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Valerio Sibanda's war time exploits
LET me congratulate General Philip Valerio Sibanda for his new post as the Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) commander.I met Comrade Ananias Gwenzi (General PV Sibanda), in Zambia in March 1974 at...Published: 22 hrs ago | 7708 | by Dr Milton, Chemhuru
Brooklyn bus inferno survivor wants compensation
A MBERENGWA woman who survived the Brooklyn bus inferno, which claimed over 30 lives over six months ago, is bitter after the bus operator dumped her following the tragedy which left her disabled....Published: 22 hrs ago | 845 | by Staff reporter
Of heroes betrayed, forgotten
When, in the fullness of time, the lies can hold no longer, when the frail bottom of deception falls off, when the foggy morning dew of orchestrated media smokescreens withers and gives way to the pow...Published: 22 hrs ago | 226 | by Zifiso Masiye
'Zimbabwe will rise again'
ZIMBABWE is on a path to build its economy, establish a new future and through greater social cohesion and unity, the country shall rise again, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has said.The sentim...Published: 23 hrs ago | 577 | by Staff reporter
Anti-sanctions crusade heats up
The push for the United States government and the European Union (EU) bloc to remove the two-decade-old sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe is beginning to snowball with international organisations adding a...Published: 23 hrs ago | 262 | by Staff reporter
Credible team and sound advice ahead of Elective Congress
Those who have been consistent from 1999, are likely to be beneficiaries of this congress, and secondly off course the Chamisa factor. The Chamisa factor plays a pivotal role on the basis of selection...Published: 20 Apr 2019 at 08:12hrs | 371 | by A big Easter by Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo
Mnangagwa's fear over Gukurahundi
PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa and top government officials, particularly Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga and Agriculture minister Perrence Shiri, are scared stiff of personal criminal responsibilit...Published: 19 Apr 2019 at 11:15hrs | 8474 | by Staff reporter
Rebirth of the Zimdollar
Zimbabwean central bank authorities have a traceable record of overnight monetary policy changes. Memories of the former Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) governor Gideon Gono era of monetary policy hip-...Published: 19 Apr 2019 at 11:09hrs | 1252 | by Paddington Masamha
Can Zimbabwe manage to de-dollarise?
THE Zimbabwean government has indicated that a local currency will be introduced in the next 12 months in a move widely believed to be a precursor to joining the Common Monetary Area (CMA), also refer...Published: 19 Apr 2019 at 11:08hrs | 705 | by Victor Bhoroma
'Drop sanctions' said Washington experts - burning tyres producing lots of obnoxious smoke but little heat and no light
"Experts in Washington, discussing whether or not Zimbabwe is a source of shame or opportunity for Africa, were unanimous in their position that targeted sanctions were hurtful to the country, and mus...Published: 18 Apr 2019 at 07:44hrs | 675 | by Nomusa Garikai
Why devolution should start with Manicaland
It has been brought to my attention that the villagers of Chakohwa all the way to Mutambara will soon be moved to pave the way for the new diamond field that have been identified during the recent exp...Published: 18 Apr 2019 at 07:39hrs | 592 | by Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
Why should I go to church when it is full of hypocrites?
THIS week, by the grace of God, we will answer a question that I am sure we have all asked ourselves before at some point: Why should I go to church when it is full of hypocrites?A quick Googl...Published: 18 Apr 2019 at 07:15hrs | 334 | by Ashley Thaba
Advanced Level Family and Religious Studies: Miracles and the New Testament
The word "miracle," is derived from the Latin word miraculum, which is so translated in the New Testament of the Authorized Version from two Greek words. On twenty-two occasions the word semeion is tr...Published: 17 Apr 2019 at 16:37hrs | 1086 | by Brian Maregedze
Advanced Level Family and Religious Studies Analysis: Death of Jesus and the Brandon theory
Question: Critically analyse the Brandon theory on the causes of the death of Jesus.This paper seeks to analyze Brandon thesis on the cause of the death...Published: 17 Apr 2019 at 11:06hrs | 650 | by Brian Maregedze
Jonathan Moyo distances himself from Grace Mugabe's PhD
Former Cabinet Minister Professor Jonathan Moyo has distanced himself from allegations that he was involved in the conferring of a Doctoral Degree to former First Lady Grace Mugabe. Zimbabwe o...Published: 17 Apr 2019 at 10:05hrs | 8069 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Washington experts call for end to Zimbabwe sanctions
Experts in Washington, discussing whether or not Zimbabwe is a source of shame or opportunity for Africa, were unanimous in their position that targeted sanctions were hurtful to the country, and must...Published: 17 Apr 2019 at 07:53hrs | 2663 | by VOA
Barnabas Sibanda pursues helicopter dream
FORMER soldier and war veteran, Barnabas Sibanda, who dreamt of constructing the country's first aircraft from scrap metal in 1990s, has said he is still pursuing the dream although lack of sponsorshi...Published: 17 Apr 2019 at 07:14hrs | 2178 | by Staff reporter
How to choose the right specialty in university and not spoil the life
When you're getting ready to go to university, it's vital for you to choose the right specialty if you want to make sure that you don't spoil the life that you've been dreaming of. After all, the prof...Published: 16 Apr 2019 at 16:36hrs | 526 | by Staff Writer
How prioritising Quality over Kwariti, would make Zimbabwe Great
In a World where the best are measured by success, Zimbabwe would excel if we learnt the art of prioritising quality in everything. Quality distinguishes the mundane from the best. Best educated, best...Published: 16 Apr 2019 at 12:09hrs | 693 | by Ryton Dzimiri
POPULISM is ahead of COMPETENCY in the African Context
In Africa one is prepared to die for a politician, and people can go to the extent of kneeling down before political mastitis for favors and bootlicking. One may fail to construct a proper English sen...Published: 16 Apr 2019 at 09:58hrs | 434 | by Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo
Failure to deal with currency crisis proving costly for dictators
For autocratic leaders seeking lessons from the toppling of Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir, avoiding a currency crisis may be key to survival.It's the same problem that ravaged long-standin...Published: 16 Apr 2019 at 06:54hrs | 475 | by Bloomberg
MSU to get mbanje licence
Midlands State University (MSU) has applied for a licence to grow mbanje for medicinal purposes following Government's legalisation of marijuana farming last year. Addressing students at MSU d...Published: 16 Apr 2019 at 06:43hrs | 599 | by Staff reporter
Mthuli Ncube triggers panic
LONG-suffering Zimbabweans should brace for even tougher economic times ahead, following last week's surprise announcement by Finance minister Mthuli Ncube that the country would have yet another curr...Published: 15 Apr 2019 at 10:56hrs | 19638 | by Staff reporter
Religion: Is gambling a sin?
Gambling is a game of chance. It's all about card games, roulette, lotteries, and much more. These games are fun and seemingly harmless. Most believe that there is nothing wrong with gambling as long ...Published: 15 Apr 2019 at 08:44hrs | 2044 | by Staff Writer
Zanu-PF resorts to Abacus bean Counting in the Digital age,
By offering bread crumbs to former commercial farmers, in a potentially ill fated bid to appease the international financial markets over the ZANU-PF sanctioned illegal farm invasions of 2000 to 2005....Published: 14 Apr 2019 at 19:34hrs | 881 | by Thabo Makuyana
Zim EFF appoints General Phani as its Secretary General
Zim EFF today appointed Sipho Phani Sibanda as its Secretary General. Sibanda is an experienced academic social policy researcher and a well read fighter. Educated up to a Masters in Social Wo...Published: 14 Apr 2019 at 19:28hrs | 1303 | by Satff reporter
A look at Zimbabwe's property market
Even though the Zimbabwean property market faces many challenges, it has always been characterised by a high demand and a corresponding low supply – ensuring that the market has always been very act...Published: 14 Apr 2019 at 16:29hrs | 1883 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's aide defends Gukurahundi genocide
The announcement by the government that it was rolling out a number of measures to help victims of Gukurahundi to get birth certificates and death certificates for their slain relatives has divided op...Published: 14 Apr 2019 at 10:27hrs | 1502 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean gets top Unilever Africa job
UNILEVER, one of the world's leading consumer goods companies, has appointed Wellington Chimwaradze as vice president responsible for legal affairs for Africa.The trained lawyer, who has been ...Published: 13 Apr 2019 at 15:50hrs | 1838 | by Staff reporter
Currency chaos toppled Sudan's al-Bashir
FOR autocratic leaders seeking lessons from the toppling of Sudanese President Omar al-Bashir, avoiding a currency crisis may be the key to survival.It's the same problem that did for long-sta...Published: 13 Apr 2019 at 13:19hrs | 1379 | by Bloomberg
Eating soil, a pregnancy craving that can kill . . .
The smell of soil after light rains is divine. I like to think of it as the smell of nature, pure and fresh. Many women experience iron deficiency during pregnancy and subsequently develop a craving f...Published: 13 Apr 2019 at 13:12hrs | 882 | by Andile Tshuma
Mnangagwa's anti-corruption campaign insincere
THE failure by President Emmerson Mnangagwa's government to tackle high-level corruption-which has contributed immensely to economic decay-has raised serious questions about his sincerity to fight the...Published: 12 Apr 2019 at 13:49hrs | 980 | by Staff reporter
Massive retrenchments loom as Zimbabwe economy slows down
HUNDREDS of formal jobs are on the line in the economy as various businesses grapple with the realities of hyperinflation and exchange rate-induced losses. The market has witnessed massive price hikes...Published: 12 Apr 2019 at 09:14hrs | 4215 | by Victor Bhoroma
Zimbabwe Army Generals read riot act to Mnangagwa, as he privately offers to resign as President
The game is all but over for President Emmerson Mnangagwa's young presidency, as hardline army generals are reportedly said to have read the riot act to him, over a sheaf of serious issues caused by h...Published: 12 Apr 2019 at 06:54hrs | 24827 | by Itai Mushekwe/Nancy Mabaya/Malvin Motsi
Time to stop mischief of bashing under guise of reporting
IN the first analysis and final analysis, newspapers — in spite of and despite their editorial slant — should — and must — be guided by accuracy. Accuracy is the be-all and end-all."Wh...Published: 12 Apr 2019 at 06:49hrs | 140 | by Conway Tutani
Nyagura to stand trial
Suspended University of Zimbabwe (UZ) vice chancellor Levi Nyagura will now stand trial on May 16 after his application for exception was today thrown out by a Harare magistrate.Nyagura is acc...Published: 11 Apr 2019 at 18:27hrs | 1195 | by Staff reporter
19 points kid appeals for financial assistance to study at UZ
AN 18-YEAR-OLD former Nkulumane High School pupil who scored 19 points in the recently released Zimbabwe Schools Examination Council (Zimsec) Advanced Level Examinations is appealing for financial ass...Published: 10 Apr 2019 at 19:29hrs | 4072 | by Staff reporter
No to Doctorate Factories
The recent clarification by our Minister of Higher and Tertiary Education, Science and Technology Development Professor Amon Murwira, that an earned doctorate (PhD or DPhil) is the minimum qualificati...Published: 10 Apr 2019 at 19:27hrs | 1476 | by Enock JONATHAN
Cambridge English on the go
In the 20 odd years that I have been in the Zimbabwean education system and ten years spent in English remediation, I have identified a number of factors that cause students to fail their Cambridge O'...Published: 10 Apr 2019 at 09:39hrs | 1067 | by The Language Coach
'Exposed' Patrice Motsepe's sister rubbishes Botswana political interference allegations
It has been confirmed that she flew to Zimbabwe but the purpose of the trip was to attend a reunion lunch.Following allegations that South African businesswoman and president of the South Afri...Published: 10 Apr 2019 at 08:49hrs | 1662 | by Citizen
Grace Mugabe PhD Professor's case deferred to tomorrow
A HARARE court yesterday deferred to tomorrow the ruling on an application for exception to the charges filed by the just-retired University of Zimbabwe vice-chancellor Levi Nyagura who is facing crim...Published: 10 Apr 2019 at 06:58hrs | 2015 | by Staff reporter
Matemadanda testifies against 'Justice Cheda'
The trial of a suspected serial fraudster who allegedly masqueraded as former High Court judge Justice Mafios Cheda and swindled several Government officials of large sums of money continued yesterday...Published: 09 Apr 2019 at 07:21hrs | 461 | by Staff reporter
3 Zimbabwe students win top hackathon award
Three Zimbabwe university students yesterday scooped the first prize for the most creative idea during a hackathon at the 10th World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) forum in Geneva, Switzerla...Published: 09 Apr 2019 at 07:19hrs | 115 | by Staff reporter
Nust to identify deceased Cyclone victims
GOVERNMENT says it is working with the National University of Science and Technology (Nust)'s Applied Testing Genetic Centre (AGTC) to identify deceased victims of Cyclone Idai which ravaged the count...Published: 08 Apr 2019 at 12:33hrs | 602 | by Staff reporter
Grace Mugabe PhD Professor retires
The Chairman of the University of Zimbabwe Council, Dr Anxious J Masuka wishes to inform the University community, stakeholders and the public that Professor L.M. Nyagura retired as Vice Chancellor of...Published: 07 Apr 2019 at 14:32hrs | 3163 | by Staff reporter
Divorce isn't a solution
MARRIAGE is an interesting union, two people of opposite sex who are not even related coming to live together, brought together by love and this time it is not agape but the "phileo" kind of love, aff...Published: 07 Apr 2019 at 14:30hrs | 1848 | by FGK
'Mnangagwa dialogue laying ground for 2023'
NCA leader Lovemore Madhuku has defended his participation in the dialogue led by President Emmerson Mnangagwa, saying he is contributing to nation building and laying the groundwork for credible elec...Published: 07 Apr 2019 at 09:03hrs | 1116 | by Staff reporter
Chiwenga in Rwanda
VICE PRESIDENT Dr Constantino Chiwenga arrived here yesterday for commemorations to mark the International Day of Reflection on the Genocide in Rwanda, which saw Ethnic Hutu extremists slaughter over ...Published: 07 Apr 2019 at 08:30hrs | 487 | by Staff reporter
Be open for criticism, Ngarivhume
"Be open for criticism" - Jacob Ngarivhume said this while addressing the University of Zimbabwe Scripture Union Annual General Meeting held on 6 April 2019 at the UZ campus. He said leaders face crit...Published: 06 Apr 2019 at 23:06hrs | 1387 | by Staff Reporter
Prosecutors defend Mnangagwa, Mugabe
Anti-Corruption special prosecutors yesterday defended President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his predecessor Robert Mugabe for not revoking the doctor of philosophy degree allegedly issued by suspended Uni...Published: 06 Apr 2019 at 08:05hrs | 1011 | by Staff reporter
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