

Dog bite cases surge to 456 in 1 week

Zimbabwe recorded 456 dog bite cases in just one week, according to a Weekly Disease Surveillance Report issued by the Ministry of Health and Child Care for the week ending July 6, 2025, raising alarm over public safety and stray dog manag…

Published: 24 Jul 2025 at 09:16hrs | 82 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo councillors push to ban pit bulls

A growing chorus of Bulawayo city councillors is calling for an outright ban on aggressive dog breeds, particularly Pit Bulls, as dog attacks rise and concerns mount over the proliferation of stray animals in the city.The issue came under …

Published: 03 Jul 2025 at 19:11hrs | 378 | by Staff reporter

Pitbull owner denied bail over fatal dog attack

A Harare man whose unmuzzled pit bulls fatally mauled a passerby has been denied bail by Magistrate Marewanazvo Gofa, who ruled that the gravity of the offence and public interest justified his continued detention.Mike Mupinga, 40, of Bluf…

Published: 24 Jun 2025 at 11:18hrs | 215 | by Staff reporter

Another disturbing dog attack in Harare

While the bail ruling for a Harare man accused of owning pit bulls that fatally attacked a man in Bluffhill last month remains pending, the capital witnessed yet another alarming dog attack yesterday.Harare regional magistrate Marehwanazvo…

Published: 24 Jun 2025 at 09:16hrs | 485 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean MPs call for ban on pit bull terriers

In the wake of a recent fatal attack by Pit Bull Terriers on a Harare resident, members of Zimbabwe's Parliament have called for a ban on the breed, citing growing concerns over public safety.During a Question and Answer session on Wednesd…

Published: 12 Jun 2025 at 18:57hrs | 111 | by Staff reporter

Family demands justice following fatal pitbull attack on relative

A Harare family is mourning the tragic death of Samuel Machara, who was fatally mauled by a pitbull in Bluffhill over the weekend, prompting renewed calls for stricter laws regulating the ownership of dangerous dog breeds.Machara's death, …

Published: 04 Jun 2025 at 09:36hrs | 318 | by Staff reporter

Killer pitbulls put down

In the aftermath of a brutal dog attack that claimed the life of 39-year-old Samuel Machara, the Zimbabwe National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ZNSPCA) has issued a strong statement condemning neglectful dog ownership …

Published: 02 Jun 2025 at 16:20hrs | 945 | by Staff reporter

Pit bulls kill neighbour, Harare man arrested

A man from Harare has been arrested after his pit bulls allegedly mauled a neighbour to death in a horrific attack that has reignited nationwide debate over the safety of the American Pitbull Terrier breed.On June 1, 2025, police apprehend…

Published: 02 Jun 2025 at 09:09hrs | 1077 | by Staff reporter

After making Zimbabweans suffer, the ZANU-PF leadership now wants to kill them!

Do those in power really care about us? After plunging millions of Zimbabweans into untold poverty and misery through corruption, misgovernance, and authoritarian rule, the ZANU-PF leadership appears now determined to take a far darker tur…

Published: 09 Apr 2025 at 11:08hrs | 725 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

The push for Mnangagwa's term extension is a threat to national unity and development

In recent years, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has repeatedly called for unity among Zimbabweans. On paper, this is a noble and constructive appeal. A united nation, working collectively towards national development, has a greater chance of…

Published: 14 Feb 2025 at 12:09hrs | 550 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Drinking spree turns fatal

A drinking spree in Manyarere Village, Mudzi, ended in tragedy last week when three men allegedly turned on their drinking companion, fatally assaulting him after a misunderstanding.The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the incident…

Published: 04 Feb 2025 at 16:48hrs | 141 | by Staff reporter

Murder charge for Zimbabwean man after he allegedly kills 4AM intruder

A 22-year-old man, Benson Macharangwanda, from Chitungwiza, has been charged with murder following the death of an alleged intruder during a confrontation at his home on December 2.Macharangwanda appeared before a Harare magistrate on Mond…

Published: 10 Dec 2024 at 07:15hrs | 2360 | by Staff reporter

Factional fighting in ZANU PF: Is Mnangagwa's quest for power putting Zimbabwe at risk?

IN 2017, Simon Khaya Moyo, the then ZANU-PF spokesperson, described Emmerson Mnangagwa as "dishonest," "divisive," and "deceptive" when the ruling party dismissed him. Today, these descriptors are once again relevant as the internal dynami…

Published: 20 Oct 2024 at 17:22hrs | 1095 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Bulawayo housing scammer arrested

POLICE in Bulawayo have arrested a man who allegedly moved around the city scamming several residents of money promising them houses to rent, which, however, were never availed.Gerald Sibanda, who according to reports, operates from Parkad…

Published: 16 Apr 2024 at 07:55hrs | 19 | by Staff reporter

'Chamisa must introspect, map the way forward'

POLITICAL analysts and opinion leaders have expressed mixed views on Zimbabwe's main opposition leader Nelson Chamisa's decision to dump his two-year-old Citizens' Coalition for Change (CCC), with some suggesting the move betrays weakness …

Published: 29 Jan 2024 at 06:25hrs | 27 | by Staff reporter

CCC councillors chase stakeholders before boycotting same meeting

There was drama last week at Chiredzi Town Council Boardroom where the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) councillors chased all stakeholders from a special full council meeting to elect a new town chairperson only to boycott the same mee…

Published: 02 Dec 2023 at 05:48hrs | 22 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF councillor cries after party loses council chairperson post

A recent incident at Chiredzi Town Council unfolded with unexpected emotions when Charles Njopera, Zanu-PF's ward 4 councilor, found himself in tears after Roger Chikonye of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) was elected as the Town C…

Published: 26 Sep 2023 at 18:10hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo businessman sues SA investor over 108 cattle 'swindle'

A BULAWAYO businessman has taken a South Africa-based investor Mr Louis Le Roux to court for allegedly fraudulently selling his 108 cattle worth over US$42 000 without his knowledge.Mr Le Roux who is also the director of CapeZim, a consort…

Published: 11 Sep 2023 at 06:28hrs | 61 | by Staff reporter

Nigerian cleric prophecies Mnangagwa victory, says opposition wasting their money

NIGERIAN cleric Primate Elijah Ayodele, who is the leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has issued prophecies on the presidential elections of Zimbabwe, Central African Republic (CAR) and South Sudan.In a statement signed by his me…

Published: 14 Aug 2023 at 06:35hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Fight over water turns fatal

Bulawayo's water challenges turned tragic with a 17-year-old boy from Nkulumane now facing murder charges for fatally stabbing his neighbour following a dispute at a borehole queue.The teenager, who cannot be named for ethical reasons, wil…

Published: 21 May 2023 at 08:09hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Lobels Biscuits chief in dock for rape, sexual harassment

LOBELS Biscuits chief operations officer Andrew Dinhidza, has been dragged to court facing nine counts of rape and sexually harassing subordinates.Dinhidza appeared before Bulawayo magistrate Joseph Mabeza, yesterday.In one of the counts, …

Published: 10 Mar 2023 at 05:21hrs | | by Staff reporter

Sharpe plots to bloc witness from testifying against him

Pokugara Properties, owned by controversial businessman Ken Sharpe, which caused the arrest of a State witness testifying against it for malicious damage to property has applied to have the same witness blocked from testifying.Pokugara's l…

Published: 26 Jan 2023 at 16:31hrs | 1 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Acting Deputy prosecutor general refuses to be cross-examined under oath

Under fire, Acting Deputy Prosecutor Michael Reza has refused to be cross-examined under oath following a court application by property developer George Katsimberis to have the officer of the law questioned to check the credibility of…

Published: 24 Jan 2023 at 15:11hrs | 10 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Deputy prosecutor general an arrogant and biased pathetic liar - property developer

Property developer George Katsimberis wants the court to order cross-examination of Acting Deputy Prosecutor general  Michael Reza in order to expose his deceit, falsehoods and subversion of justice in favour of Ken Sharpe and his ass…

Published: 22 Jan 2023 at 18:06hrs | 1 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Police arrest witness testifying against Ken Sharpe

A witness testifying against Ken Sharpe has been arrested today by the police in sudden turn of events,  the controversial businessman is accused of perjury and malicious injury to property.The witness, Roy Nyabvure who is Harare City…

Published: 08 Nov 2022 at 20:27hrs | 1 | by Staff Reporter

Headman dragged to court

A headman who allegedly instructed three men to destroy a fowl run which cost $300 000 has been dragged to court together with the trio for malicious damage to property. Headman Simbarashe Nhopi (54) is from Mudanda Village under Chief Chi…

Published: 16 Sep 2022 at 06:19hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Kagonye remanded in custody

THE State has called for a custodial sentence against convicted former Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare Minister Petronella Kagonye when the court sentences her today.Kagonye was yesterday remanded in custody for sentencing after …

Published: 09 Jun 2022 at 06:34hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Ex-Labour Minister Kagonye convicted for stealing school laptops

Former Public Service Minister Petronella Kagonye has been convicted for personalising computers donated to schools in her Goromonzi South constituency by the Postal and Telecommunication Regulation Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ).Kagonye w…

Published: 08 Jun 2022 at 18:15hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter

Ex-minister refutes graft allegations

FORMER Public Service minister Petronella Kagonye yesterday appeared in court denying criminal abuse of office charges being levelled against her.In her defence, she said the allegations were orchestrated by political rivals.Kagonye is acc…

Published: 20 Apr 2022 at 08:07hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa, Chiwenga battle to control Masvingo continues

The battle to control Masvingo province between President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his deputy Rtd General Constantino Chiwenga continues to escalate taking dramatic turns after the former ordered removal of losers who had been smuggled into …

Published: 11 Feb 2022 at 17:15hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Kagonye accused of duping housing cooperatives

FORMER Public Service, Labour and Social Welfare Minister Petronella Kagonye yesterday denied allegations of duping two housing cooperatives of US$38 500 in the sale of residential stands at Solomio Farm in Goromonzi.Kagonye, who is charge…

Published: 14 Dec 2021 at 05:47hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter

Court acquits ex-Harare town clerk Mahachi

FORMER Harare City town clerk Tendai Mahachi has been acquitted by the Supreme Court in a matter where he was accused of criminal abuse of office by corruptly awarding millions of United States dollar tenders for waterworks during his tenu…

Published: 29 Nov 2021 at 05:37hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF revives Chamisa's popularity?

WHAT started as a pedestrian civic engagement for Zimbabwe's main opposition MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa to interface with communities and the grassroots in Masvingo this week ahead of the 2023 elections ended as a dramatic spectacl…

Published: 15 Oct 2021 at 20:43hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter

Zimra executives in US$585m tax evasion corruption scam

CORRUPTION skeletons involving a series of multi-billion-dollar tax evasion scandals are tumbling out of the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) cupboard amid a new corruption scam involving Chinese diamond miner Jinan Mining (Pvt) Ltd's do…

Published: 20 Jul 2021 at 11:17hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

Zimra launches witch-hunt

TOP Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) executives are panicking over recent revelations by The NewsHawks of corruption involving the tax collector's multi-million-dollar whistle-blowing fund as they scramble to cover their tracks.This come…

Published: 13 Jun 2021 at 19:59hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter

Multi-million dollar whistleblowing corruption scandal rocks Zimra

MASSIVE corruption - which has dragged on for years - is rocking the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra)'s multi-million-dollar whistle-blower fund which the tax collector's senior officials are looting in cahoots with a corrupt network of …

Published: 26 May 2021 at 16:23hrs | 17 | by Staff reporter

Zimra engulfed in corruption storm over whistle-blowers

THE Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra), which operates a whistleblower facility in a bid to eradicate tax fraud and duty evasion, is caught in a damaging storm of corruption in which its senior officers are accused of collaborating with co…

Published: 17 Apr 2021 at 16:24hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

SACU fights to attain 2030 goals

Corruption kills more than CORONA virus. It affects the hear but of society and strikes in the heart of the nation. The new dispensation has ushered in several ways of fighting corruption. Corruption breeds deceitfulness  lies mistrus…

Published: 14 Feb 2021 at 11:17hrs | | by Dr Masimba Mavaza

Mwonzora skeletons tumble

ASPIRING MDC-T leader Douglas Mwonzora was yesterday exposed by one of his top allies who described him as "a deceitful and crooked trickster" as the fight for the presidency reaches a chaotic climax ahead of the party's extraordinary cong…

Published: 27 Dec 2020 at 08:30hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Man assaults cops

A VICTORIA Falls man who allegedly became violent at a fuel garage and assaulted two cops as he resisted arrest has appeared in court. Constables Prosper Zingi and Nollen Mhanga of Victoria Falls Police Station had been deployed at Marange…

Published: 17 Dec 2020 at 06:54hrs | | by Staff reporter

Top cop challenges SACU legality

POLICE Commissioner Douglas Jabulani Nyakutsikwa, who is facing charges related to corrupt allocation of housing stands, yesterday said he wanted to challenge the constitutionality of the establishment of the Special Anti-Corruption Unit (…

Published: 06 Nov 2020 at 06:29hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Chamisa ex-MPs lose diplomatic passports

THE government has withdrawn diplomatic passports issued to 21 MDC MPs recalled from Parliament as acting leader Thokozani Khupe continues to score victory after victory against Nelson Chamisa in the battle for control of the country's big…

Published: 01 Sep 2020 at 15:36hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Ex-NetOne boss faces probe

The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (Zacc) is investigating former NetOne CEO Reward Kangai over a myriad of alleged criminal abuse of office cases during his tenure at the state-owned mobile network company, insiders have revealed.Mos…

Published: 25 Aug 2019 at 18:55hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Kasukuwere set free

The High Court halted former local government minister Saviour Kasukuwere's trial on Wednesday after ruling that charges filed by prosecutors did not disclose an offence.A magistrate's refusal to grant Kasukuwere's exception to the charges…

Published: 22 Aug 2019 at 16:20hrs | | by ZimLive

Former Harare bosses want their case referred to ConCourt

Former City of Harare bosses, Sekesai Makwavarara, Michael and Tendai Mahachi on Tuesday filed an application to have the matter in which they are facing charges of criminal abuse of office, referred to the Constitutional Court arguing tha…

Published: 18 Jul 2019 at 07:55hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Supa Mandiwanzira's case postponed

Harare provincial magistrate Mr Elijah Makomo on Tuesday deferred the matter of former Cabinet minister Supa Mandiwanzira to August 5 following indications that the State's application for rescission of a judgment acquitting him of crimina…

Published: 18 Jul 2019 at 07:43hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Woman detective challenges dismissal in High Court

A FIRED junior woman police detective, who was discharged after she extorted US$2 250 from a suspected forex dealer following arrest, has taken Commissioner-General Godwin Matanga to court challenging her dismissal. Ex-Det Constable, Petty…

Published: 05 Jul 2019 at 08:00hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

Newman Madzikwa jailed for criminal abuse of office

A HARARE magistrate yesterday convicted and sentenced former NatPharm acting managing director Newman Madzikwa to 20 months imprisonment for criminal abuse of office after he ordered the increase of medicine handling fees by 11% without ap…

Published: 20 Jun 2019 at 08:03hrs | 25 | by Staff reporter

New twist to Zesa bigwigs' case

THE lawyer representing former Zesa chief executive officer Joshua Chifamba last week cornered the investigation officer Energy Mundandishe into making concessions which are likely to affect the State case against his client and his two co…

Published: 18 Jun 2019 at 07:57hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

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