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Grace Mugabe linked to $5m bribe request
A cabinet minister asked Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote, for a $5-million bribe on behalf of the Mugabe family, sources told the Sunday Times this week.Robert Mugabe's nephew Patrick Zhuw...Published: 15 hrs ago | 3338 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo Chiefs shock FC Platinum
Bulawayo Chiefs 2 - 0 FC PlatinumPREMIER Soccer League debutants Bulawayo Chiefs pulled a shocker when they handed champions FC Platinum their first defeat of the season with two first half goals ...Published: 22 Apr 2018 at 10:04hrs | 234 | by Staff reporter
Masiyiwa apologises to Zimbabweans for insensitive tweet
Tsitsi Masiyiwa, the wife of Zimbabwe's richest man, Strive Masiyiwa, who twitted insinuating that Zimbabweans are a lazy bunch of people has since swallowed her pride and apologised for her insensiti...Published: 16 Apr 2018 at 14:27hrs | 9863 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabweans 'undress' Masiyiwa over tweet
Wife of Zimbabwean dollar-billionaire, Econet Wireless founder and Executive Chairman Dr Strive Masiyiwa, Tsitsi has come under attack on Twitter saying: "Wondering h...Published: 16 Apr 2018 at 10:34hrs | 9359 | by Staff Reporter
Kwese TV takes over Mighty Warriors
IN a landmark development that shook domestic football yesterday, Kwese TV announced it has taken over the sponsorship of the Mighty Warriors' participation in the African Cup of Nations qualifiers in...Published: 12 Apr 2018 at 06:57hrs | 989 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa rose to MDC presidency on a tribal card
May I join in the debate around Joshua Nkomo, Khupe, Chamisa, Welshman, Mtambara etc etc. Apparently I happen to have worked under JN and with the rest in my political career. Without taking a neutral...Published: 09 Apr 2018 at 07:57hrs | 3361 | by Mzila Ndlovu
'We do not peddle fake news' - Media Centre
HARARE - MEDIA Centre has dismissed claims that it is a hub of fake news after negative comments erupted on social media that the organisation was lying about a press conference involving United Movem...Published: 06 Apr 2018 at 14:57hrs | 666 | by Collins Chirinda
Media Centre demands official apology over Strive Masiyiwa party launch
MEDIA Centre has dismissed claims that it is a hub of fake news after negative comments erupted on social media that the organisation was lying about a press conference involving United Movement for D...Published: 06 Apr 2018 at 14:45hrs | 2037 | by Staff reporter
Strive Masiyiwa to contest for Zimbabwe Presidency 'fake news'
A fake e-mail is making rounds on social media, claiming that Econet Wireless founder and Executive Chairman, Dr Strive Masiyiwa has called for a Press Conference tomorrow. A media invitation ...Published: 05 Apr 2018 at 14:33hrs | 1880 | by Ndou Paul
Dear Mr Mugabe
I hope I find you well dear Former President of our Republic of Zimbabwe. I would like to make it glass clear dear Former President that you are misreading the moods of the people in Zimbabwe. I read ...Published: 27 Mar 2018 at 20:56hrs | 5548 | by Nomazulu Thata
Strive Masiyiwa at Africa Business Summit in Kigali
Strive Masiyiwa at Africa Business Summit in Kigali with Africa Commission chair Moussa Faki Mahamat....Published: 20 Mar 2018 at 12:44hrs | 2881 | by Social media
The President is fire fighting a fire they started
If one starts a fire and it grows into a bonfire then it will not be easy to extinguish it. This best illustrates how the big wigs in Zimbabwe started corruption and a few people understood the meanin...Published: 18 Mar 2018 at 07:17hrs | 755 | by Albewere Kadada
Econet to invest $250m in solar power systems
ECONET Wireless Zimbabwe says it has begun the process to invest over $250 million into a solar power systems project amid indications the corporate has placed orders for nearly 20MW.The inves...Published: 12 Mar 2018 at 05:41hrs | 416 | by Staff reporter
Zim can be a global manufacturing centre for Lithium batteries
Econet founder Strive Masiyiwa has said Zimbabwe has the potential to be a global manufacturing centre for the type of Lithium batteries."We are already using Lithium battery systems in DPA an...Published: 09 Mar 2018 at 13:28hrs | 4170 | by Staffr eporter
Youth vote used to be insignificant in Zim polls
Today though, we know about 60 percent of those who registered to vote in this year's election largely fall under the youth category — never mind the constitutional definition of the term, 'youth' e...Published: 07 Mar 2018 at 05:31hrs | 201 | by Sharon Hofisi
Zinara chef admits abusing funds
Zimbabwe National Roads Administration (Zinara) executives yesterday admitted to receiving several allowances without paying tax, including others that were above authorised levels.The executi...Published: 28 Feb 2018 at 05:53hrs | 912 | by Staff reporter
Econet Media's Kwesé and iflix Deepen Partnership
JOHANNESBURG - iflix (www.iflix.com), the world's leading entertainment service for emerging markets, and Econet Media's pan-African media company, Kwesé (www.Kwese.com), are thrilled to announce an ...Published: 21 Feb 2018 at 10:17hrs | 1198 | by APO
Waiting for the spider, Is Strive Masiyiwa the next president of the republic?
PROPHET MAKANDIWA'S PROPHECY TO BE TESTED AS THE NATION GEARS UP FOR THE HARMONISED ELECTIONThe Newsday of July 12 (2016) published an article in which ...Published: 20 Feb 2018 at 17:36hrs | 6577 | by Knowledge Hakata
Zimbabwe is being betrayed by the MDC - The opposition must think outside the box
Morgan Richard Tsvangirai stands as a giant in Zimbabwe politics. More than any other, he has taken the fight up to ZANU PF for the last 18 years and he has paid dearly for his courageous stance. At a...Published: 14 Feb 2018 at 10:09hrs | 2141 | by Tapson Muchena
Strive Masiyiwa to return home?
President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration is reported to have invited telecoms entrepreneur Strive Masiyiwa back home. Masiyiwa, the founder of Econet Wireless, has been in self-imposed exile for ...Published: 09 Feb 2018 at 06:29hrs | 8292 | by Staff reporter
Mandiwanzira denies he is corrupt
INFORMATION and Communication Technology (ICT) minister Supa Mandiwanzira says his hands are clean in the face of corruption allegations levelled against him by former NetOne chief executive officer R...Published: 09 Feb 2018 at 06:16hrs | 667 | by Staff reporter
Gumbo petitioned over Zinara's $16 million 'snow' graders
Mabvuku-Tafara legislator James Maridadi has reignited debate about the Zimbabwe National Roads Administration (Zinara)'s 80 motorised graders after petitioning Transport minister Joram Gumbo to expla...Published: 08 Feb 2018 at 10:23hrs | 1833 | by Staff reporter
Zinara bosses 'sourced' $2,9m from black market
Five Zimbabwe National Road Administration (Zinara) executives, charged for fraudulently transferring more than $2 million into bogus companies' accounts in a shady loan repayment deal, have been accu...Published: 31 Jan 2018 at 10:40hrs | 590 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's coup hero status is washing off fast, by elections time the vote rigging thug is back
I remember the scenes in the Streets of Harare on Saturday 18 November 2017 as if it was only yesterday. It you were a soldier wearing ZDF uniform you were a hero per excellence! The nation and the wo...Published: 30 Jan 2018 at 07:29hrs | 3957 | by Patrick Guramatunhu
'Mnangagwa is Zimbabwe's richest man, not Masiyiwa'
Former Higher, Tertiary, Science and Technology minister Jonathan Moyo claims that President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his coup allies staged a coup on 15 November to cover up massive and systematic loot...Published: 29 Jan 2018 at 07:29hrs | 10736 | by Stephen Jakes
Be Original, Be Yourself, Be Unique
Some people are just important in life and are there for a reason. Look at Sir Wicknell Chivayo , if he was not there where we going to have all that fun we have on social media? Sir Wicknell truly ev...Published: 27 Jan 2018 at 06:52hrs | 281 | by Belinda Cowa
Zimbabwe is unlikely to license new mobile firms
Zimbabwe is unlikely to license new entrants in the mobile telecoms sector in the foreseeable future, with the regulator saying due to limited electro-magnetic spectrum, which carries sound and data, ...Published: 25 Jan 2018 at 05:29hrs | 312 | by Staff reporter
Dont blame Trump, blame African leaders!
The truth really hurts, hey! That is the sad part of reality ,we would rather bury our heads in the sand and pretend all is well.The US President, Trump ,has called Africa a shithole and we are livid....Published: 20 Jan 2018 at 10:18hrs | 1733 | by Albert Madya
Kwese TV licence limbo sparks unease
Econet Media has reportedly activated its "contractual termination clause" with Dr Dish, the licence holder on the back of whom they were running their Kwese TV services in Zimbabwe.This has h...Published: 13 Jan 2018 at 07:30hrs | 4117 | by Staff Reporter
Mr President I propose an economic advisory council of Zimbabwe
One thing you should take note of is that the economy is different from politics. Politics is politics, but when it comes to the issue of economic recovery, this is a technical area which needs techni...Published: 11 Jan 2018 at 11:04hrs | 1198 | by Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo
Zimbabwe's first $ billionaire
Telecom tycoon Strive Masiyiwa has become Zimbabwe's first billionaire.According to a report by Forbes, Masiyiwa, 57 is now worth $1.7 billion. Masiyiwa controls Econet Group, a Zimbabwe-liste...Published: 11 Jan 2018 at 05:39hrs | 1939 | by Forbes
Zinara avails $232 million for road projects
THE Zimbabwe National Roads Administration (Zinara) has this year set aside $232 million to fund road maintenance and rehabilitation projects with Government urging local authorities to enter into Pub...Published: 09 Jan 2018 at 06:02hrs | 596 | by Staff reporter
Mr President here are the key drivers of the economy
You don't have to wait for appointment for you to bring development to your country. Whatever you have on your hands it is good to share so that our country will be in a better position to develop. Fo...Published: 03 Jan 2018 at 16:45hrs | 3168 | by Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo
Masiyiwa, Mliswa praise First Lady
Norton member of Parliament Temba Mliswa has said its refreshing to see a woman of substance, the philanthropist and social entrepreneur Tsitsi Masiyiwa acknowledging First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa's w...Published: 03 Jan 2018 at 14:42hrs | 5230 | by Moyo Roy
Zipra War Vets, a disappointment! General Dumiso Dabengwa disappoints!
Zipra armed forces were once known for their political correctness, a disciplined army that was even admired the enemy of racist Smith. Peter Walls spoke highly of them: their training was outstanding...Published: 17 Dec 2017 at 17:25hrs | 9081 | by Nomazulu Thata
Mnangagwa's fight to break free of Mugabe
EXACTLY a month after the fall of long-time ruler former president Robert Mugabe, signs are there that new Zimbabwean leader Emmerson Mnangagwa might struggle to undo his predecessor's legacy....Published: 17 Dec 2017 at 07:26hrs | 1900 | by Staff reporter
Strive Masiyiwa to be named in Mnangagwa's economic advisory board?
There are unconfirmed reports that the Executive chairman and founder of Econet and Zimbabwe's richest man might be named in President Emmerson Mnangagwa's economic advisory board.Mnangagwa is...Published: 27 Nov 2017 at 14:52hrs | 18162 | by Staff reporter
Econet eyes London listing
AFRICAN telecommunications group Econet is considering selling shares on the London Stock Exchange at a valuation of about $8 billion next year after combining new and existing assets, according to pe...Published: 27 Nov 2017 at 05:23hrs | 279 | by Bloomberg
Another first from Kwesé
ZIMBABWEANS had to wait a little longer to start enjoying Kwesé services but the wait is proving to be worth it as the company has met and continues to exceed expectations, adding some sweeteners to ...Published: 12 Oct 2017 at 11:58hrs | 3116 | by Staff reporter
Possible political scenarios for 2018 elections
As we fast approach next year's crucial elections, political analysts are already working on possible scenarios that might emerge before, during and after the plebiscite.While it is difficult ...Published: 08 Oct 2017 at 15:45hrs | 1401 | by Staff reporter
Kwesé TV gives 5 free channels
Strive Masiyiwa, the founder of Econet and Kwesé TV, recently announced on Facebook that Kwesé TV will be offering 5 free channels to you even if you don't pay for any subscription. The free channel...Published: 03 Oct 2017 at 13:00hrs | 2983 | by TechZim
Major boost for Strive Masiyiwa's Kwese TV
ECONET Wireless boss Strive Masiyiwa's Kwese TV yesterday received a major boost after its partner Dr Dish's application seeking to broadcast pending a Supreme Court appeal by the Broadcasting Authori...Published: 30 Sep 2017 at 06:53hrs | 755 | by Staff reporter
Masiyiwa's Kwese TV back on air
ECONET Wireless boss Strive Masiyiwa's Kwese TV yesterday received a major boost after its partner Dr Dish's application seeking to broadcast pending a Supreme Court appeal by the Broadcasting Authori...Published: 30 Sep 2017 at 06:32hrs | 796 | by Staff Reporter
Strive Masiyiwa is a brand on his own
The man has made Zimbabwe to be known in the international business circles. He is barrier breaker . Masiyiwa is a man full of wisdom ,businessman, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. Strive e-maginatio...Published: 20 Sep 2017 at 12:57hrs | 2056 | by Enos Denhere
Blocked in Zimbabwe, Kwese TV launches in SA
ZIMBABWEAN telecoms tycoon Strive Masiyiwa's new pay television service, Kwese TV, has kick-started services in South Africa through a partnership with Netflix, it said on Friday as it seeks to claw u...Published: 19 Sep 2017 at 06:34hrs | 2622 | by Staff reporter
Jonathan Moyo: How one nutty professor nutted Zim media (Part One)
Many people talk of the gift that kept on giving. Its a good thing. But, in Zimbabwe, for journalism and journalists, Professor Jonathan Moyo was not good at all. Far...Published: 06 Sep 2017 at 18:17hrs | 1073 | by Maynard Manyowa
ZANU PF sideshows - a mere distraction
Despite intense infighting that characterises the party, the fact remains that ZANU PF is determined to win the next election at any cost. For them, there is just too much at stake and they cannot aff...Published: 06 Sep 2017 at 12:56hrs | 341 | by Moses Chamboko
Zanu-PF infighting sideshows - a mere distraction
Despite intense infighting that characterises the party, the fact remains that Zanu-PF is determined to win the next election at any cost. For them, there is just too much at stake and they cannot aff...Published: 06 Sep 2017 at 12:24hrs | 352 | by Moses Chambok
High Court withholds ruling on Kwese TV
The High Court yesterday withheld ruling on whether an application by Econet Group's pay television service, Kwese TV, in which it is challenging the Broadcasting Authority of Zimbabwe (Baz) over an o...Published: 06 Sep 2017 at 07:01hrs | 1973 | by Staff reporter
Strive Masiyiwa's Kwese TV launches in Botswana
Pan-African pay-television network Kwese TV has launched its satellite broadcasting service in Gaborone, reported Mmegi. Kwese Free Sport was first introduced to viewers in Botswana in March b...Published: 05 Sep 2017 at 15:30hrs | 1784 | by Staff reporter
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