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How Bulawayo's townships reflect city's rich Ndebele heritage
IN 1894, Bulawayo had just one African township. Today, the city boasts close to twenty townships in the western suburbs. Bulawayo's first African township was Makokoba, also known as the "Location" o...Published: 02 Nov 2024 at 08:39hrs | 749 | by Fredrick Qaphelani Mabikwa
89 cattle die daily in Matebeleland South
The Department of Veterinary Services has sounded the alarm over a drastic surge in cattle deaths in Matebeleland South, attributing the sharp increase to the deadly January disease. Daily mortality r...Published: 20 Sep 2024 at 07:55hrs | 170 | by Staff reporter
Dan Tshanda remembrance gig set for Bulawayo
THE Large City Hall car park in Bulawayo will host a special event on 27 July, bringing together Splash music enthusiasts to commemorate the late Dan Tshanda, a revered figure in African music. Tshand...Published: 28 Jun 2024 at 10:02hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter
Gatekeepers in Ministry of Sports and Arts stiffle growth and innovation
In the pursuit of progress and development, it is disheartening to witness how gatekeepers within the Ministry of Sports and Arts are hindering the growth of the arts sector. These departments, intend...Published: 13 Feb 2024 at 12:43hrs | | by Farai Mazango
Insiza cattle succumbing to cyanide
SOME villagers in Gcabayi, Insiza district of Matebeleland South province, are losing livestock after drinking water contaminated with cyanide disposed of along the Umzingwane River by artisanal miner...Published: 08 Dec 2023 at 05:37hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter
Mwonzora moves to sell off MDC property to pay bills
THE once formidable opposition MDC's vast property empire is under threat as party leader Douglas Mwonzora bids to sell some of its prized assets to raise money to settle arrears, including util...Published: 27 Nov 2023 at 16:29hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo's first female ambulance driver retires after 35 years
Sibusiso Mdlongwa, who is believed to be the first female ambulance driver in Zimbabwe, has retired after dedicating 35 years to Bulawayo. Her remarkable journey began in 1988 when she started working...Published: 02 Oct 2023 at 06:23hrs | | by Staff reporter
Man assaults girlfriend for dumping him
A man from Plumtree has appeared in court for a violent assault on his girlfriend after she informed him of her disinterest in their relationship.Godknows Ndlovu (24) from Alpha suburb stood b...Published: 21 Sep 2023 at 19:18hrs | | by Staff reporter
Imbiber fatally stabbed over girlfriend
A 41-YEAR-OLD man from Bulawayo was murdered in Filabusi following a misunderstanding with his drinking mate over a girlfriend.Matebeleland South acting police spokesperson Assistant Inspector...Published: 21 Aug 2023 at 06:37hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter
Oskido to perform at Victoria Falls Carnival
House music godfather, Oskido (real name Oscar Mdlongwa) who has been seemingly spending most of his time selecting wigs for his skits as Sis Judy on TikTok will be taking to the decks soon as he is s...Published: 09 Mar 2023 at 19:57hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Minister orders auction of all stray cattle
DEPUTY Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development Davis Marapira has directed local authorities to impound and auction all stray cattle as part of efforts to curb the sprea...Published: 09 Mar 2023 at 05:20hrs | | by Staff reporter
Theileriosis kills hundreds of cattle in Matabeleland South
A widow and farmer Mrs Thulani Mpofu is left with only an empty kraal and cattle bells after Theileriosis, which has claimed hundreds of cattle in Insiza District, Matabeleland South Province, and the...Published: 01 Feb 2023 at 07:41hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter
WATCH: Govt declares quarantine... sends chemicals to contain disease
A widow and farmer Mrs Thulani Mpofu is left with only an empty kraal and cattle bells after Theileriosis, which has claimed hundreds of cattle in Insiza District, Matabeleland South Province, and the...Published: 01 Feb 2023 at 00:01hrs | 12 | by Staff Reporter
Fort Rixon cattle carnage: Ward records 262 deaths in 1 month
A 65-year-old Fort Rixon widow has so far lost more than 50 cattle as the dreaded theileriosis, commonly known as January disease, has ravaged through the area leaving peasants and small scale farmers...Published: 22 Jan 2023 at 08:12hrs | 5 | by Staff Reporter
Reservoirs from Beitbridge to Plumtree
GOVERNMENT working with its development partners is setting up water reservoirs along Shashe River stretching from Beitbridge to Plumtree border posts as part of efforts to control cattle movement bet...Published: 20 Jan 2023 at 06:39hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF afraid of 'virgin' voters says Chin'ono
THE Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) at the weekend banned a music show in Bulawayo, where organisers intended to mobilise youths to register to vote in upcoming 2023 harmonised elections.The ev...Published: 14 Nov 2022 at 19:31hrs | | by Staff reporter
Late former MDC legislator Mdlongwa remembered
MATABELELAND-based pressure group, Ibhetshu likazulu on Friday held a memorial lecture for the late former Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) legislator and veteran trade unionist, Esaph Mdlongwa in...Published: 17 Oct 2022 at 06:12hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Oskido rocks Bulawayo
WHEN a club DJ worth their salt plays a song, he doesn't play one that he 'likes' or one that you know! He or she plays what the club wants!And on Saturday night, Kalawa Jazmee Records boss, O...Published: 17 Oct 2022 at 06:07hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Esigodini fire victims identified
Police have released the names of the 10 victims who died while trying to extinguish a raging veld fire at Rodrose Farm, Esigodini yesterday.In a statement, national police spokesperson Assist...Published: 11 Oct 2022 at 19:38hrs | | by Staff reporter
5 Zimbabweans, SA national in more than 1500 kg copper cables theft
SIX suspects were arrested after they were found in possession of more than 1 500 kgs of copper cables by a joint team comprising Zesa loss control officers, the police and other security officers at ...Published: 14 Aug 2022 at 07:21hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Cop stabs boyfriend 4 times
A FEMALE police officer has been arraigned before the courts after stabbing her boyfriend four times over his failure to support her financially.The police officer, Precious Mikazhu (31), who ...Published: 28 Jul 2022 at 06:39hrs | | by Staff reporter
Vet department kills six cattle moved without permit
Matabeleland South provincial veterinary director Dr Enart Mdlongwa last week ordered the killing of six cows that were moved without a permit from Figtree to Gwanda, in contravention to the law....Published: 03 Apr 2022 at 08:26hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe - Botswana agree on electronic tags for cattle
ZIMBABWE and Botswana have agreed to electronically tag cattle for communities living along the border and the programme is set to be pioneered at Mlambaphele border area in Gwanda District, Matabelel...Published: 15 Mar 2022 at 05:34hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Prosecution for farmers with undipped cattle
FARMERS who do not comply with the recommended dipping programmes face arrest and prosecution amid reports that cattle in Matabeleland South province are at risk of January disease that was detected l...Published: 24 Feb 2022 at 05:39hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Cassper Nyovest returns to Bulawayo
Top South African rapper, Cassper Nyovest who was last in Bulawayo five years ago is set to return to the city on February 27 for a performance at the Hockey Stadium.Show organisers are optimi...Published: 11 Feb 2022 at 05:40hrs | | by Staff reporter
Oskido back at school
POPULAR Bulawayo-raised DJ and musician Oscar Sibonginkosi Mdlongwa aka Oskido has gone back to school after enrolling with the University of Pretoria in South Africa. Oskido shared the news o...Published: 07 Feb 2022 at 21:18hrs | | by Staff reporter
In Nkayi, pregnant women deliver in the dark
Lilian Mdlongwa, 19, a first-time mother from Manomano village, recalls how she almost lost her baby when she went into labour at Nkayi district hospital a month ago, when there was complete shutdown ...Published: 09 Jan 2022 at 06:06hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter
Brother kills sister over pap
A 27-year-old man suspected to be mentally ill, has been arrested on allegations of killing his sister after he was denied a third plate of sadza on Sunday night in Chiredzi.Jonathan Chiyitani...Published: 05 Jan 2022 at 05:50hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter
Sheep thief stoned to death in Gwanda
Police details in Gwanda have arrested Mayibongwe Nsingo (38), Thulani Mdlongwa (33), Likhwa Nsingo (20), Thobekani Nsingo (20) and Stanford Nsingo (44) in connection with a case of murder which occur...Published: 04 Jan 2022 at 11:26hrs | 5 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Big Zulu set to rock Bulawayo
The Boundary Bar and Restaurant in Bulawayo is the place to be today as the Imali Eningi hit-maker Big Zulu is set to perform at the bar.The South African star will touch down at Joshua Mqabuk...Published: 28 Dec 2021 at 07:08hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter
Cattle farmers must use proper stockfeed for livestock survival
CATTLE farmers in Matebeleland have been encouraged to use proper stockfeed for their livestock to ensure their survival, particularly during the dry season.Matabeleland South Provincial Veter...Published: 13 Dec 2021 at 07:06hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter
Police launch blitz on pirate kombis, taxis
POLICE in Bulawayo have launched a crackdown on pirate kombis and taxis commonly known as mshikashikas as the law enforcement agents continue to intensify the fight against violators of lockdown measu...Published: 15 Jul 2021 at 09:22hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Umahlekisa engage Carl Joshua Ncube
Umahlekisa Comedy Club in partnership with ingwebu Breweries have taken their comedy tourism drive to Umzigwane in Matabeleland south province where they host a show today that features award-winning ...Published: 30 May 2021 at 08:42hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Lumpy skin ravages Matabeleland livestock
WIDESPREAD cases of the lumpy skin disease have been reported in Matabeleland South and North provinces which has resulted in the death of livestock especially cattle.Lumpy skin is a viral dis...Published: 11 Apr 2021 at 06:15hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Eccentric Luveve man causes a stir
HE's mad! He's a genius! He's creepy. He's amazingly gifted!The unassuming Mathamsanqa Tshuma (67), a bachelor from Gwabalanda in Bulawayo, ...Published: 27 Feb 2021 at 08:29hrs | 1 | by Yvonne Ncube
Oskido's father buried
OPPOSITION stalwart and father of music legend Oscar "Oskido" Mdlongwa, Esaph Mdlongwa was buried in Bulawayo yesterday.MDC Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa and his MDC-T rival Thokozani Khupe b...Published: 19 Oct 2020 at 06:19hrs | | by Staff reporter
Mdlongwa burial today
THE late opposition MDC founding executive Esaph Mdlongwa, who succumbed to COVID-19 on Wednesday, is set to be buried today at Luveve cemetery in Bulawayo.Former MDC Bulawayo senator Rita Ndl...Published: 17 Oct 2020 at 16:22hrs | | by Staff reporter
Esaph Mdlongwa: Obituary from the General Secretary of the Zimbabwe Communist Party
I have learnt with a heavy heart the passing away of Comrade Esaph Mdlongwa, the founding Organising Secretary of the Movement for Democratic Change, a trade unionist and a former Member of Parliament...Published: 16 Oct 2020 at 11:39hrs | 4 | by Ngqabutho Nicholas Mabhena.
Restricted funeral wake and burial for Oskido's dad
THE family of the late Esaph Mdlongwa father to legendary music producer Oscar "Oskido" Mdlongwa has said only close family will be allowed to attend the funeral and burial of the late politician. ...Published: 16 Oct 2020 at 06:55hrs | | by Staff reporter
Oskido's father died from Covid-19
Legendary music producer Oscar 'Oskido' Mdlongwa on Thursday revealed that his father died from Covid-19.Esaph Mdlongwa, one of the founding leaders of the opposition Movement for Democratic C...Published: 15 Oct 2020 at 20:33hrs | | by Staff reporter
Oskido mourns his father Esaph Mdlongwa
South African based award winning artist Oskido has posted an obituary mourning his father Esaph Mdlongwa who passed away at Bulawayo's Mater Dei hospital on Thursday. ...Published: 15 Oct 2020 at 10:22hrs | | by Mandla Ndlovu
BREAKING: Oskido's father and MDC founder dies?
Unconfirmed reports reaching this reporter indicate that Esaph Mdlongwa, the founding member of the opposition Movement for Democratic Change (MDC) and the party's first organising secretary and is a ...Published: 14 Oct 2020 at 17:01hrs | 1 | by Mandla Ndlovu
10 South African Celebrities Who Are Actually Zimbabwean
The South African entertainment industry has been conquered by highly talented men and women, who have held their own in all the niches of the industry - from sports to the movie industry, to comedy a...Published: 05 Oct 2020 at 08:39hrs | 6 | by Staff Writer
Hubby torches property in infidelity row
A GWANDA woman has been left stranded after her husband set their property on fire on Sunday morning following a dispute over alleged infidelity. The man, Amos Phiri (37) from Matshetsheni are...Published: 23 Sep 2020 at 06:02hrs | | by Staff reporter
Freddie Gwala, Majalisa date Bulawayo
SOUTH Africa's yesteryear musician Freddie "Amadamara" Gwala makes a return to Zimbabwe during the festive season where he is expected to hold a show alongside disco queen, Patricia Majalisa, in Bulaw...Published: 03 Sep 2019 at 07:47hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
City fathers or city dealers at council chambers?
THERE is a wide and telling difference, just like the North and South Poles, in stature and charisma, between city councillors of old and the current generation of men and women in the council chamber...Published: 21 Jul 2019 at 10:06hrs | 7 | by Limukani Ncube
Controversy mars Bulawayo awards
South Africa-based musician Oscar Bonginkosi Mdlongwa, aka Oskido's, rejection of the Roil Bulawayo Arts Awards nomination has opened a can of worms amid revelations that another nominee had earlier o...Published: 02 Jun 2019 at 09:15hrs | | by Staff reporter
The life of Misheck Velaphi Ncube: Connecting the dots
ORBITUARYMisheck Velaphi Ncube was buried at the National Heroes Acre in Harare on May 9, 2019, a well-deserved recognition from the ruling party and the state for his contribution to the libe...Published: 26 May 2019 at 13:49hrs | | by Ernest Malandu, Vivian Siziba and Strike Mkandla
Misheck Velaphi Ncube Obituary: Connecting the Dots
Misheck Velaphi Ncube was buried at Heroes Acre in Harare on 9 May 2019, a well-deserved recognition from the ruling party and the state for his contribution to the liberation and independence of Zimb...Published: 19 May 2019 at 20:59hrs | 2 | by Iphithule Maphosa
Umalayitsha wins battle to recover impounded car
THE High Court has ordered police to release a South African registered kombi belonging to an umalayitsha which was impounded last year after it was found carrying a carcass of an alleged stolen beast...Published: 04 Apr 2019 at 06:50hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
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