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Vehicle rebate abuse: 34 convicted, 3 000 cases under probe
Authorities in Zimbabwe are investigating over 3,000 cases of alleged abuse of the civil servants vehicle rebate scheme, with 34 individuals already convicted. The government is intensifying its effor...Published: 15 hrs ago | 119 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's tax plan has informal traders tangled up
Mediline Sibanda opened her hairdressing business 13 years ago in Bulawayo's bustling central business district where she operates alongside other vendors and traders that are part of the country's th...Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 10:28hrs | 1690 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe lifts ban on cloven-hoofed animal imports from South Africa
The Red Meat Producers' Organisation (RPO) and Agricultural Business Chamber of South Africa (Agbiz) have welcomed Zimbabwe's recent move to lift the ban on the importation of cloven-hoofed animals an...Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 10:23hrs | 200 | by Staff reporter
Zhengzhou Bus suspends operations in Zimbabwe
Zhengzhou Bus has announced the suspension of its operations in Zimbabwe, effective from 14 January 2025. This decision comes as a significant blow to the country's public transport sector, with 98% o...Published: 14 Jan 2025 at 14:24hrs | 22517 | by Staff reporter
Truckload of Presidential Inputs vanishes in Tsholotsho
A truck carrying Presidential Input Scheme supplies intended for Ward Seven in Tsholotsho district, Matabeleland North, has gone missing, sparking suspicions of a diversion scam.An extension o...Published: 14 Jan 2025 at 14:07hrs | 298 | by Staff reporter
Prophet Magaya seek to stop 'fraudulent' Zifa elections
Yadah Stars Football Club president, Prophet Walter Magaya, has approached the High Court in a bid to halt the January 25 ZIFA elections. The urgent application will be heard this morning at 9 a.m. in...Published: 14 Jan 2025 at 14:02hrs | 121 | by Staff reporter
Chief Justice Malaba says democracy depends on public trust in courts
Zimbabwe's Chief Justice Luke Malaba has called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders to build public confidence in the judiciary, emphasizing this as essential for sustaining democracy and up...Published: 13 Jan 2025 at 17:26hrs | 622 | by Staff reporter
Red flag over SA food poisoning crisis
Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has intensified its vigilance on food safety following reports of food poisoning incidents in South Africa, where more than 20 children died and nearly 890 incidents of foo...Published: 13 Jan 2025 at 07:23hrs | 1033 | by Staff reporter
BCC seeks US$30 million for critical water projects
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) is grappling with a critical funding gap of approximately US$30 million needed to undertake essential water augmentation projects. Topping the list of priorities is the...Published: 13 Jan 2025 at 07:17hrs | 73 | by Staff reporter
Heavy rains and thunderstorms expected across Zimbabwe until January 21
The Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has forecast heavy rains and thunderstorms across much of Zimbabwe until January 21, warning of potential flooding in low-lying and flood-prone areas....Published: 12 Jan 2025 at 12:02hrs | 1202 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe safe from severe Tropical Storm Dikeledi
The Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has assured Zimbabweans that the country will not be affected by Severe Tropical Storm Dikeledi throughout the week of Friday, January 10 to Wednesday, Jan...Published: 11 Jan 2025 at 18:46hrs | 1202 | by Staff reporter
Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi's path and impact
Tropical Cyclone Dikeledi is advancing westward toward northern Madagascar, with its center located approximately 817 km (508 miles) north-northeast of Antananarivo as of January 11.Forecast m...Published: 11 Jan 2025 at 18:29hrs | 598 | by Staff reporter
Veteran accountant vows to bring ZIFA into accountability
Veteran Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) central region chairperson, Gilbert Saika has vowed to bring his experience and expertise on financial accoun...Published: 11 Jan 2025 at 14:22hrs | 992 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
RBZ unveils another 'looting scheme'
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has introduced the Targeted Finance Facility (TFF) with an aim to provide affordable credit to key productive sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, and mining....Published: 11 Jan 2025 at 08:20hrs | 1145 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's food crisis set to worsen
Zimbabwe is grappling with worsening food shortages as more than half the population faces hunger due to delayed rains and the ongoing effects of drought. The situation is expected to persist during t...Published: 05 Jan 2025 at 14:39hrs | 1104 | by Staff reporter
Zupco settles outstanding salaries
The Zimbabwe United Passengers Company (Zupco) has made significant progress in addressing its financial obligations to employees, paying three salary instalments in December 2024 as part of efforts t...Published: 05 Jan 2025 at 14:38hrs | 1846 | by Staff reporter
State of crops, livestock promising in Matabeleland
Farmers in Matabeleland South are optimistic about achieving a bumper harvest this year as crops are showing promising growth, and livestock conditions are gradually improving after last year's El NiĆ...Published: 05 Jan 2025 at 08:42hrs | 493 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean activist arrested, tortured over Mozambique protests
A local activist, Talent Rusere, was allegedly blindfolded and tortured following his arrest in connection with videos claiming that Zimbabweans voted in Mozambique's disputed October elections. Ruser...Published: 01 Jan 2025 at 10:21hrs | 2676 | by Staff reporter
Remembering Nkomo's crossover fame and shame
As the year ends, it is important to reflect on some silly incidents amongst fellow journalists and there is a need to visit how their actions impact on shaping perceptions or narratives amongst commu...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 15:45hrs | 1024 | by Leon Kachembere
Zimbabwe police investigate disciplinary camps
Police have launched an investigation into the growing number of disciplinary camps popping up across the country, with a focus on a camp named Matrix, which has raised significant concerns. The camp,...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:53hrs | 422 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe intensify crackdown on smuggling
Zimbabwe is intensifying its efforts to combat smuggling along its border with South Africa, in response to significant revenue losses reported due to syndicates operating in the area. The national an...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:39hrs | 77 | by Staff reporter
Armed robbers storm Choppies Supermarket in Bulawayo
A daring armed robbery unfolded on Saturday night at a Choppies Supermarket in Bulawayo's New Luveve suburb, leaving staff traumatised and injured.The robbers, armed with guns, struck just aft...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:34hrs | 149 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's highways: A deadly gamble for travelers
Zimbabwe's highways, once celebrated as vital connectors across the nation, have turned into perilous traps, claiming thousands of lives over the past decade. A spate of bus accidents has sparked a na...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:32hrs | 56 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe police warn against drunk driving
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a stern warning to drivers to refrain from drinking and driving during the festive season, a period typically associated with a spike in road traffic acci...Published: 29 Dec 2024 at 08:55hrs | 350 | by Staff reporter
Earthquakes shake Kariba area in Zimbabwe
A series of earthquakes struck the Kariba area earlier this week, causing widespread concern among residents but, fortunately, no reports of significant damage or casualties. The Zambezi River Authori...Published: 29 Dec 2024 at 08:49hrs | 667 | by Staff reporter
Clergy urges Mnangagwa, Sadc to act on Mozambique unrest
The Zimbabwe Council of Churches (ZCC) has called on President Emmerson Mnangagwa, in his capacity as chairperson of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), to leverage his position to enco...Published: 29 Dec 2024 at 08:46hrs | 323 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe moves towards modern prison reforms with introduction of parole system in 2025
In a progressive move aimed at aligning with global standards, Zimbabwe is set to introduce a parole system in 2025, signaling a shift in focus from punitive incarceration to rehabilitation and reinte...Published: 26 Dec 2024 at 17:11hrs | 800 | by Staff Reporter
SADC's compromised chairmanship failing the people of Mozambique
The recent elections held on October 9 in Mozambique have proven to be a significant turning point in the country's history, but not for the reasons the Southern African Development Community (SADC) w...Published: 26 Dec 2024 at 16:59hrs | 1236 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Chapo proclaimed president of Mozambique
Protests have broken out once again in Mozambique after the country's highest court confirmed that the ruling party candidate, Daniel Chapo, won October's disputed presidential election.Deadly...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 18:27hrs | 2394 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe police to use breathalysers this festive season
The Government, through the Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe (TSCZ), has procured new breathalysers to be deployed at police roadblocks as part of a festive season road safety initiative. The move a...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 05:42hrs | 108 | by Staff reporter
Zanu PF now devouring its children: they now smell like goats
Even in my normal senses, I never thought I would live this long to witness Zanu devouring its own children because they now smell and look like goats. I never thought the people of Mashonaland would ...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 01:03hrs | 764 | by Nomazulu Thata
Why Zimbabwe's push for youth entrepreneurship is misguided
The Zimbabwean government's recurring call for recent college graduates to become entrepreneurs instead of seeking employment is a glaring abdication of responsibility. In a country where mill...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 00:57hrs | 158 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe police urge parents to protect minors from alcohol abuse
As the country enters the festive season, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a stern warning to parents and guardians to be vigilant and prevent minors from consuming alcohol and other into...Published: 22 Dec 2024 at 10:43hrs | 58 | by Staff reporter
Over 50 roadblocks to combat festive season carnage
More than 50 roadblocks, manned by officers from multiple road safety agencies, have been established on Zimbabwe's major highways as part of a robust nationwide campaign to address speeding, the use ...Published: 22 Dec 2024 at 10:33hrs | 97 | by Staff reporter
Kariba Water levels critically low, expected to rise in 2025
Water levels in Lake Kariba, the world's largest man-made reservoir by volume, remain critically low but are forecast to rise early next year due to increased rainfall activity, according to the Zambe...Published: 22 Dec 2024 at 10:31hrs | 134 | by Staff reporter
Police arrest suspected cattle rustlers at Bulawayo abattoir
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has arrested three individuals in connection with a suspected stock theft case at an abattoir in Belmont, Bulawayo. The suspects were apprehended on December 17, 202...Published: 21 Dec 2024 at 08:43hrs | 201 | by Staff reporter
Zupco to import spare parts for 100 grounded buses
Zimbabwe United Passengers Company (Zupco) CEO George Chigora has revealed plans to import spare parts for 100 grounded buses, as the public transporter seeks to revitalize its fleet and improve servi...Published: 21 Dec 2024 at 08:26hrs | 226 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa threatens errant Ministers
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has issued a stern warning to cabinet ministers and senior officials, vowing "dire consequences" for those who fail to attend meetings or neglect their duties in 2025. The...Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 16:58hrs | 989 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa urges timely distribution of food aid amid drought
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has called for timely and efficient aid distribution to people facing food shortages resulting from an El Nino-induced drought."The timely delivery of f...Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 16:53hrs | 131 | by Staff reporter
Chido brings varied rains to Zimbabwe
Tropical Depression Chido brought widespread rainfall to Zimbabwe yesterday, with some areas experiencing heavy downpours exceeding 60mm. The system, which originated as a tropical cyclone, had alread...Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 16:40hrs | 193 | by Staff reporter
The rise of online entertainment: How slots are becoming a global phenomenon
In recent years, online entertainment has undergone a significant transformation. One area experiencing explosive growth is online gaming, particularly online slots. This evolution has redefined how p...Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 16:40hrs | 78 | by Staff Reporter
Zimbabwe police, Zimra deploy for festive season
As the festive season approaches, law enforcement agencies are gearing up for a significant deployment on the country's major roads to ensure compliance with traffic regulations. Senior police officer...Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 16:35hrs | 118 | by Staff reporter
Cyclone Chido wreaks havoc, Zimbabwe braces for Impact
Cyclone Chido, one of the strongest storms to hit Southern Africa in recent years, has caused widespread devastation in Mauritius, Madagascar, Mayotte, and Mozambique. The powerful cyclone, which made...Published: 17 Dec 2024 at 04:38hrs | 3317 | by Staff reporter
Kariba's usable storage drops to 2.89%
The water level at Kariba Lake has continued to show a general decline, with only minor fluctuations driven by rainfall in the lake and its immediate catchment area. As of December 11, 2024, the lake'...Published: 16 Dec 2024 at 13:09hrs | 2064 | by Staff reporter
'Weak' Chido to reach Zimbabwe on Tuesday
The Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has announced that Tropical Cyclone Chido is expected to reach Zimbabwe on Tuesday, December 17, 2024, after it weakened upon making landfall in Mozambique...Published: 16 Dec 2024 at 13:07hrs | 1617 | by Staff reporter
Cyclone Chido to bring heavy storms across Zimbabwe
Tropical Cyclone Chido is expected to make landfall in Zimbabwe today, the Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has announced. While the cyclone has weakened after moving west-southwestward over l...Published: 16 Dec 2024 at 10:35hrs | 4128 | by Staff reporter
Calls for humane and dignified approaches to migration management
Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage Minister, Kazembe Kazembe, has called for the adoption of alternative measures that prioritize the dignity and human rights of all individuals, regardless of their m...Published: 16 Dec 2024 at 10:31hrs | 97 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa says his councillors went bonkers once elected into office
Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) councillors have reportedly rejected a blueprint designed to promote transparency and curb corruption in local authorities, according to former party leader Nelson ...Published: 15 Dec 2024 at 09:21hrs | 1744 | by Staff reporter
Hailstorm hits Bulawayo as Cyclone Chido looms
Bulawayo was battered by a fierce hailstorm yesterday evening, with strong winds, lightning, and balls of ice carpeting the streets and open spaces. The storm, which lasted approximately 20 minutes be...Published: 15 Dec 2024 at 09:15hrs | 1681 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe authorities step up crackdown on smuggled goods
The Zimbabwean government has ramped up efforts to combat smuggling and the influx of counterfeit goods as part of a broader strategy to protect domestic industries and enhance their competitiveness....Published: 15 Dec 2024 at 09:11hrs | 438 | by Staff reporter
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