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Zimbabwe blow as Britain scraps dependent visa for migrant workers
Zimbabweans hoping to migrate to the United Kingdom to take up better paying job opportunities under the rich country's health and social care sector have been dealt a blow after authorities in London...Published: 2 hrs ago | 482 | by Staff reporter
Mthuli Ncube targets revenue from backyard chicken producers, informal businesses
Unregistered small businesses reaping profits from the country's money-spinning environment could soon find themselves elbowed out of the supply chain, finance minister Mthuli Ncube said recently, as ...Published: 04 Dec 2023 at 06:53hrs | 7336 | by Staff reporter
Joyride with a corpse woman jailed 25 years
A BULAWAYO woman who connived with her late boyfriend and killed her friend following an all-night beer-drinking binge before they went on a joyride with the corpse, was yesterday sentenced to an effe...Published: 04 Dec 2023 at 04:45hrs | 692 | by Staff reporter
Highlanders' strike force worst in history
HIGHLANDERS Football Club this year scored the least number of goals in a Premier Soccer League (PSL) season in which they found the target 24 times in 34 matches.This was the worst strike rat...Published: 03 Dec 2023 at 10:34hrs | 42 | by Staff reporter
Mthuli Ncube's 2024 budget a 'mass misery'
OPPOSITION legislators yesterday accused Finance minister, Mthuli Ncube, of condemning millions of citizens to a life of misery with an anti-people budget containing a basket of tax increases beginnin...Published: 01 Dec 2023 at 04:59hrs | 1435 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa played a part in the formulation of the 2024 national budget
FINANCE minister Mthuli Ncube yesterday revealed that President Emmerson Mnangagwa played a part in the formulation of the 2024 national budget to be presented in Parliament this afternoon.Ncu...Published: 30 Nov 2023 at 06:57hrs | 966 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's economic crisis threatens budding blueberry sector
Zimbabwe's blueberry production, one of the country's fastest-growing crops, is under threat from a currency crisis and high borrowing costs, an industry body said.Global consumption of the bl...Published: 27 Nov 2023 at 18:25hrs | 187 | by Staff reporter
Ramaphosa wipes out political opponents
President Cyril Ramaphosa seems to have wiped out his political opponents by what many deem is the use of state organs to fight political battles. Arrests seem to have dampened the energy of the "RET ...Published: 27 Nov 2023 at 05:10hrs | 3084 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe back to 20-hour power cuts
Zimbabwe is once again grappling with 20-hour power cuts, with no solution in sight until 2025 at the earliest."It's a long road ahead," Energy Minister Edgar Moyo said.Zimbabwe's peak...Published: 18 Nov 2023 at 19:42hrs | 2514 | by Staff reporter
Kadewere set for bigger role
ZIMBABWE national team striker Tino Kadewere is expected to play a more prominent role when the Warriors square up against the Super Eagles of Nigeria in their second World Cup qualifier at Huye Stadi...Published: 17 Nov 2023 at 05:03hrs | 240 | by Staff reporter
CCC: A political project, or just a weakling?
OPPOSITION Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), has been plunged into chaos again following recent recalls that have culminated in by-elections this coming December. Most are wondering, with all the l...Published: 12 Nov 2023 at 16:55hrs | 876 | by Tapiwa Gomo
Who can Chamisa send to meet SADC presidents in the current crop of MPs?
I agree with you, the name CCC is gone, but the support remains, but that too is becoming demoralised with the lack of action to protect the votes.Nelson Chamisa is the most popular politician...Published: 09 Nov 2023 at 21:27hrs | 2031 | by Hopewell Chin'ono
Zimbabwe accused of blocking nurses from taking jobs abroad
Struggling to survive on her meagre salary, Zimbabwean nurse Jane decided to start a new life abroad but, one year after landing a job in Britain, she is still waiting to pack her bags.Jane is...Published: 09 Nov 2023 at 05:59hrs | 995 | by Staff reporter
Rahman Gumbo sacked
FORMER Warriors and Highlanders FC coach Rahman Gumbo has been sacked by Botswana outfit Morupule Wanderers after a string of poor results. His side had managed three draws and three defeats i...Published: 09 Nov 2023 at 05:52hrs | 499 | by Staff reporter
Our newspapers don't tell the whole ugly truth
It's no secret that our newspapers often fail to present the whole truth, especially when it comes to the actions of the administration in power. This should come as no surprise to anyone who has trul...Published: 06 Nov 2023 at 15:29hrs | 738 | by Kumbirai Thierry Nhamo
Devolution funds transform Shurugwi health sector
Shurugwi's health sector witnesses a remarkable transformation through the impact of devolution funds. The Totonga community in Shurugwi is the latest beneficiary, celebrating the recent completion an...Published: 05 Nov 2023 at 14:20hrs | 304 | by Staff Reporter
Chevrons embarassed in Namibia
The Zimbabwe national cricket team began their five-match T-20 series in Windhoek with a defeat against the host, Namibia. The tourists had an uncharacteristically tough day with the bat, scoring just...Published: 25 Oct 2023 at 06:44hrs | 163 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa tells restive CCC supporters to take it easy
CITIZENS Coalition for Change (CCC) President Nelson Chamisa has advised his supporters, agitating for "action" to take it easy.Opposition supporters have been clamouring for Chamisa to 'give ...Published: 14 Oct 2023 at 07:35hrs | 2303 | by Staff reporter
Ngidlaliswe amatope mina?
Reading Edward GibbonWhere is God bakithi?Edward Gibbon is no writer for easy readers. Yet he is so important to Britain's governing myth. No wonder why every British-born Prime Minist...Published: 14 Oct 2023 at 07:21hrs | 275 | by @Jamwanda2
Mapeza maintains his cool
Despite narrowing the gap between them and the league leaders, Ngezi Platinum, FC Platinum coach Norman Mapeza is maintaining a cautious approach as the title race intensifies.FC Platinum secu...Published: 10 Oct 2023 at 05:59hrs | 189 | by Staff reporter
Hyena attacks five; rips off lips, limb
TWO victims of human-wildlife conflict are battling for their lives in hospital after being mauled by a vicious hyena in the Zuze area of Makoni District in incidents that happened last week on Thursd...Published: 08 Oct 2023 at 10:09hrs | 1313 | by Staff reporter
Telling my Access Finance story
FOLLOWING a recent public announcement by Access Finance Group, a local remittance and financial services company, that its chief executive Singathini Raymond Chigogwana is retiring and would be repla...Published: 05 Oct 2023 at 15:07hrs | 391 | by Senziwani Sikhosana
U.S. falling behind China in Africa's lithium industry?
THE demand for lithium is rising as it has become a critical component needed in electric vehicle batteries.In 2021, the world produced 540 thousand metric tons of lithium and by 2030 the Worl...Published: 02 Oct 2023 at 06:31hrs | 279 | by Staff reporter
Miss Universe Zimbabwe imitating Zozibini 'Zozi' Tunzi
REIGNING Miss Universe Zimbabwe first princess Nokutenda Shekinah Marumbwa has rubbished claims that she does mimic famous South African model Zozibini "Zozi" Tunzi.Marumbwa was among the fina...Published: 30 Sep 2023 at 07:51hrs | 334 | by Staff reporter
Challenging the Throne: Who can dethrone LeBron James from Basketball Olympus?
In basketball, LeBron James has reigned supreme for over a decade. His unparalleled skills, unmatched versatility, and unwavering determination have propelled him to the sport's summit, earning him th...Published: 29 Sep 2023 at 19:07hrs | 266 | by Staff Reporter
ZANU PF too Strong for SADC: Mzembi
ZANU PF has proved to be too strong for SADC, the former Minister of Tourism Dr Walter Mzembi has admitted. Speaking on his X handle last night, Dr Mzembi said the Liberation movements i...Published: 29 Sep 2023 at 12:28hrs | 4051 | by Desmond Nleya
Zimbabweans are going abroad because medical and dental practitioners are not
Following the good news of the open heart surgery milestones on 27 September 2023. This is a remarkable advancement which the majority of Zimbabweans are not aware of. In pre-pandemic times, pow...Published: 29 Sep 2023 at 11:51hrs | 496 | by Engineer Jacob kudzayi Mutisi
Mapeza cautiously optimistic
FC Platinum manager Norman Mapeza is cautiously optimistic about his team's chances in the Chibuku Super Cup, the premier knockout tournament in Zimbabwean football. His team is set to face Harare gia...Published: 29 Sep 2023 at 06:26hrs | 101 | by Staff reporter
The failure of democracy in Zimbabwe: The need for a new approach
Zimbabwe, a country with a rich history and a resilient population, has been plagued by political instability and economic turmoil for decades. One of the main reasons for this dire situation is the f...Published: 27 Sep 2023 at 20:08hrs | 542 | by Ty Ki
Bosso backs Brito on Warriors job
HIGHLANDERS are confident that coach Baltemar Brito will be able to successfully lead both the club and the Warriors at the same time after the Brazilian mentor was appointed the national men's footba...Published: 22 Sep 2023 at 06:32hrs | 340 | by Staff reporter
BCC police pounce on vendors
BULAWAYO City Council (BCC) municipal police have pounced on illegal vendors in the central business district (CBD) to reportedly decongest the city centre.Last week council police arrested il...Published: 18 Sep 2023 at 07:00hrs | 617 | by Staff reporter
Cowering to a dictator only makes him more brazen!
I was bullied when I was a little child - from my crèche days to early primary school.That was the period my life changed forever - becoming the person I am today. There were two thin...Published: 16 Sep 2023 at 19:27hrs | 890 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Bosso wanted Dembare for the Chibuku Super Cup quarter-finals
BELEAGUERED Bulawayo giants Highlanders are frustrated that they missed out on a Dynamos draw for the Chibuku Super Cup quarter-finals after they were paired against Caps United instead.Highla...Published: 14 Sep 2023 at 12:07hrs | 244 | by Staff reporter
Bosso, Dembare kept apart in Chibuku: Cup quarter-final draw
Three days after their league match at Barbourfields was prematurely halted on Sunday due to crowd disturbances, Highlanders expressed their desire to face Dynamos in the Chibuku Super Cup quarter-fin...Published: 13 Sep 2023 at 20:46hrs | 318 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's son express his disbelief at his Cabinet appointment
David Mnangagwa, who has been appointed as the Deputy Minister of Finance and Investment Promotion, expressed his disbelief at his appointment, considering it a significant responsibility. He will be ...Published: 13 Sep 2023 at 19:03hrs | 2131 | by Staff reporter
'Africa must learn fast!' Must take hard look in the mirror admit reality and not what wish to see
"Africa must learn Fast..You should not wait forever. Japan learned from the west during the Meiji restoration. China sent her engineers to the west after the death of Mao. Singapore learned f...Published: 11 Sep 2023 at 20:05hrs | 213 | by Wilbert Mukori
Chamisa's CCC accuses Zanu-PF of rigging after Mudenda is re-elected Speaker of Parliament
CITIZENS Coalition for Change (CCC) legislators were left frothing with anger after Zanu-PF's Jacob Mudenda was re-elected as the Speaker of the National Assembly with the opposition blaming the Clerk...Published: 09 Sep 2023 at 09:20hrs | 1553 | by Staff reporter
Dembare fear Bosso backlash
Battle LINES have been drawn between Dynamos and Highlanders ahead of their epic clash at BF tomorrow, and DeMbare coach Genesis Mangombe knows very well that Bosso are more lethal when limping....Published: 09 Sep 2023 at 07:52hrs | 153 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's defining moment
PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa is soon expected to appoint members of his Cabinet to drive his agenda for the next five years as Zimbabwe seeks to attain an upper middle-income economy status by 2030....Published: 08 Sep 2023 at 06:31hrs | 953 | by Staff reporter
ANC engaged in 'delicate' talks with Zanu-PF after disputed poll
South Africa's ruling party, the African National Congress (ANC), is engaged in "delicate" talks with Zanu-PF in Zimbabwe following disputed elections, secretary general Fikile Mbalula has said....Published: 05 Sep 2023 at 22:04hrs | 1267 | by Staff reporter
'Reform or Perish' Hopewell Chin'ono warns CCC
Emmerson Mnangagwa was inaugurated yesterday for his second term. But as we can see from the arrest of Doug Colart and Tapiwa Muchineripi last night, nothing will change!What now, many have be...Published: 05 Sep 2023 at 12:18hrs | 2798 | by Hopewell Chin'ono
No respite for Bosso
AFTER two debilitating successive Castle Lager Premier Soccer League defeats to FC Platinum and Chicken Inn, Highlanders face yet another stern test at the weekend in a clash against Dynamos at Barbou...Published: 05 Sep 2023 at 06:21hrs | 478 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa badly missed veterans
WITH the national election done and dusted, it has become apparent that there are several Members of the National Assembly from the ninth parliament that will not be joining the new faces at the new p...Published: 03 Sep 2023 at 07:55hrs | 1964 | by Staff reporter
A president for everyone
THE Zimbabwe Electoral Commission declared incumbent Emmerson Mnangagwa the winner in the presidential race after polling 52,6% against his nearest rival Nelson Chamisa of the Citizens Coalition for C...Published: 29 Aug 2023 at 08:13hrs | 1251 | by Staff reporter
Gloomy weather engulfs Bulawayo
HOURS after Zimbabwe's presidential results were announced just before midnight on Saturday night, an uncharacteristically biting cold and windy weather tore through the country's second largest city,...Published: 29 Aug 2023 at 07:07hrs | 383 | by Staff reporter
'It's time for Lupane MPs, cllrs to deliver'
LUPANE Community Parliament (LCP) has challenged the newly-elected councillors and legislators in the district to deliver on the promises they made during campaigns.In a statement yesterday, L...Published: 29 Aug 2023 at 07:06hrs | 190 | by Staff reporter
Massive blow to Mthuli Ncube's bid to widen political ambitions
FINANCE Minister Mthuli Ncube has abandoned his neutral technocrat tag and is now fully embedded in Zanu-PF, but his bid to grow his political clout suffered after he was defeated in the Cowdry Park c...Published: 28 Aug 2023 at 21:44hrs | 1984 | by Staff reporter
Cowdray Park and the myth of irrational voting
Galatians 3 verse 1: "You foolish Galatians! Who has bewitched you? Before your very eyes Jesus Christ was clearly portrayed as crucified." The verse is a rebuke to the Galatians for having embraced d...Published: 27 Aug 2023 at 09:58hrs | 506 | by Limukani Ncube
BREAKING: ANC pledges its support to ZANU PF
Amid controversy and a vote of no confidence from several Observer Missions including SADC on Zimbabwe's elections, the South African Ruling Party, ANC has pledged its support to ZANU PF.In a ...Published: 26 Aug 2023 at 21:58hrs | 1772 | by Desmond Nleya
Zimbabwe security details don't behave like anything on the video
SOMEONE WANNA START SOMETHING IN HARARE: FALSE FLAG, PSEUDO OPERATION OR WHAT?Time will tell. Very short time. The electoral numbers, the votes, are beginning to come in hard and fast, a...Published: 26 Aug 2023 at 20:11hrs | 1113 | by Jonathan Moyo
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