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Zanu PF surges closer to its 5 million recruitment target as Chamisa fights to deliver SONA
Never in our lifetime has the choice between the two major parties been so stark. Never has so much been at stake. And never has history seemed so radically open-ended, the opportunity to make a diffe...Published: 4 hrs ago | 583 | by Dr Masimba Mavaza
Junior cops rebel over poor working conditions, police abort operation
A PLANNED police anti-riot operation in residential areas of Bulawayo was Thursday aborted after over 50 officers based at Mzilikazi Police Station rebelled in protest over poor working conditions, Ne...Published: 7 hrs ago | 402 | by NewZimbabwe
Mnangagwa, maShurugwi and the coming anarchy
SOON after arriving in Zimbabwe, in September of last year, I had to visit a friend in Bindura, whom I needed to extend — as part of my enduring gratitude for his assistance during a research projec...Published: 17 Jan 2020 at 06:26hrs | 1333 | by Simukai Tinhu
Sanctions: EU, US and post-Mugabe Zimbabwe
THE United States of America (USA) has two forms of sanctions relevant to Zimbabwe. The first is imposed by Executive Order, with the President using powers under the International Emergency Economic ...Published: 17 Jan 2020 at 06:25hrs | 134 | by Derek Matyszak
'Mnangagwa's Zimbabwe needs US$16bn'
ZIMBABWE needs an estimated US$16 billion for infrastructural development as well as supporting governance and other institutional reforms as the country moves towards achieving an upper middle-income...Published: 17 Jan 2020 at 06:09hrs | 209 | by Staff reporter
AU steps up efforts to engage West on sanctions against Zimbabwe
The Africa Union is determined to engage the West over illegal sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe in an effort to ensure instability threatening the region is thwarted. The union has since dispatched its P...Published: 17 Jan 2020 at 05:59hrs | 77 | by Staff reporter
Chivayo renews fight to be represented by South African lawyer
Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has approached the High Court seeking authority to be represented by a top South African lawyer, Zacharius Francois Joubert.This is the second time he has approach...Published: 17 Jan 2020 at 05:53hrs | 179 | by ZimLive
Constitutional Amendment Bill being misconstrued and politicised
The Constitutional Amendment Bill which was gazetted by Government on 31 December 2019 has sparked controversy among citizens and a deliberate ploy to influence a bandwagon resistance of the passage o...Published: 15 Jan 2020 at 14:38hrs | 1287 | by Ashley Kondo
Law society challenges Mnangagwa's constitutional amendments
The Law Society of Zimbabwe (LSZ) has said attempts by President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration to make fundamental changes to the national Constitution fly in the face of global democratic best ...Published: 15 Jan 2020 at 07:01hrs | 1975 | by Staff reporter
Matemadanda warns corrupt ministers and private sector bosses
The deputy minister of defence took a dig at his colleagues in government challenging them to deliver in their ministries. In a press conference called by commissariat at the ZANU PF Headquarters comr...Published: 14 Jan 2020 at 16:32hrs | 3851 | by Dr Masimba Mavaza
Khumalo clan to engage Mnangagwa govt over Ndebele ‘king’
The Royal Crown Trust and the Khumalo clan in Matabeleland will now engage government over the public coronation of Ndebele king, Bulelani Colin Khumalo, after the State blocked his purported installa...Published: 13 Jan 2020 at 20:27hrs | 4161 | by Staff reporter
Judiciary system must be transparent, says Chief Justice Malaba
THE judiciary system should act in a transparent and accountable manner in the execution of its judicial functions, chief justice Luke Malaba has said.Chief Justice Malaba said this when he pr...Published: 13 Jan 2020 at 18:50hrs | 1383 | by Staff Reporter
Cimas CEO advocates B2B relationships over tariffs
Medical aid societies need to pursue B2B engagements , where they approach individual health service providers to negotiate agreed prices, Cimas Medical Aid Society chief executive officer Vulin...Published: 10 Jan 2020 at 14:12hrs | 1617 | by Agencies
ZANU PF Youth League Statement on Machete Wielding Gangs
The ZANU PF Youth League in its entirety condemns the heinous acts by the machete wielding gangs who have descended on the Mining sector and society at large. Many innocents have fallen victim t...Published: 10 Jan 2020 at 14:09hrs | 2561 | by Yeukai Simbanegavi
Four reasons why Kasukuwere cannot be our saviour
Renowned African-Nigerian writer Chinua Achebe is well known for his famous novel, A Man of the People, which mirrors Nigerian political culture through the eyes of a corrupt politician, Chief Nanga. ...Published: 10 Jan 2020 at 14:07hrs | 2917 | by Innocent Mujeri
Cimas Launches Information Campaign
CIMAS Medical Aid Society on Thursday has launched an information campaign, dubbed "Secure With Us", to correct misconceptions about medical aid societies and increase awareness of the services it off...Published: 09 Jan 2020 at 15:23hrs | 1107 | by Edward Makuzva
Teachers need to be economically empowered so as to fearlessly stand up against government enslavement
A few days ago I was talking to my neighbour - who is a teacher - on the collective job action proposed by the two main teachers' unions in the country - who have called upon their members not to turn...Published: 09 Jan 2020 at 12:12hrs | 1282 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
ZPP blasts Patriot Newspapers over 'falsehoods'
Zimbabwe Peace project has attacked the Patriot Newspaper for what it termed publishing of falsehoods concerining the Zimbabwe Council of Churches (ZCC).In its latest report ZPP said the state...Published: 08 Jan 2020 at 14:40hrs | 989 | by Stephen Jakes
Zimbabwean economy simplified
Issues concerning the economy are vital for any given country's revolutionary and evolutionary path since they are at the core of all movements. Most importantly an economic policy justifies the trans...Published: 08 Jan 2020 at 13:10hrs | 1278 | by Terence Simbi
Nhaka Foundation begins charity at home in Zimbabwe
In this interview, Patrick Makokoro, the Founder and Chief Eexecutive Officer of Nhaka Foundation, discusses the organisation's efforts at supporting education and health care in rural regions in Zimb...Published: 08 Jan 2020 at 07:21hrs | 500 | by Kester Kenn Klomegah
Open letter to Matemadanda
'No government should be without critics. If its intentions are good then it has nothing to fear from criticism.' Thomas Jeffer...Published: 06 Jan 2020 at 21:15hrs | 4884 | by Tendai Manika
Two grannies loot burial society funds
TWO elderly women from Bulawayo have been arrested for allegedly stealing US$17 160, R4 800 and RTGS$14 000 from their burial society. Dorcas Machengo (72) and Evelyn Chapepa (78) from Magwegw...Published: 06 Jan 2020 at 14:28hrs | 2616 | by Staff Reporter
'People must stop using word Mashurugwi referring to criminals'
THE media, social groups and opinion leaders have been called upon to desist from labelling criminal gangs in a way that creates tribal tensions.The call was made by Home Affairs and Cultural ...Published: 04 Jan 2020 at 15:55hrs | 2618 | by Staff Reporter
Cheating pregnant woman's tummy explodes
A FOUR-month pregnant married woman drank poison and her stomach exploded leading to her death, after she was caught having sex with another man from her village.The incident happened last wee...Published: 02 Jan 2020 at 15:55hrs | 7419 | by Staff Reporter
Mnangagwa lacks Capital appeal to match generational consensus
The wider gap between the Government and citizens is detrimental. Objectivity becomes subjectivity if validated into a balanced message. Leaders must accept constructive criticism if they are to buy i...Published: 02 Jan 2020 at 15:36hrs | 3360 | by Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo
Infertility scars: Through the narrow gate - PART 2
This is a real life story narrated by an infertile woman Joy, who married a man he loved and had a blissful short stint in marriage before it somersaulted into hell.She then faced a plethora of challe...Published: 02 Jan 2020 at 08:43hrs | 1803 | by Heaven Munyuki
Mnangagwa promises to 'satisfy needs of the people' this year
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday declared that 2020, which begins today, will be the year of higher productivity, economic growth, job creation and satisfying the needs of the people while committing to ...Published: 01 Jan 2020 at 12:30hrs | 2748 | by Staff Reporter
Jonathan Moyo says 'enough is enough... Mnangagwa fails to take annual leave'
#Zim2020EnoughIsEnough Compatriots, much as I would like to, sadly I'm unable to wish you a happy & prosperous new year not because of anything personal but because happiness & prosper...Published: 01 Jan 2020 at 08:58hrs | 17828 | by Prof Jonathan Moyo
How does psychology essay writing help students understand psychological issues the military have to deal with
It is needless to say that serving in the military has a huge effect on the mental health of a person, especially when they are sent to war zones or places where an ongoing conflict is taking place. T...Published: 30 Dec 2019 at 09:02hrs | 1342 | by Staff Writer
Mnangagwa lines up his Animal Farm ducks 'to count blessings' of rigged elections
It is no secret that both PF Zapu and Zanu PF have each wanted to impose one-party state in Zimbabwe. The compromise position was for the two parties to come together but all past attempts to unite th...Published: 29 Dec 2019 at 23:56hrs | 10039 | by Patrick Guramatunhu
Mnangagwa calls for increased production
President Mnangagwa has called upon all citizens to play their part in increasing production for the realisation of an upper middle income society by 2030.He said this today while addressing h...Published: 29 Dec 2019 at 18:12hrs | 1459 | by Staff Reporter
Dormant African Graduates need the Joshua Maponga Balm
If you have worked very hard to attain your Degree, and you can't get the job you dreamt for, you need to buy a balm called Pastor Joshua Maponga. Pastor Maponga himself is confussed and does not real...Published: 29 Dec 2019 at 18:02hrs | 1274 | by Ryton Dzimiri
Churches, traditional leaders call for unity in Zimbabwe
LOCAL church and traditional leaders say Zimbabweans need to unite in addressing day to day challenges and support the vision of President Emmerson Mnangagwa for the attainment of a middle-income econ...Published: 29 Dec 2019 at 14:45hrs | 2341 | by Staff Reporter
Noose hangs over bigwigs as ZACC sharpens its claws
The anti-corruption drive has moved a gear up towards prosecution of individuals fingered in graft, with fresh revelations the Attorney-General's Office is now being ropped in to team up with the Nati...Published: 29 Dec 2019 at 07:46hrs | 3126 | by Staff Reporter
Mnangagwa headlines thanksgiving service
President Emmerson Mnangagwa today headlines the third annual National Thanksgiving and Dedication Service at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair Grounds in Bulawayo, where he will join thousands of...Published: 29 Dec 2019 at 07:19hrs | 1673 | by Staff Reporter
Through the narrow gate: infertility scars
This is a real life story narrated by an infertile woman Joy, who married a man he loved and had a blissful short stint in marriage before it somersaulted into hell. ...Published: 27 Dec 2019 at 12:16hrs | 2268 | by Heaven Munyuki
My fellow Zimbabweans…
The morning sea breeze from the ocean soon brought me back to life, realising how tens of seconds had passed while I was lost in my own wild day-dream moment going to the office. The firm green grass,...Published: 26 Dec 2019 at 16:09hrs | 2921 | by Robert Sigauke
Beitbridge East MP holds Christmas party with underprivileged in his constituency
Zanu PF legislator for Beitbridge East Albert Nguluvhe has conducted a christmas party for underprivileged families in his constituency.Announcing the party through his constituency update pla...Published: 24 Dec 2019 at 17:34hrs | 1638 | by Stephen Jakes
'Chamisa will never join Polad charade,'
THE opposition MDC says it is committed to "real dialogue" to solve the political and economic crises in the country, but will not be part of President Emmerson Mnangagwa's Political Actors Dialogue (...Published: 24 Dec 2019 at 06:18hrs | 2110 | by Staff reporter
Sadc boss torches Zimbabwe storm
SADC executive secretary Stergomena Tax torched a storm over the weekend after making reference to a story that irked the MDC and left many questioning her impartiality in trying to resolve the Zimbab...Published: 24 Dec 2019 at 06:18hrs | 4684 | by Staff reporter
'Conflicted people stifling anti-graft fight in Zimbabwe'
African Parliamentarians Network against Corruption (APNAC) Zimbabwe chapter chairperson Priscilla Misihairabwi-Mushonga (pictured below) says institutions responsible for fighting corruption in the c...Published: 23 Dec 2019 at 15:51hrs | 526 | by Staff reporter
'No unity to celebrate'
OPPOSITION MDC leader Nelson Chamisa said there was no unity in the country because President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration has failed to unite the people and accused it of persecuting those wit...Published: 23 Dec 2019 at 15:48hrs | 357 | by Staff reporter
MDC to block Zanu-PF's constitutional ammendments
The MDC has said it will use all the available platforms to halt the random constitutional amendments proposed by Zanu-PF, which the opposition party says are moves by the ruling party to consolidate ...Published: 23 Dec 2019 at 15:47hrs | 575 | by Staff reporter
Matabeleland activist cautious over talks
Civic society groups and political parties from Matabeleland have urged former South African president Thabo Mbeki to push for dialogue that will benefit Zimbabweans, instead of protecting the interes...Published: 23 Dec 2019 at 15:40hrs | 220 | by Staff reporter
Close all Prophetic Churches in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe government must close all the prophetic churches in the country for duping the most vulnerable members of our community of their hard-earned cash. There must be guidelines for anyone who want...Published: 23 Dec 2019 at 14:38hrs | 6175 | by Sam Wezhira
Peeping through infertility window
"Give me children ,or i shall die!" demands Rachel. "Am i in the place of God who has witheld from you fruit of the womb?" replies Jacob.This conversation clearly illustrates the tensions whic...Published: 22 Dec 2019 at 17:01hrs | 2705 | by Heaven Munyuki
Chamisa's Unity Day message
Towards a shared Zimbabwean dream The liberation icon, Joshua Nkomo, said at the signing of the Unity Accord in...Published: 22 Dec 2019 at 16:59hrs | 4279 | by Nelson Chamisa
Chiwenga to spend Christmas behind bars
MARRY MUBAIWA CHIWENGA, the estranged wife of Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, will spend Christmas in custody after the High Court postponed her bail and appeal hearings to December 27, to allo...Published: 21 Dec 2019 at 07:59hrs | 3736 | by Staff Reporter
Mnangagwa urges Zimbabweans to be honest and fight corruption
ALL Zimbabweans must adopt a culture of honesty and hard work to curb corruption that has eroded national values, President Mnangagwa said yesterday.He fielded questions from panellists at a s...Published: 21 Dec 2019 at 07:48hrs | 424 | by Staff Reporter
Mat South will never be the same again
The people of Matabeleland South have come up with a unique concept for developing their province through water provision. Amanzi Mat South Co-operative Society is a new Membership based organisation....Published: 20 Dec 2019 at 13:08hrs | 4021 | by Thulani Nkala
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