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South African woman stranded in Zimbabwe after following husband

A South African woman who travelled to Zimbabwe to reunite with her husband after anti-immigrant unrest in South Africa says she has been left stranded at a transit centre in Bulawayo after his family allegedly refused to accommodate her a…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 14:26hrs | 2590 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe prepares to receive up to 1.4 million land owners from SA

Zimbabwe has more than two million citizens living in South Africa, but fewer than 100,000 have so far returned home under the government's repatriation programme, despite rising anti-immigrant tensions in the neighbouring country, Local G…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 16:36hrs | 21015 | by Staff reporter

South Africa reassures ZEP holders

More than 140,000 holders of the Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) have already applied to remain in South Africa through long-term immigration pathways, as the Department of Home Affairs assured permit holders that they continue to reside l…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 15:45hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe repatriates nearly 100,000 from South Africa

The government says it has repatriated 99,418 Zimbabwean citizens from South Africa in just over six weeks, with women and children accounting for more than 70 percent of those who have returned.The update comes as Zimbabwe continues to re…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 14:56hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mozambique to reduce imports from South Africa

Mozambique's Agriculture Minister, Roberto Albino, has reiterated his government's commitment to reducing the country's reliance on food imports from South Africa by strengthening domestic agricultural production as part of an import subst…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 17:36hrs | | by Staff reporter

South African, Zimbabwean arrested with stolen vehicles in Limpopo

A 43-year-old South African man and a 45-year-old Zimbabwean national have been arrested in Limpopo after police intercepted two vehicles allegedly stolen in Gauteng and suspected to be destined for smuggling across the Beitbridge border.T…

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 17:08hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bellarmine Mugabe's lawyers deny reports he is in South Africa

Lawyers representing Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, the son of former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe, have dismissed social media claims that he was recently seen shopping in Midrand, South Africa, describing the reports as false and misl…

Published: 12 Jul 2026 at 18:21hrs | | by Staff reporter

Exam pupils stranded as 11 000 children return from SA

More than 11,000 Zimbabwean children who have returned from South Africa since last month face major disruptions to their education, with concerns mounting that many, particularly Grade 12 learners, may be unable to complete their studies …

Published: 12 Jul 2026 at 15:14hrs | 410 | by Staff reporter

SA returnees overwhelm Bulawayo church

The United Congregational Church of Southern Africa (UCCSA) in Bulawayo's Njube suburb has become a key refuge for Zimbabweans returning from South Africa, with about 900 people arriving at the church over the past 10 days after anti-forei…

Published: 10 Jul 2026 at 06:02hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabweans continue flocking to SA

Despite renewed anti-immigrant disturbances in parts of South Africa that have displaced thousands of foreign nationals and prompted repatriation efforts by several countries, Zimbabweans continue travelling south for business, with cross-…

Published: 09 Jul 2026 at 20:28hrs | | by Staff reporter

Returnees vow never to return to South Africa

Some Zimbabweans returning from South Africa have vowed never to return, describing their experiences as traumatic and warning that the departure of thousands of foreign workers could create labour shortages on South African commercial far…

Published: 09 Jul 2026 at 20:27hrs | | by Staff reporter

Over 80,000 Zimbabwean citizens flee Afrophobic attacks in South Africa

More than 80,000 people have been processed through the Beitbridge Border Post since the government launched a repatriation programme to facilitate the safe and orderly return of Zimbabwean nationals from South Africa.The exercise, which b…

Published: 08 Jul 2026 at 18:46hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa to chair emergency meeting

The Zimbabwean government is set to convene an emergency Cabinet meeting chaired by President Emmerson Mnangagwa to discuss the growing number of Zimbabweans returning from South Africa amid weeks of anti-immigrant protests and vigilante a…

Published: 08 Jul 2026 at 18:43hrs | | by Staff reporter

Born in SA, now facing an uncertain future in Zimbabwe

Children born in South Africa to undocumented migrant parents are facing an uncertain future as deportation efforts intensify, with many preparing to leave the only country they have ever known.Among those awaiting repatriation in Musina a…

Published: 05 Jul 2026 at 12:42hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe fast-tracks IDs for SA returnees

Provincial and district Civil Registry offices have been instructed to prioritise Zimbabwean returnees from South Africa who require identity documents, with officials directed to provide prompt assistance at registry offices across the co…

Published: 05 Jul 2026 at 11:57hrs | | by Staff reporter

SA security checks delay repatriation of Zimbabweans

The Government says the return of Zimbabweans fleeing recent anti-immigration tensions in South Africa has been slowed by mandatory security screening conducted by South African authorities before returnees are allowed to cross the border.…

Published: 30 Jun 2026 at 19:18hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo bus operators see rise in returnees and drop in SA-bound travellers

Long-distance cross-border bus operators in Bulawayo say they have recorded a sharp decline in the number of passengers travelling to South Africa, while witnessing a steady increase in Zimbabweans returning home amid renewed anti-migrant …

Published: 30 Jun 2026 at 16:52hrs | | by Staff reporter

Over 40,000 Zimbabweans return from South Africa

MORE than 40,000 Zimbabweans have returned home through the Beitbridge Border Post over the past month, with the majority making their own way back as anti-migrant tensions continue to rise in parts of South Africa.According to the latest …

Published: 29 Jun 2026 at 19:58hrs | | by Staff reporter

Bus operators hike fares as Zimbabweans flee SA

CROSS-border bus operators and transporters are cashing in on rising anti-migrant tensions in South Africa, with fares and luggage charges soaring as thousands of Zimbabweans rush home through the Beitbridge Border Post.The border has expe…

Published: 29 Jun 2026 at 19:58hrs | | by Staff reporter

3,624 Zimbabweans return home from South Africa

A total of 3,624 Zimbabweans had returned home from South Africa and been reintegrated into their communities by Friday last week, with authorities indicating that more returnees are expected as processing continues.The update follows ongo…

Published: 29 Jun 2026 at 12:18hrs | | by Staff reporter

Over 8,200 repatriated through Beitbridge

SOUTH Africa's Border Management Authority (BMA) says it processed 8,230 foreign nationals through the Beitbridge Port of Entry between June 12 and June 24 as part of ongoing voluntary repatriation efforts, while warning that non-compliant…

Published: 28 Jun 2026 at 11:51hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean wins unfair dismissal case in South Africa

A Zimbabwean bakery manager in South Africa has won a significant Labour Court victory after the court dismissed his employer's attempt to overturn a ruling that his dismissal over a biblical WhatsApp post was unfair.Cloudious Gogo, who wo…

Published: 26 Jun 2026 at 11:41hrs | | by Staff reporter

Nox ditches SA returns to Zimbabwe after 18 years

After nearly two decades in South Africa, Urban Grooves star Nox has announced his permanent return to Zimbabwe, describing the move as one of the most important decisions of his life.The musician, born Enock Guni and popularly known for h…

Published: 24 Jun 2026 at 19:01hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabweans risk losing voice in SA permit talks

With only days remaining before the extended deadline for submissions on the future of the Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP), community leaders have expressed concern over the low participation rate among Zimbabweans living in South Africa.T…

Published: 23 Jun 2026 at 10:18hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe steps up repatriation of citizens amid SA unrest

The Zimbabwean Government has intensified efforts to assist citizens displaced by a renewed wave of anti-migrant protests and vigilante attacks in South Africa, as concerns grow over the safety and welfare of foreign nationals in the neigh…

Published: 22 Jun 2026 at 08:01hrs | | by Staff reporter

South Africa rejects June 30 deadline for foreigners to leave

The South African government has dismissed claims circulating on social media and other platforms that foreigners have until June 30 to leave the country, stressing that no such directive has been issued by the state.Speaking during a high…

Published: 21 Jun 2026 at 10:39hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zanu PF not losing sleep over South Africa xenophobia concerns

Zanu PF says it is not overly concerned by the rise in anti-immigrant sentiment and xenophobic tensions in South Africa, arguing that improving economic conditions in Zimbabwe will ultimately reduce citizens' dependence on opportunities ab…

Published: 20 Jun 2026 at 10:43hrs | | by Staff reporter

US to end funding of South Africa's HIV programmes

The United States government has announced plans to begin a phased withdrawal of funding for HIV and Aids programmes in South Africa, linking the decision to what it describes as a lack of progress by Pretoria on policy concerns raised by …

Published: 20 Jun 2026 at 10:40hrs | | by Staff reporter

South Africa deports 467 undocumented Zimbabweans

More than 1,500 undocumented migrants were processed through the Beitbridge Border Crossing in a single day during one of the largest coordinated deportation operations in recent months.The Border Management Authority said they processed 1…

Published: 19 Jun 2026 at 09:05hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe offers duty-free relief for returnees fleeing Xenophobia in SA

Zimbabwean nationals returning home from South Africa amid renewed anti-immigrant tensions will be allowed to import personal belongings, household goods and one motor vehicle duty-free under a special immigrants rebate scheme approved by …

Published: 19 Jun 2026 at 07:55hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabweans in Cape Town seek repatriation

Hundreds of Zimbabwean nationals have gathered outside Zimbabwe's consulate in Cape Town, pleading with authorities to assist them in returning home amid growing fears of xenophobic violence and mounting immigration challenges in South Afr…

Published: 19 Jun 2026 at 06:30hrs | | by Staff reporter

South Africa deports 980 Malawians

The Home Affairs Department has confirmed that more than 900 undocumented Malawians found to be living in the country illegally were deported from the country on Thursday night.This follows the repatriation of over 100 Malawians and Mozamb…

Published: 12 Jun 2026 at 19:58hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabweans top list of foreign academics at SA Universities

Zimbabwean and Nigerian nationals make up the largest share of foreign academics employed at South Africa's public universities, according to data submitted to Parliament amid growing scrutiny of hiring practices in the higher education se…

Published: 10 Jun 2026 at 12:08hrs | | by Staff reporter

South African government has moved to calm fears

THE South African government has moved to calm fears of escalating unrest linked to anti-illegal immigration protests, insisting there will be no national shutdown on June 30 despite growing tensions surrounding calls for undocumented fore…

Published: 07 Jun 2026 at 08:15hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean dissidents languish in SA jails

The prolonged detention of Zimbabwean political activist Wellington Jeremiah Masiwa and businessman Frank Buyanga in South Africa has reignited debate over judicial delays, extradition procedures and allegations of political interference i…

Published: 01 Jun 2026 at 19:12hrs | | by Staff reporter

New livestock vaccine push in SA raises stakes for Zimbabwe farmers

South Africa has introduced a nationwide voluntary vaccination programme against foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), a development expected to have significant implications for livestock producers and veterinary authorities across the region, pa…

Published: 01 Jun 2026 at 19:09hrs | | by Staff reporter

SA truck company to retrench 75 Zimbabwe drivers

A South African transport and logistics company, Greendoor Group, is set to retrench about 75 truck drivers as it restructures operations amid rising financial and operational pressures.Most of the affected workers are Zimbabwean drivers e…

Published: 24 May 2026 at 13:35hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean wins R100K for unlawful SA detention

The High Court of South Africa has awarded a Zimbabwean national R100 000 (about US$6 000) in damages after ruling that he was unlawfully detained for 21 days, despite his arrest initially being justified in connection with a 2014 robbery …

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:04hrs | | by Staff reporter

South Africa Public Protector cracks amid Phala Pala scandal

The office of South Africa's Public Protector South Africa has issued a stern warning against insults and attacks directed at the institution, cautioning that individuals found guilty of such conduct could face fines of up to R40,000 or im…

Published: 12 May 2026 at 08:23hrs | | by Staff reporter

South African court orders Zimbabwean man buried in Cape Town

The High Court of South Africa Gauteng Division has ruled that a man at the centre of a cross-border family dispute, Collen Kumalo-Dube, must be buried in Cape Town despite attempts by relatives to repatriate his body to Zimbabwe.In a judg…

Published: 11 May 2026 at 14:38hrs | | by Staff reporter

Another fatal Malawian bus crash closes N1 in Limpopo

A serious road accident involving a Malawian passenger bus travelling from Gauteng forced the closure of the N1 near the Witvlag turn-off in the Soutpansberg Mountain Pass in Limpopo on Thursday evening.The Limpopo Department of Transport …

Published: 07 May 2026 at 21:23hrs | | by Staff reporter

3 Zimbabweans handed multiple life sentences in South Africa

The Gauteng High Court in Johannesburg has sentenced three Zimbabwean nationals to four life terms each for their roles in a 2022 human trafficking case involving orphaned children.The convicted trio - Hilda Tenega, Sthembiso Mlauzi and Ku…

Published: 02 May 2026 at 20:18hrs | | by Staff reporter

UN condemns xenophobic violence in South Africa

On the occasion of South Africa's Freedom Day, the Secretary-General of the United Nations has extended warm greetings to the people and Government of South Africa while expressing deep concern over reported xenophobic attacks targeting mi…

Published: 28 Apr 2026 at 07:31hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabweans in SA on the edge as anti-immigrant protest looms

As South Africa moves toward the 2026 local government elections, concerns are mounting over a growing wave of anti-foreign sentiment that critics say is being fuelled by political rhetoric and mobilisation efforts rather than spontaneous …

Published: 27 Apr 2026 at 15:15hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe remains the most reliable buyer of South African GMO maize

Zimbabwe has reinforced its position as South Africa's most reliable maize export market, accounting for 38% of total shipments in the 2025–26 marketing year, according to trade data covering the period up to 17 April 2026.South Africa exp…

Published: 26 Apr 2026 at 13:49hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chatunga, cousin face D-Day

The plea bargain involving Bellarmine Chatunga, son of late former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe, and his cousin Tobias Tamirepi Matonhodze is set for finalisation at the Alexandra Regional Court in Johannesburg, with sentencing and c…

Published: 24 Apr 2026 at 10:36hrs | | by Staff reporter

Nkomo statue removed after public backlash

A controversial statue of Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo erected in Maphisa ahead of Zimbabwe's 46th Independence Day celebrations has been removed following widespread public criticism over its quality and likeness.The monument, which was intended …

Published: 17 Apr 2026 at 20:27hrs | | by Staff reporter

Malema sentencing sparks debate over SA justice system

The sentencing of Julius Malema to five years' imprisonment has ignited a fierce national debate, with political analysts and activists questioning the fairness and consistency of South Africa's judicial system.The leader of the Economic F…

Published: 17 Apr 2026 at 19:20hrs | | by Staff reporter

Undocumented Zimbabweans to appear in Bloemfontein court

Several undocumented Zimbabwean nationals are expected to appear before the Bloemfontein Magistrate's Court on Monday following their arrest during ongoing enforcement operations in the Free State.The arrests come after authorities interce…

Published: 13 Apr 2026 at 09:00hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean truck driver arrested after illegal u-turn crash in SA

A Zimbabwean truck driver has been arrested following a multi-vehicle crash on the N3 Toll Route near Tugela Plaza in KwaZulu-Natal on Thursday morning, after allegedly making an illegal U-turn that triggered the collision.According to Sib…

Published: 04 Apr 2026 at 15:39hrs | | by Staff reporter

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Government disowns Zharare

Air Zim relaunches direct Harare–London flights after 14‑year absence

‘Epworth’s balancing rocks set for tourism boost,’ Tawengwa

Benjani's son joins Highlanders

Zanu‑PF applauds Sakunda Holdings for bankrolling Constitutional Amendment Act 3 celebrations

PZ Khumalo withdraws High Court case as Royal Crown Council welcomes traditional resolution

Zanu‑PF top brass sounds alarm over planned July 31 protests

Bosso ends Scottland FC's 9-match winning run

Mnangagwa says national interest guides Zimbabwe's decisions

Zimbabwe inches closer to sole use of ZiG for domestic transactions

As long as the ruling elite reject ZiG, no amount of propaganda will render it Zimbabwe’s sole currency

Bulawayo wakes to protest flyers against Zanu PF regime

Mnangagwa scheme hit by scandal

Zanu PF holds CAB3 'Thank You' rallies

Uebert Angel tipped to oust ex-general in Zanu PF

Zanu-PF rift over Bona Mugabe's rise

Tension ahead of July 31 protests

Honda Fit thefts jolt police

Zulu king visit revives Ndebele monarchy debate

Women, children dominate returnee influx

Lupane still without sewer system

Village head robbed of US$2 050 in midnight raid

Twin brothers make Zimbabwe Catholic history

Biti vows Constitutional challenge to CAB3

Kazembe warns against July 31 protests

Bosso set for explosive EGM

US$50 000 stolen from EcoCash agents in Bulawayo

736 Bulawayo parking bays lost to informal trading

No Zimbabwean tribe is superior to the other, says Mohadi

Munetsi commits to Wolves' promotion push

Zimbabwe hotels need millions for IATF 2029

War vets directors acquitted of fraud

Mnangagwa's term plot faces new hurdle

Mystery shrouds MPs assault by CIO

Returnee crisis puts Zimbabwe's HIV gains at risk

SME Stock Exchange to launch next month

Baba Harare's missing luggage found

Kidnapping trial delayed after lawyer fails to attend

Bank profits plunge as forex windfall ends

Zimbabwe rejects lithium export ban delay

4 in court over alleged clothing smuggling

Zimbabwe reviews nurses' risk allowances

Mnangagwa pledges cheaper SME formalisation

Government dismisses fake Mnangagwa letter

Mthwakazi activist denied bail over CAB3 protest call

High school pupils jailed 15 years for raping schoolmate

Zimbabwe tightens gold smuggling crackdown

Zimbabwe's sole lithium salt plant unable to process third-party metal

Suspended Zanu PF official faces hearing over snubbing

Mnangagwa calls for APRM participation

Government disowns Zharare

Zanu‑PF top brass sounds alarm over planned July 31 protests

Benjani's son joins Highlanders

Air Zim relaunches direct Harare–London flights after 14‑year absence

Bulawayo faces food shortages

Chiwenga launches African Dream boat

Zimbabwe call for peace in Gaza

SDA pastor fired over indecent assault

Chiwenga, doctors in crunch meeting

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