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The cancel culture is misogynistic. Mokoena must be silenced by Zanu PF!
The political culture of South Africa is not interchangeable with that of Zimbabwean political landscape. These two countries are different even in the processes of gaining their political independenc...Published: 7 hrs ago | 274 | by Nomazulu Thata
Why does Mnangagwa seem more hurt by BDP's defeat than Masisi himself?
In the aftermath of Botswana's recent elections, the landscape of Southern African politics has shifted dramatically. The long-standing Botswana Democratic Party (BDP), which had been in power...Published: 7 hrs ago | 437 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Don't you feel envious seeing democracy at work in neighboring countries, Mr. Mnangagwa?
Zimbabwe stands as a glaring anomaly in a region where democratic transitions have become the norm. Since gaining independence in 1980, the country has never experienced a smooth transfer of p...Published: 7 hrs ago | 110 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
'Zanu-PF is next,' says Oppenheimer bankrolled Maimane
South African opposition leader Mmusi Maimane who receive millions from the Oppenheimers has issued a stark warning to Zimbabwe's ruling party, Zanu-PF, suggesting that it may soon face a similar fate...Published: 23 hrs ago | 2133 | by Staff reporter
Gwanda residents face water crisis amid persistent power cuts
Residents of Gwanda town are expressing deep concern over a severe water shortage exacerbated by ongoing power cuts affecting the entire nation. The situation has become critical, with many going with...Published: 23 hrs ago | 135 | by Staff reporter
ZIPRA veterans reflect on Soviet training
Former Zimbabwe People's Revolutionary Army (ZIPRA) fighters, who trained in the Soviet Union, gathered in Bulawayo on Thursday for a poignant exhibition that celebrated their contributions to the arm...Published: 23 hrs ago | 433 | by Staff reporter
Zapu's request to honour Dabengwa stalls at Coltart led council
A request by the Zimbabwe African People's Union (Zapu) to name a street in Bulawayo after the late liberation icon Dumiso Dabengwa remains unaddressed at the local council offices. The proposal, init...Published: 03 Nov 2024 at 10:20hrs | 462 | by Staff reporter
Normal to above-normal rainfall still expected in ZImbabwe
Zimbabwe's Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has reaffirmed its forecast for normal to above-normal rainfall during this year's summer cropping season, despite reports suggesting a potential we...Published: 03 Nov 2024 at 10:03hrs | 286 | by Staff reporter
British Lord lampoons Zimbabwe for congratulating Botswana's opposition
In a scathing response, Lord Jonathan Oates, a member of the United Kingdom's House of Lords, has condemned Zimbabwean government spokesperson Ndabaningi Mangwana for congratulating Botswana's opposit...Published: 02 Nov 2024 at 08:49hrs | 2487 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa overjoyed by Botswana's UDC election victory
Botswana's recent electoral shift has drawn praise from former Zimbabwean opposition leader Nelson Chamisa, who commended the country's outgoing president, Mokgweetsi Masisi, for his concession and sm...Published: 02 Nov 2024 at 08:46hrs | 1008 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean activist engages Hichilema to cancel Chivayo linked tender
Zimbabwean activists based in South Africa have called on Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema to block Ren-Form, a South African printing company, from supplying election materials in Zambia's upcomi...Published: 02 Nov 2024 at 08:43hrs | 1424 | by Staff reporter
How Bulawayo's townships reflect city's rich Ndebele heritage
IN 1894, Bulawayo had just one African township. Today, the city boasts close to twenty townships in the western suburbs. Bulawayo's first African township was Makokoba, also known as the "Location" o...Published: 02 Nov 2024 at 08:39hrs | 416 | by Fredrick Qaphelani Mabikwa
High rainfall recorded in Tsholotsho
Zimbabwe received significant rainfall as isolated thunderstorms continue across the country, with the heaviest rainfall recorded in Kariba at 109mm. Other areas that saw substantial rainfall include ...Published: 02 Nov 2024 at 08:37hrs | 5367 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa congratulates incoming Botswana leader
President Emmerson Mnangagwa, who also serves as the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Chairperson, yesterday congratulated Botswana's President-elect, Mr. Duma Boko, following his victory...Published: 02 Nov 2024 at 08:36hrs | 284 | by Staff reporter
Why UDC's victory is not a blueprint for Zimbabwe's opposition
The recent political landscape in Southern Africa has been marked by significant shifts, with the Botswana Democratic Party (BDP) conceding defeat to the United Democratic Congress (UDC) led by Duma B...Published: 01 Nov 2024 at 17:03hrs | 2311 | by Tinotenda Gacha
Botswana's ruling party loses power after six decades
Botswana's governing party has suffered a shock election defeat after nearly six decades in power, preliminary election results show.President Mokgweetsi Masisi's Botswana Democratic Party (BD...Published: 01 Nov 2024 at 06:51hrs | 1475 | by Staff reporter
Shona, 14 other African languages added on Google's services
Google Speech, in partnership with the research team based at the AI Research Center in Accra, Ghana, has announced the launch of Voice Search, talk-to-type on Gboard and voice input on Translate for ...Published: 01 Nov 2024 at 06:51hrs | 579 | by Staff reporter
Prophet Magaya launches 10,000-seater stadium project in Kwekwe
Yadah FC owner Prophet Walter Magaya has unveiled a major development project to build a 10,000-seater stadium, Chahwanda Stadium, in Kwekwe, aimed at hosting both local and international football mat...Published: 01 Nov 2024 at 06:30hrs | 324 | by Staff reporter
Britain should have compensated Zimbabwe first!
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has stated that Britain should have compensated Zimbabwe before the southern African country addresses compensation for white commercial farmers regarding improvements mad...Published: 31 Oct 2024 at 16:42hrs | 794 | by Staff reporter
Chinese Steel Plant: Zimbabwe's economic boon
Zimbabwe is aiming to be home to Africa's largest steel plant, but disputes over the project continue even as it ramps up production.Over the past few months, villagers have been accusing the ...Published: 31 Oct 2024 at 06:53hrs | 7626 | by Staff reporter
Economy registers three-year growth, says Prof Ncube
Zimbabwe has sustained robust economic growth over the past three years, averaging an impressive 6.8 percent annually, despite significant currency fluctuations, Finance, Economic Development, and Inv...Published: 31 Oct 2024 at 06:48hrs | 89 | by Staff reporter
If Smith was an oppressor, then what is Mnangagwa?
As I sit here, my work at a standstill due to the daily power outages we are experiencing in Zimbabwe, most times going for 15 hours or more a day, I can not help wondering.What has this suppo...Published: 30 Oct 2024 at 22:17hrs | 831 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zanu-PF wants to rename Zimbabwe's provinces
The ruling Zanu-PF party has called for the renaming of Zimbabwe's provinces, aiming to eliminate colonial-era names that have historically fueled division among the population. This resolution emerge...Published: 30 Oct 2024 at 08:01hrs | 4592 | by Staff reporter
Coldplay's Chris Martin grew up in Zimbabwe
Coldplay fans are only just discovering where frontman Chris Martin spent a lot of time growing up – and they reckon it makes ‘so much sense'.Love them or hate them, Coldplay have establis...Published: 30 Oct 2024 at 07:59hrs | 1143 | by Staff reporter
One-stop-shop for Victoria Falls road upgrade
The Zimbabwean government has established a one-stop-shop to streamline coordination between key stakeholders and expedite the finalisation of a concession agreement for the rehabilitation of the Beit...Published: 30 Oct 2024 at 07:54hrs | 1141 | by Staff reporter
Botswana vote shaken up by angry ex-president
Botswana holds a presidential election on Wednesday energised by a campaign by one previous head-of-state to unseat his handpicked successor whose first term has seen rising discontent amid a downturn...Published: 29 Oct 2024 at 09:21hrs | 3290 | by AFP
'US sanctions trapping Zimbabwe to remain second-class'
Palestine's ambassador to Zimbabwe, Tamer Almassri, has criticized the intensifying economic sanctions imposed by the United States, stating that they contribute to Zimbabweans remaining second-class ...Published: 29 Oct 2024 at 07:42hrs | 135 | by Staff reporter
ZPC Hwange joins ZPC Kariba in PSL
ZPC Hwange have officially secured promotion to the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League (PSL), boasting an unassailable 14-point lead in the Southern Region Division One League with just four rounds re...Published: 29 Oct 2024 at 07:35hrs | 165 | by Staff reporter
CCC activist sues Kazembe over unlawful arrest
Human rights activist Robson Chere has taken legal action against Home Affairs Minister Kazembe Kazembe and Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe (CAAZ) Director General Elijah Chingosho, serving them ...Published: 28 Oct 2024 at 07:07hrs | 341 | by Staff reporter
UK-based miner identifies potential gold in Matebeleland North
United Kingdom-based miner Ariana Resources Plc has announced promising developments at its Dokwe Gold project located in the Tsholotsho District, approximately 110 kilometers west of Bulawayo, Zimbab...Published: 28 Oct 2024 at 07:03hrs | 551 | by Staff reporter
Gwayi-Tshangani dam is a tale of unfulfilled promises
The Zimbabwean government has once again delayed the completion deadline for the Gwayi-Shangani Dam, now pushing it to 2026, leaving residents of Bulawayo in a precarious situation as the city grapple...Published: 28 Oct 2024 at 07:02hrs | 300 | by Staff reporter
Cheap mobile and fintech innovator a solution for the Zimbabwe market
Greydot Telecommunications Zimbabwe, a subsidiary of Greydot Telecommunications Africa, is making significant strides in the telecommunications and fintech landscape across Southern Africa. Establishe...Published: 27 Oct 2024 at 14:32hrs | 758 | by Staff reporter
Prophet Magaya launches Zimbabwewide tour for his ZIFA Presidency bid
Prophet Walter Magaya, the leader of the Prophetic Healing and Deliverance (PHD) Ministries, is on a nationwide tour aimed at garnering support for his candidacy in the upcoming Zimbabwe Football Asso...Published: 27 Oct 2024 at 13:09hrs | 1638 | by Staff reporter
IMF cautions Zimbabwe
ZIMBABWE won't solve its economic challenges via the gold-backed ZiG currency that it launched in April and has since had to devalue, the International Monetary Fund said."There's a tendency t...Published: 27 Oct 2024 at 12:30hrs | 4002 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe takes sanctions fight to US Congress
The Government of Zimbabwe is contemplating sending a high-level parliamentary delegation to the United States Congress to advocate for the repeal of the Zimbabwe Democracy and Economic Recovery Amend...Published: 27 Oct 2024 at 12:19hrs | 211 | by Staff reporter
Muppet Starmer says Israel has the right, Iran should not respond
In a call for calm amidst escalating military tensions in the Middle East, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has urged Iran not to retaliate following Israel's airstrikes targeting military sites in Iran...Published: 26 Oct 2024 at 16:42hrs | 940 | by Staff reporter
Safety of Zimbabweans in Botswana has been guaranteed
The safety of Zimbabwean nationals residing legally in Botswana has been guaranteed by local authorities following diplomatic discussions with the Zimbabwean Embassy in Gaborone. The Embassy intervene...Published: 26 Oct 2024 at 12:47hrs | 192 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF wreaks havoc in Sadc
The ruling Zanu-PF party has come under fire for allegedly attempting to manipulate election outcomes across the Southern African region, with accusations of interference surfacing in Botswana, Namibi...Published: 26 Oct 2024 at 12:45hrs | 275 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa claims sanctions affecting 2030 agenda
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has stated that sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe are severely hampering his government's Vision 2030 agenda by restricting access to international financial support. His rema...Published: 26 Oct 2024 at 12:44hrs | 139 | by Staff reporter
China urges Western countries to lift illegal sanctions on Zimbabwe
China urges the very few Western countries, including the United States, and organizations to lift their decades-long illegal sanctions on Zimbabwe, China's Foreign Ministry spokesman Lin Jian said at...Published: 25 Oct 2024 at 17:15hrs | 243 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe govt officials accused of land grab at Kanondo
Government officials have been accused of seizing land in the Kanondo area of Matabeleland North, designated for relocating villagers from Lubimbi to make way for the Gwayi-Tshangani Dam catchment are...Published: 25 Oct 2024 at 14:39hrs | 297 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa blasts US for crippling Zimbabwe's economy
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has expressed grave concern over the suffering endured by ordinary Zimbabweans due to economic sanctions, despite these measures being targeted at specific individuals. Hi...Published: 25 Oct 2024 at 08:53hrs | 531 | by Staff reporter
Mozambique's ruling party wins landslide in disputed poll
Mozambique's ruling party, Frelimo, has won the country's divisive, violence-marred election, extending its 49-year grip on power in the southern African nation, according to official results....Published: 25 Oct 2024 at 08:52hrs | 507 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe, SA to meet over road accidents
Zimbabwean and South African officials will meet next week to address the rising issue of road traffic accidents and strengthen regulations surrounding the transportation of dangerous goods between th...Published: 25 Oct 2024 at 08:43hrs | 371 | by Staff reporgter
StarLink terminals sold out in Zimbabwe capital
Elon Musk's Starlink terminals sold out in Zimbabwe's capital of Harare, less than two months after receiving permission from authorities to operate in the southern African nation.Harare now j...Published: 24 Oct 2024 at 16:24hrs | 1688 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa's allies say Mnangagwa jumped the gun on Mozambique elections
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has come under fire for potentially undermining the credibility of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) after he publicly endorsed the election results in Moz...Published: 24 Oct 2024 at 08:02hrs | 915 | by Staff reporter
The real story behind Britain's withdrawal from Zimbabwe's land reform: Exposing corruption and mismanagement
AS SOUTHERN Africa approaches another 'SADC Anti-Sanctions Day,' the Zimbabwean government is once again amplifying the narrative that economic sanctions, particularly from Western countries like the ...Published: 23 Oct 2024 at 20:37hrs | 844 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
SADC in a mess
The brutal killing of opposition lawyer Elvino Dias and a party official, Paulo Guambe, on Saturday in Mozambique puts a gloomy picture on the region. Instead of engaging in such horrific activities, ...Published: 23 Oct 2024 at 19:27hrs | 431 | by Leonard Koni
Zanu-PF rubbishes Ian Khama's electoral accusations
The ruling Zanu-PF party has firmly dismissed accusations from former Botswana President Ian Khama, who alleged that the party interfered in electoral processes across the region to support fellow rul...Published: 23 Oct 2024 at 11:31hrs | 686 | by Staff reporter
'Mnangagwa's celebration of FRELIMO victory premature'
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa has extended a premature congratulatory message to Mozambique's ruling party, FRELIMO, following disputed election results that have intensified political tensi...Published: 23 Oct 2024 at 07:58hrs | 1450 | by Staff reporter
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