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Dali Mpofu denied work visa to represent Namibia's EFF
Prominent South African legal practitioner, Advocate Dali Mpofu and his colleague Advocate Lerato Moela were denied work permits this week by the Ministry of Home Affairs, Immigration, Safety and Secu...Published: 25 Jul 2024 at 09:29hrs | 8217 | by Staff reporter
ANC of Ramaphosa: Obliterating, political cleansing of left leaning socialists
South Africa is witnessing a significant shift in its political landscape after the African National Congress (ANC), under President Cyril Ramaphosa, lost its majority in Parliament. This development ...Published: 23 Jul 2024 at 07:18hrs | 226 | by Marshall Ndlela
'Drug culture foreign to Zimbabwe'
President Mnangagwa has expressed serious concerns about the rise of drug and substance abuse among Zimbabwe's youth, highlighting that it contradicts the nation's cultural values and the principles o...Published: 21 Jul 2024 at 10:18hrs | 127 | by Staff reporter
Thekwane High School celebrates Centenary of excellence
Thekwane High School in Plumtree, Matabeleland South, is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. Established in 1924 by Reverend Herbert Carter, a Methodist Church Missionary, the school has a mi...Published: 19 Jul 2024 at 06:10hrs | 162 | by Staff reporter
Tsholotsho school unveils new bus
Tsholotsho High School, located in Matabeleland North and known as the "school of choice," has commissioned a new 72-seater bus to boost student morale during sports and educational tours. The bus was...Published: 15 Jul 2024 at 16:40hrs | 1043 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe opposition plans to disrupt upcoming Sadc meeting
DESPERATION can drive one to extremes and often than not, it results in an undesirable outcome, chief among them embarrassment.The opposition elements in this country have become irrelevant an...Published: 14 Jul 2024 at 09:46hrs | 191 | by Dr Obert Moses Mpofu
Hlophe hits back at detractors over his appointment to JSC
In a lengthy statement issued on Friday, Hlophe told nay-sayers that he was ready to take them on."Regarding their threats of a lawsuit to have me removed from the JSC, I say to them; Bring it...Published: 13 Jul 2024 at 12:56hrs | 62 | by Staff reporter
Mugabe's Zhuwao awarded PhD by a reputable university
Patrick Zhuwao, a former cabinet minister currently in exile, has been awarded a doctorate from the University of the Witwatersrand in South Africa. His dissertation, titled "Harnessing Digital Transf...Published: 09 Jul 2024 at 12:32hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter
Oppenheimer, Soros exerting undue influence to prevent Hlophe's ascension
In a contentious development, a coalition of civil society movements has raised objections regarding the appointment of Judge John Hlophe to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC).The issue has...Published: 07 Jul 2024 at 19:18hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter
'Chiefs not fit to lead Zimbabwe genocide consultations'
TRADITIONAL leaders tasked by President Emmerson Mnangagwa to lead Gukurahundi consultations are ill qualified to deal with the emotive matter, an academic Samukele Hadebe has said.Hadebe made...Published: 02 Jul 2024 at 07:14hrs | | by Staff reporter
Mudenda shields President from MPs scrutiny
Speaker of Parliament Jacob Mudenda faced criticism after preventing opposition CCC lawmaker Gladys Hlatywayo from raising a point of national interest regarding President Emmerson Mnangagwa's controv...Published: 02 Jul 2024 at 06:49hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Tribalists defend Mnangagwa's actions
A DEPUTY minister's demands for the transfer from a primary school in Bubi of an early childhood development (ECD) teacher with a Shona name has been met with mixed feelings, underlining the sensitivi...Published: 02 Jul 2024 at 06:42hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter
Traditional leader remembered for blocking Mugabe farm takeover
The late Chief Malaki Masuku of Kezi has been commemorated for his courageous actions in defending Maleme Ranch from government seizure during the era of former President Robert Mugabe. Jospha...Published: 02 Jul 2024 at 06:34hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's political crisis has dragged on for too long
The phrase "political economy" has entered the dictionary of the World Bank and other development organizations around the world.Academic interest in the components of the political economy of...Published: 01 Jul 2024 at 11:35hrs | 13 | by Evans Mathanda
'Jah Prayzah' receives Parliamentary vehicle
Stanley Sakupwanya, a Zanu-PF Manicaland youth leader nicknamed "Jah Prayzah" due to his striking resemblance and towering height, is celebrating after receiving a luxurious parliamentary vehicle, a F...Published: 01 Jul 2024 at 11:33hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
The death of coalitions
To drag out or not to drag Biden!What a disaster for the Democrats in United States elections!With little foresight or care, Democrats pitted a dead-man-come-to-life by the name of Joe...Published: 30 Jun 2024 at 18:16hrs | | by @Jamwanda2 on Saturday
Chamisa must come out clean, says Obbo Mandaza
Prominent academic and publisher Professor Ibbo Mandaza says Zimbabwe's main opposition leader Nelson Chamisa owes voters an explanation of what happened before, during and after last year's general e...Published: 25 Jun 2024 at 12:48hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter
Macheso to sample new album in Diaspora
Renowned Sungura musician Alick Macheso has announced an exciting lineup of shows in South Africa and the United Kingdom ahead of his album launch on August 2nd. The tour kicks off in Johannesburg at ...Published: 23 Jun 2024 at 10:40hrs | | by Staff reporter
Founders High School acquires 72-seater bus
Founders High School in Bulawayo celebrated a significant milestone as it unveiled its first-ever 72-seater bus, marking a historic occasion since its establishment in 1952. The event was filled with ...Published: 23 Jun 2024 at 10:32hrs | | by Staff reporter
Losing candidate continues with charity work
Pardon Tapfumaneyi, an aspiring Independent candidate for Mpopoma/Mzilikazi constituency, remains committed to his charity work in the area despite relocating to the United Kingdom. Speaking t...Published: 22 Jun 2024 at 11:38hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Judge John Hlophe appointed leader of MK Party in Parliament
Former Western Cape Judge President Mandlakayise John Hlophe has been appointed as the leader of uMkhonto Wesizwe Party in Parliament. Hlophe is known for his pro black native utterances especially on...Published: 20 Jun 2024 at 21:28hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa writes PhD thesis on Macheso's Sungura Music
Dr. Vimbai Chamisa, a Zimbabwean academic, has completed a PhD thesis exploring Sungura music, focusing particularly on the genre's maestro, Alick Macheso.Drawing from Social Identity theory, ...Published: 20 Jun 2024 at 09:11hrs | | by Staff reporter
University steps in to solve 0 pass rate in Matabeleland North
Lupane State University (LSU) has significantly contributed to reducing the number of primary schools in Matabeleland North province that record zero pass rates in Grade Seven public examinations. ...Published: 20 Jun 2024 at 07:23hrs | | by Staff reporter
Farewell Chairman VK: Reflections of a dear friend
The late Vimbai Kamoyo (VK) was quite a character.They buried him last week in Chiunye village, Mt Darwin, Mashonaland Central. Between him and I, the title of "Chairman" took tu...Published: 18 Jun 2024 at 14:54hrs | | by Josiah Mucharowana in Pretoria
Pardon Tapfumanei: Pioneering Political Harmony in Mpopoma-Mzilikazi
In an inspiring move towards political unity and community engagement, Pardon Tapfumanei, affectionately known as "The Duke," has set a groundbreaking precedent in Mpopoma-Mzilikazi. As an aspiring In...Published: 15 Jun 2024 at 17:38hrs | | by Nkululeko Nkomo
500 Zimbabwean students to get Indian scholarships
A delegation from India is in Zimbabwe to offer over 500 scholarships to Zimbabwean students in various fields such as sciences, law, and humanities. Global Arcus, a leading Indian academic c...Published: 11 Jun 2024 at 05:43hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter
Mahere says Gappah apology not insincere, demands US$50,000
Lawyer and opposition figure Fadzayi Mahere has revised her claim against author Petina Gappah from US$1 million to US$50,000 in their ongoing court battle. Despite Gappah's recent retraction ...Published: 06 Jun 2024 at 08:04hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
Ramaphosa fall: Mnangagwa scared
SOUTH AFRICA held general elections on Wednesday and results trickling in are sending shivers down the spines of regional liberation movements.The ruling African National Congress (ANC) is set...Published: 03 Jun 2024 at 08:16hrs | | by Paidamoyo Muzulu
Nust students scoop top Oxford innovation award
Three first-year students from the National University of Science and Technology (Nust) have garnered global acclaim for their groundbreaking smart agriculture irrigation system. This innovative syste...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:37hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe hires 4 600 teachers, eyes 2 400 more
Primary and Secondary Education Minister, Torerayi Moyo, announced that a total of 4,600 teachers have been recruited since January, with plans underway to recruit an additional 2,400 during the third...Published: 23 May 2024 at 10:48hrs | | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe govt must support ZiG currency through raft of solid measures
THE Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has been urged to implement a raft of measures, including fiscal discipline, public consultation and policy consistency, if the newly introduced Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) ...Published: 19 May 2024 at 11:55hrs | | by Staff reporter
Recalls immersed in Zanu-PF dark world of power
ACADEMIC and researcher Dr Phillan Zamchiya says recalls of CCC legislators by self-imposed secretary-general Sengezo Tshabangu which resulted in Zanu-PF attaining a two-thirds majority in the Nationa...Published: 19 May 2024 at 11:50hrs | | by Staff reporter
Africans of the world, unite
UNITING this great continent called Africa is of paramount importance. Perhaps more than that, it has always been crucial that the people of this continent flourish beyond measure. This is ver...Published: 19 May 2024 at 10:47hrs | | by Dr Obert Mpofu
Council boss blows thousands on bling
Chiredzi Council, which is struggling to deliver standard services to its 300 000plus residents, is in the eye of a storm following revelations that the local authority could be pampering its executiv...Published: 16 Apr 2024 at 17:56hrs | 14 | by Staff reporter
RBZ governor to unpack MPS in Bulawayo
The Zimbabwe Independent, in partnership with the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ), will tomorrow host an event in Bulawayo to unpack the 2024 Monetary Policy Statement (MPS).Other partners incl...Published: 16 Apr 2024 at 07:58hrs | | by Staff reporter
Renowned Nust lecturer dies
RENOWNED researcher and National University of Science and Technology (Nust) lecturer who also chaired the Institute of Development Studies (IDS) executive board, Dr Lerato Nare has died. He w...Published: 16 Apr 2024 at 07:50hrs | | by Staff reporter
Green bomber enrolment begins
The enrolment of 750 cadres for the National Youth Service in Zimbabwe has started countrywide, with President Mnangagwa expected to officiate at the relaunch of the programme next month.Cabin...Published: 16 Apr 2024 at 07:49hrs | | by Staff reporter
Fitness enthusiast Ms Waist causes a stir on social media
Ms Waist is a trending fitness enthusiast who has taken social media by storm. Her slim waist and well toned body has left many drooling at the results of a strict fitness regiment implemented by Ms W...Published: 13 Apr 2024 at 17:24hrs | | by Mandla Ndlovu
Heavily Militarised government is the reason for economic meltdown
I am compelled by love of my country to delve deep into the core issues that hinder progress and meaningful development including but not limited to the abuse of power and intimidation of citizens by ...Published: 10 Apr 2024 at 22:25hrs | | by Sithembiso Hadebe
General nurse training: May 2024 intake has now begun
General Nurse Training May 2024 Intake has now begun. The ministry of Health and Child Care are announced the intake in the Sunday papers on 7 April 2024.The training intake advert reads:...Published: 07 Apr 2024 at 19:47hrs | 76 | by Staff reporter
King Lobengula fate mystery deepens
The mystery surrounding the fate of 19th century Ndebele King Lobengula - son of the nation's founder King Mzilikazi - is still a moot historical event to Ndebele people, some Zimbabweans and scholars...Published: 04 Apr 2024 at 10:30hrs | | by Staff reporter
Anti-government critic Reneth Mano eyes top Government position
Anti Government critic Reneth Mano who became popular for bashing ZANU PF and accusing it of beating and maiming people during elections is now seeking a top post in the ministry of agriculture. On Ju...Published: 02 Apr 2024 at 18:53hrs | 1 | by Nixon Magwede
The politics of Zimbabwe's land reform: winners and losers
The political debates about the rights and wrongs of Zimbabwe's land reform continue to occupy many.The tired, old obsession about how the land was taken and the associated focus on so-called ...Published: 31 Mar 2024 at 16:34hrs | | by Ian Scoones
Ignatius Chombo plots dramatic political renaissance
THERE was excitement among Zanu-PF activists on Sunday following the official announcement of former long-serving Local Government minister, Ignatius Chombo's return to the party after a five-year hia...Published: 27 Mar 2024 at 06:35hrs | | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa personal history mystery
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa's origins and personal history is as clear as mud claims The Newshawks.There are many stories about Mnangagwa's roots and this is now subject to scrutin...Published: 26 Mar 2024 at 06:43hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
The rise of General Chiwenga: My reply to this article
My article today is to reply an article written by Samkeliso Ncube on Bulawayo 24: it was written in large; The rise of General Chiwenga, Zimbabwe's vanguard to a prosperous future. This article is no...Published: 25 Mar 2024 at 20:30hrs | 1 | by Nomazulu Thata
Understanding suicide among diaspora-born youths
The prevalence of media reports highlighting the suicides of young Zimbabweans born in the Diaspora is a deeply concerning issue. The time has come for us as Zimbabweans to understand the underlying f...Published: 15 Mar 2024 at 13:10hrs | | by Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
Zimbabwean authorities remove 7 universities from accredited list
The Zimbabwe Council for Higher Education (ZIMCHE) has announced the removal of seven universities in India and Cyprus from its official list of accredited institutions. This decision comes in the wak...Published: 12 Mar 2024 at 05:17hrs | 7 | by Staff reporter
Nust lecturer collapses, dies
RENOWNED researcher and National University of Science and Technology (Nust) lecturer, Professor George Shava has died. He was 59. Prof Shava succumbed to heart disease on Saturday at ...Published: 11 Mar 2024 at 04:54hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
MSU students get US$ fees reprieve
THE High Court has blocked the Midlands State University (MSU) from demanding fees solely in United States dollars and directed the institution to allow students to have the option to pay in local cur...Published: 11 Mar 2024 at 04:53hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
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