Search / Bus
Ex-President take on Mphoko tormentor in bitter Choppies boardroom battle
A bitter Boardroom battle for control of Botswana's most prestigious company is being waged in Gaborone - and is reverberating through eight sub-Saharan countries.At its heart is a battle for ...Published: 34 mins ago | 82 | by Agencies
PM May resigns over Brexit and sheds a tear – ED Pfee will shed buckets of crocodile tears but never ever resign
"Brexit means Brexit!" said British Prime Minister Theresa May when she took over from David Cameron in 2016. After three years of blundering from pillar to post, she has failed to deliver Brexit and ...Published: 37 mins ago | 75 | by Nomusa Garikai
Bravo to Chamisa and team MDC
Besides celebrating the High court dismissal of an appeal to interdict the about-to-start peoples congress in Gweru, we congradulate Advocate Nelson Chamisa for his courageous leadership against eleme...Published: 38 mins ago | 123 | by Benny Gudo
Battle for control of Choppies turns nasty...Festus Mogae turns against partner
A bitter Boardroom battle for control of Botswana's most prestigious company is being waged in Gaborone – and is reverberating through eight sub-Saharan countries.At its heart is a battle fo...Published: 4 hrs ago | 2580 | by Staff Writer
Ex-MDC Youth leader warns Chamisa
Former MDC Youth leader Shephard Dube has warned MDC President Nelsoon Chamisa that his party runs the risk of suffering a stunted growth if he does not crack the whip on Congress delegates to turn fr...Published: 6 hrs ago | 6603 | by Mandla Ndlovu
The other side of Rhodesia’s education system
One of, if not the only critical aspect of the Rhodesian educational system was that it was inspired with skills. Of course, there is tons of empirical evidence on the vices of institutionalised racia...Published: 6 hrs ago | 1805 | by Rejoice Ngwenya
Twitter defends Welshman Ncube
Twitter users have defended MDC Vice President Professor Welshman Ncube for his decision to donate ten beasts towards the MDC Congress that kicked off in the Midlands town of Gweru on Friday.S...Published: 8 hrs ago | 2245 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Dumiso Dabengwa a dissident that never was
Zimbabwe has lost her gallant son. The mountain has collapsed. ZANU PF did not only arrest and torture Dumiso Dabengwa but they also frustrated him to death. I am not shocked with the crocodile tears ...Published: 8 hrs ago | 1914 | by Don Chigumba
'ZANU PF officials tell investors not to bring money until Mnangagwa goes'
National Patriotic Front Spokesperson Jealousy Mawarire has alleged that some Senior ZANU PF members are dissuading investors from putting any money into the country until President Emmerson Mnangagwa...Published: 12 hrs ago | 18098 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Zimbabwean born CEO suspended by Old Mutual over ‘breakdown in trust'
Financial services group Old Mutual says it has suspended CEO Peter Moyo over a "breakdown in trust".Following a series of talks, the Old Mutual board decided that "there has been a material b...Published: 12 hrs ago | 2357 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe EFF CIC's profile
1) Who is Innocent Ndibali?Innocent Ndibali is proud Zimbabwean, a Commander-In-Chief of Economic Freedom Fighters (Zimbabwe Chapter: EFF-Zim), business man in both Zimbabwe ...Published: 14 hrs ago | 1258 | by Zim EFF
Zanu-PF and the football connection
The Zimbabwe senior national team will represent the nation at Africa,s greatest soccer showpiece in Egypt in 2019, which is no mean achievement for the team .The team made it despite numerous challen...Published: 14 hrs ago | 722 | by AT Kadada
'Hello Congress delegates! May I deeply kiss your conscience?'
Naturally, pangs of conscience should mercilessly prick and pound every normal MDC 5th Congress delegate who is likely to misguidedly cast any stray vote in shameless defiance of the party founding pr...Published: 14 hrs ago | 1271 | by Nhlanhla Moses
Chiwenga, Zimbabwe army to boot out Mnangagwa through 'operation restore economy'
COLOGNE/HARARE– Combative Vice President, Rtd General Constantino Chiwenga, and a hardline military faction backing his political doctrine and ambitions, are reportedly on the verge of booting Presi...Published: 14 hrs ago | 19267 | by Itai Mushekwe/Mary-Kate Kahari
Mnangagwa now more paranoic and desperate
A REGIME failing to provide its citizens with basic necessities is unsurprisingly afraid of itself and those who differ with its lopsided policies.The arrest of four civil society activists th...Published: 14 hrs ago | 2920 | by Staff reporter
MDC congress: Redefining the people's agenda
This weekend the MDC will hold its elective congress in Gweru, Midlands province, under the theme Defining a new course for Zimbabwe. This is the 5th congress we are holding since February 1999, when ...Published: 14 hrs ago | 588 | by Tendai Biti
Air Zimbabwe stashes US$5m in UK
INSOLVENT flag carrier Air Zimbabwe Private Limited (AirZim) is still active in the United Kingdom (UK) under the same name, with financial records showing that the moribund airline has £4 million (U...Published: 14 hrs ago | 1061 | by Staff reporter
Air Zimbabwe legacy debts spook investors
GOVERNMENT'S delay in moving on the Air Zimbabwe's US$381 million debt assumption plan continues to weaken the airline's chances of courting new partners, an official has said.Grant Thornton, ...Published: 14 hrs ago | 258 | by Staff reporter
'No immediate end to load-shedding'
ENERGY minister Fortune Chasi (FC) took his oath of office this week, promising to tackle the electricity crisis head-on. His appointment comes at a time power utility Zimbabwe Electricity Supply Auth...Published: 14 hrs ago | 840 | by Staff reporter
White Zimbabwean farmer 'resists' to make way for Mnangagwa ally's son
CHIPINGE farmer and retired Swiss banker, Richard Le Vieux, who has established a reputable business of exporting coffee, avocados and macadamia nuts for the past 30 years, appeared in court on Wednes...Published: 14 hrs ago | 1769 | by Staff reporter
Populist policies can only suffocate Zupco more
THE government this week slashed Zimbabwe United Passenger Company (Zupco) bus fares to 50 cents and 75 cents from $1 and $1,50, at a time when fuel prices shot up to almost $5 from $3,38.Whil...Published: 14 hrs ago | 279 | by Faith Zaba
Mnangagwa's 'Open for business' mantra collapses
THE surprise move by major gold producer Metallon Corporation to sue the government over its failure to pay for gold deliveries commensurately has brought into sharp focus the country's continued fore...Published: 14 hrs ago | 865 | by Staff reporter
'Mining sector to reap from liberalised inter-bank rates'
ZIMBABWE'S economic crisis continues to deepen, with no signs of recovery in the short to medium term. This has had a devastating impact on industry, resulting in the closure of companies and massive ...Published: 15 hrs ago | 164 | by Staff reporter
What MDC congress hopefuls said
The MDC congress kicks off today with youths and women's assemblies elections. NewsDay caught up with some of the candidates vying for positions at the congress to get their views on why they think th...Published: 15 hrs ago | 736 | by Staff reporter
Mthuli Ncube is not a Professor for nothing
"Be careful what you wish for," is an English expression used to tell people to think before they say they want something and to suggest that they may not actually want it. There may be unforeseen and...Published: 15 hrs ago | 2509 | by Conway Tutani
Woman tries to sell child for 3 cars
A 19-YEAR-OLD woman from Dulivhadzimo, Beitbridge, has been taken to court for attempting to trade her daughter for three cars to a Zimbabwean based in South Africa in a suspected ritual case meant to...Published: 15 hrs ago | 1282 | by Staff reporter
'Zupco remains profitable,' says govt
GOVERNMENT has said Zupco remains profitable despite a 50 percent reduction in bus fares. A distance of up to 30km is now pegged at 75 cents from $1,50 while a distance of up to 40km has been reduced ...Published: 15 hrs ago | 476 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's advisors table anti-corruption measures
THE Presidential Advisory Council yesterday presented a cocktail of recommendations to President Mnangagwa and Cabinet Ministers on how to fight corruption, a development that is set to add more impet...Published: 15 hrs ago | 431 | by Staff reporter
RBZ warns banks over forex abuse
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has warned it will take punitive action against banks flouting exchange control regulations after noting rampant abuse of nostro (domestic) foreign currency accounts...Published: 15 hrs ago | 1392 | by Staff reporter
Dabengwa: Struggle stalwart, war strategist, epitome of unity
he death of liberation struggle stalwart Dumiso Dabengwa after battling with a liver disease has robbed the country of a distinguished military strategist and leader who shaped and influenced the 16-y...Published: 15 hrs ago | 500 | by Sifelani Tsiko
Africa lost in Africa day
Africa emerged from the dark cruel days of colonialism. The inspiration to find itself and shake the shackles of bondage came from the soup of Africa day. Africa day has brought about different vibes....Published: 23 May 2019 at 21:47hrs | 1033 | by Dr Masimba Mavaza
Special Message from Prof Welshman Ncube
Fellow MDC members, in the next twenty four (24) hours we will gather at Ascot Stadium in my hometown of Gweru for a historic, momentous occasion in the history of our party and our nation.For...Published: 23 May 2019 at 21:42hrs | 4929 | by Welshman Ncube
MDC candidates sell Tsvangirai legacy as trump card
One of the reasons people hate politics is that truth is rarely a politician's objective; election and power are, according to American columnist Calvin Thomas.The MDC Alliance's elective cong...Published: 23 May 2019 at 19:43hrs | 1153 | by Staff reporter
Net closes in on ex-NSSA officials
A forensic audit into the operations of cash-rich National Social Security Authority (NSSA) could lead to the prosecution of former officials at the pay -as-you-go scheme after a government-sanctioned...Published: 23 May 2019 at 19:42hrs | 1149 | by Staff reporter
ZNA used loot-all-you-want platinum concession to secure $500m loan - proof junta resolve to hang on
Last week RBZ Governor, Dr John Mangudya, and Finance Minister, Professor Mthuli Ncube, were thrilled to announce that the country secured a $500 million loan. The loan would end the shortages of fuel...Published: 23 May 2019 at 18:29hrs | 1305 | by Wilbert Mukori
Zimbabwean woman caught in R2 million drug bust
A 38-year-old Zimbabwean woman who was arrested by South African police last week in connection with the smuggling of drugs worth R2 million into that country via Beitbridge Border Post has been denie...Published: 23 May 2019 at 17:25hrs | 2255 | by Staff reporter
Africans Day: Locating the role of the Youth in Africa's transformation
As we celebrate Africa Day this year, what are the major challenges facing Africa's youth? What is the position and role of the African youth in the transformation of Africa? While it is intrinsic to ...Published: 23 May 2019 at 16:02hrs | 135 | by Richard Mugobo
Mnangagwa warned of a looming coup
Information Computer Technologies businessman Shephard Dube has warned President Emmerson Mnangagwa of a looming coup if he does not get his act right by fixing the economy."Anothe...Published: 23 May 2019 at 12:59hrs | 19756 | by Mandla Ndlovu
MDC congress roars to life
The MDC Alliance will hold its national congress in Gweru from tomorrow Friday to Sunday. In a statement, the Nelson Chamisa party has reveled itinerary for the elective event which is aimed a...Published: 23 May 2019 at 10:37hrs | 5262 | by Methusi Ncube
Removing Mugabe alone was not enough, the whole system is rotten
Theoretically, the 2017 November coup brought in joy on paper but practically it was the opposite on the ground.Zimbabwe is well known throughout the Sadc region, beyond Africa , Asia and Euro...Published: 23 May 2019 at 07:25hrs | 5360 | by Leonard Koni
'Mnangagwa leadership hurting us'
Opposition Build Zimbabwe Alliance leader Noah Manyika says Zimbabweans are suffering because they are tolerating bad leadership, which is failing to deal with their challenges.Manyika's state...Published: 23 May 2019 at 06:47hrs | 2390 | by Staff reporter
Ginimbi's passport temporarily released
SOCIALITE and businessman Genius Kadungure, popularly known as Ginimbi, who is on remand over fraud, tax evasion and money-laundering charges involving over $3,5 million, was yesterday granted a repri...Published: 23 May 2019 at 06:45hrs | 617 | by Staff reporter
Chasi guns for State-owned firms
ENERGY and Power Development minister Fortune Chasi yesterday said he will be tough on the petroleum and electricity sectors and will target State-owned companies failing to meet expected performances...Published: 23 May 2019 at 06:45hrs | 1893 | by Staff reporter
Court freezes car dealer's bank account
High Court judge Justice Sylvia Chirawu-Mugomba has frozen the bank account of car dealer Farai Chiwashira following an application by the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) which is seeking answers...Published: 23 May 2019 at 06:44hrs | 1685 | by Staff reporter
New Zupco buses come to Bulawayo
FIVE of the 39 new Zupco buses which were commissioned recently are coming to Bulawayo to service urban routes. This comes in the wake of Government slashing fares by 50 percent resulting in fares for...Published: 23 May 2019 at 06:41hrs | 1411 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa flagged offside
The respected global journal, International Policy Digest, has flagged opposition MDC-Alliance leader Mr Nelson Chamisa for snubbing the recently launched Political Actors Dialogue (POLAD) and for ope...Published: 22 May 2019 at 23:25hrs | 5867 | by Staff reporter
Demand for Zupco up
Demand for Zimbabwe United Passenger Company (Zupco) buses has spiked and the public transport operator is set to take delivery of 300 more coaches in a major leap for the country's mass transpo...Published: 22 May 2019 at 23:21hrs | 1914 | by Staff reporter
Lack of Political will has brought unnecessary calamity
We are in this mess because we have a political question which remain unanswered. The question lies on legitimacy. We have a deep deep crisis centered on legitimacy, failure by our country's electoral...Published: 22 May 2019 at 17:35hrs | 1168 | by Tinashe Eric Muzamhindo
Jacob Mudenda blocks fuel situation debate
SPEAKER of the National Assembly Jacob Mudenda yesterday shot down a request by MPs to discuss the fuel situation in the country as a matter of urgency, saying legislators will get a chance to grill E...Published: 22 May 2019 at 16:11hrs | 2441 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa joins African Peer Review Mechanism
The new dispensation has taken yet another giant move to open up to the international community, with Zimbabwe set to join the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM).APRM is an organ under the A...Published: 22 May 2019 at 15:56hrs | 742 | by Staff reporter
Load More Stories
