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Siziba, Chenhamo to be buried at National Heroes' acre
Major General (Retired) Solomon Siziba and Chenhamo "Chen" Chakezha Chimutengwende, who both passed away last week, will be laid to rest at the National Heroes' Acre in Harare on Wednesday, January 22...Published: 20 hrs ago | 470 | by Staff reporter
Chief mourner Deputy Mayor Edwin Ndlovu bids farewell to former Councillor Joyce Ndlovu
The city of Bulawayo is mourning the loss of former Councillor Joyce Ndlovu, a dedicated public servant who left an indelible mark on the community. Deputy Mayor Edwin Ndlovu, who served as the Chief ...Published: 18 Jan 2025 at 18:25hrs | 1181 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
Kombi collides with refuse compactor in Zimbabwe
Several people sustained injuries in a traffic accident this morning at the busy intersection of Sam Nujoma Street and Robert Mugabe Road in Harare.The incident occurred when a speeding commut...Published: 15 Jan 2025 at 19:12hrs | 457 | by Staff reporter
ZNA announces the death of Major General (Retired) Solomon Siziba
The Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) has announced the death of Major General (Retired) Solomon Siziba, who passed away this morning at the age of 67. He died at Josiah Magama Tongogara Barracks Camp Hosp...Published: 15 Jan 2025 at 19:11hrs | 1677 | by Staff reporter
4 suspects arrested over Mukuru Booth robberies
Four more suspects have been arrested in connection with a series of armed robberies targeting Mukuru money transfer booths across Harare and nearby areas.The suspects, Joseph Bilson Makoni (3...Published: 15 Jan 2025 at 05:47hrs | 956 | by Staff reporter
Bosso's 1998 championship-winning team reunites for emotional gathering
The Class of 1998, a group of legendary players who secured four consecutive league championships for Highlanders, came together for an emotional reunion at the team's Fife Street clubhouse yesterday ...Published: 01 Jan 2025 at 10:16hrs | 723 | by Staff reporter
Death knell for Zimbabwe's departmental shops
The demand for partitioned lettable shops in Bulawayo's Central Business District (CBD) has reached unprecedented levels, with the Bulawayo City Council receiving a flood of applications for the conve...Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 06:50hrs | 495 | by Staff reporter
Ex-ministers say Mphoko was Mugabe's ideal successor
Exiled former Cabinet ministers Walter Mzembi and Saviour Kasukuwere have described the late former Vice-President Phelekezela Mphoko as a deserving successor to former President Robert Mugabe, follow...Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 10:01hrs | 350 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa ally granted bail after languishing in remand prison for 58 days
Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) legislator Amos Chibaya has finally been granted US$500 bail by the High Court.In his ruling, Justice Gibson Mandaza ordered the former Mkoba MP to d...Published: 23 Nov 2024 at 20:09hrs | 1138 | by Staff reporter
Man stabbed to death over bluetooth speaker
A 23-year-old man tragically lost his life after being stabbed during an altercation over a Bluetooth speaker at Donga Bottle Store in Shurugwi on November 6, 2024.The victim, Pardon Vengai of...Published: 23 Nov 2024 at 14:01hrs | 610 | by Staff reporter
BCC scrap support for NRZ public transport interchange plan
The Bulawayo City Council has rescinded its support for a planned public transport interchange on National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) land, which was intended to alleviate congestion in the central bu...Published: 11 Nov 2024 at 07:05hrs | 435 | by Staff reporter
Beitbridge bus robbers jailed 84 years each
Two armed robbers who terrorized passengers on a Beitbridge-bound bus in July have each been sentenced to an effective 84 years in prison by the Chiredzi regional court. Ashton Siziba (26) of Peterwen...Published: 06 Nov 2024 at 06:51hrs | 348 | by Staff reporter
ZimAchievers Awards South Africa announce 2024 nominees
The stage is set for one of the biggest events on the social calendar with Zimbabwe Achievers Awards (ZAA) South Africa releasing the nominees shortlist for their 9th Awards Dinner Gala.Social...Published: 30 Oct 2024 at 21:34hrs | 985 | by Agencies
Pupil killed in a freak accident
The small community of Godlwayo Village in Umzingwane District has been plunged into mourning following the tragic death of a six-year-old Early Childhood Development (ECD) pupil in a road traffic acc...Published: 22 Oct 2024 at 19:37hrs | 1077 | by Staff reporter
Fraudster name-drops Bulawayo minister
A 66-year-old man from Bulawayo, Filton Madlala Mguni, has been arrested for allegedly defrauding several citizens by falsely claiming to be in partnership with Provincial Affairs Minister Judith Ncub...Published: 17 Oct 2024 at 08:58hrs | 271 | by Staff reporter
Chibaya denied bail in violence incitement case
Ex-legislator Amos Chibaya shall remain under prison detection, a Harare magistrate ruled on Monday, adding he was not convinced the prominent opposition politician would not break his bail conditions...Published: 15 Oct 2024 at 09:05hrs | 207 | by Staff reporter
Chibaya bail hearing continues
The bail hearing for Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) activist Amos Chibaya continued yesterday, with the State vehemently opposing his release on the grounds that he poses a flight risk. Chibaya h...Published: 09 Oct 2024 at 07:47hrs | 439 | by Staff reporter
Chibaya in court for inciting public violence
Amos Chibaya, an activist of the opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), appeared in court yesterday facing charges of inciting public violence. Chibaya was remanded in custody, with his bail ...Published: 03 Oct 2024 at 08:42hrs | 120 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa's Blue Movement using CCC structures
Opposition leader Nelson Chamisa's newly formed Blue Movement is reportedly leveraging Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) structures to rally support, raising concerns among political analysts about ...Published: 01 Oct 2024 at 09:14hrs | 2273 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF chicken project official defrauds Bulawayo residents
A Bulawayo man, Philton Madlala Mguni, 66, has been accused of defrauding unsuspecting residents under the guise of being a Zanu-PF organiser for a women's chicken project. Mguni appeared bef...Published: 28 Sep 2024 at 12:16hrs | 673 | by Staff reporter
Harare duo arrested for defrauding Insiza man in fake phone deal
Two Harare men were arrested after allegedly duping a man from Insiza by swapping his Itel mobile phone for a counterfeit Samsung Galaxy S20 and demanding an additional US$60.Edwin Kavumbura (...Published: 10 Sep 2024 at 07:23hrs | 172 | by Staff reporter
Cracks in Bosso camp
ALL is not well at Bulawayo football giants, Highlanders with an audio going viral in which secretary-general Morgen "Gazza" Dube is overheard painting a picture of a divided house.Dube is acc...Published: 18 Aug 2024 at 12:21hrs | 246 | by Staff reporter
Recalled CCC MP reinstated after successful court challenge
The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) has reinstated the opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) Member of Parliament Constance Chihota (CCC) following a High Court order.The legislat...Published: 05 Aug 2024 at 16:53hrs | 2545 | by Staff reporter
Bosso team bus breaks down en route to Chegutu
The Highlanders team bus reportedly broke down while en route to their Week 23 Castle Lager Premier Soccer League match against Chegutu Pirates at Baobab Stadium, scheduled for this afternoon. ...Published: 04 Aug 2024 at 15:18hrs | 508 | by Staff reporter
Kariba MP, 12 others arrested in Zimbabwe
On Wednesday, Kariba MP John Houghton and 12 other activists were arrested in Kariba for staging an unsanctioned protest demanding the release of CCC leader Jameson Timba and 77 other activists. ...Published: 01 Aug 2024 at 12:50hrs | 1355 | by Staff reporter
Chere, Kwekweza arrested at Robert Mugabe International Airport
Human Rights Defenders (HRDs) Robson Chere of the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union (ARTUZ), Namatai Kwekweza, and opposition councillor Samuel Gwenzi have been arrested at Robert Mugabe International ...Published: 01 Aug 2024 at 09:21hrs | 807 | by Staff reporter
Obert Masaraure fired from his teaching job
Firebrand unionist and human rights campaigner Obert Masaraure has summarily been dismissed from his job as a schoolteacher.The Amalgamated Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) president reveale...Published: 24 Jul 2024 at 11:25hrs | 1869 | by Staff reporter
Former Matopo students donate uniforms to the fire victims
Former Matopo High School students have rallied to assist 52 students affected by a recent fire at the school's boys' hostel. The group, represented by renowned poet Albert Nyathi, donated 52 boys' un...Published: 24 Jul 2024 at 11:13hrs | 228 | by Staff reporter
MDC awarded US$90,000 in showdown over Bulawayo party offices
The MDC, led by Douglas Mwonzora, has taken ownership of the opposition party offices in Bulawayo previously occupied by the Citizen Coalition for Change (CCC) and youths aligned to Nelson Chamisa....Published: 08 Jul 2024 at 16:45hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter
Kazembe ready to deal with Zimbabwe protesters
Home Affairs Minister Kazembe Kazembe has issued a stern warning, stating that law enforcement agencies are prepared to confront opposition party supporters and human rights activists planning nationw...Published: 02 Jul 2024 at 06:34hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter
Delma Lupepe sucked in nasty mine dispute
Former Amazulu Football Club owner and businessman Delma Lupepe is embroiled in a contentious legal battle over allegations of fraudulently acquiring Duive Enterprises Private Limited, a mining entity...Published: 01 Jul 2024 at 04:04hrs | 88 | by Staff reporter
ZINASU wants CVs of recently appointed Judges
The Zimbabwe National Students Union president, Allan Chipoyi, has issued an ultimatum to the Judicial Service Commission, demanding that they provide the CVs and scoresheets of the recently appointed...Published: 27 Jun 2024 at 14:49hrs | 9 | by Staff reporter
Fancy cars for Zimbabwe's recently appointed Judges
The new High Court judges President Emmerson Mnangagwa appointed two weeks ago have just received new Land Rover Discovery cars.On 12 June, President Mnangagwa appointed former magistrates Fai...Published: 25 Jun 2024 at 13:17hrs | 45 | by Staff reporter
12 newly appointed judges sworn in
The justice delivery system in Zimbabwe is set to improve following the swearing-in of 12 High Court judges by Chief Justice Luke Malaba. The ceremony, held at the Constitutional Court in Hara...Published: 18 Jun 2024 at 06:50hrs | 5 | by Staff reporter
Mpokiseng Dube appointed as High Court judge - Re a lebogisa
The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) has released the names of new judges following intense public interviews conducted last month and Mpokisengi Dube is among those appointed as a judge.Judg...Published: 13 Jun 2024 at 07:12hrs | 91 | by Staff reporter
11 new judges appointed
President Mnangagwa has appointed 10 new judges to the High Court and one to the Administrative Court, following public interviews conducted by the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) last month. ...Published: 13 Jun 2024 at 06:47hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter
Man breaks into Headmasters offices, blames evil spirit
When a person is in deep trouble he or she will blame the evil spirit in a bid to get a lighter sentence, Menzi Ngwenya is one such person.The 24-year-old man blamed the evil spirit after he b...Published: 09 Apr 2024 at 16:33hrs | 4 | by Simbarashe Sithole
Zanu-PF wins Redcliff council by-election
The ruling Zanu-PF's candidate Christine Sigauke is the new councilor for Redcliff Municipality's Ward 3 after being victorious in the by-election held on Saturday.Sigauke shrugged off competi...Published: 08 Apr 2024 at 19:21hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Has Chamisa been bought?
IN early 2008, Simba Makoni, with the covert but obvious backing of the late powerful ex-general, Solomon Mujuru, sprung up to the podium and made the brave announcement to stand against Robert Mugabe...Published: 07 Apr 2024 at 10:28hrs | 5 | by Tawanda Majoni
Chamisa allies stampede for Blue movement positions
Politicians aligned to former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) opposition leader Nelson Chamisa are said to be jostling for positions in their yet-to-be unveiled movement as efforts are being made ...Published: 31 Mar 2024 at 15:22hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Revised Starlink Policy for Sustainable Growth - A dedication to Eng. Chemist Siziba
Honorable Minister of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services, all protocols observed, please receive a request from a group of ...Published: 23 Mar 2024 at 07:04hrs | 62 | by Robert Ndlovu
Chaos as Jameson Timba; Chibaya fight over Chamisa's Blue Movement
A fierce clash is on the horizon in Nelson Chamisa’s Blue Movement, pitting Jameson Timba and Amos Chibaya, as the fight for the control of the yet to be launched party erupts.This tim...Published: 19 Mar 2024 at 12:44hrs | 27 | by George Tshuma
Zimbabwe army school expels Gr 6 pupil over uncut hair
A PRIMARY school in Bulawayo has expelled a Grade 6 pupil over uncut hair.The pupil was given her marching orders two days ago.NewsDay has it on good authority that on Tuesday, Indlovu...Published: 15 Mar 2024 at 07:15hrs | 18 | by Staff reporter
The Chemist Siziba and Oasis bar story
It is hard to find a patron who would mostly and consistently drink in one bar for 44 years - a whole generation; a lifetime.Yet Chemist Siziba, a local businessman and socialite, did. Before ...Published: 14 Mar 2024 at 17:01hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa awards Chemist Siziba liberation war hero status
The funeral service of the late Zimbabwean businessman Chemist Siziba, who died last Saturday, was held this morning at his Borrowdale (Hogerty Hill) home in Harare.Siziba died of kidney failu...Published: 14 Mar 2024 at 16:32hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Armed robbers pounce on traditional healer
TWO armed robbers reportedly pounced on a traditional healer, after they posed as patients who needed spiritual services, getting away with R3 000.According to the National Prosecuting Authori...Published: 13 Mar 2024 at 05:06hrs | | by Staff reporter
Chemist Siziba dies
Zimbabwean local businessman Chemist Siziba who was one of the pioneers in the mobile telecommunications industry has died.He was 77.Siziba died of kidney failure at Parirenyatwa Hospi...Published: 10 Mar 2024 at 07:05hrs | 34 | by Staff reporter
Tshabangu and Chamisa battle over CCC party offices, court reserves judgement
The Bulawayo High Court has reserved judgement in a case involving the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) and Sengezo Tshabangu posing as its Interim Secretary General seeking spoliation damages from...Published: 09 Mar 2024 at 10:39hrs | | by Staff reporter
Chamisa linked faction recalls Tshabangu linked senators from Parliament
Chaos continues in the opposition Citizens Coalition for Change following the recall of four senators who were sworn in Tuesday after they were chosen by a faction led by Welshman Ncube, Tendai Biti a...Published: 07 Mar 2024 at 05:14hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Corruption allegations surface in Chamisa's Blue Movement
Nelson Chamisa's Blue Movement nationwide mobilisation rallies have reportedly become a source of enrichment for a select few, with accusations of embezzlement and financial mismanagement surfacing....Published: 06 Mar 2024 at 19:51hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
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