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Zimbabwean deported from Poland

A Zimbabwean national has been deported from Poland following a violent assault on a Polish man in the eastern city of Lublin, an incident that triggered public outrage and political pressure from right-wing parties.According to Polish med…

Published: 4 hrs ago | 194 | by Staff reporter

Obiang Nguema Mbasogo jets into Zimbabwe today

Equatorial Guinea President Teodoro Obiang Nguema Mbasogo is expected in Harare today for a two-day State visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and expanding cooperation between Zimbabwe and Equatorial Guinea.During the visit, P…

Published: 3 hrs ago | 132 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's elephant population nears 100,000

Zimbabwe's elephant population has grown to more than 85,000 animals, almost double the country's estimated ecological carrying capacity, raising concerns among conservationists about the long-term impact on ecosystems already under pressu…

Published: 4 hrs ago | 100 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's gold revenue doubles 4 months

Zimbabwe's gold sector generated more than US$1.2 billion in revenue during the first four months of 2026, more than doubling earnings recorded during the same period last year as higher global prices and sustained production boosted expor…

Published: 11 hrs ago | 225 | by Staff reporter

Chamisa rules out backing another military coup

Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa has publicly declared that he would not support another military intervention in Zimbabwe, signaling that he would not back any coup attempt against President Emmerson Mnanga…

Published: 22 hrs ago | 1249 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe hospital stuck with 16 unidentified bodies

Police in Lupane, Matabeleland North Province, have appealed to members of the public to assist in identifying and collecting 16 unclaimed bodies currently being held at St Luke's Hospital mortuary.The remains, which include four infants, …

Published: 10 Jun 2026 at 12:38hrs | 228 | by Staff reporter

200 buses headed for Zimbabwe

At least 200 public service buses are on their way to Zimbabwe, with a further 500 currently under manufacture, as part of a Government-backed initiative aimed

Published: 09 Jun 2026 at 16:13hrs | 731 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe repatriates citizens fleeing South Africa unrest

Seventy-four Zimbabwean nationals returned home on Sunday after fleeing attacks in Mossel Bay, Western Cape, amid growing concerns over violence targeting foreign nationals in parts of South Africa.The group arrived at Beitbridge Border Po…

Published: 08 Jun 2026 at 13:22hrs | 758 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe plans ban on importation of locally producible goods

The Government is planning to restrict the importation of goods worth an estimated US$4.5 billion that can be produced locally under a proposed Local Content Act aimed at accelerating industrialisation, creating jobs and preserving foreign…

Published: 08 Jun 2026 at 13:18hrs | 295 | by Staff reporter

Roseanna Hall crowned Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2026

Roseanna Hall was crowned Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2026 on Saturday night, emerging victorious from a field of 30 contestants during a glittering national finale held in Harare.The 34-year-old psychology graduate from Shurugwi secured the co…

Published: 07 Jun 2026 at 15:19hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe to acquire cancer treatment machines

The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cancer diagnosis and treatment services in Zimbabwe, pledging to acquire a full range of specialis

Published: 07 Jun 2026 at 08:11hrs | | by Staff reporter

Is Zimbabwe ready for 2028 AFCON bid?

Whoever won the contract to renovate the enormous stadium and completed the subpar work should be held accountable for their use of the funds.After 46 years of independence, it appears that Zimbabwe is not yet ready for significant infrast…

Published: 06 Jun 2026 at 19:55hrs | | by Leonard Koni

Zimbabwe's untapped Titanium economy

FOR decades, discussions about Zimbabwe's economic future have largely revolved around government policy, foreign investment, mining giants, and large corporations. Yet beneath these headline sectors lies a largely overlooked segment of th…

Published: 06 Jun 2026 at 19:18hrs | 244 | by Brighton Musonza

Chamisa demands 'transitional government'

Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa has called for the establishment of a transitional government and urged President Emmerson Mnan

Published: 06 Jun 2026 at 10:32hrs | 308 | by Staff reporter

US congratulates Zimbabwe

The United States Embassy in Harare has congratulated Zimbabwe following its election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), a

Published: 06 Jun 2026 at 08:17hrs | 368 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe mining sector generates US$2bn in first half

Zimbabwe's mining sector generated approximately US$2 billion in revenue during the first half of the year, reinforcing its position as the country's leading source of foreign currency earnings and a key pillar of economic growth.Mines and…

Published: 06 Jun 2026 at 08:24hrs | 268 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Parly adjourns as Constitutional Amendment Bill debate heats up

The Zimbabwean Parliament has adjourned its sitting until Tuesday, when debate on the controversial Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 is expected to continue.

Published: 05 Jun 2026 at 15:55hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe, Zambia move to end boundary disputes

Zimbabwe and Zambia have launched a joint pilot project to install floating buoys on Lake Kariba in a bid to clearly demarcate their shared international boundary and reduce long-standing tensions among fishing communities.The initiative t…

Published: 05 Jun 2026 at 13:48hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's biggest gold restart is already in motion

The hum of high-capacity pumps echoing through the valleys of Penhalonga is more than just the sound of machinery at work — it is the soundtrack to one of Afr

Published: 04 Jun 2026 at 15:09hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe on track to end Aids by 2030

The National Aids Council (NAC) says Zimbabwe remains on track to achieve its goal of ending Aids as a public health threat by 2030, despite reductions in financial support from some international partners, including the United States gove…

Published: 02 Jun 2026 at 18:26hrs | | by Staff reporter

Why Zimbabwean women flock to apostolic shrines alone during working hours

Across urban and peri-urban Zimbabwe, apostolic shrines continue to draw large numbers of women during weekday mornings, a pattern that reflects deeper social, economic, and spiritual dynamics rather than a single explanation.On any given …

Published: 02 Jun 2026 at 18:23hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe to lure skilled diasporans

Zimbabwe has launched a new initiative aimed at tapping into the country's diaspora skills base to support its industrialisation agenda and reduce reliance on foreign expatriate expertise in emerging sectors.The programme is part of a broa…

Published: 02 Jun 2026 at 10:49hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe owes Japan US$381m as debt talks continue

ZIMBABWE owes Japan approximately US$381 million in overdue debt, making Tokyo one of the country's largest Paris Club creditors, Japan's Ambassador to Zimbabwe, Nobutaka Maekawa, has said.The debt forms part of Zimbabwe's estimated US$3,8…

Published: 30 May 2026 at 09:51hrs | 322 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe road repairs stall as imported chemicals drain forex

THE government says it is working with local universities to develop cheaper, locally produced road maintenance chemicals as authorities seek to reduce reliance on imports that are straining foreign currency reserves.Zimbabwe's rural road …

Published: 30 May 2026 at 09:39hrs | 268 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe losing $4,3 million in monthly revenue

ZIMBABWE could be losing about US$4,3 million in monthly revenue following recent fuel tax adjustments introduced in response to global oil market disruptions, according to a new analysis by Harare-based think tank Africa Economic Developm…

Published: 30 May 2026 at 10:00hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe pushes mercury-free gold mining

AT Museveni Mine in Bindura, 32-year-old artisanal miner Mavies Gwiriko carefully swirls crushed gold ore with mercury under the harsh sun, unaware that the toxic substance she handles daily can cause severe damage to the brain, kidneys, l…

Published: 28 May 2026 at 17:50hrs | 313 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's US Dollar inflation rises to 2.8%

Zimbabwe's annual inflation rate in United States dollar terms rose to 2.8 percent in May, up from 2.2 percent recorded in April, according to the latest figure

Published: 27 May 2026 at 07:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

Fierce pushback as Zimbabwe debt riots into dangerous territory

A fierce critic of Zimbabwe's debt management has raised fresh concerns over the credibility and inclusivity of the country's reform agenda, as the African Deve

Published: 27 May 2026 at 07:23hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe currency gaining public confidence, RBZ

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) says confidence in the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency continues to grow as the economy records significant gains in price stability and exchange rate performance, with the local unit increasingly being used…

Published: 25 May 2026 at 12:37hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe deports 29 undocumented Mozambicans

Zimbabwean authorities have deported 29 undocumented Mozambican nationals after they were intercepted in Chipinge, Mutare and Harare and found to be living in the country illegally.The group was received at the Machipanda Border Post by a …

Published: 25 May 2026 at 12:42hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe ranked among least free countries in SADC

Zimbabwe has been ranked the third least free country in Southern Africa in the latest Freedom House 2026 Freedom in the World report, although it did not make the list of the world's 39 least free nations.According to the report, Zimbabwe…

Published: 25 May 2026 at 12:40hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe confident ahead of UN Security Council vote

Zimbabwe says it is confident of securing enough international support in next week's election for a non-permanent seat on the United Nations Security Council (UNSC), as diplomatic preparations enter their final phase.Foreign Affairs and I…

Published: 24 May 2026 at 13:36hrs | | by Staff reporter

Alarm over rising teen pregnancies in Zimbabwe

Calls are growing for Zimbabwe to urgently expand sexual and reproductive health services for children and adolescents amid rising cases of teenage pregnancies,

Published: 23 May 2026 at 17:03hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe hits 400 000 number plate milestone

Zimbabwe has produced more than 400 000 vehicle number plates since local manufacturing began four years ago, in what authorities describe as a major achievement in the country's import-substitution and industrialisation drive.The developm…

Published: 23 May 2026 at 17:12hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zim to increase LEN roll out as demand sours

Zimbabwe is recording a strong uptake of Lenacapavir (LEN), the long-acting injectable HIV prevention drug, among high-risk populations due to its convenience,

Published: 23 May 2026 at 10:17hrs | | by Staff reporter

South Africa tariffs threaten Zimbabwe's steel boom

Zimbabwe's fast-growing steel industry is facing fresh pressure after South Africa introduced sweeping new import duties on steel and downstream metal products,

Published: 23 May 2026 at 10:14hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe bans foreigners from small-scale gold mining

Zimbabwe has banned foreign companies and individuals from participating in small-scale gold mining in a move aimed at protecting local jobs and strengthening t

Published: 23 May 2026 at 10:13hrs | | by Staff reporter

Fresh land dispute reignites Zimbabwe's property rights debate

A new land dispute in Mashonaland West has emerged after Tendai Musonza, the provincial spokesperson for the Sengezo Tshabangu-led Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), filed court papers seeking the eviction of a white commercial farmer fr…

Published: 23 May 2026 at 09:56hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe-born refugee becomes Mayor of Medway

A Zimbabwe-born refugee who grew up in poverty relying on charity shops and donated clothes has been elected mayor of Medway, describing the mayoral chain as the "ultimate hand-me-down".Douglas Hamandishe, a Labour councillor and practisin…

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:39hrs | | by Staff reporter

Timba hits back at Chamisa

Opposition veteran Jameson Timba has issued a strongly worded statement emphasising collective action in democratic work, amid rising tensions within Zimbabwe's

Published: 21 May 2026 at 12:32hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe edges closer to joining BRICS bank

New Development Bank has officially commenced formal negotiations for Zimbabwe's membership, marking a significant step toward the country's potential access to new international development financing.The development was confirmed by Finan…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:28hrs | 573 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe maintains 5% growth projection

Zimbabwe's Minister of Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion, Mthuli Ncube, says the country remains on course to achieve around 5% economic growth by the end of 2026 despite increasing global economic uncertainty linked t…

Published: 20 May 2026 at 15:39hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe pushes for direct Dubai - Victoria Falls link

A Zimbabwean delegation is in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) holding negotiations aimed at establishing a direct air route between Dubai and Victoria Falls, in a move designed to boost tourism inflows and strengthen the country's global co…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 22:32hrs | | by Staff reporter

In Zimbabwe, relatives could now be called to donate blood for patients

The Zimbabwe Government says it is working on reforms that would allow relatives and family members to donate blood directly for their loved ones in hospitals as part of efforts to reduce the high cost of blood transfusion services and imp…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:17hrs | 779 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe expands AI traffic surveillance

Drivers navigating the busy intersections of Harare and Bulawayo are increasingly encountering sophisticated multi-lens surveillance cameras mounted above refurbished traffic lights as Zimbabwe accelerates its Smart Zimbabwe 2030 programme…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 20:16hrs | | by Staff reporter

Phakel'umthakathi denies claims he married Zimbabwean woman

Actor and anti-immigrant activist Nkosikhona Ndabandaba has dismissed viral social media claims that he is married to a Zimbabwean woman, describing the allegations as false and motivated by jealousy.Ndabandaba, popularly known as "Phakel'…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:50hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe-China mineral partnership under scrutiny

Zimbabwe's vast mineral endowment has placed it at the centre of intensifying global competition for strategic resources, with growing demand for lithium, gold, platinum and chrome reshaping investment flows and geopolitical interest in th…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:29hrs | | by Staff reporter

Malaba defends judiciary gainst interference claims

RETIRED Chief Justice Luke Malaba has defended Zimbabwe's judiciary against persistent allegations of political interference and corruption, insisting that public confidence in the justice system must be built through evidence-based compla…

Published: 18 May 2026 at 12:51hrs | | by Staff reporter

Wage arrears crisis deepens across Zimbabwe

A growing backlog of unpaid wages is sweeping across Zimbabwe's public and private sectors, with workers in local authorities, state enterprises and parts of the civil service reporting salary arrears ranging from one month to several year…

Published: 17 May 2026 at 15:17hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's colorful first names that are a mini-narrative of life

Have-A-Look. Handsome. Thanks. Trust. Privilege. Doubt. Problem. Shame. In Zimbabwe, these aren't just random words. They are names chosen with intention in a culture where naming a child goes beyond identity and can offer a snapshot of fa…

Published: 17 May 2026 at 15:01hrs | | by Farai Mutsaka,

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Man kills wife over 'poisoned' porridge

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Obiang Nguema Mbasogo jets into Zimbabwe today

Zimbabwe steps up repatriation of Zimbabweans from South Africa

Zimbabwe govt assures security ahead of CAB 3 vote

Mnangagwa mourns 7 learners, declares national disaster

Zimbabwe's elephant population nears 100,000

Police warn public on spate of crimes

Childhood rivalry turns bloody

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Budiriro deaths renew scrutiny of Harare Council safety record

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Zimbabwean deported from Poland

Zimbabwean jailed 20 years in South Africa

Bulawayo council seizes 1.5 tonnes of elephant meat

3 rescued as massive fire guts Bulawayo CBD property

Bribes rock Mnangagwa term extension plot

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HCC middle managers sign performance contracts

Zimbabwean ponzi scheme 'doctor' extradited from UAE

Businessman Wicknell Chivayo blesses dancer whose trousers tore during wedding performance

Zimbabwe crisis fuels SA xenophobia

Zimbabwean firms eye Zambian markets

ZSE's reform gamble

Zimbabwe receives new cancer machines

Zimbabwe's gold revenue doubles 4 months

Letsitele police hunt armed robbery and kidnapping suspects

Chamisa rules out backing another military coup

Police verify identities of 7 pupils killed in kombi fire tragedy

400+ foreign companies apply to continue operating in Zimbabwe's reserved sectors

Neighbourhood watch trio assault man to death

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7 pupils killed in Zimbabwe kombi inferno

Chiwenga joins mourners at Sanyatwe's sister burial

Record mining machinery imports expose local content challenges

12 killed in mass shooting in Johannesburg

BCC plans crackdown on illegal butcheries in Cowdray Park

Hotels fully booked ahead of Sanganai

Fake BeForward agent allegedly defrauds clients of US$15k

Beitbridge CBD extension project set to transform town

Mighty Warriors fall to Zambia in 4 Nations Cup final

MP slapped with US$50 000 lawsuit

Nurse registration set for decentralisation across provinces

Zimbabwe hospital stuck with 16 unidentified bodies

Wild animals wreak havoc in Tsholotsho

Zimbabweans top list of foreign academics at SA Universities

Zim modernising border posts to ease trade with Malawi, Mozambique

Midnight ox‑drawn accident kills minor

Animal rights body takes swipe at Ramaphosa

Zanu-PF threatens unleash 'our' dogs

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SDA pastor fired over indecent assault

Access to information, media freedom in the digital age

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