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Tagwirei supporters hit back at Mutsvangwa
Allies of local business magnate Dr. Kudakwashe Tagwirei have launched a spirited defence of the controversial tycoon, following sharp criticism from Zanu-PF spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa. The g...Published: 16 hrs ago | 580 | by Staff reporter
'Mutsvangwa of abusing Tagwirei for selfish political agenda
Former Zanu-PF Mashonaland West provincial chairman and ex-Norton independent legislator Themba Mliswa has accused party spokesperson Christopher Mutsvangwa of pursuing a personal political agenda by ...Published: 19 hrs ago | 597 | by Staff reporter
ZIFA unveils new warriors jersey
The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has announced the winner of its national design competition for the new Warriors jersey, with local designer Gallant claiming the top prize.The competi...Published: 22 Jul 2025 at 10:36hrs | 468 | by Staff reporter
Tagwirei has constitutional right to aspire for presidency - Pastor
Prominent cleric and former Zimbabwe National Army chaplain, Pastor Solomon Ndlovu of Holy Spirit Ministries, has defended businessman Kudakwashe Tagwirei, asserting that he has a constitutional right...Published: 21 Jul 2025 at 15:18hrs | 1265 | by Staff Reporter
Free Methodist Church of Zimbabwe reunites after 20 years of division
After nearly two decades of division caused by internal leadership disputes, the Free Methodist Church of Zimbabwe has officially reunited, marking a historic moment of healing and reconciliation for ...Published: 21 Jul 2025 at 12:29hrs | 342 | by Staff reporter
Mysterious black chicken causes stir at court
Feathers flew and tongues wagged last Monday when a mysterious black chicken wearing a red scarf strutted confidently into the Kwekwe Magistrates Court yard, as if it owned the place.The unexp...Published: 21 Jul 2025 at 12:15hrs | 916 | by Staff reporter
Rev. Dongo, so you'll gladly accept cash from the Devil just to avoid looking for money?
As the saying goes, the love of money is the root of all evil - and it seems some so-called "churches" are finding that temptation far too irresistible.It is astonishing - and frankly heartbre...Published: 19 Jul 2025 at 09:19hrs | 1003 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Is this health justice or state overreach?
In the swiftly evolving drama of Zimbabwean healthcare, a new bill in Parliament has stirred both hope and alarm. The Medical Services Amendment Bill, championed by Justice and Parliamentary Affairs M...Published: 19 Jul 2025 at 09:10hrs | 1317 | by Kumbirai Thierry Nhamo
Aids council focuses on street dwellers
PEOPLE living on the streets are recording a high default rate on antiretroviral treatment (ART), largely due to inconsistent access to medication and challenges in adhering to the treatment regimen, ...Published: 17 Jul 2025 at 09:02hrs | 221 | by Staff reporter
Madluphuthu dies
Renowned actor and comedian Oscar Mgudlwa, fondly known as Madluphuthu, has died.The actor, who had recently joined eTV's The Black Door, passed away at the age of 50.Details of what c...Published: 16 Jul 2025 at 19:21hrs | 1731 | by Staff reporter
Inmates trade sugar, porridge for weed
GWANDA - Two serving prison inmates, Hloniphani Mkwananzi (42) and Tiisetse Ngulube, have been sentenced to 15 months in prison for trading food items received from relatives in exchange for cannabis....Published: 16 Jul 2025 at 16:01hrs | 548 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Woman steals US$5k, uses loot to pay sangoma in bid to avoid arrest
A 33-year-old woman from Penhalonga has been convicted of stealing US$5,000 from her employer and using part of the stolen cash to pay a traditional healer in a desperate attempt to avoid arrest throu...Published: 16 Jul 2025 at 13:13hrs | 465 | by Staff reporter
Mnanganwa congratulates Sables after Kenya victory
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has congratulated Zimbabwe's senior men's rugby team, the Sables, following their narrow but spirited 26-23 victory over Kenya in the semi-finals of the 2025 Rugby Africa ...Published: 13 Jul 2025 at 17:31hrs | 312 | by Staff reporter
Prophet demands US$6K from stranger's dead dad's 'spiritual debt'
A self-styled prophet who claimed divine powers to extort money from a woman over a fabricated debt allegedly owed by her deceased father has been convicted and sentenced to community service in a cas...Published: 13 Jul 2025 at 16:09hrs | 450 | by Staff reporter
King Munhumutapa unveils self-drafted 'constitution'
Bogus king in another daring actStandardSelf-styled King Munhumutapa, born Timothy Chiminya, has once again stirred controversy by unveiling a self-drafted "constitution" last week that outlin...Published: 13 Jul 2025 at 11:32hrs | 165 | by Staff reporter
Fadzayi Mahere v Edmund Kudzayi - Plea to set aside proceedings
Return correspondence to the address on record (Ref: .H4531/22). High Court of Zimbabwe Civil Division Mapondera Building Corner 3rd Street & Samora Machel Aven...Published: 11 Jul 2025 at 10:03hrs | 1262 | by Edmund Kudzayi
Old Mutual high school quiz finals kick off
After months of fierce academic competition across zonal and provincial stages, the much-anticipated finals of the Old Mutual High School Quiz have officially begun in Harare. Finalist teams from acro...Published: 10 Jul 2025 at 17:02hrs | 120 | by Staff reporter
WATCH: Zhakata returns with powerful song 'Inguva'
Legendary Zimbabwean musician Leonard Karikoga Zhakata has released a new single titled Inguva, marking a major moment for his devoted fans and reaffirming his influence in Zimbabwe's musical landscap...Published: 10 Jul 2025 at 16:10hrs | 534 | by Staff reporter
Man acquitted after killing his 'possessed' mother in witchcraft row
A 47-year-old man who fatally assaulted his mother during a violent confrontation sparked by allegations of witchcraft walked free on Monday after a Bulawayo magistrate ruled that he acted in self-def...Published: 09 Jul 2025 at 10:19hrs | 621 | by Staff reporter
Legal showdown brews between Mahere and Tinoda Machakaire
A legal and political battle is heating up between prominent lawyer and former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) spokesperson Fadzayi Mahere and Minister of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocati...Published: 08 Jul 2025 at 19:44hrs | 710 | by Staff reporter
CCC abandoned Sikhala during jail time
In a dramatic and emotional moment during the Bulawayo launch of Job Sikhala's memoir, "Footprints in the Chains – The Life Story of Job Sikhala," Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) legislator for ...Published: 08 Jul 2025 at 09:57hrs | 655 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean prophet claims to raise woman from the dead
Six years after the world watched in disbelief as a Congolese pastor staged a fake resurrection in South Africa, a Zimbabwean self-styled prophet, T Mapisarema, has triggered controversy with his own ...Published: 08 Jul 2025 at 09:56hrs | 542 | by Staff reporter
Prophet jailed for sex with minor(s) seeking journey mercy
CHIPINGE - A 28-year-old predatory prophet will serve an effective 10-year jail term after Chipinge regional court sentenced him on two counts for having sexual intercourse with two minors (including ...Published: 08 Jul 2025 at 09:02hrs | 534 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
It's time Zimbabwe redefined who we call a national hero
The recent declaration of the late ZESA executive chairman, Sydney Gata, as a national hero has once again reignited a longstanding and deeply divisive debate in Zimbabwe. At the core of ...Published: 07 Jul 2025 at 11:07hrs | 612 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Church summons police, politicians over drugs menace
The St John Apostolic Church of the Whole World has called on politicians and Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) to intensity fight against drugs and substances abuse scourge amongst communities, with the...Published: 07 Jul 2025 at 10:44hrs | 170 | by Gideon Madzikatidze in Hwedza
New waterfall discovery in Zimbabwe sparks tourism excitement
Chimanimani, long known for its breathtaking natural wonders such as the majestic Bridal Veil Falls, the iconic Chimanimani Mountains, and the serene Hot Springs, has added a new gem to its portfolio ...Published: 06 Jul 2025 at 12:33hrs | 41876 | by Staff reporter
'King Munhumutapa' to know his fate
The Harare Magistrates' Court is set to deliver a ruling tomorrow on an application by self-proclaimed King Munhumutapa, Timothy Chiminya, seeking to have charges of undermining President Emmerson Mna...Published: 06 Jul 2025 at 10:20hrs | 170 | by Staff reporter
War vets to resist zvigananda's Zanu-PF takeover
War veterans have pledged to resist what they describe as attempts by businesspeople of questionable morals to seize control of Zanu-PF, amid rising concerns over the growing influence of money in lea...Published: 06 Jul 2025 at 10:17hrs | 390 | by Staff reporter
New mall opens in Bulawayo CBD
A vibrant new business mall has opened in the heart of Bulawayo's Central Business District (CBD), aiming to ignite entrepreneurship, celebrate African culture, and stimulate local economic growth....Published: 05 Jul 2025 at 16:56hrs | 1656 | by Staff reporter
Sangoma has a message for Mnangagwa
Munetsi Masheedze, widely known as Murandawashe, has resurfaced with a familiar declaration — he says he has a message for the President of Zimbabwe, this time Emmerson Mnangagwa, claiming it is fro...Published: 05 Jul 2025 at 10:16hrs | 580 | by Staff reporter
No one is above criticism - not even the President
Democracy has always been too heavy a burden for weak, insecure leaders.The recent arrest of The Zimbabwe Independent editor, Faith Zaba, on allegations of "undermining the authority of the pr...Published: 04 Jul 2025 at 22:44hrs | 617 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Chamisa issues a signal for 'next Zimbabwe'
Nelson Chamisa has issued a passionate appreciation message to Zimbabweans, reaffirming his commitment to the country's democratic struggle and signalling a renewed strategy for political change follo...Published: 03 Jul 2025 at 13:21hrs | 1685 | by Staff reporter
Herbert Nkala to step down
OK Zimbabwe Limited (OKZL), the retail giant listed on the Zimbabwe Stock Exchange (ZSE), has announced that its long-serving Board Chairman, Mr Herbert Nkala, will not seek re-election as Director an...Published: 03 Jul 2025 at 12:36hrs | 618 | by Staff reporter
Nestle Zimbabwe ramps up CEREVITA production
Nestle Zimbabwe has ramped up production of its iconic breakfast cereal, CEREVITA, following a US$7 million investment aimed at modernising local manufacturing and meeting surging demand both at home ...Published: 03 Jul 2025 at 09:44hrs | 376 | by Staff reporter
Chivayo claims US$79 million private jet purchase
Flamboyant and controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo has stirred social media once again after claiming to have splashed a staggering US$79 million on a brand-new Gulfstream G700 private jet, one...Published: 02 Jul 2025 at 18:19hrs | 1137 | by Staff reporter
Minnie pays tribute to Chiwenga on his birthday
Vice President Constantino Chiwenga received a deeply personal and moving birthday tribute from his wife, Minnie Baloyi, as he marked another year of life....Published: 02 Jul 2025 at 16:06hrs | 961 | by Staff reporter
Jesus, not 'divine apples', is the source of our blessings
Must Christians be the most easily deceived people on earth?It is both heartbreaking and infuriating to witness how the Christian faith is being manipulated and commercialized in Zimbabwe unde...Published: 02 Jul 2025 at 10:07hrs | 295 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe remembers Dr Joshua Nkomo, 26 years on
Today marks 26 years since the passing of Dr Joshua Mqabuko Nyongolo Nkomo, affectionately known as "Father Zimbabwe," with the nation pausing to reflect on the enduring legacy of the late liberat...Published: 01 Jul 2025 at 17:59hrs | 388 | by Staff reporter
Student gets car for 8As at O'level
A student who achieved eight As in his 2024 O-Level examinations has received a car as a reward for his exceptional academic performance, thanks to a unique initiative by Emmanuel Fellowship Church....Published: 01 Jul 2025 at 12:40hrs | 15551 | by Staff reporter
Confusion as Bosso acting CEO retracts resignation
Highlanders Football Club has confirmed that Kindman Ndlovu will continue serving as the club's Acting Chief Executive Officer after retracting his resignation, which had sparked confusion among stake...Published: 01 Jul 2025 at 12:25hrs | 292 | by Staff reporter
Prophet Magaya's apple anointing sparks social media frenzy
Zimbabwean preacher Prophet Walter Magaya has once again set tongues wagging online after images emerged of him praying over and anointing crates of apples, sparking a flood of humorous and skeptical ...Published: 29 Jun 2025 at 18:54hrs | 623 | by Staff reporter
Pearls cast before a swine: does not know what to do with them
Power was trust upon him: Chamisa was literally given power by former President Tsvangirai on his death bed. He was terminally ill; it was a matter of days and hours; Tsvangirai died leaving Chamisa b...Published: 29 Jun 2025 at 12:31hrs | 397 | by Nomazulu Thata
Job Sikhala reunites divided Zimbabwe opposition leaders
In a historic and unprecedented gathering, Zimbabwe's long-divided opposition leaders came together on Friday night, sharing the same stage and microphone in a unified call to end Zanu-PF's decades-lo...Published: 29 Jun 2025 at 12:18hrs | 2268 | by Staff reporter
4 year mystery: Family discovers missing cop's grave through spirit revelation
A decades-old mystery surrounding the disappearance of a Bulawayo-based police officer may finally be drawing to a close, after his family was reportedly led to a shallow grave by a spirit-possessed g...Published: 29 Jun 2025 at 12:14hrs | 1361 | by Staff reporter
Ian Khama compares Zimbabwe to colonial Rhodesia
Former Botswana president Ian Khama launched a scathing critique of Zimbabwe's ruling Zanu PF and government leadership during the launch of opposition politician Job Sikhala's book, Footprints in the...Published: 29 Jun 2025 at 11:26hrs | 820 | by Staff reporter
Ex-ZPRA commander urges govt to rebury forgotten heroes
A former regional commander of the Zimbabwe People's Revolutionary Army (ZPRA) has made a passionate appeal to the government to prioritise the reburial of fallen liberation war fighters whose remains...Published: 29 Jun 2025 at 11:14hrs | 125 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa opens up on Zanu-PF agent allegations
Former opposition leader Nelson Chamisa has finally responded to persistent and long-running rumours accusing him of secretly working with ZANU-PF, describing the claims as "profitless gossip" and enc...Published: 28 Jun 2025 at 15:18hrs | 1326 | by Staff reporter
Masowe's Big 5 leader dies
The Johanne Masowe Echishanu apostolic sect is mourning the loss of one of its most respected elders, Madzibaba Mathias Nyakudya, who passed away in the early hours of Friday at his home in Domboshava...Published: 28 Jun 2025 at 14:52hrs | 213 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe Parliament must tackle language chauvinism
One of Zimbabwe's most corrosive societal ills, language chauvinism, is rearing its head in the very institution tasked with representing unity and national interests: Parliament. What should be a dig...Published: 26 Jun 2025 at 13:56hrs | 253 | by Staff reporter
Thabani Mpofu against Tagwirei's influence in SDA
Growing frustration is simmering within the Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Church amid accusations that the institution is being used as a political platform by ZANU-PF benefactor Kudakwashe Tagwirei. Th...Published: 26 Jun 2025 at 09:11hrs | 262 | by Staff reporter
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