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Zimbabweans weary of protests
Mark Twain once said 'it is easier to fool people than convince them that they are being fooled' and that is exactly the process a section of Zimbabweans are going through as MDC leader Nelson Chamisa...Published: 14 Nov 2018 at 09:00hrs | 1779 | by Caitlin Kamba
Outrage over military, police testimonies
OPPOSITION parties, civil society and ordinary people reacted with outrage to the testimonies of military and police bosses who tried to exonerate themselves from the post-election violence in which s...Published: 14 Nov 2018 at 05:55hrs | 1905 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe teachers take salary fight to IMF
The Progressive Teachers Union of Zimbabwe will be meeting the International Monetary fund five-member mission on Tuesday to Zimbabwe to discuss labour issues.In a letter written by IMF's Beat...Published: 12 Nov 2018 at 13:47hrs | 2449 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Tsholotsho community build own Zibalongwe Secondary School
BACKGROUND TO THE ZIBALONGWE SECONDARY SCHOOL PROJECTTsholotsho rural district residents at large face serious life challenges which include poverty, crime, unemployment, and a huge number of tee...Published: 12 Nov 2018 at 16:25hrs | 969 | by Staf reporter
Jonathan Moyo clears air on ZIMDEF
Exiled Former G40 Kingpin Professor Jonathan Moyo has come out in the open for the first time to clear air on the allegations that he stole $3 million from the Zimbabwe Manpower Development Fund (Zimd...Published: 12 Nov 2018 at 05:49hrs | 3581 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Zimta, PTUZ in ugly fallout
The Zimbabwe Teachers Association (Zimta) and Progressive Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (PTUZ) are engaged in a war of words emanating from whether or not to engage in collective bargaining with their em...Published: 11 Nov 2018 at 16:29hrs | 1440 | by Staff reporter
Mthuli Ncube tax evokes memories of 2008 crisis in Zimbabwe
When Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa appointed a comparatively youthful, Cambridge-trained economist as finance minister in September, he gave him an almost impossible task: repay billions of ...Published: 11 Nov 2018 at 10:25hrs | 1134 | by Bloomberg
New Zimsec regulations, a nightmare for grade 7 exams
The just ended Grade seven examinations started on a chaotic note following new regulations from the Zimbabwe School Examination Council (Zimsec) which caused logistical problems in the transportation...Published: 11 Nov 2018 at 10:11hrs | 3114 | by Staff reporter
'How Chiwenga, Mnagagwa wanted to kill me' Jonathan Moyo speaks
Exiled Former G40 Kingpin Professor Jonathan Moyo has allehed thatn he is writing a tell all auto biography that will speak to issues relating to ZIMDEF and Gukurahundi. Responding to lawyer A...Published: 11 Nov 2018 at 09:45hrs | 4843 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Schools in USD fees U-turn
A number of private schools that were contemplating charging their fees in foreign currencies are now backtracking on the idea which could have pushed away some of their learners.In the wake o...Published: 10 Nov 2018 at 16:46hrs | 4915 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's govt sabotage teachers' march
Teachers have accused government of sabotaging their march after some headmasters were reportedly directed to hold compulsory meetings with teachers yesterday afternoon to deter them from protesting o...Published: 10 Nov 2018 at 11:50hrs | 2982 | by Staff reporter
Is Zanu PF acting and delivering ???
The victory of ZANU PF is not only to benefit ZANU PF but it benefits the nation. ZANU PF is expected to be coming up with solutions and stop the rot in our economy. The government which was for...Published: 10 Nov 2018 at 11:19hrs | 685 | by Dr Masimba Mavaza
Solar energy plant not yet a boon for locals
MANAMA, Gwanda South - Three years ago, in 2015, when the 200-panel mini-grid solar energy power plant was established in this remote and hot rural community, 140km south of Gwanda town and about 20km...Published: 10 Nov 2018 at 11:17hrs | 661 | by Staff reporter
Police okay teachers' march
Teachers protesting against deteriorating conditions of service have been given the green light by police to picket at Public Service Medical Aid Society (Psmas) and government offices in Harare....Published: 09 Nov 2018 at 15:41hrs | 1116 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's govt divides teachers
Teachers are divided over whether or not to engage in collective bargaining with their employer under the Apex Council - the umbrella body for all civil servants.Zimbabwe has five main unions ...Published: 08 Nov 2018 at 13:47hrs | 4910 | by Staff reporter
Teachers' demo set for 9 November
The Zimbabwe Republic Police have cleared the Progressive Teachers Union of Zimbabwe to conduct a petition march to PSMAS, Ministry of Finance and Ministry of Public Service of 9 November. In ...Published: 07 Nov 2018 at 18:48hrs | 3701 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Mnangagwa's panicky govt meets teachers
Following threats by teachers to down tools on Friday to press for improved working conditions, government has now reached out to the country's educators in a bid to iron out differences.The D...Published: 07 Nov 2018 at 11:01hrs | 5379 | by Staff reporter
Elected officials should shun sense of entitlement
PUBLIC officials in Zimbabwe appear to have increasingly grown a sense of entitlement where they feel, because of their positions, they must have free access to certain amenities and other luxury perk...Published: 07 Nov 2018 at 05:58hrs | 187 | by Editorial - newsday
Civil servants demand US$ salaries
CIVIL servants have demanded salaries in United States dollars following the price increases and rejection of the bond note and electronic transfers by some shop owners and service providers. ...Published: 07 Nov 2018 at 05:53hrs | 1804 | by Staff reporter
Boarding schools face early closure
Most boarding schools in the country are at the verge of shutting down early due to food shortages amid current price hikes.This comes after price hikes disarmed the buying power that many sch...Published: 06 Nov 2018 at 11:39hrs | 3564 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa govt, teachers headed for showdown
Teachers are headed for a showdown with government this week over deteriorating conditions of service as they plan to down tools on Friday and march in protest.Teachers' unions told the Daily ...Published: 06 Nov 2018 at 07:32hrs | 3168 | by Staff reporter
Mutodi's firm accused of duping civil servants
HUNDREDS of civil servants have accused Information deputy minister Energy Mutodi's housing company of duping them of their hard-earned money in a botched housing scheme at Lower Rangemore in Bulawayo...Published: 06 Nov 2018 at 05:47hrs | 3135 | by Staff reporter
Pregnant form 3 student challenges expulsion
A ROW has erupted between a Form 3 pregnant student and school authorities at St Anne's Goto High School in Wedza with the former accusing the administration of violating her rights after expelling he...Published: 06 Nov 2018 at 05:46hrs | 2303 | by Staff reporter
454 schools in Mashonaland West go digital
AT least 454 schools in Mashonaland West Province have so far gone digital as Government is adopting new ways of learning that will lead to the transformation of the country's economy. This is in line...Published: 06 Nov 2018 at 05:24hrs | 206 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean teachers miss out on New Zealand opportunity
New Zealand has announced that it will need at least 850 new teaching staff to handle shortages in the coming year a...Published: 05 Nov 2018 at 09:10hrs | 3084 | by Staff Writer
Teachers to stage street protests in Harare
TEACHERS are this week planning industrial action and street demonstrations to express their dissatisfaction with President Mnangagwa's government which they see as unresponsive to their affairs....Published: 05 Nov 2018 at 06:05hrs | 3898 | by newzimbabwe
Paul Mwazha @100 years: The amazing testimonies
A few days ago, Archbishop Paul Mwazha, the founder & leader of the African Apostolic Church was bestowed with rains of congratulatory messages from distinct churches and our entire body politic f...Published: 04 Nov 2018 at 19:34hrs | 2824 | by Benny Gudo
Timely donation for Samahuru High Combined Science students
Samahuru High School in Tsholotsho District has received aid to make learning Combined Science a bit easier, ...Published: 03 Nov 2018 at 09:09hrs | 330 | by Staff reporter
Pupil's letter to school exposes rapist cousin
A SEVEN-YEAR-OLD girl from Victoria Falls has caused the arrest of her cousin who allegedly raped her sometime last year by writing a letter to the school head demanding justice after her parents alle...Published: 02 Nov 2018 at 06:04hrs | 947 | by Staff reporter
Teachers, Mavhima clash over salaries
Teachers have condemned Primary and Secondary Education minister Paul Mavhima who recently ruled out the possibility of government reviewing teachers' salaries.Addressing members of the Nation...Published: 29 Oct 2018 at 12:32hrs | 2940 | by Staff reporter
Zimsec warns of fake exam papers
THE Zimbabwe School Examinations Council has warned that unscrupulous people are selling "fake examination papers." The fake papers are being sold for as much as $50 per copy. In a statement, ...Published: 29 Oct 2018 at 05:37hrs | 374 | by Staff reporter
Satanism scare at Minda
SUSPECTED satanism cases have rocked one of Matabeleland South's prestigious boarding schools, Minda Girls High at Maphisa Growth Point in Kezi with reports that more than 60 pupils have allegedly bee...Published: 28 Oct 2018 at 08:40hrs | 1033 | by Staff reporter
Teacher introduces e-learning material
A KWEKWE High School History teacher has broken barriers after he introduced e-learning material where students can access material on social media platforms as well internet and cds.Manners M...Published: 28 Oct 2018 at 08:39hrs | 413 | by Staff reporter
No salary increase for Zimbabwe teachers
PRIMARY and Secondary Education minister Paul Mavima has ruled out the possibility of teachers getting a salary hike as government was not in a position to meet that demand, due to stretched resources...Published: 26 Oct 2018 at 07:02hrs | 1661 | by Staff reporter
Chaos at Seke Teachers College
THERE was chaos at Seke Teachers College yesterday after third year students were barred from sitting for their final year examinations due to non-payment of fees.Around 150 students missed th...Published: 24 Oct 2018 at 17:32hrs | 2615 | by Staff reporter
Learning Factory: studying History and modern technology in Zimbabwe
To those studying History at advanced level, there is a way of learning History using the most convenient way made possible. Manners Msongelwa, the current president for the Zimbabwe History Teachers ...Published: 23 Oct 2018 at 20:16hrs | 440 | by Brian Maregedze
Chamisa statement on the prevailing economic, political and humanitarian situation
Fellow Zimbabweans! 1.1 I have taken time to assess the environment in the country to have a first-hand account of the economic, political and humanitarian situation. Indeed,...Published: 23 Oct 2018 at 14:24hrs | 4569 | by Adv. Nelson Chamisa MDC President
Zimbabwe teachers to boycott Zanu-PF businesses
Unions representing teachers are threatening to lobby their members to boycott businesses and products linked to the ruling Zanu-PF elites.Leaders of the country's biggest teachers' unions - t...Published: 23 Oct 2018 at 13:19hrs | 1579 | by Staff reporter
Learning Factory: studying History and modern technology in Zimbabwe
To those studying History at advanced level, there is a way of learning History using the most convenient way made possible. Manners Msongelwa, the current president for the Zimbabwe History Teachers ...Published: 23 Oct 2018 at 12:20hrs | 253 | by Brian Maregedze
Zimbabwe govt doctors demand US$ salaries
Doctors employed by the Zimbabwe government led by the Zimbabwe Hospital Doctors Association (ZHDA) have joined teachers in demanding to be paid their salaries in United States dollars to cushi...Published: 23 Oct 2018 at 06:58hrs | 3894 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe must export unemployed teachers
The Unemployed Teachers Association (UTA) has pleaded with Primary and Secondary Education minister Paul Mavima to make arrangements to export unemployed teachers to countries where their services are...Published: 23 Oct 2018 at 06:34hrs | 1127 | by Staff reporter
Matebeleland North registers unemployed teachers
THE Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education in Matebeleland North is setting up a database of unemployed qualified teachers aspiring to work in the province. The Ministry will today and on...Published: 23 Oct 2018 at 06:20hrs | 640 | by Staff reporter
'Zimbabwe teachers' wages now US$75'
Takavafira Zhou, Progressive Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (PTUZ) president says Zimbabwean teachers' wages have now diminished to a paltry US$75 if converted to the more stable foreign currency....Published: 21 Oct 2018 at 10:15hrs | 3510 | by newzimbabwe
Zimbabwe teachers demand salaries in US$
THE Zimbabwe Teachers Union has demanded that salaries for its members be paid in hard currency and warned that failure by authorities to meet the demand would have dire consequences for the country's...Published: 20 Oct 2018 at 08:29hrs | 3994 | by newzimbabwe
Schools urged to go digital
THE ministry of Primary and Secondary Education is encouraging schools to go digital and develop websites and other learning interactive platforms.Since the early 2000s the government has been...Published: 20 Oct 2018 at 08:23hrs | 186 | by Staff reporter
Guest speakers announced as all roads lead to Manchester for Vuka Byo Vuka
The organisers of UK initiative, Vuka Bulawayo Vuka, have announced a long list of key players in the Zimbabwe diaspora community who will be in attendance at the celebration in Manchester on Saturday...Published: 20 Oct 2018 at 07:03hrs | 682 | by Tidi T C Kwidini
Mnangagwa caps 1719 graduands
Bindura University of Science Education (BUSE) Chancellor President Emmerson Mnangagwa capped 1719 graduates at the university's 17th graduation ceremony today.BUSE Vice-Chancellor Professor E...Published: 19 Oct 2018 at 21:18hrs | 612 | by Staff reporter
ZCTU, why spare Bulawayo council over rates hike
That the United States has not seized a great opportunity to walk the talk on its human rights mantra shows that things are not what they appear to be.It was always too much to expect US Presi...Published: 19 Oct 2018 at 11:32hrs | 535 | by Conway Tutani
ZAOGA: Celebrating 70 years of Non Stop Preaching
The seventy years of non-stop preaching have necessitated the birth and establishment of a great ministry called ZAOGA Forward In Faith Ministries International. ZAOGA FIF has various ministri...Published: 19 Oct 2018 at 08:09hrs | 610 | by Brian Mutembedza
Useless Zimsec fails to design a timetable, O-Level exam papers clash
ORDINARY Level Accounts, Economics and Business Studies candidates are today set to sit all the three papers after taking a break of only 20 minutes following a clash in the examination timetable. ...Published: 19 Oct 2018 at 06:31hrs | 1127 | by Staff reporter
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