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'Mnangagwa labelled Chigumba sellout'
PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa allegedly blew his top and lashed at Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (Zec) chairperson Priscillah Chigumba after she allegedly went to his office with a proposal for elector...Published: 12 hrs ago | 12494 | by Staff reporter
REVEALED: China plotting to elevate Grace Mugabe to vice Presidency
Former first lady, Grace Mugabe, is reportedly set to make an astonishing return to politics as the country's first vice president, under a 2023 Zimbabwe presidential election plot, which China is all...Published: 06 Dec 2019 at 13:51hrs | 7189 | by Nancy Mabaya/Malvin Motsi
Army forms doctors association?
Former Zimbabwe Hospitals Doctors Association Secretary General Dr Bhebhe has alleged that a fake doctors association has been formed to negotiate a deal with the government over the more than 90 days...Published: 05 Dec 2019 at 11:21hrs | 6741 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Chiwenga was planning a coup while in China
RETIRED army general Chiwenga returns from China after four months of plotting against his health. He thanked president Emerson Mnangagwa for giving him a second chance in life. Literally.Zimb...Published: 27 Nov 2019 at 07:31hrs | 33665 | by Dr Masimba Mavaza
EU not happy with pace of Zimbabwe reforms
European Union (EU) ambassador to Zimbabwe Timo Olkkkonen says Brussels is not happy with the pace of reforms in the country, especially the realignment of laws to the constitution.Olkkonen (T...Published: 24 Nov 2019 at 14:36hrs | 163 | by Staff reporter
Soldier raises fresh concerns about Mnangagwa safety
IN A shocking development, one of the soldiers guarding President Emmerson Mnangagwa at State House fired several rounds of live ammunition earlier this week, before he was apprehended as he was about...Published: 22 Nov 2019 at 18:27hrs | 13455 | by Staff reporter
'Zimbabwe army training police to crush protests'
The Zimbabwe Republic Police has sent its Support Unit to train at the military base on how to control crowds in Zimbabwe amidst impending protests over the declining economy Professor Jonathan Moyo h...Published: 22 Nov 2019 at 09:00hrs | 3367 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Mnangagwa Cabinet reshuffle sparks uproar
PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa (pictured)'s cabinet reshuffle has caused consternation in government and Zanu-PF as officials believe it was motivated by the need to consolidate and retain power rather ...Published: 15 Nov 2019 at 06:20hrs | 1827 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa to abolish VP post reserved for Ndebeles in Zimbabwe govt?
The toxic politics of tribalism and clanism continues unabated in Zimbabwe as the process of "de- Zezurunisation" and "Karanganisation" of government and all sectors which begun when Mnangagwa (Karang...Published: 14 Nov 2019 at 07:38hrs | 10013 | by Israel Dube
China tells Zimbabwe President to resign or retire
This article was first published on Spotlight Zimbabwe. PARIS/CAPE TOWN - President Emmerson Mnangagwa, has all...Published: 08 Nov 2019 at 07:41hrs | 64034 | by Itai Mushekwe/Mary-Kate Kahari
Chiwenga, Gen Sibanda in secret pact to hand Zimbabwe power to each other?
COLOGNE - Military czar Vice President, Rtd General Constantino Chiwenga and Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) Commander, General Philip Valerio Sibanda, reportedly made a secret pact to hand Zimbabwe pow...Published: 01 Nov 2019 at 07:46hrs | 31674 | by Itai Mushekwe
Zimbabwe army snubs Mnangagwa?
The Zimbabwe Army top brass snubbed the anti-sanctions jamboree that was organised by President Emmerson Mnangagwa's government last Friday. The lowly attended main event was held at the Natio...Published: 29 Oct 2019 at 12:55hrs | 29467 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Mnangagwa commends EU dialogue progress
PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has commended the European Union (EU) for removing the bulk of sanctions it imposed on Zimbabwe and engaging in progressive dialogue.The 28-member bloc imposed san...Published: 27 Oct 2019 at 09:54hrs | 1688 | by Staff reporter
PROPHECY: General Philip Valerio Sibanda to replace Mnangagwa?
Zimbabwe Defense Forces Commander Philip Valerio Sibanda is set to succeed President Emmerson Mnangagwa a prominent clergyman Pastor Ian Ndlovu has said. In a veiled message to Mnangagwa Ndlov...Published: 21 Oct 2019 at 07:30hrs | 16737 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Chiwenga to finish off Mnangagwa's Presidential term?
Vice President, Rtd General Constantino Chiwenga, is increasingly set to finish off beleaguered President Emmerson Mnangagwa's presidential term, through a vicious military coup said to likely involve...Published: 11 Oct 2019 at 07:18hrs | 25772 | by Itai Mushekwe/Mary-Kate Kahari
Chiwenga agonises over Mugabe burial
VICE-PRESIDENT Constantino Chiwenga, who was airlifted to China from South Africa in July amid poisoning fears - is now firmly on the recovery path - and wanted to attend former president Robert Mugab...Published: 27 Sep 2019 at 07:54hrs | 8570 | by Staff reporter
Mwonzora in soup over anti-sanctions trip
INTERNAL strife is threatening the Nelson Chamisa-led MDC ahead of its 20th anniversary celebrations amid reports of sharp divisions emerging over the strategy the opposition party should employ to fa...Published: 26 Sep 2019 at 07:20hrs | 3039 | by Staff reporter
PROPHECY: Army to remove Mnangagwa and negotiate with Chamisa?
In a chilling prophecy given at Kingdom Baptist Ministries Prominent Bulawayo Pastor Ian Ndlovu gave a veiled message which seems to be directed to Zimbabwe.In the message he warned that God w...Published: 25 Sep 2019 at 19:31hrs | 13009 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Chiwenga to kick out Mnangagwa?
Recuperating Vice President, Rtd General Constantino Chiwenga, is reportedly going to use the country's dreaded Joint Operations Command (JOC), to forcefully kick out President Emmerson Mnangagwa from...Published: 17 Sep 2019 at 00:16hrs | 26990 | by Mary-Kate Kahari/Malvin Motsi
General Sibanda welcomes South Africa army in Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe Defence Forces Commander General Phillip Valerio Sibanda last Friday officially welcomed the South African Nation Defence Forces (SANDF) contingent constructing two Bailey bridges at Kopa in ...Published: 12 Sep 2019 at 07:59hrs | 4684 | by Staff Reporter
Mugoba a distinguished fighter, says Mnangagwa
The late national hero, Major General Trust Mugoba, was a distinguished fighter who remained unwavering to the revolution throughout his life, President Mnangagwa has said. The Head of State a...Published: 11 Sep 2019 at 06:08hrs | 401 | by Staff reporter
'Don't judge Mugabe on last days'
THE Commander Zimbabwe Defence Forces, General Philip Valerio Sibanda, has said whatever happened during former president Robert Mugabe's last days should not be used to tarnish all the good he did fo...Published: 07 Sep 2019 at 09:08hrs | 1174 | by Staff reporter
Chiwenga undergoes poisoning operation
VICE-PRESIDENT Constantino Chiwenga, who was airlifted to China from South Africa in July — sparking intense jostling for his position — underwent a life-saving yet risky operation at a top Beijin...Published: 06 Sep 2019 at 07:45hrs | 6158 | by Staff reporter
Muchinguri, Mathema, army, police hit with fresh $3,5 million lawsuit
THE Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) and Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) have been slapped with a $3, 5 million lawsuit as more civilians mount claims following episodes of a brutal crakdown by security fo...Published: 25 Aug 2019 at 08:34hrs | 2356 | by newzimbabwe
'Baba Jukwa' sues police, defence ministers for wrongful umbrella arrest
Journalist Edmund Kudzayi of the "Baba Jukwa" fame is suing Home Affairs and Defence ministers for $500,000 as compensation for his unlawful arrest over possession of a camouflage umbrella.The...Published: 23 Aug 2019 at 17:49hrs | 2989 | by ZimLive
SADC Summit to call for Zimbabwe sanctions removal
The SADC Heads of State and Government summit scheduled for this weekend in Dar e Salaam, Tanzania, is expected to push for the removal of illegal and ruinous sanctions imposed on Zimbabwe by the West...Published: 17 Aug 2019 at 08:01hrs | 163 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa challenges Zimbabwe's military
MDC leader Nelson Chamisa has implored soldiers to uphold, defend and respect the core values that helped their forebears to prosecute the liberation struggle together with, and not against the people...Published: 13 Aug 2019 at 20:22hrs | 1585 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa wants army to join his August 16 demo
MOVEMENT for Democratic Change Alliance leader Nelson Chamisa has appeared to plead with the country's army to join his MDC party's planned protest set for Friday that insiders claim is aimed at toppl...Published: 12 Aug 2019 at 22:11hrs | 7160 | by newzimbabwe
FULL TEXT: Chamisa's Defence Forces Day message
The Defence forces day, is a day set aside to honour the men and women who have dedicated themselves to defend our nation. The defence forces form the backbone of any nation and ours is no exc...Published: 12 Aug 2019 at 20:11hrs | 2648 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Zimbabwe military says 'violent demos sponsored by third hand'
THE violent demonstration that occurred in January this year was sponsored by a third hand, a situation that prompted military personnel to intervene in order to bring sanity, Zimbabwe Defence Forces ...Published: 12 Aug 2019 at 07:53hrs | 222 | by Staff reporter
CIOs plan to hijack MDC 16 August protests?
AMID fears violent clashes and a backlash from the government, the opposition MDC has put in place elaborate security measures to ensure its planned march set for August 16th goes without incident....Published: 11 Aug 2019 at 21:51hrs | 4649 | by newzimbabwe
MDC Alliance ready to expose the army
MDC Alliance says it will use technology in its August 16 planned protests to capture any human rights violations by the army. Par...Published: 11 Aug 2019 at 20:16hrs | 5284 | by Staff Reporter
Military wants to see 'our' Zimbabweans united
On Tuesday, Zimbabweans will commemorate Zimbabwe Defence Forces' Day to celebrate the role played by the country's uniformed forces in protecting and guaranteeing the country's sovereignty. Last week...Published: 11 Aug 2019 at 08:18hrs | 1068 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe military won't allow anarchy
The army will not summarily punish soldiers that are alleged to have shot six civilians during the August 1 2018 violent protests as it is presently following due process to get to the bottom of the m...Published: 11 Aug 2019 at 07:23hrs | 671 | by Staff reporter
Muchinguri, Mutsvangwa front runners to succeed Chiwenga
As Vice President Constantino Chiwenga battles for his life in Singapore, it is being reported that senior Zanu-PF officials are now engaged in a battle to succeed him.The Zimbabwe Independent...Published: 10 Aug 2019 at 11:56hrs | 11971 | by Staff reporter
WATCH: Zimbabwe military will not interfere with peaceful demonstrations
Commander of The Zimbabwe Defense Forces General Phillip Valerio Sibanda has revealed that the army will not interfere with peaceful protests,He, however, reiterated that they will only interf...Published: 10 Aug 2019 at 11:48hrs | 5657 | by Staff reporter
WATCH: Zimbabwe Amy Commander addresses the nation
Zimbabwe Defense Forces Commander General Philip Valerio Sibanda says the army is still investigating if any of its members were behind the August 1 killings that left 6 Zimbabweans dead and 35 injure...Published: 10 Aug 2019 at 10:50hrs | | by Mandla Ndlovu
Chiwenga fights for life, Zanu-PF bigwigs engineering a Chamisa
INTENSE jostling for the vice-presidency has erupted among Zanu-PF heavyweights at a time Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga is battling for his life at a top Chinese hospital.This comes as i...Published: 09 Aug 2019 at 15:17hrs | 20032 | by Staff reporter
Mugabe spokesperson calls for army involvement in Zimbabwe's multi-party dialogue
NATIONAL Patriotic Front and ex-President Robert Mugabe's spokesperson Jealousy Mawarire has urged the direct involvement of the country's military in proposed national dialogue processes widely belie...Published: 03 Aug 2019 at 09:48hrs | 982 | by newzimbabwe
Mnangagwa's Zimbabwe assumes chairmanship of SADC security committee
Zimbabwe has assumed the chairmanship of the SADC Inter-State Defence and Security Committee (ISDSC) spiritual and moral support working group with calls for the chaplains from the region to sharpen t...Published: 30 Jul 2019 at 19:40hrs | 1391 | by Staff reporter
Chief raps army, Mnangagwa
A Chiredzi traditional leader has accused the army of meddling in a dispute over the Noremwe chieftainship amid claims that the government has anointed an undeserving candidate.Chief Tshovani ...Published: 28 Jul 2019 at 18:26hrs | 1863 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe army hails Russia ties
Commander Zimbabwe Defence Forces General Philip Valerio Sibanda has hailed the historic cordial relations that exist between Zimbabwe and Russia which date back to the days of the liberation struggle...Published: 27 Jul 2019 at 16:15hrs | 400 | by Staff reporter
China wants military chiefs to head new interim Zimbabwe government
BERLIN/PRETORIA - China reportedly wants the country's military chiefs to run and head a new interim Zimbabwe government between 2020-2023 when fresh presidential and parliamentary elections are...Published: 26 Jul 2019 at 07:54hrs | 14515 | by Itai Mushekwe/Mary-Kate Kahari
Mnangagwa gets Sadc boost
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa's pending assumption of the chairmanship of the Sadc Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Co-operation is indicative of the region's confidence in the Government of Zimbabwe and...Published: 21 Jul 2019 at 10:04hrs | 785 | by Staff reporter
SB Moyo flies out to Lusaka on Friday
Foreign Affairs and International Trade Minister Dr Sibusiso Moyo is expected to attend the 21st Ministerial Committee of the Sadc Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation in Lusaka on Frid...Published: 16 Jul 2019 at 07:31hrs | 1731 | by Staff reporter
ZANU PF 2023 Presidential candidate revealed
Spotlight Zimbabwe, has received a leaked list of possible key members of a post-President Emmerson Mnangagwa government, expected to take the reins in Harare within the coming 12 months, after Mnanga...Published: 05 Jul 2019 at 12:45hrs | 20288 | by Nancy Mabaya/Mary-Kate Kahari
Bulawayo spurns ZNA donation request
BULAWAYO city fathers recently turned down a request by the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) to sponsor its family fun-day shooting competition, citing financial challenges, a council report reveals....Published: 05 Jul 2019 at 08:12hrs | 1175 | by Staff reporter
General PV Sibanda to succeed Mnangagwa as President?
Commander of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces General Philip Valerio Sibanda may succeed President Emmerson Mnangagwa as President of the party and subsequent of the country a Senior journalist Mduduzi has...Published: 02 Jul 2019 at 14:36hrs | 33469 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Mliswa slapped with $10m defamation lawsuit
Norton MP Temba Mliswa (independent) has been taken to the High Court by BDO Zimbabwe boss, Ngoni Kudenga, who is demanding $10 million compensation for alleged defamation.The lawsuit emanates...Published: 14 Jun 2019 at 08:07hrs | 1601 | by Staff reporter
Accountant demands $10 million damages from Mliswa
THE fight between Independent Member of Parliament for Norton Temba Mliswa and BDO Zimbabwe boss, Ngoni Kudenga has spilled to the courts with the later claiming RTGS$10 million defamation damages fro...Published: 13 Jun 2019 at 20:02hrs | 3544 | by newzimbabwe.com
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