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'Corruption and cronyism worrying Mnangagwa' ZANU PF MP says
ZANU PF Member of Parliament for Gokwe-Nembudziya Justice Mayor Wadyajena says President Emmerson Mnangagwa is troubled that the majority problems in the country emanate from corruption and cronyism....Published: 5 hrs ago | 1473 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Revolution is the great teacher
Those living in luxury from the exploitation and suffering of others have traditionally always been opposed to emancipation struggles; they continue to be opposed to such struggles by the people today...Published: 13 hrs ago | 111 | by Reason Wafawarova
Land compensation and IMF re-engagement: A legacy of an Anti-poor government.
The full import of Mnangagwa's Zimbabwe is open for business mantra is now being painfully realized by the working class of Zimbabwe. Salaries of the workers have been eroded, the majority of our popu...Published: 21 Apr 2019 at 20:10hrs | 2109 | by Obert Masaraure
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: 21 Apr 2019 at 09:01hrs | 11708 | by Dr Milton, Chemhuru
'Collateral registry to be operational by December'
THE Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) is set to operationalise the collateral registry system by year end as authorities move to make movable property securitisable, an official has said.The driv...Published: 21 Apr 2019 at 08:49hrs | 185 | by Staff reporter
What I learnt from man City Vs Tottenham Champions League match
The game will be remembered for several decades. In the first leg Tottenham won 1- 0. Man City was confident it would overturn the results in the second leg in it's home ground, but it was not to be. ...Published: 21 Apr 2019 at 08:43hrs | 467 | by Mthokozisi Gwizi
Zimbabwe civil servants demand fresh wage negotiations
CIVIL servants have demanded fresh negotiations with government over salary increments as the cost of living continues to rise.Early this month, government announced a salary increment ranging...Published: 19 Apr 2019 at 11:11hrs | 2280 | by Staff reporter
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 | 713 | by Victor Bhoroma
'MDC has no hand in sanctions'
The Daily News on Sunday Assistant Editor Maxwell Sibanda caught up with journalist, and human rights advocate Grace Kwinje who is the MDC Alliance's European Union representative based in Brussels. S...Published: 18 Apr 2019 at 17:48hrs | 348 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's Independence celebration flops
President Emmerson Mnangagwa's bid to preside over a successful 39th anniversary of the Independence of Zimbabwe flopped after a massive rainfall scattered the attendees who filled about half of the N...Published: 18 Apr 2019 at 12:21hrs | 20481 | by Mandla Ndlovu
In memory of Zimbabwe's Independence
On 18th April 1980, Zimbabweans celebrated their Independence both from Britain and from the Ian settler state. The celebration was rather muted because it was the little headmaster, Robert Mugabe, wh...Published: 18 Apr 2019 at 11:46hrs | 922 | by Ngqabutho Mabhena
'RTGS$ is not a currency' says Minister
Deputy Government Spokesperson Energy Mutodi has confirmed a long standing asserting by Zimbabweans that the country does not have a currency and the recently introduced RTGS$ by the Reserve bank of Z...Published: 18 Apr 2019 at 09:22hrs | 6677 | by Mandla Ndlovu
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 | 593 | by Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
Zimbabwe marks 39th Independence Day amid economic crises
Thousands of people will gather today to watch a military-civilian parade in the capital, Harare, as Zimbabwe marks the 39th anniversary of its independence from Britain.Thousands of people ar...Published: 18 Apr 2019 at 07:19hrs | 379 | by Staff reporter
Price hikes thwart salary increase relief
Janet Ncube*, a nurse who like all civil servants received a 29% salary increment on Monday, got angry when she woke up to the news of an effective 94% price increase for bread only a day later....Published: 16 Apr 2019 at 18:38hrs | 3295 | by James Thompson
MDC laughs off claims of congress manipulation and violence
THE Movement for Democratic Change, has scoffed at claims its congress procedures are being manipulated in particular to facilitate party leader Nelson Chamisa’s unchallenged election at the electiv...Published: 16 Apr 2019 at 12:46hrs | 2533 | by Ndou Paul
The case for the compensations of former white farmers
Last week Government announced the commencement of the process of identifying and registering the former white farmers, who lost land during the land reform programme, in an exercise which is being co...Published: 15 Apr 2019 at 11:33hrs | 1470 | by Nobleman Runyanga
Chamisa's MDC unhappy with IMF assisting Zimbabwe
Cyclone Idai, which brought unprecedented destruction as incessant rain and gusty winds caused catastrophic damage, has prompted the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to agree to deepen the Fund's eng...Published: 15 Apr 2019 at 10:58hrs | 4017 | by Staff reporter
MDC Congress processes in strict constitutional compliance says Chibaya
The Organising department runs the Congress in strict compliance to the MDC constitution and the template adopted by the party.Once a province meets the quorum, the Congress must and will cont...Published: 14 Apr 2019 at 19:22hrs | 264 | by Amos Chibaya
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 | 1503 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe says US$ not good for economy
ZIMBABWE's continued use of the United States dollar is no longer sustainable for the economy as it hurts industry's competitiveness, a Cabinet minister has said.Industry and Commerce minister...Published: 14 Apr 2019 at 10:03hrs | 1488 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe on the knife edge
Legitimacy issues will continue to follow Mnangagwa. All forms of cheating were applied, hence our elections fell below international standards, thus the continuation of sanctions. ...Published: 13 Apr 2019 at 15:52hrs | 1192 | by Leonard Koni
Gukurahundi healing measures crucial to national healing/unity
THE National Peace and Reconciliation Commission tomorrow begins the process of taking the country through 21 days of sharing mechanisms on healing and reconciliation. NPRC's outreach programme covers...Published: 13 Apr 2019 at 08:07hrs | 394 | by Chronicle Editorial Comment
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 | 4218 | by Victor Bhoroma
Mthwakazi Human Rights condemns planned Mnangagwa genocide mass grave exhumations
The 1893 Mthwakazi Human Rights Restoration Movement (1893 MHRRM) notes with grave concern the recent developments regarding the Matebeleland Gukurahundi Genocide and the way the state crime of this m...Published: 11 Apr 2019 at 20:52hrs | 1974 | by Thembani Dube
The dynamics of smuggling in Zimbabwe
Catch me if you can, is a phrase that may describe the goings on at Zimbabwe's ports of entry as the Treasury continues to lose millions of dollars in revenue due to smuggling and other criminal activ...Published: 11 Apr 2019 at 16:39hrs | 1736 | by Staff reporter
Thanks to modern day Muzorewas giving credibility to illegitimate Mnangagwa - Zanu-PF ichatonga! Igotonga!
History has the habit to repeat itself! In the 1970s Ian Smith came up with a plan to silence his political opponents accusing him of heading a white racist regime. He arranged to have a few b...Published: 09 Apr 2019 at 09:06hrs | 3418 | by Wilbert Mukori
Devolution: An idea whose time has come
Many countries have witnessed the decentralisation of state functions in the form of both political and administrative devolution, which gives citizens more power to elect representatives who understa...Published: 07 Apr 2019 at 09:06hrs | 369 | by Abednico Bhebhe
Zimbabwean man's odd haircut
You can imagine the dreadlocks or countless exquisite haircuts sported by youths that have been trending with stylists and barbers world over, but few will beat Murewa's Marufu.Mankind has bee...Published: 07 Apr 2019 at 08:59hrs | 7453 | by Staff reporter
Rude awakening for Chamisa
THE just ended, Bulawayo Cowdray Park Ward 28 by-election was a rude awakening for the MDC-Alliance that always prided itself as the sole beneficiary of the urban constituent. Too much t...Published: 07 Apr 2019 at 08:42hrs | 2895 | by Khumbulani Vodloza Sibanda
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 | 488 | by Staff reporter
Privatization is key to Zimbabwe's economic recovery plan
The microeconomic foundations of economies ensure that macroeconomic objectives are achieved. Stated differently, macroeconomic goals can only be achieved if there are robust institutions ensuring tha...Published: 04 Apr 2019 at 08:16hrs | 1209 | by Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo
Masvingo to name streets after war vets
Masvingo City Council and the Infrastructural Development Bank of Zimbabwe (IDBZ) intend to honour liberation war luminaries from the province by naming streets in the new suburb of Clipsham Views aft...Published: 04 Apr 2019 at 06:43hrs | 274 | by Staff reporter
Light is shining at the end of the Zimbabwe tunnel
Today Zimbabwe reminded me why I think this is such an amazing place to live. I woke just after 5am, outside it was crisp, dew on the grass and the birds just waking up with me – a pair of Robins se...Published: 03 Apr 2019 at 08:29hrs | 7053 | by Eddie Cross
Civil servants to declare assets
In a first for public administration in the country, Cabinet has approved values and principles of a framework that will see public servants declare assets to ensure accountability. Additional...Published: 03 Apr 2019 at 08:14hrs | 410 | by Staff reporter
Meet Joshua Nkomo's white soldier
One of the unsung heroes of the war of liberation Jeremy Brickhill celebrates his birthday today (Tuesday). Jeremy Brickhill is one of the white people who served in Zimbabwe's liberation war as...Published: 02 Apr 2019 at 07:53hrs | 3803 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Mnangagwa push to deter coup, army meddling in politics
PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa and his administration have moved to domesticate an African law that seeks to deter military meddling in civilian politics as well as block any coup against a sitting gove...Published: 01 Apr 2019 at 06:45hrs | 5927 | by newzimbabwe
Probe lectureship quality in universities
Government has adopted a stance of lenience towards university lecturers who do not hold doctorates. There has been growing calls in the academic spheres that lecturers with Masters degrees should be ...Published: 01 Apr 2019 at 06:38hrs | 871 | by Leroy Dzenga
Mnangagwa mulls disbanding gukurahundi commissions
Government is mulling disbanding two Constitutional commissions - the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) and the Zimbabwe Gender Commission (ZGC) - and subsume their core functions un...Published: 30 Mar 2019 at 23:01hrs | 2192 | by Staff reporter
America impressed with Zimbabwe reforms
Reforms being implemented by the President Emmerson Mnangagwa-led Government are positive and a reflection of great urgency to transform the country economically and politically, United States of Amer...Published: 30 Mar 2019 at 22:45hrs | 909 | by Staff reporter
Senate adopts African charter on democracy, elections
THE African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance (ACDEG) was ratified by Senate on Wednesday amid protest by MDC Alliance senators that wanted debate on the issue deferred to yesterday to al...Published: 30 Mar 2019 at 17:38hrs | 39 | by Staff reporter
Chairpersons for national dialogue named, Mnangagwa happy
Political parties that participated in the 2018 July harmonised elections met yesterday and appointed Chairman of the National Peace and Reconciliation Commission (NPRC) Justice Sello Nare and Chairpe...Published: 30 Mar 2019 at 08:22hrs | 2466 | by Staff Reporter
Mnangagwa's victory not free, not fair, not credible
When Zimbabwean soldiers shot civilians during riots against alleged election-rigging on August 1, 2018, many Zimbabweans were horrified - but they weren't surprised.The previous November, the...Published: 29 Mar 2019 at 12:11hrs | 3000 | by Rahul Nagvekar
Zimbabwe buys London wigs for judges
THE Judiciary Service Commission has placed orders for 64 wigs made of horsehair from the exclusive and expensive Stanley Ley Legal Outfitters in England, the Zimbabwe Independent has learnt.T...Published: 29 Mar 2019 at 12:10hrs | 4066 | by Staff reporter
Government to introduce a new currency called E-Zollar by September?
In a pretexted bid to bring an end to the nation's perennial nightmarish currency woes, government is allegedly working on a secret plan to introduce a digital Zimbabwe dollar, as soon as a new curren...Published: 29 Mar 2019 at 09:00hrs | 29224 | by Spotlight
Strive Masiyiwa to pour over US$225m into Harare
Higherlife Foundation is set to plough over US$225 million into Harare's water and sanitation sectors as part of broader efforts to fight water-borne diseases like cholera and typhoid. The two partner...Published: 28 Mar 2019 at 23:33hrs | 1083 | by Staff reporter
Prices of goods continue to go up
Prices of mostly basic commodities have significantly gone up over the past month, with analysts blaming it on exchange rate developments. A survey by the Daily News yesterday showed that prices of ba...Published: 28 Mar 2019 at 12:55hrs | 3224 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe tobacco farmers hold firm to their crop
Tobacco farmers have continued to hold on to their crop amid reports that they have only delivered less than 10% of the golden leaf in the first five days of trading this year, citing poor prices and ...Published: 28 Mar 2019 at 07:48hrs | 1613 | by Staff reporter
Discipline mustn't be administered through brutality
The problem of child abuse is getting out of hand and our society must act now to stop the terrible crimes against innocent children.Recently, the Midlands community awoke to the shocking news...Published: 27 Mar 2019 at 23:55hrs | 1688 | by Cuthbert Mavheko
Zimbabwean mobile network operators, Potraz on collision course over pricing
Zimbabwean mobile network operators (MNOs) are up in arms with the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (Potraz) over the ICT industry regulator's alleged intransigence o...Published: 27 Mar 2019 at 15:37hrs | 515 | by Staff reporter
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