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Mnangagwa challenges miners to embrace innovation
President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday urged the mining industry to leverage technology and innovation to enhance operations and productivity. Speaking at the Chamber of Mines Zimbabwe 2024 annual min...Published: 31 May 2024 at 21:17hrs | 40 | by Staff reporter
Grace Mugabe's workers claims that property were gifts
During their bail application before Harare magistrate Marehwanazvo Gofa, two of the four men arrested for allegedly stealing property from Grace Mugabe's Blue Roof mansion in Borrowdale, Harare, clai...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:41hrs | 333 | by Staff reporter
Jacob Mudenda reverses Chamisa linked CCC appointments
The Speaker of the National Assembly, Advocate Jacob Mudenda, has revoked the appointments of legislators from the CCC to various parliamentary committees. This decision comes after it was observed th...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:29hrs | 279 | by Staff reporter
Nigerian billionaire Zimbabwe deals falter amid capital problems
WITH the help of Zimbabwean authorities who supported him amass platinum, gold, lithium, iron ore, tin and some rare earth mineral concessions, it first appeared like he was going far.At some poin...Published: 28 May 2024 at 12:46hrs | 605 | by Staff reporter
What the CIA really thought about Mugabe and other African leaders
One was "highly emotional", another prone to "erratic personal behaviour", and one was said to have quite impressive intellectual and political skills.Those were some of the frank assessments ...Published: 28 May 2024 at 11:52hrs | 1524 | by Staff reporter
4 workers steal US$500,000 cutlery from Mugabe's Blue Roof home
Four men who were employed by former first lady, Grace Mugabe have appeared in court accused of stealing household property and cutlery worth an estimated US$500,000 from ex-President Robert Mugabe's ...Published: 28 May 2024 at 11:17hrs | 908 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa caught between words and wallet
In a scene reminiscent of a political satire, President Emmerson Mnangagwa found himself amidst a whirlwind of irony during a recent event at Nhakiwa Vocational Training Centre in Uzumba, where he lau...Published: 28 May 2024 at 09:53hrs | 338 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF not moved by Chamisa's 'sensationalist politics'
Political parties and analysts have criticized former CCC leader, Mr. Nelson Chamisa's appeals to the Southern African Development Community (Sadc) to invalidate the August 23, 2023 election results, ...Published: 28 May 2024 at 09:48hrs | 136 | by Staff reporter
Matemadanda vies for war vets chairmanship
Victor Matemadanda, the outgoing Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) secretary general, has emerged as a leading candidate for the chairmanship position.Matemadanda,...Published: 28 May 2024 at 09:43hrs | 228 | by Staff reporter
Starlink to Boost Zimbabwe's Digital Economy
In a welcome move on Africa Day, President Emmerson Mnangagwa announced the approval of Starlink's licensing by Potraz, a development that is set to significantly enhance Zimbabwe's digital economy. ...Published: 27 May 2024 at 21:30hrs | 408 | by Tonderai Ndoro
Mutsvangwas are dummy sucking cry babies!
It is intriguing to see how loud the cruel and oppressive wail when they are given the taste of their own medicine.We have seen the tears of the savagery late President of Zimbabwe, Robert Mug...Published: 27 May 2024 at 20:03hrs | 896 | by Israel Dube
Africa's future lies in its own hands
President E.D. Mnangagwa's advice that Africans should utilize their own resources to sustain their livelihoods and avoid relying on foreign aid is a wise and timely move that all Africans should embr...Published: 27 May 2024 at 19:59hrs | 65 | by Tonderai Ndoro
Youth Service Zimbabwe: A beacon of hope for empowering young generations
As the United Kingdom considers reviving mandatory national service, Zimbabwe has taken a proactive step towards empowering its youth. On Friday, President Mnangagwa launched the Youth Service...Published: 27 May 2024 at 19:55hrs | 136 | by Tonderai Ndoro
Chamisa bounces back
OPPOSITION leader Nelson Chamisa continues to apply pressure on SADC, nine months after last year’s chaotic general elections, revealing in a Monday statement that the regional body is giving the ma...Published: 27 May 2024 at 17:19hrs | 1768 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe authorities mix charm with force to shore up ZiG
THE introduction of the world's newest currency in April inspired a reggae artist to record a song praising the ZiG, or Zimbabwe Gold.The catchy tune, titled "Zig Mari," received generous play...Published: 27 May 2024 at 09:56hrs | 539 | by Associated Press
Mnangagwa brings back 'Green Bombers'
President Emmerson Mnangagwa officially reinstated the National Youth Service (NYS) program yesterday, encouraging young people to embrace the controversial initiative, which he portrayed as a continu...Published: 25 May 2024 at 11:54hrs | 229 | by Staff reporter
30 000 expected at Youth Service launch in UMP
At least 30,000 youths are expected to attend the launch of the new Youth Service Zimbabwe (YSZ) by President Mnangagwa in Uzumba-Maramba-PFungwe, Mashonaland East province, today.The Youth Se...Published: 24 May 2024 at 08:28hrs | 135 | by Staff reporter
ZiG to join global currency club with ISO Code
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) is in the process of applying for an International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) code for the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) as it moves to make the unit a standalone ...Published: 23 May 2024 at 19:25hrs | 2318 | by Tafara Shumba
Obert Mpofu rallies Zimbabweans to embrace patriotism for national development
Members of the League of Patriots paid a courtesy call on the Secretary General of ZANU PF, Obert Mpofu, who emphasized the importance of patriotism, diligence, and hard work in building a strong nati...Published: 23 May 2024 at 09:17hrs | 187 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Mnangagwa to launch Youth Service in Zimbabwe programme
President Emmerson Mnangagwa is set to launch the Youth Service in Zimbabwe at the Nhakiwa Vocational Training Centre in Uzumba Maramba Pfungwe District in Mashonaland East Province on Friday, 24 May....Published: 22 May 2024 at 11:17hrs | 622 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe ex-diplomat in fraud storm
Shamiso Fred, a former honorary diplomat to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), faces legal action for allegedly defrauding Zimbabweans living abroad in what is suspected to be a Ponzi scheme.Arou...Published: 22 May 2024 at 09:59hrs | 357 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabweans are distraught by financial trauma
GOOD day, President Emmerson Mnangagwa.Your Excellency, as I see it, Zimbabweans are emotionally drained. They are overwhelmed by the severity of deprivation caused by the collapse of currenci...Published: 22 May 2024 at 09:52hrs | 201 | by Cyprian Muketiwa Ndawana
Sophie Ndaba opens up about Zimbabwean roots
Popular South African actress Sophie Ndaba was in Bulawayo this past weekend where she graced the Esteemed Business Women conference held at Lavinia Gardens. The event, which attracted top off...Published: 22 May 2024 at 09:50hrs | 1178 | by Staff reporter
'Embrace ZiG to bring stability'
Vice President Kembo Mohadi recently emphasized the importance of collective effort in embracing the ZiG currency, stating that it will contribute to a smoother transition towards a more stable econom...Published: 22 May 2024 at 09:42hrs | 94 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe to start gold-tracing system in bid to curb smuggling
Zimbabwe's sole authorized buyer of gold will introduce a system that traces supply of the metal from mines to the market in a bid to stop smuggling.Fidelity Gold Refinery's initiative will st...Published: 21 May 2024 at 08:29hrs | 370 | by Staff reporter
Discover Binga: A hidden gem with Kabila River Lodge and Enchanting Hot Springs
Nestled in the heart of Binga, in Zimbabwe's Matabeleland North Province, lies a pristine destination waiting to be discovered: Kabila River Lodge. This true gem for nature enthusiasts, adventure seek...Published: 20 May 2024 at 18:59hrs | 606 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
Water Witch Mine: Leading Zimbabwe's mining sector into the future
In the heart of Matabeleland North Province, a remarkable transformation is underway at the Water Witch Mine. Once emblematic of informal, small-scale mining, Water Witch now stands tall as a beacon o...Published: 20 May 2024 at 17:19hrs | 458 | by Mandla Ndlovu
ICC chief prosecutor seeks arrest warrant for Netanyahu
The chief prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has applied for arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Hamas's leader in Gaza, Yahya Sinwar, for war crimes....Published: 20 May 2024 at 16:31hrs | 259 | by Staff reporter
A sports psychologist's guide to player celebration
Celebrating success is not only a joyous part of a sport, but it is an integral component. Whether a player scores a goal or a team wins the match, those moments of victory need to be recognized and e...Published: 20 May 2024 at 09:33hrs | 86 | by Staff Reporter
Emganwini woman in oxygen appeal
A 41-YEAR-OLD woman, Doreen Dlodlo, from Emganwini in Bulawayo is appealing for US$600 to purchase an oxygen concentrator to help save her lungs from collapsing."I was diagnosed with the disea...Published: 20 May 2024 at 08:14hrs | 184 | by Staff reporter
Sakhile Dube lands Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2024
Sakhile Dube has been crowned Miss Universe Zimbabwe after several near-misses.Sakhile emerged victorious over 17 contestants at a glamorous event held in Harare over the weekend.Her n...Published: 20 May 2024 at 07:40hrs | 261 | by Staff reporter
Grace Mugabe warms up to Mnangagwa
THE last time former first lady Grace Mugabe made a public statement was on November 5, 2017 at Rufaro Stadium in Harare.At an event dubbed "Super Sunday" in some quarters, she gathered thousa...Published: 19 May 2024 at 12:40hrs | 3728 | by Staff reporter
Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe appoints tainted Mpofu
TRUST, confidence and credibility of the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has been put at stake after the new central bank governor John Mushayavanhu appointed tainted banker Morris Bekezela Mpofu as hi...Published: 19 May 2024 at 11:54hrs | 917 | by Staff reporter
Zanufication of the ANC on
AS South African general elections approach, the country's governing ANC is increasingly undergoing a further Zanufication process as it openly accepts offers of help from Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu-PF wh...Published: 19 May 2024 at 11:52hrs | 322 | by Staff reporter
Africans of the world, unite
UNITING this great continent called Africa is of paramount importance. Perhaps more than that, it has always been crucial that the people of this continent flourish beyond measure. This is ver...Published: 19 May 2024 at 10:47hrs | 57 | by Dr Obert Mpofu
Grace Mugabe's son in trouble with the law
Russel Goreraza, the son of Zimbabwe's former first lady, Grace Mugabe, has found himself in legal trouble for failing to make maintenance payments for his child.Goreraza, aged 40, is currentl...Published: 18 May 2024 at 11:13hrs | 3173 | by Staff reporter
SADC Summit exposes Mnangagwa regime incompetence
There is usually nothing out of the ordinary when countries hosting major international events spruce up their existing infrastructure or even construct completely new ones.As a matter of fact...Published: 17 May 2024 at 17:17hrs | 1046 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Why is Zanu-PF opening branches and office in South Africa?
Out of all liberation parties in Africa, Zanu PF is the only one that is opening offices and branches in all major South African cities and beyond. For an independent country like Zimbabwe, an embassy...Published: 17 May 2024 at 13:45hrs | 215 | by Israel Dube
Wicknell is bumping with the big boys
HE dropped out of school just before he turned 15 and went straight into employment as a wages clerk for a bus company, when, around 1997, he could barely read or write— let alone manage company rec...Published: 16 Apr 2024 at 19:15hrs | 936 | by Staff reporter
ZiG needs to be backed by RBZ discipline
According to the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ), a structured currency is a currency that is pegged to a specific exchange rate or currency basket and backed by a bundle of foreign exchange assets lik...Published: 16 Apr 2024 at 18:04hrs | 193 | by Zimbabwe Coalition on Debt and Development
RBZ governor to unpack MPS in Bulawayo
The Zimbabwe Independent, in partnership with the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ), will tomorrow host an event in Bulawayo to unpack the 2024 Monetary Policy Statement (MPS).Other partners incl...Published: 16 Apr 2024 at 07:58hrs | 792 | by Staff reporter
High food assistance needs imminent, says USAid
Governments, stakeholders and humanitarian partners should brace for sustained high food assistance needs and potential emergency levels of food insecurity in Zimbabwe and other deficit-producing sout...Published: 16 Apr 2024 at 07:56hrs | 49 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo Business Network Launches Campaign to Promote ZiG Currency in Zimbabwe
In a significant stride towards economic empowerment and financial sustainability, Bulawayo Business Network (BBN) has officially launched a campaign aimed at promoting the newly introduced Zimbabwe G...Published: 15 Apr 2024 at 17:00hrs | 448 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Smith & apartheid regimes were angels compared to 44-Year-Old 'independent' Zimbabwe
Talking in terms of segregation, oppression and savagery towards those considered as foreigners or political undesirables, no present or past government in Southern Africa matches the black Shona supr...Published: 15 Apr 2024 at 15:56hrs | 653 | by Israel Dube
African countries assisted South African independence; payback is Xenophobic actions: blacks on blacks' violence
I quote from Byo24: Former ANC MP and Abantu Batho Congress Councilor in eThekwini, Makhosi Khoza, says South African natives have been shortchanged. Close quote. This is a statement that could cause ...Published: 14 Apr 2024 at 18:55hrs | 1946 | by Nomazulu Thata
Fitness enthusiast Ms Waist causes a stir on social media
Ms Waist is a trending fitness enthusiast who has taken social media by storm. Her slim waist and well toned body has left many drooling at the results of a strict fitness regiment implemented by Ms W...Published: 13 Apr 2024 at 17:24hrs | 2500 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Mr. Mnangagwa, fighting for independence doesn’t give you the right to oppress us!
He never tires reminding us!Zimbabwe's independence was fought for in a protected liberation struggle where thousands of innocent lives were lost.It was never given on a silver platter...Published: 13 Apr 2024 at 16:28hrs | 629 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Mnangagwa wants Zimbabweans to 'embrace, defend the ZiG'
Sustainable economic development can only be achieved through the use of a local currency which will stimulate economic growth and guarantee stability, President Mnangagwa has said.This follow...Published: 12 Apr 2024 at 09:47hrs | 377 | by Staff reporter
GMAZ endorses ZiG currency...boosts market sentiment
The Grain Millers Association of Zimbabwe (GMAZ) has become the first business organization to fully embrace and support the newly launched ZiG (Zimbabwe Gold) currency. This development has instilled...Published: 11 Apr 2024 at 12:04hrs | 2162 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Mthuli Ncube summoned over ZiG
FINANCE minister Mthuli Ncube has been summoned to Parliament to explain how the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency introduced on Friday will work.Legislators also want Ncube to amend the Finance Ac...Published: 11 Apr 2024 at 08:45hrs | 1774 | by Staff reporter
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