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Zimbabwe edgy over delayed return of Nehanda skull
Home Affairs Minister Kazembe Kazembe has emphasized the need to conclude discussions on the repatriation of skulls of Zimbabwean heroes taken to Britain during the colonial era. ...Published: 21 Dec 2024 at 08:18hrs | 122 | by Staff reporter
Gukurahundi genocide linked leader honoured in Bethlehem
President Emmerson Mnangagwa, who is linked to a genocide that took place in Zimbabwe between 1982 and 1985, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first African leader to be included in Af...Published: 20 Dec 2024 at 11:03hrs | 387 | by Staff reporter
Mbudzi Interchange to be renamed to 'Trabablas Interchange'
The last cabinet meeting of 2024 decided that the Mbudzi Interchange under construction in Harare will be named Trabablas Interchange “in recognition of the visionary leadership of His Excelle...Published: 17 Dec 2024 at 15:54hrs | 2283 | by Staff reporter
Mphoko remembered for his role in regularising undocumented Zimbabweans in SA
The late former Vice-President, Phelekezela Mphoko, has been hailed for his pivotal role in advocating for the regularisation of undocumented Zimbabweans in South Africa during his tenure as Ambassado...Published: 10 Dec 2024 at 06:47hrs | 202 | by Staff reporter
Shattering stereotypes: It's time to address both sides of the GBV story
As the world observes the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), the focus on addressing violence against women becomes a central theme.This is not without reason.The...Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 18:49hrs | 152 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Former Bosso players honour departed colleagues
Former Highlanders players gathered at Lady Stanley Cemetery in Bulawayo on Saturday to honor their departed teammates in a solemn yet celebratory commemoration. The gathering, which has become an ann...Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 06:48hrs | 211 | by Staff reporter
The need for peace should never be a pretext for oppressing Zimbabweans
President Emmerson Mnangagwa's recent remarks about the need for peace and security as vital elements in Zimbabwe's economic transformation cannot be dismissed lightly.The President, speaking ...Published: 05 Dec 2024 at 20:20hrs | 269 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
3 women raped in Bulawayo every week
The Minister of Women Affairs, Community, Small and Medium Enterprises Development, Monica Mutsvangwa, officially inaugurated a regional one-stop center for gender-based violence (GBV) survivors at Mp...Published: 28 Nov 2024 at 16:56hrs | 501 | by Staff reporter
Russia's role in Zimbabwe's liberation struggle recognised
THE Joshua Nkomo National Foundation (JNNF), in partnership with the Russian State University for Humanities, held an exhibition at the National Art Gallery in Bulawayo recently to commemorate Russia/...Published: 07 Nov 2024 at 07:11hrs | 287 | by Staff reporter
Mbire MP Honors Girl Child Day
Mbire legislator David Butau (ZANU PF), commemorated the International Day of the Girl Child in Mbire District Mashonaland Central, highlighting the unique challenges girls face and their tremendous p...Published: 31 Oct 2024 at 21:15hrs | 179 | by Simbarashe Sithole
'US sanctions trapping Zimbabwe to remain second-class'
Palestine's ambassador to Zimbabwe, Tamer Almassri, has criticized the intensifying economic sanctions imposed by the United States, stating that they contribute to Zimbabweans remaining second-class ...Published: 29 Oct 2024 at 07:42hrs | 135 | by Staff reporter
Know your history:- Filabusi Memorial and the Edkins Store killings
Why Visit?: - This historic site remembers one of the earliest European murders of the Matabele Rebellion or First Umvukela of 1896. There seems no doubt that the initial killings occurred on ...Published: 22 Oct 2024 at 15:48hrs | 540 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa govt's hand in King Munhumutapa fiasco exposed
The government of President Emmerson Mnangagwa is reportedly exploring controversial plans to amend the constitution, potentially empowering self-proclaimed King Munhumutapa, Timothy Chiminya, since 2...Published: 20 Oct 2024 at 14:19hrs | 1376 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa headlines Anti-Sanctions Day commemorations
Zimbabwe will commemorate the fifth anniversary of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Anti-Sanctions Day on Friday, with President Emmerson Mnangagwa, as the chairperson of the regional...Published: 20 Oct 2024 at 12:16hrs | 80 | by Staff reporter
Tourism promotes Zim economy, regional and global peace
Tourism clusterisation has the potential to boost Zimbabwean economy by the year 2025 whilst concurrently complementing regional and global peace, Minister Barbara Rwodzi has said during the occasion ...Published: 29 Sep 2024 at 14:47hrs | 191 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Munhumutapa Day, a strategic counter to the growing Ndebele nationalism?
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa celebrated his 82nd birthday this weekend at the iconic Great Zimbabwe Monuments, an event rich in symbolism and political ambition. The choice of venue undersc...Published: 17 Sep 2024 at 09:10hrs | 1363 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa postures as Munhumutapa reincarnation?
President Emmerson Mnangagwa's sense of self-importance has reached unprecedented heights with the launch of "Munhumutapa Day," a Zanu PF initiative centered around his birthday, which is being commem...Published: 15 Sep 2024 at 16:09hrs | 1450 | by Staff reporter
Ndebeles commemorate Mzilikazi Day
Ndebele people in Bulawayo, as well as those across Zimbabwe and abroad, are commemorating the 156th anniversary of the death of King Mzilikazi Khumalo, the founder of the Ndebele nation. The commemor...Published: 07 Sep 2024 at 15:53hrs | 3319 | by Staff reporter
Sadc leaders tour Zimbabwe's Geo Pomona, Liberation City
During the 44th SADC Heads of State and Government Summit, regional leaders took a break from their busy schedules to tour Geo Pomona Waste Management Private Limited and the Museum of African Liberat...Published: 19 Aug 2024 at 06:54hrs | 241 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's SADC Chair acceptance speech
May I express my profound appreciation to His Excellency, João Lourenço, President of the Republic of Angola, for the astute and visionary leadership in steering our organisation, as Chairperson of ...Published: 17 Aug 2024 at 20:43hrs | 382 | by Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa
'Mnangagwa regime puts liberation heroes' values under threat'
Civic society organizations (CSOs) in Zimbabwe have raised concerns that the freedoms secured by the country's liberation heroes are under threat due to a recent crackdown on dissent by President Emme...Published: 14 Aug 2024 at 08:42hrs | 113 | by Staff reporter
Bunjira Jnr gets Warriors select call-up
CAPS United winger Alois Junior Bunjira has been called up to the Warriors select squad for an exhibition match against the Zimbabwe Defence Forces (ZDF) team at Rufaro Stadium. This match was organiz...Published: 13 Aug 2024 at 07:03hrs | 707 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa tells Zimbabweans not to take for granted the freedom they enjoy today
President Emmerson Mnangagwa, in his Heroes Day commemoration message, urged Zimbabweans to appreciate the freedom gained after the country’s independence in 1980. He emphasized that the peace and i...Published: 12 Aug 2024 at 16:40hrs | 619 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa has managed to make Zimbabweans hate SADC!
Hosting international events is usually met with much joy and pride by the local citizenry. I can just imagine the anticipation and excitement that gripped the people of France as they eagerly...Published: 09 Aug 2024 at 12:37hrs | 1548 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Exposing Mnangagwa Sadc facade
Your Excellencies, I write this public letter as an ordinary citizen of Zimbabwe, a member state of the Southern African Development Community (SADC).It is in the true African spirit of ubuntu...Published: 07 Aug 2024 at 15:34hrs | 1844 | by Luke Tamborinyoka
Imperialist embassies goes after Sadc over Mnangagwa's firm hand
The United States, United Kingdom and European Union embassies in Zimbabwe have risen to condemn a renewed crackdown on opposition activists and human rights defenders by the Zimbabwean government....Published: 02 Aug 2024 at 11:57hrs | 1890 | by Sgtaff reporter
Mnangagwa should know that demonstrations at international events are nothing new
First of all, let's get one thing straight.There is a huge difference between a demonstration and a riot.I felt that I needed to clarify a misconception that, in my book, has been deli...Published: 02 Aug 2024 at 10:40hrs | 891 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Mnangagwa fears SADC Summit protests
In anticipation of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) summit in Harare next month, the Zimbabwean government is cracking down on gatherings and dissent due to fears of protests in front...Published: 25 Jul 2024 at 13:16hrs | 3034 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo's Centenary Park must not die
Centenary Park is a prominent recreational area located in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe. Here are some key points about the park:Location and SizeLocation: Centenary Park is situated in the heart of...Published: 20 Jul 2024 at 12:08hrs | 182 | by Staff reporter
Gukurahundi genocide survivor cannot forgive Mugabe's foot soldiers
An astounding number of mass graves surround Thabani Dhlamini's home in south-western Zimbabwe.One pointed out to the BBC lies near the ablution block at a primary school in the village of Sal...Published: 17 Jul 2024 at 07:26hrs | 1161 | by Staff reporter
Planned Zambian protest against Mnangagwa flops
The planned protest by Zimbabweans who are against President Emmerson Mnangagwa's assumption of regional body SADC's chairmanship next August has flopped.Zambian police did not grant the prote...Published: 11 Jul 2024 at 14:42hrs | 79 | by Staff reporter
Timba and 77 CCC activists to spend another weekend in prison
Former Harare senator who is the Citizens Coalition for Change interim leader Jameson Timba and 77 others will spend another weekend in prison after their High Court bail hearing was postponed to July...Published: 11 Jul 2024 at 12:44hrs | 11 | by Staff reporter
Inclusive political dialogue can save Zimbabwe
Zapu, led by President Sibangilizwe Nkomo, has called for inclusive political dialogue to address Zimbabwe's deepening social, economic, and political crises, asserting that the ruling Zanu-PF governm...Published: 10 Jul 2024 at 07:53hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter
Top American singers head to Zimbabwe for Vine Choir concert
American gospel artists Jekalyn Carr and VaShawn Mitchell are set to headline the Vine Choir's 10th anniversary concert at Harare International Conference Centre this Saturday. The event, titled The V...Published: 09 Jul 2024 at 05:58hrs | 7 | 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 | 4 | by Staff reporter
Dan Tshanda remembrance gig set for Bulawayo
THE Large City Hall car park in Bulawayo will host a special event on 27 July, bringing together Splash music enthusiasts to commemorate the late Dan Tshanda, a revered figure in African music. Tshand...Published: 28 Jun 2024 at 10:02hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe students threaten protests
The Zimbabwe National Students Union (Zinasu) issued a strong warning of potential protests if the government fails to engage in dialogue regarding their grievances. During a significant education for...Published: 19 Jun 2024 at 07:31hrs | 18 | by Staff reporter
WATCH: Dr Obert Mpofu descends on Umguza with a heavy might
Thousands gathered in Umguza as the people of Umguza converged to celebrate Africa Day while interacting with the ZANU PF National Secretary-General Dr. Obert Moses Mpofu. Dr. Obert Mpofu, the...Published: 28 May 2024 at 15:06hrs | 54 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Africa must move with time
As we commemorate Africa Day, we need to reflect on the potential the continent has and devise ways to improve on our weaknesses and make the continent great.Africa is often referred to as a "...Published: 23 May 2024 at 19:18hrs | 15 | by Leonard Koni
Zimbabwe shut out of poorly attended US-Africa summit
ZIMBABWE was conspicuous by its absence at the recently held US-Africa Business Summit held in Houston, Texas, in stark contrast to last year's edition held in Botswana attended by President Emmerson ...Published: 21 May 2024 at 16:25hrs | 31 | by Staff reporter
Churches that support Mnangagwa benefit from Zimbabweans' suffering!
I HAVE written quite a bit on the deceitful and misleading teachings of Christian organizations that support the ZANU PF regime.I do not feel it necessary repeating the same things I have rais...Published: 02 Apr 2024 at 12:09hrs | 5 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Mnangagwa desecrates constitution
ZICOMO operates as a grassroots citizens' initiative, uniting diverse stakeholders across all 10 provinces of Zimbabwe.The Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition, through its Zimbabwe Constitutional Mov...Published: 15 Mar 2024 at 19:50hrs | 12 | by Tapiwa Zivira
Ibhetshu LikaZulu commemorates the burning to death of 6 villagers during Gukurahundi
Militant Matebeleland pressure group Ibhetshu LikaZulu co-ordinated by civic activist Mbuso Fuzwayo today commemorated the burning to death of six villagers in Salankoko area,Tsholotsho, Matebeleland ...Published: 29 Feb 2024 at 07:20hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's govt accused of injustices
THE Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) yesterday said it was regrettable that Zimbabwe commemorated World Day of Social Justice amid ongoing injustices against alleged illegal settlers across th...Published: 22 Feb 2024 at 04:57hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter
A doomed holiday for unrepentant genocidaires!
We shall always remember the 21st of February as a doomed and diabolic holiday which has been set aside by the unrepentant genocidaires for openly celebrating the physical Gukurahundi genocide, which ...Published: 21 Feb 2024 at 09:34hrs | 10 | by Nhlanhla Moses Ncube (Secretary General for Freedom Alliance)
ZLHR demands social rights for ordinary citizens
ON World Day of Social Justice, Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) has said they stand in solidarity with ordinary citizens who are enduring unprecedented injustices, that are being perpetrated ...Published: 20 Feb 2024 at 15:30hrs | | by Stephen Jakes
Mnangagwa to headline Mugabe Day celebrations
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa is expected to headline the National Youth Day celebrations at Mushagashe Vocational Training Centre in Masvingo on Wednesday with Youth Development, Empowerment and Vocational Tra...Published: 18 Feb 2024 at 09:00hrs | | by Staff reporter
Call to scrap import duty, VAT on condoms
MORE than 455 million condoms have been distributed in Zimbabwe during the past five years amid calls for the removal of import duty and VAT to make condoms more accessible and less costly.Acc...Published: 14 Feb 2024 at 04:39hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter
JZ Moyo's son laments Zimbabwe govt 'betrayal'
LATE nationalist Jason Ziyaphapha Moyo's son George Moyo has expressed disappointment with the government for failing to honour its promise to turn the late national hero's house in Bulawayo's M...Published: 12 Feb 2024 at 14:34hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter
The ambiguous essence of Valentine's day
As social beings wired for celebration, human life is marked by various milestones. Births are celebrated, puberty initiations are observed in some cultures, weddings announce unions, and even divorce...Published: 12 Feb 2024 at 11:44hrs | 15 | by Bishop John Carter
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