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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 opposition over constitutional litigation and leadership legitimacy.Timba, who…

Published: 10 hrs ago | 272 | 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: 10 hrs ago | 599 | 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 | | 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 | | 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 | 672 | 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,

Zimbabwe poultry industry tops US$1.2bn

Zimbabwe's poultry industry has surpassed a gross value of US$1,2 billion, underlining the sector's growing contribution to food security, employment creation and economic activity, the Zimbabwe Poultry Association (ZPA) has said.Speaking …

Published: 17 May 2026 at 11:58hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe gold reserves boost confidence in ZiG

Zimbabwe's gold reserves have surged by 198,7 percent to 4,48 tonnes in just two years, strengthening confidence in the country's gold-backed currency, the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG), amid continued efforts to stabilise the economy.President Emme…

Published: 17 May 2026 at 11:54hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe govt defends Starlink rollout

The Zimbabwean government has defended the entry of satellite internet provider Starlink, saying increased competition is essential to expanding connectivity and advancing the country's goal of building a digitally driven economy by 2030.T…

Published: 16 May 2026 at 13:53hrs | 1066 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe records Africa's sharpest fuel price hikes

Zimbabwe imposed the steepest fuel price increases in Africa during the latest Middle East oil shock, according to a joint report by four major international institutions examining the economic fallout from tensions linked to the United St…

Published: 16 May 2026 at 11:19hrs | 1107 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe among Africa's most debt-distressed economies

Zimbabwe has fallen deeper into Africa's most dangerous debt category after being listed among the continent's worst debt-distressed economies in a joint report prepared by the United Nations Development Programme, African Union, United Na…

Published: 16 May 2026 at 11:18hrs | 504 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe to recruit 2,000 teachers

THE Treasury has released funds to recruit only 2,000 teachers, a figure far below the estimated 20,000 to 30,000 vacancies currently affecting Zimbabwe's publi

Published: 15 May 2026 at 15:51hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe lost over 65,000 jobs in 3 months

ZIMBABWEAN companies retrenched more than 65,000 workers in just three months last year, exposing deepening pressures in the labour market despite official clai

Published: 15 May 2026 at 15:49hrs | 410 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe signals gradual interest rate cuts

THE Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is expected to begin gradually reducing interest rates in the coming months as Government seeks to stimulate economic growth while maintaining price stability and single-digit inflation, Finance, Economi…

Published: 15 May 2026 at 10:42hrs | | by Staff reporter

MRP in renewed push for Mthwakazi self-determination

The Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP) has called on Zimbabwe, the Southern African Development Community (Sadc), the African Union, and the international community to recognise the Mthwakazi self-determination issue as a legitimate political …

Published: 14 May 2026 at 19:23hrs | 774 | by Staff reporter

'Only God can reward nurses,' says Zimbabwean minister

Zimbabwe's Deputy Minister of Health and Child Care, Sleiman Kwidini, has stirred strong reactions after telling nurses that no government or employer can fully compensate their work, insisting that "only God can reward a nurse" as pressur…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:02hrs | 647 | by Staff reporter

10-year schedule of Uhuru venues

Zimbabwe has approved a 10-year rotational schedule of venues for its annual Independence Day celebrations, with provinces set to take turns hosting the national event under a structured devolution framework.Skills Audit and Development Mi…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 09:45hrs | 448 | by Staff reporter

Cement demand surge fuels fresh industrial investment

Zimbabwe's rising demand for cement is attracting significant new industrial investment, with Chinese-owned Zhongjin Heli Energy and its subsidiary Jianqiang Cement expanding operations in Hwange as part of efforts to reduce reliance on im…

Published: 12 May 2026 at 19:56hrs | 444 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe positions as regional steel hub

Dinson Iron and Steel is rapidly becoming one of Zimbabwe's largest industrial operations as the country intensifies efforts toward industrialisation and value addition under the National Development Strategy Two (NDS2). The multi-billion-…

Published: 10 May 2026 at 17:38hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe urges EU to lift remaining sanctions

Zimbabwe has renewed calls for the unconditional removal of the European Union's remaining arms embargo, saying the measure continues to limit the country's full participation in global peace and security efforts.Acting Foreign Affairs and…

Published: 09 May 2026 at 17:16hrs | | by Staff reporter

Biggest obstacle facing ZIG

Zimbabwe's government has acknowledged that public confidence remains the biggest obstacle facing the country's gold-backed currency, the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG), despite official backing and growing foreign currency reserves.Deputy Finance Mi…

Published: 08 May 2026 at 21:08hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean's FlyCristal secures aircraft to begin operations

Zimbabwean start-up airline FlyCristal Airways has reached a major milestone in its growth strategy after securing its first aircraft to commence initial operational services. The carrier has acquired a 19-seater Let L-410 aircraft from Ma…

Published: 08 May 2026 at 15:44hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe dismisses land reform reversal claims

Anxious Jongwe Masuka has strongly dismissed reports suggesting that Zimbabwe's land reform programme is being reversed, describing such claims as "mischievous and misguided."Speaking in Parliament on Wednesday as Acting Leader of Governme…

Published: 08 May 2026 at 12:17hrs | 994 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe, Botswana vaccinate 72 000 cattle against FMD

Zimbabwe and Botswana have jointly vaccinated more than 72 000 cattle in Matebeleland South under a coordinated cross-border campaign aimed at containing foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) and protecting the region's livestock sector.The five-da…

Published: 08 May 2026 at 12:16hrs | | by Staff reporter

Economists warn Zimbabwe's stability is 'artificial'

Leading economists and banking executives have warned that Zimbabwe's recent economic stability is being sustained through aggressive monetary controls that are squeezing liquidity, weakening businesses and masking deeper structural weakne…

Published: 08 May 2026 at 12:11hrs | | by Staff reporter

Matebeleland's healthcare crisis exposes Zimbabwe's broken promise

Healthcare delivery across Zimbabwe's Matebeleland region continues to expose widening structural weaknesses within the country's public health system, with communities facing persistent shortages of medicines, staff, equipment and accessi…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 21:20hrs | | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa returning 67 European-owned farms

Zimbabwe will return 67 farms previously seized during the country's controversial land reform programme to nationals from Denmark, Switzerland, Germany and the Netherlands, Agriculture Minister Anxious Masuka has confirmed, marking a sign…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 15:13hrs | | by Staff reporter

Telecel Zimbabwe's collapse creates unusual investment opportunities

Telecel Zimbabwe, once Zimbabwe's second-largest mobile network operator with nearly two million subscribers and a commanding 15.1 percent market share in 2015, is now operating under voluntary corporate rescue after years of financial dec…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 14:43hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe moves to classify coal as 'special' critical mineral

Zimbabwe is preparing to designate metallurgical coal as a “special critical mineral” in a policy shift aimed at attracting new investment into the country's vast but underutilised coal reserves, amid renewed global debate over the future …

Published: 07 May 2026 at 14:25hrs | | by Staff reporter

Unsafe work practices still driving preventable injuries in Zimbabwe

Unsafe behaviour by workers and weak enforcement of safety standards by employers continue to drive avoidable workplace injuries across Zimbabwe's industrial and commercial sectors, according to the National Social Security Authority (NSSA…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 14:16hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe blood too costly

The government says it is taking steps to reduce the cost of blood transfusions and improve access to blood services across Zimbabwe, following growing concern that current prices are unaffordable for many patients.The matter was raised in…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:50hrs | | by Staff reporter

Ramaphosa distances self from presence of wanted individual during Zimbabwe visit

Cyril Ramaphosa has clarified that he had no prior knowledge of an individual of interest to law enforcement who was reportedly present during his recent working visit to Zimbabwe.The visit, held on Sunday at the invitation of Zimbabwean P…

Published: 07 May 2026 at 07:47hrs | 636 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe part of a joint bid to co-host 2028 AFCON

Zimbabwe is among six Southern African countries set to join South Africa in a joint bid to co-host the 2028 Africa Cup of Nations, South Africa's Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Gayton McKenzie has announced.The proposed co-hosting ar…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 12:51hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe engages SA over xenophobia fears

The Zimbabwean government has moved to reassure citizens living in South Africa that their safety is not under immediate threat following renewed concerns over xenophobic tensions targeting foreign nationals.The issue was raised in the Sen…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:09hrs | | by Staff reporter

Lobby group warns of rising gun crime risk in Zimbabwe

A Zimbabwean civic organisation, the Xikolokolo Lobby Group, has petitioned Parliament calling for urgent tightening of firearm laws, warning that weak enforcement could lead to a rise in gun-related crime.The petition, submitted on 17 Apr…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:02hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe tourism earnings surge 14% in Q1

Zimbabwe's tourism sector recorded strong growth in the first quarter of 2026, with receipts rising 14 percent to US$251 million, up from US$221 million in the same period last year, signalling a robust post-pandemic recovery.Latest figure…

Published: 06 May 2026 at 11:19hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zambia's cheaper fuel passes through Zimbabwe first

Zimbabwe continues to rank as the most expensive fuel market in the region despite serving as a key transit corridor for petroleum products destined for landlocked Zambia, according to recent pricing and logistics data for April 2026.Fuel …

Published: 05 May 2026 at 13:04hrs | | by Staff reporter

Counterfeit goods flood Zimbabwe

A new study has revealed that a majority of Zimbabweans are purchasing counterfeit products, highlighting the scale of a growing informal market challenge that authorities are struggling to contain.The survey, conducted by Topline Research…

Published: 05 May 2026 at 12:56hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe MPs push for AI in govt tenders to curb corruption

Zimbabwe's public procurement system could be on the brink of its most significant reform in years, as lawmakers push to introduce artificial intelligence (AI) into the awarding of government contracts - a process long criticised for ineff…

Published: 05 May 2026 at 12:55hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe export earnings jump 59%

Zimbabwe recorded a sharp rise in export earnings in the first quarter of 2026, with inflows increasing by 59 percent year-on-year, according to the latest Zimbabwe Trade Outlook Report.The report shows exports grew to over US$2.7 billion,…

Published: 04 May 2026 at 19:24hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe eyes new wheat record

Zimbabwe has officially commenced its 2026 winter cropping season, with authorities expressing confidence in another strong wheat harvest as planting progresses nationwide.The government is targeting 662 500 tonnes of wheat this season, su…

Published: 04 May 2026 at 19:17hrs | | by Staff reporter

Something is brewing in Zimbabwe

An unannounced visit by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa to Zimbabwe has sparked political speculation after he was hosted by President Emmerson Mnangagwa at his private Precabe Farm in Kwekwe, where several influential business fig…

Published: 03 May 2026 at 18:45hrs | | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga coup hopes dampened by Ramaphosa visit

Hopes of a military coup against President Emmerson Mnangagwa have reportedly been dampened following assurances from South African leader Cyril Ramaphosa that Pretoria would not support any unconstitutional change of government in Zimbabw…

Published: 03 May 2026 at 18:39hrs | | by Staff reporter

Ramaphosa's Zimbabwe trip raises eyebrows

South African President Cyril Ramaphosa made an unannounced visit to Zimbabwe, where he was hosted by President Emmerson Mnangagwa at his private farm in Kwekwe, in a trip that has sparked political and business speculation.While initial r…

Published: 03 May 2026 at 18:30hrs | | by Staff reporter

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Zimbabwe's major dams enough to last until next rainy season

Zimbabwe-born refugee becomes Mayor of Medway

IPEC launches regulatory sandbox for insurance sector

Government raises ZWG5.6bn through TBs

ZIFA makes late changes to Warriors squad

Government launches 2026 cattle branding season

MPs clash over Zimbabwe's worsening urban transport crisis

Missing man found dead in sewer stream

Baboon rescued from snare in Victoria Falls

Bulawayo gold barons under siege

ZENT workers accuse MD of abuse of office

Timba hits back at Chamisa

Mnangagwa warns Zanu-PF youth

Parts of CAB3 do not require referendum

South African anger against immigrants is misdirected: confront Ramaphosa over why he shields the Mnangagwa regime

SAPS ordered to compensate shot security guard

Bosso dragged to court over Botswana camp debt

PPC eyes new Zimbabwe cement plant

Man hires thugs to kidnap ex-wife, court told

ConCourt reserves judgment in CAB3 challenge

Chivayo's ex-wife Sonja, mother remanded in custody

Zimbabwe govt rewards athletics team

Zimbabwe maintains 5% growth projection

Funding constraints stall Victoria Falls Highway rehab

Mnangagwa confers liberation hero status on Nguluvhe

Mnangagwa to lead Culture festivities in Bulawayo

Woman faces charges over labour scam

Fear grips Dangamvura over machete attacker

CCC slams school renaming push

Secret ballot push as MPs face pressure over Mnangagwa term extension

Ex-police inspector loses High Court bid for reinstatement

Zimbabwe edges closer to joining BRICS bank

Masuka under fire over land row

SADC Ministers to meet in Zimbabwe over food security, blue economy

Sonja Madzikanda is ok

Deputy Minister dragged into high-profile divorce battle

Moyo is ill-suited to accuse others of undermining Mnangagwa

Bhasera loses US$12,000 in Mutare home theft

'Zimbabwe economy stable despite external shocks'

ZIMSTAT revises February 2026 trade figures

Survey reveals teachers turning to farming and mining

Zimbabwe pushes for direct Dubai - Victoria Falls link

Robber jailed five years

Zanu PF councillor mourns supporter

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

Zimbabwe expands AI traffic surveillance

Cop who declared himself police boss acquitted

ConCourt blocks live broadcast of CAB 3 challenge hearing

Pumula South spear killer appears in court

Bulawayo City Council wage bill exceeds govt limits

Zimbabwean woman dies at South African hospital; neglected due to her nationality

Zimbabwe tightens border security to curb trafficking

Lupane State University students win innovation prize

Zimbabwe is at peace, says Mnangagwa

The harder the Zimbabwe regime pushes citizens into believing economy improving the more unbelievable they sound!

Zimbabwe road carnage claiming 5 people every day

ConCourt reserves judgment in CAB3 challenge

South African anger against immigrants is misdirected: confront Ramaphosa over why he shields the Mnangagwa regime

Man hires thugs to kidnap ex-wife, court told

Zimbabwe-born refugee becomes Mayor of Medway

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