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Climate finance and mismanagement in Zimbabwe: Bridging the gap between promises and accountability
As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, financial commitments to support developing nations in climate change mitigation and adaptation have taken center stage in international negot...Published: 13 hrs ago | 104 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
'ANC MPs acted unlawfully on Ramaphosa's Phala Phala'
ANC MPs broke the law when they voted against holding President Cyril Ramaphosa accountable for failing to report the theft of millions of rand in undeclared foreign currency in his Phala Phala farm....Published: 17 hrs ago | 263 | by Staff reporter
Man stabs wife after divorce threat
A 35-year-old man from Mazowe, Lucky Fero, is facing attempted murder charges after allegedly stabbing his wife, Faith Manyasha (26), three times on the head and assaulting her with a burning log foll...Published: 21 hrs ago | 268 | by Staff reporter
Chinese debt threatens to switch off Zimbabwe's Hwange
Zimbabwe's industrial sector is on edge this week as concerns grow over the future of the Hwange Thermal Power Station, a critical asset for the country's beleaguered power grid. With power utility Ze...Published: 21 hrs ago | 4727 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's tobacco sector showing signs of robust recovery
Zimbabwe's tobacco sector is showing signs of a robust recovery, with an 8% increase in registered growers for the 2024/2025 summer cropping season. As of November 15, 2024, 120,983 farmers have regis...Published: 21 hrs ago | 21 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean goalkeeper wins 4th man-of-the-match prize in Carling Cup
Zimbabwean goalkeeper Elvis Chipezeze has played down his individual success in the Carling Cup, insisting that bringing joy to Magesi FC fans outweighs the R400,000 he earned from four Man of the Mat...Published: 23 Nov 2024 at 19:22hrs | 4069 | by Staff reporter
Is Auxillia Mnangagwa's 'philanthropic work' confirmation of her husband's abysmal failures to govern Zimbabwe?
Two days ago, Zimbabwe's First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management from the Midlands State University (MSU).This ac...Published: 23 Nov 2024 at 12:54hrs | 102 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Matsika's bid for Croco Motors hits final legal roadblock
Businessman Farai Matsika's prolonged legal battle to claim shareholding in Croco Motors has reached a conclusive end, with the High Court striking his latest case off the roll. This marks the latest ...Published: 23 Nov 2024 at 12:46hrs | 215 | by Staff reporter
Construction thrives in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe's construction sector is on the rebound despite the effects of currency volatility and an uncertain monetary policy framework.Piniel Mkushi, chairman of Cafca - the only cable manufac...Published: 22 Nov 2024 at 17:18hrs | 1677 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo residents demand transparency on Dutch water utility deal
Concerns are growing among Bulawayo residents over the involvement of the Dutch water utility company Vitens Evides International (VEI) in managing the city's water and sanitation services, with many ...Published: 22 Nov 2024 at 09:00hrs | 327 | by Staff reporter
Farmers face fines for diverting agric inputs
The Agricultural Marketing Authority (Ama) has expressed serious concern over the rising cases of input abuse and side marketing, issuing a stern warning to farmers caught misusing government-distribu...Published: 22 Nov 2024 at 07:11hrs | 100 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF flagged for partisan distribution of food, agric inputs
A Zimbabwean election watchdog has raised serious concerns over the alleged politically motivated distribution of agricultural inputs, accusing the ruling Zanu-PF party of favoring its supporters duri...Published: 22 Nov 2024 at 07:10hrs | 57 | by Staff reporter
Women urged to join feed and fodder production
Zimbabwean women have been urged to join the feed and fodder sector to improve productivity, widen untapped market and arrest impacts of climate cha...Published: 21 Nov 2024 at 20:28hrs | 254 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Let us use sports to come together
Around 1300 hours on November 19, 2024, I fought my way from store to store in order to obtain a football ticket so that I could attend an Afcon match between South Sudan and the home team, Bafana Baf...Published: 21 Nov 2024 at 14:29hrs | 172 | by Leonard Koni
Christopher Dube urges Bulawayo residents to help identify his successor
Bulawayo Town Clerk Christopher Dube has called on residents to play an active role in selecting his successor as his extended term nears its end. Speaking at a Water Indaba hosted by the Matabeleland...Published: 21 Nov 2024 at 13:03hrs | 886 | by Staff reporter
5MW plant commissioned at Mutirikwi Dam
A major step forward in Zimbabwe's energy sector was made on Saturday with the commissioning of a five-megawatt hydropower project at Mutirikwi Dam. The plant, a collaboration between local and foreig...Published: 21 Nov 2024 at 06:30hrs | 299 | by Staff reporter
Africa needs to improve internet connectivity
Zimbabwe's internet connectivity rate has reached an impressive 78%, far surpassing the African continent's average, which stands below 50%, according to Minister of Information and Communication Tech...Published: 21 Nov 2024 at 06:29hrs | 60 | by Staff reporter
Mohadi, CCC MP in ugly funeral bust-up
A funeral in Beitbridge turned tense on Monday when two lawmakers, Senator Tambudzani Mohadi (Zanu-PF) and Sithabisiwe Mulowa (Citizens Coalition for Change, CCC), engaged in a heated exchange at the ...Published: 21 Nov 2024 at 06:27hrs | 1596 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe loses 18% of its energy
Zimbabwe's Energy and Power Development Minister Edgar Moyo has called for urgent upgrades to the country's grid network to address the unacceptable 18% energy loss rate, significantly higher than the...Published: 20 Nov 2024 at 07:01hrs | 251 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa ally in land grab storm
A prominent ally of President Emmerson Mnangagwa and a senior Zanu-PF official, Voyage Dhambuza, has appeared in court on charges of land grabbing and unlawfully allocating council land to homeseekers...Published: 20 Nov 2024 at 06:58hrs | 325 | 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 | 353 | by Staff reporter
Replace unsafe Honda Fits with Kombis
Stakeholders within Zimbabwe's transport sector are advocating for the government to implement a budgetary support scheme aimed at encouraging small operators to exchange their unsafe, unregistered ta...Published: 20 Nov 2024 at 06:51hrs | 364 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe police arrest 1,000 cybercriminals
At least 1,000 cybercriminals, including 29 from Zimbabwe, have been arrested in recent multinational operations conducted by the International Criminal Police Organisation (Interpol) across Africa. O...Published: 20 Nov 2024 at 06:46hrs | 305 | by Staff reporter
Controversial offside spoils Zimbabwe Warriors fightback
Cameroon 2 - 1 ZimbabweZimbabwe's Warriors suffered a heartbreaking 2-1 defeat to Cameroon in their final 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) Group J qualifier at the Ahmadou Ahidjo Stadium in Yaou...Published: 20 Nov 2024 at 06:42hrs | 639 | by Staff reporter
Wife physically abuses hubby over food
A 45-year-old woman from Hwange has been sentenced to 12 months in prison after physically assaulting her husband during a dispute over food. The woman, who was not named, used kitchen utensils, inclu...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 15:53hrs | 1078 | by Staff reporter
Sibling rivalry turns deadly serious
A 40-year-old man from Gweru has been sentenced to four months in prison after threatening his brother with a knife and physically assaulting him in an altercation at their parents' home.The i...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 15:52hrs | 1003 | by Staff reporter
Goat production gains traction in drought-hit Zimbabwe
As Zimbabwe continues to battle the effects of an El Niño-induced drought, goat farming is emerging as a resilient and economically viable solution for farmers facing increasingly harsh climatic cond...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 08:50hrs | 197 | by Staff reporter
NMBZ turns to Rabobank for agric financing
NMBZ Holdings Limited, a leading financial services group, has announced a strategic partnership with Rabobank, a Dutch multinational specializing in banking and financial services, to implement an en...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 08:49hrs | 211 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe to get normal to above-normal rains
The Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has reassured the nation that the 2024/25 rainfall season is expected to bring normal to above-normal rains, alleviating concerns of another drought in Zim...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 08:47hrs | 2635 | by Staff reporter
Mutumbuka's landmark case exposes the deep roots of property fraud in Zimbabwe
The problem of title deed fraud is not new to Zimbabwe, but recent cases have brought this pervasive issue into sharp focus. One of the most troubling and high-profile incidents has been the c...Published: 18 Nov 2024 at 19:44hrs | 4231 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Govt stops Harare demolitions
The Harare City Council was forced to suspend its controversial house demolition exercise yesterday following mounting pressure from the government. The move came after a public outcry and strong crit...Published: 18 Nov 2024 at 15:06hrs | 339 | by Staff reporter
Innscor engages govt over tax
Innscor Africa Limited has raised concerns over high taxes and their detrimental impact on the company's profitability, warning that the escalating cost-push pressures are putting a strain on its fina...Published: 18 Nov 2024 at 15:06hrs | 165 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa wants youngsters to be proud of their identity
President Mnangagwa has called on the younger generation to take pride in their African identity and rich cultural heritage, emphasizing their pivotal role in shaping a future of sustainable economic ...Published: 18 Nov 2024 at 15:03hrs | 39 | 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 | 125 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa calls for stronger regional collaboration to safeguard children's future
President Emmerson Mnangagwa, the current Chairperson of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), has called for enhanced regional collaboration and a renewed commitment to children's rights...Published: 17 Nov 2024 at 11:57hrs | 1091 | by Staff Reporter
Neighbourhood watch member jailed for releasing detained suspects
A 56-year-old member of the neighbourhood watch committee in Hurungwe, Mashonaland West, has been sentenced to three months in prison after he was found guilty of releasing two detained suspects and d...Published: 16 Nov 2024 at 14:33hrs | 494 | by Staff reporter
Betty Nhambu-Kaseke, Tavengwa and Tzu Chi rescue Kuwadzana
There were early Christmas donations and distribution this Friday in Harare's Kuwadzana and Highfields suburbs when Betty Nhambu-Kaseke (Founder President...Published: 15 Nov 2024 at 22:27hrs | 894 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
High Court clips immigration office's powers
The High Court of Zimbabwe has ruled that a section of the Immigration Act, which allowed immigration officers to detain individuals for up to 14 days without a court appearance, is unconstitutional a...Published: 15 Nov 2024 at 08:42hrs | 1582 | by Staff reporter
NGOs told to adhere to Zimbabwe laws
Non-governmental organisations (NGOs) in Zimbabwe must adhere to the country's laws and regulations in order to avoid tensions with the government, a senior official has advised.Simon Masanga,...Published: 15 Nov 2024 at 08:41hrs | 397 | by Staff reporter
Zinwa leaves incomplete borehole projects in Bulawayo
Pelandaba-Tshabalala MP Joseph Tshuma has publicly criticized the Zimbabwe National Water Authority (ZINWA) for its failure to deliver functional boreholes in Bulawayo, leaving residents without adequ...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 15:21hrs | 661 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo woman loses US$5 730 trying to secure UK sponsorship
Mnangagwa returns home with his bloated delegation of 238 peoplePresident Emmerson Mnangagwa has returned from Baku, Azerbaijan, where he attended the 29th Conference of Parties to the United Nati...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 13:45hrs | 1297 | by Staff reporter
Hichilema launches National Service Programme
President Hakainde Hichilema has announced a new initiative aimed at promoting discipline and resilience among Zambia's youth, addressing pressing issues like the rise in street children. The program ...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 13:28hrs | 335 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa takes 238 people to UN climate summit
Zimbabwe's President Emmerson Mnangagwa has drawn scrutiny after bringing a delegation of 238 people to the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan. According to data from...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 13:19hrs | 584 | by Staff reporter
Edgar Lungu, the Tonse Coalition, and Zambia's political landscape: A clash of visions ahead of the 2026 elections
As Zambia gears up for the 2026 elections, the country's political scene is increasingly defined by the emerging rivalry between former President Edgar Lungu and current President Hakainde Hichilema, ...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 12:28hrs | 631 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
Zimbabwe's second-largest city at risk of running dry by year-end
The taps in Zimbabwe's second-biggest city may run dry by the end of this year.Already, residents of Bulawayo have had to cope without piped water for at least five-and-a-half days a week and ...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 09:55hrs | 433 | by Staff reporter
Truck driver nabbed for smuggling
A 53-year-old truck driver, Douglas Tengende, has been arrested for attempting to smuggle goods worth R427,823 through the Beitbridge Border Post without his employer's knowledge.Tengende, emp...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 09:54hrs | 441 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe-Zambia energy summit excites Zera
The upcoming Zimbabwe-Zambia Energy Projects Summit, set to take place in Victoria Falls from November 18 to 21, 2024, will serve as a pivotal platform for advancing sustainable energy solutions and e...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 09:49hrs | 147 | by Staff reporter
Man arrested for allegedly killing stepdaughter with acid in Zimbabwe
A 24-year-old man from Shurugwi has been arrested for allegedly killing his three-month-old stepdaughter after forcing her to drink acid used in gold leaching. Tatenda Masunda, of Donga, Shurugwi, app...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 09:20hrs | 117 | by Staff reporter
Where are communities affected by climate change in Zimbabwe's bloated COP29 delegation?
The 29th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP29), held in Baku, Azerbaijan, is once again the focal point of global climate discussions. ...Published: 13 Nov 2024 at 22:10hrs | 414 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
There're now two Zimbabwes: One for a small elite and the other for millions of poor Zimbabweans
Over the past few years, Zimbabwe has reportedly experienced steady economic growth. According to government statistics, GDP growth rates have shown positive movement, suggesting that the coun...Published: 13 Nov 2024 at 22:05hrs | 578 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
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