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Mozambique's Mondlane lodges appeal to annul vote in Zimbabwe constituency
Presidential candidate Venâncio Mondlane has lodged an appeal with the Mozambican Constitutional Council asking for the vote in the Zimbabwean constituency to be declared null and void, claiming that...Published: 7 hrs ago | 1100 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF official ordered to vacate Borrowdale shebeen
Pardon Chibamu, a senior Zanu-PF official, has been ordered by the Mashonaland E Magistrates Court to immediately vacate a Borrowdale home that he allegedly seized from a widow and turned into a shebe...Published: 20 Nov 2024 at 07:09hrs | 857 | by Staff reporter
Mambo Dhuterere's four-track EP goes viral
Renowned gospel music artist Darlington Mutseta, popularly known as Mambo Dhuterere, has unveiled his highly anticipated Extended Play (EP) titled Kudenga kuna Manuwere. The project, which features fo...Published: 20 Nov 2024 at 07:07hrs | 519 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe chiefs to receive bonuses raising controversy
In a move that is likely to spark debate, Zimbabwe's traditional chiefs are set to receive bonuses just two months after they were gifted twin-cab vehicles worth millions of dollars. The decision come...Published: 20 Nov 2024 at 06:58hrs | 344 | by Staff reporter
King Dalindyebo's wife quits EFF
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) has suffered another blow with the resignation of prominent member Nolubabalo "Babsie" Mcinga, who has stepped down from her position in the National Council of Pro...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 15:08hrs | 1085 | by Staff reporter
Former radio 2 DJ appeals for help
Former Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) Radio 2 presenter Simon Pashoma Ncube has made a public appeal for financial assistance to prominent businessman and tenderpreneur Wicknell Chivayo. The ...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 13:41hrs | 730 | by Staff reporter
Magistrate denies bail to cops accused of bribery
Two police officers caught on video allegedly taking bribes from kombis, pirate taxis, and public service vehicles have been denied bail by Harare magistrate Mrs. Marehwanazvo Gofa. The officers, Serg...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 08:30hrs | 149 | by Staff reporter
Sakhile lifts Zimbabwe's aspirations at world stage
Zimbabwe's Sakhile Dube left a lasting impression at the recently concluded Miss Universe pageant in Mexico, finishing among the top 30 contestants. Despite falling short of the top 12, her journey ca...Published: 18 Nov 2024 at 15:02hrs | 121 | by Staff reporter
Change will not come from participating in more rigged elections, protests, etc. We have been down all these rabbit holes
"Winds of change don't blow automatically: Zimbabweans need to fearlessly stand up against oppression," argued Tendai Ruben Mbofana in his blog, mbofanatendairuben.news.blog. "In recent y...Published: 16 Nov 2024 at 20:28hrs | 1073 | by Wilbert Mukori
So, when will the UN hold a Summit on democracy and human rights?
As world leaders make their way back to their respective countries after the COP29 Climate Change Summit in Baku, Azerbaijan, one can't help but ask: when will the United Nations (UN) hold a summit de...Published: 16 Nov 2024 at 20:22hrs | 286 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Why Botswana's shift has Zimbabwe's Zanu-PF on edge
As the region and the continent at large continue to digest the outcome of the recent Botswana elections and their ramifications reverberate across borders, a bigger debate is unfolding on the changin...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 14:39hrs | 1225 | by Ntibinyane Ntibinyane
Ex-NatPharm manager wins US$1m suit for unfair dismissal
In a landmark ruling, the High Court has ordered the National Pharmaceutical Company of Zimbabwe (NatPharm) to pay its former procurement manager, Raguel Mthombeni, nearly US$1 million for his unfair ...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 14:32hrs | 403 | by Staff reporter
Floods warning in Bulawayo
In preparation for the rainy season, Bulawayo's Civil Protection Unit, in collaboration with several civic society groups, has launched an awareness campaign aimed at educating residents on flood safe...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 13:46hrs | 744 | by Staff reporter
Plundering of Zimbabwe's minerals stalling a just energy transition in fighting climate change
In his address at a High-Level Meeting on Resourcing the Energy Transition with Justice and Equity, held on the sidelines of COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan, Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa delivere...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 12:37hrs | 157 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
SEEDCO, ZRP warn culprits distributing counterfeit seeds
In the wake of 2024/25 farming season, certified seeds distribution and supply giant, SEEDCO Limited has joined hands with Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) to thwart incidences of illegal selling of cou...Published: 13 Nov 2024 at 22:15hrs | 1027 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
ZESA singlehandedly destroying Zimbabwe: The shocking truth behind the power crisis
In Zimbabwe, there is a harsh reality that every citizen faces: power outages, or "load shedding," are an almost daily occurrence. Power cuts, sometimes lasting up to 18 hours, have become the...Published: 12 Nov 2024 at 21:07hrs | 3568 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Remembering Holy Messenger Margaret Mukosi
We bow our heads in reverence, honouring the extraordinary life of Holy Messenger Margaret "Maggie" Mukosi (née Mpofu) who passed on this 23rd of October 2024. Born on the 5th of March 1936 in Shurug...Published: 12 Nov 2024 at 20:55hrs | 1531 | by Mpumelelo Ncube
The greatest tragedy to Zimbabwe was the hijacking of its liberation struggle
Yesterday, I received a heart-wrenching message from a former combatant of Zimbabwe's liberation struggle, now residing in South Africa. His words, laced with pain and disillusionment, will fo...Published: 12 Nov 2024 at 20:50hrs | 1320 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Mnangagwa dishes out another State funeral assistance
President Dr. Emmerson Mnangagwa expressed his shock and sadness over the sudden passing of prominent politician and gender activist, Mrs. Lilian Timveos, in a condolence message released on Monday, 1...Published: 11 Nov 2024 at 15:30hrs | 1882 | by Staff reporter
US ambassador to Zimbabwe moans over CIO tails
United States (US) Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Pamela Tremont, has reportedly raised concerns with the Zimbabwean government over alleged state surveillance of her activities, signaling a deepening of ten...Published: 11 Nov 2024 at 07:14hrs | 2060 | by Staff reporter
'Bulawayo councillors ditching residents for their political parties'
Bulawayo residents have expressed growing frustration with city councillors, accusing them of prioritizing their political party agendas over the needs of the people who voted them into office during ...Published: 11 Nov 2024 at 07:09hrs | 375 | by Staff reporter
Public feud erupts on X between Penny Lebyane and Ali Naka
Media personality Penny Lebyane has taken to social media platform X (formerly Twitter) to vent frustration at political commentator Ali Naka in a series of pointed posts, sparking a public feud that ...Published: 10 Nov 2024 at 17:31hrs | 1417 | by Staff reporter
Lies will not do anyone any good
LIES have very short legs. The recent malicious reports that Zanu-PF had a hand to play in the South African, Mozambique and Botswana elections are ridiculous and laughable at the very least. There is...Published: 10 Nov 2024 at 10:50hrs | 136 | by Dr Obert Moses Mpofu
Zimbabwe secures US$1,5bn for dams, irrigation and power projects
Zimbabwe has successfully raised over US$1.5 billion in funding to advance major dam projects across the country, including Musami Dam, which will supply water to the developing capital city in Mt Ham...Published: 10 Nov 2024 at 10:45hrs | 207 | by Staff reporter
Julius Malema's EFF implodes
South Africa's radical opposition party, the Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF), appears to be on a downward spiral after another high-profile member defected to ex-President Jacob Zuma's party.D...Published: 09 Nov 2024 at 20:43hrs | 2171 | by Staff reporter
'Botswana is a signal,' says Chamisa
Former Citizens' Coalition for Change (CCC) president Nelson Chamisa has praised the democratic transition in Botswana, describing it as a "signal" that change is sweeping through Southern Africa. Cha...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 19:58hrs | 1776 | by Staff reporter
South Africans lost R1 billion to digital banking fraud
Money lost by South Africans to digital banking fraud increased from R735,000 in 2022 to R1.1 billion in 2023 - a 47% increase.This is according to the South African Banking Risk Centre's (Sab...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 16:33hrs | 628 | by Staff reporter
Bank card fraud chaos in South Africa
In 2023, card-not-present (CNP) fraud accounted for over 68% of all card fraud committed in South Africa, costing citizens over R700 million.This is according to the South African Banking Risk...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 16:31hrs | 2226 | by Staff reporter
Siya Kolisi Splits with Wife
Springbok captain Siya Kolisi and his wife Rachel have blown the final whistle on their eight-year marriage, a love story that's had South Africa cheering from the stands. On 22 October, the coupl...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 14:16hrs | 713 | by Staff Reporter
Donald Trump's bold plan to dismantle the 'Deep State'
In a sweeping statement, former President Donald Trump has outlined his comprehensive plan to dismantle what he refers to as the "Deep State," a term he uses to describe the entrenched bureaucratic ap...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 07:56hrs | 1655 | by Staff reporter
Humanity is moving away from hegemony towards multipolarity
The world needs Russia and there is nothing Washington or Brussels can do about it, President Vladimir Putin told the Valdai Forum on Thursday. America and its allies are simply trying to go against t...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 07:41hrs | 396 | by Staff reporter
Fraudulent sale of houses high in Bulawayo
A growing number of fraudulent property sales in Bulawayo is raising alarm among residents, with many unsuspecting home-seekers falling victim to scammers. Reports indicate that the city's courts are ...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 07:06hrs | 1674 | by Staff reporter
15 years for raping commercial sex worker
A 30-year-old man from Sojini Village in Mbembesi, Umguza District, has been sentenced to 18 years in prison for raping a commercial sex worker. Gracious Lamula was convicted by Bulawayo regional magi...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 06:58hrs | 260 | by Staff reporter
Dr. Arikana Chihombori: the unsung heroine of Africa
She will never get recognition in Zimbabwe. Zimbabwean women have no vocabulary to appraise Dr. Chohombori breaking the glass-ceiling. The inner jealousy and the inherent envy among us women are so ev...Published: 07 Nov 2024 at 12:52hrs | 379 | by Nomazulu Thata
Chamisa congratulates Donald Trump on U.S. election victory
Nelson Chamisa, former leader of Zimbabwe's opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), has extended his congratulations to Donald Trump on his election as the 47th President of the United States....Published: 07 Nov 2024 at 12:41hrs | 790 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe ready to work with Donald Trump
Zimbabwe is prepared to strengthen its relationship with the United States and work together towards a more peaceful and prosperous world, President Emmerson Mnangagwa announced in a congratulatory me...Published: 07 Nov 2024 at 07:01hrs | 288 | by Staff reporter
Trump election win plunges Ukraine war into uncertainty
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy heaped praise on Donald Trump on Wednesday, as apparent victory for the Republican candidate who has criticised U.S. backing for Kyiv plunged the future of its ...Published: 06 Nov 2024 at 14:51hrs | 839 | by Staff reporter
Why Kamala Harris Lost and How Donald Trump Won: A Deep Analysis of the 2024 US Election
Today I am mourning, but this too shall favour me - Donald Trump's victory and Kamala Harris's loss carry lessons for us all. She joined the race just 107 days ago, facing a former president who began...Published: 06 Nov 2024 at 12:43hrs | 1718 | by Ifeanyi Abraham
Kamala Harris still in shock as Trump declares victory
Accompanied by his family and his pick for vice-president, JD Vance, Donald Trump told supporters in West Palm Beach on Wednesday morning: "This will truly be the golden age of America - that's what w...Published: 06 Nov 2024 at 10:52hrs | 2085 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa congratulates Donald Trump
President Mnangagwa has joined world leaders in congratulating Donald Trump after he declared victory in the US presidential election. The President posted the message on his Twitter account h...Published: 06 Nov 2024 at 09:36hrs | 2398 | by Staff reporter
The criticism of the Bosso supporters boycott by Jaravaza is myopic
The recent discourse surrounding the Highlanders Football Club supporters' boycott of games has engendered a cacophony of opinions, yet none are as misguided as the assertion that this boycott is orch...Published: 05 Nov 2024 at 14:41hrs | 609 | by Ezra Tshisa
The criticism of the Bosso supporters boycott is myopic
The recent discourse surrounding the Highlanders Football Club supporters' boycott of games has engendered a cacophony of opinions, yet none are as misguided as the assertion that this boycott is orch...Published: 05 Nov 2024 at 10:35hrs | 981 | by Ezra Tshisa Sibanda
Chiwenga's name gets trucker in trouble
A truck driver, Cosmas Kazuzu, faces serious legal troubles after allegedly threatening Douglas Zimbango, the chief executive officer of the Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Company (ZCDC), demanding the...Published: 05 Nov 2024 at 08:23hrs | 3053 | by Staff reporter
The cancel culture is misogynistic. Mokoena must be silenced by Zanu PF!
The political culture of South Africa is not interchangeable with that of Zimbabwean political landscape. These two countries are different even in the processes of gaining their political independenc...Published: 04 Nov 2024 at 22:51hrs | 878 | by Nomazulu Thata
Mnangagwa mourns Pathisa Nyathi, but....
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has expressed profound sorrow following the passing of revered historian and educationist Pathisa Nyathi, describing his death as an irreplaceable loss to Zimbabwe's cultu...Published: 04 Nov 2024 at 15:48hrs | 1712 | by Staff reporter
Botswana polls: Lessons for Zimbabwe
DUMA Boko began his reign as Botswana's sixth President on Friday, ending the 58-year reign of the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP).Boko's Umbrella for Democratic Change (UDC) swept to power wi...Published: 04 Nov 2024 at 06:48hrs | 500 | by Staff reporter
Bonuses for civil servants will be paid starting Friday next week
Starting Friday next week, Zimbabwean public sector employees will begin receiving their 2024 annual bonuses, with the first 50 percent instalment to be paid alongside November salaries and the remain...Published: 03 Nov 2024 at 10:05hrs | 1415 | by Staff reporter
Mental exam for 'prophet' who had a message for Grace Mugabe
A man claiming to have the power of prophecy was arrested after demanding to see former first lady Grace Mugabe at her Blue Roof residence in Borrowdale Brooke in Harare, a court heard on Thursday....Published: 02 Nov 2024 at 12:03hrs | 2023 | by Staff reporter
British Lord lampoons Zimbabwe for congratulating Botswana's opposition
In a scathing response, Lord Jonathan Oates, a member of the United Kingdom's House of Lords, has condemned Zimbabwean government spokesperson Ndabaningi Mangwana for congratulating Botswana's opposit...Published: 02 Nov 2024 at 08:49hrs | 2621 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa overjoyed by Botswana's UDC election victory
Botswana's recent electoral shift has drawn praise from former Zimbabwean opposition leader Nelson Chamisa, who commended the country's outgoing president, Mokgweetsi Masisi, for his concession and sm...Published: 02 Nov 2024 at 08:46hrs | 1071 | by Staff reporter
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