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Pick n Pay store shutdown over cockroach infestation
The mayor of Tshwane, Dr Nasiphi Moya announced that a Pick n Pay store at the Blu Valley Centre, in Centurion Gauteng, has been shut down due to non-compliance with health regulations. In a v...Published: 6 hrs ago | 669 | by Staff reporter
EcoCash Holdings to rebrand
EcoCash Holdings Limited has announced plans to rebrand following a corporate restructuring that has left Steward Bank as its only remaining unit. This follows the takeover of the company by businessm...Published: 21 Feb 2025 at 11:12hrs | 558 | by Staff reporter
NSSA chairman embroiled in underhand Rainbow Tourism Group takeover bid
NATIONAL Social Security Authority (Nssa) chairman Emmanuel Fundira, who is former chairman of African Sun Limited, and an ex-Rainbow Tourism Group (RTG) senior executive Paula January are accused of ...Published: 18 Feb 2025 at 20:01hrs | 1344 | by NewsHawks
Bulawayo City Council Enforces Stricter Dog Regulations
The City of Bulawayo has issued a notice to all dog owners regarding new and existing regulations on pet ownership within the council area. The move comes in response to an increase in the number of d...Published: 14 Feb 2025 at 10:45hrs | 846 | by Mandla Bhebhe
South Africans kiss Pick n Pay stores goodbye
South Africa's Pick n Pay retailer is facing mounting challenges as it continues to shut down both company-owned and franchise stores across the country, with many South Africans bidding farewell to t...Published: 11 Feb 2025 at 10:05hrs | 6409 | by Staff reporter
RBZ intervenes in data pricing discrimination against ZiG
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has moved to address concerns over discriminatory pricing by mobile network operators and internet service providers, particularly regarding their preference for tra...Published: 10 Feb 2025 at 15:28hrs | 1945 | by Staff reporter
Robber drops wallet, lands gang in jail
Police in Bulawayo have arrested three suspects involved in an armed robbery at Bambanani Shopping Center in Gumtree after one of the suspects accidentally dropped his wallet at the crime scene....Published: 10 Feb 2025 at 14:32hrs | 1071 | by Staff reporter
Econet Zimbabwe denies data breach claims, initiates investigations
Econet Wireless Zimbabwe has responded to allegations of a massive data breach after a social media post surfaced on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, claiming that a threat actor was selling a subscriber li...Published: 08 Feb 2025 at 20:31hrs | 1147 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's Econet Wireless suffers major data breach
Econet Wireless Zimbabwe, the nation's largest mobile network operator, has fallen victim to a significant data breach, potentially exposing personal information of 852,791 customers. The incident, un...Published: 07 Feb 2025 at 20:12hrs | 7208 | by Staff reporter
The futility of Zimbabwe's crackdown on the informal sector
The Zimbabwean government has once again embarked on a futile mission to regulate the informal sector, a behemoth that has long outgrown the state's capacity to control it.In a desperate bid t...Published: 01 Feb 2025 at 21:32hrs | 1014 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Tuckshops challenge Zimbabwe's retail giants
A quiet but dramatic shift is unfolding in Zimbabwe's retail sector as large supermarket chains struggle against the rise of informal tuckshops. Established brands such as OK Zimbabwe, Spar, and Chopp...Published: 31 Jan 2025 at 07:31hrs | 551 | by Staff reporter
Emerging markets opening up away from the UK as regulations continue to hit the casino industry
When an entertainment avenue enjoys such a meteoric rise into the limelight, it can be easy to be swept along with the success of it. For the iGaming industry, the past years have proved extremely fru...Published: 30 Jan 2025 at 21:21hrs | 30 | by Staff reporter
Hwange Power Station breaches 1 000MW output
Consumers across Zimbabwe have expressed their satisfaction with the recent improvement in power supply, attributed to the successful completion of maintenance works at the Hwange Power Station. The f...Published: 30 Jan 2025 at 06:52hrs | 3137 | by Staff reporter
ILO supports Bulawayo entrepreneurs
The International Labour Organisation (ILO), in collaboration with Dial Honour Consultancy, is set to assist start-up entrepreneurs in Bulawayo with a training workshop aimed at improving financial ma...Published: 29 Jan 2025 at 08:46hrs | 117 | by Staff reporter
Harare retail outlets resemble deserted ruins after war on smuggling
Retail outlets across Harare are increasingly resembling deserted ruins, offering a stark reflection of Zimbabwe's worsening economic conditions. As the country grapples with ongoing economic shocks, ...Published: 28 Jan 2025 at 07:06hrs | 1077 | by Staff reporter
Rutenga railway line resumes operations
The National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) has announced the completion of rehabilitation work on a section of the Rutenga-Chicualacuala railway line that was washed away by heavy rains in recent days....Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 19:25hrs | 463 | by Staff reporter
How AI Personalization is Transforming Customer Engagement
Personalization is essential for establishing a connection with clients in the fast-paced digital world of today. People demand experiences that are personalized and seem meaningful to them; generic i...Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 11:16hrs | 315 | by Staff Reporter
Zimbabwe's tax plan has informal traders tangled up
Mediline Sibanda opened her hairdressing business 13 years ago in Bulawayo's bustling central business district where she operates alongside other vendors and traders that are part of the country's th...Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 10:28hrs | 2078 | by Staff reporter
Zhengzhou Bus Zimbabwe denies suspension of operations
Chinese bus manufacturer Zhengzhou Bus Zimbabwe has dismissed falsehoods that it has suspended its operations locally.The company, which is known for its popular Zhongtong and Yutong brands of...Published: 16 Jan 2025 at 07:15hrs | 2951 | by Staff reporter
4 suspects arrested over Mukuru Booth robberies
Four more suspects have been arrested in connection with a series of armed robberies targeting Mukuru money transfer booths across Harare and nearby areas.The suspects, Joseph Bilson Makoni (3...Published: 15 Jan 2025 at 05:47hrs | 976 | by Staff reporter
Zhengzhou Bus suspends operations in Zimbabwe
Zhengzhou Bus has announced the suspension of its operations in Zimbabwe, effective from 14 January 2025. This decision comes as a significant blow to the country's public transport sector, with 98% o...Published: 14 Jan 2025 at 14:24hrs | 22633 | by Staff reporter
SA banks freeze Zep holders' accounts
South African banks have frozen the accounts of Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders, claiming it was a system error. However, the sudden account freezes have caused significant distress, with ZE...Published: 14 Jan 2025 at 14:14hrs | 276 | by Staff reporter
Mukuru launches mobile wallet in Zimbabwe to bolster financial inclusion
Next-generation financial services platform Mukuru has introduced a mobile wallet in Zimbabwe following the issuance of a deposit-taking microfinance institution licence by the Reserve Bank of Zimbabw...Published: 14 Jan 2025 at 14:12hrs | 246 | by Staff reporter
Migrants, army face-off along South Africa-Zimbabwe border
EVERYDAY, Fadzai Musindo walks across the border between Zimbabwe and South Africa - sometimes via the official border post but usually by taking the more dangerous informal route.Streams of m...Published: 13 Jan 2025 at 07:25hrs | 1311 | by Staff reporter
BCC seeks US$30 million for critical water projects
The Bulawayo City Council (BCC) is grappling with a critical funding gap of approximately US$30 million needed to undertake essential water augmentation projects. Topping the list of priorities is the...Published: 13 Jan 2025 at 07:17hrs | 76 | by Staff reporter
Parents feel financial strain as back-to-school costs soar
With the new school term set to begin next Tuesday, parents and guardians are grappling with rising costs for uniforms and stationery, turning the annual back-to-school preparations into a financial c...Published: 11 Jan 2025 at 08:23hrs | 49 | by Staff reporter
RBZ unveils another 'looting scheme'
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has introduced the Targeted Finance Facility (TFF) with an aim to provide affordable credit to key productive sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, and mining....Published: 11 Jan 2025 at 08:20hrs | 1170 | by Staff reporter
Airlink to Resume Flights to Mozambique Following Diplomatic Intervention
JOHANNESBURG - South African airline Airlink is set to resume flights to Nampula, Mozambique, on Thursday morning after flights were abruptly canceled earlier this week. The suspension c...Published: 09 Jan 2025 at 08:43hrs | 1049 | by Staff Reporter
South Africa-bound bus causes chaos in Bulawayo
A South Africa-bound bus has caused significant disruption to businesses along 6th Avenue and Fife Street in Bulawayo, with the vehicle blocking shop entrances and parking spaces for over eight hours ...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:40hrs | 1712 | by Staff reporter
Zimborders hikes vehicle toll fees at Beitbridge
Zimborders Consortium, the entity managing the Beitbridge Border Post, has announced that it will be increasing access toll fees for commercial vehicles starting February 1, 2025. The fee hikes will a...Published: 29 Dec 2024 at 08:56hrs | 2111 | by Staff reporter
The best Melbet office
When it comes to betting, everyone wants to find a place where comfort, reliability and excitement are collected in one bottle. If you are looking for a top service, then ...Published: 26 Dec 2024 at 10:54hrs | 261 | by Staff Reporter
5 Reasons to Choose Melbet in Zambia
Online betting is rapidly gaining popularity in Zambia, attracting more players thanks to its convenience and vast opportunities for entertainment and winnings. Among the many platforms available, Mel...Published: 26 Dec 2024 at 10:48hrs | 380 | by Staff Reporter
Why Zimbabweans keep watching their money go up in smoke
It was 10 p.m. when a frantic pounding on Modester Nyangoni's door dragged her out of a deep sleep.That hot October day, she had been on her feet manning her stall at the largest market in Zim...Published: 25 Dec 2024 at 08:24hrs | 3079 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo thrives with festive shopping and holiday preparations
Bulawayo was buzzing with energy yesterday as last-minute Christmas shoppers filled the city, creating a festive and vibrant atmosphere. Banking halls, supermarkets, and beauty salons were packed, whi...Published: 25 Dec 2024 at 08:20hrs | 171 | by Staff reporter
Exciting Promotion 'League of True Champions': How MelBet Ghana Delivers Thrills and Prizes to Football Fans
The modern world of betting is not just about predicting the outcome of a sporting event. It’s an entire universe of emotions, excitement, and thrilling moments. Bookmakers continually develop new p...Published: 24 Dec 2024 at 17:25hrs | 97 | by Staff Reporter
Harare bustles with last-minute Christmas shoppers
Harare was a hive of activity yesterday as shoppers crowded the city's stores for last-minute Christmas purchases, while hundreds of travelers rushed to rural areas to reunite with their families ahea...Published: 24 Dec 2024 at 12:38hrs | 159 | by Staff reporter
Buses hike fares
Zimbabweans gearing up for festive holiday travel were left frustrated yesterday as transport operators hiked fares by over 50%, exploiting the surge in demand. This comes against the backdrop of a st...Published: 24 Dec 2024 at 12:32hrs | 1668 | by Staff reporter
Why ACKO Drive is India's Most Trusted Car-Buying Platform
With multiple car-buying platforms, finding a service that combines convenience, transparency, and trust can be challenging. Enter the online platform ACKO Drive, designed to make the entire process s...Published: 24 Dec 2024 at 12:06hrs | 84 | by Staff Reporter
Gvt shuts KidsMart over counterfeit goods
There is no Christmas joy after the national task-force on anti-smuggling descended on Bulawayo's Kids Mart outlet this Monday and seized counterfeit good...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 16:05hrs | 11532 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Festive season rush hits Bulawayo's bus termini
Major bus termini in Bulawayo were teeming with activity yesterday as scores of travellers jostled to secure seats on long-distance buses to their rural homes ahead of the Christmas holiday.Th...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 05:39hrs | 195 | by Staff reporter
EcoCash apologizes for recent service disruptions
EcoCash, Zimbabwe's leading mobile money platform, has addressed recent technical challenges that disrupted services, leaving many users unable to transact smoothly.In a statement, EcoCash ack...Published: 21 Dec 2024 at 15:49hrs | 1486 | by Staff reporter
Why Hollywoodbets appeals to both casual and serious bettors in South Africa
Hollywoodbets is a South African betting company that was established in 2000. The company initially started as a publishing company that was involved in distributing and publishing horse racing cards...Published: 20 Dec 2024 at 12:36hrs | 318 | by Staff Reporter
Zimbabwean Nationals are a target of international cyber criminals
As more and more Zimbabweans embrace the digital economy, the rise of cybercrime has become a significant concern for its citizens. With increasing internet penetration, more individuals are engaging ...Published: 20 Dec 2024 at 12:19hrs | 311 | by Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
Mukuru agency robbers on the run
Police are intensifying their search for a gang of armed robbers who targeted a Mukuru Money Transfer agency at Makomva Shopping Centre in Glen View, Harare, on Monday morning. The gang made off with ...Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 16:37hrs | 135 | by Staff reporter
Is Zimbabwe on the brink of collapse?
Zimbabwe is standing at a dangerous crossroads as the nation endures an escalating energy crisis that threatens its economy, livelihoods, and future prospects. The recent wave of prolonged pow...Published: 18 Dec 2024 at 13:05hrs | 2003 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
FBC Bank introduces 24/7 deposit-taking ATMs in Zimbabwe
FBC Bank has unveiled a 'groundbreaking' service in Zimbabwe with the launch of Deposit-Taking ATMs, enabling customers to deposit cash into their individual accounts or FBC Mastercard Prepaid cards a...Published: 17 Dec 2024 at 15:23hrs | 1026 | by Staff reporter
Stanbic named best ovderall bank 2024
Harare, 17 December 2024 - Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe has been named the overall best performing bank at the Banks and Banking Survey Awards 2024 sponsored by First Capital Bank. Stanbic Bank has n...Published: 17 Dec 2024 at 09:15hrs | 455 | by Agencies
Mukuru agency loses US$2 700 to armed robbers
A gang of armed robbers struck a Mukuru Money Transfer agency located at Makomva Shopping Centre in Glen View, Harare, yesterday morning, escaping with over US$2,700 and R2,350. The daring heist occur...Published: 17 Dec 2024 at 06:27hrs | 891 | by Staff reporter
Minister Raj Modi's liquor outlet closed amid smuggling clampdown
The Zimbabwean government has shut down a liquor outlet owned by Deputy Minister of Industry and Commerce, Raj Modi, in Bulawayo as part of a nationwide operation targeting smuggled goods. The closure...Published: 16 Dec 2024 at 15:20hrs | 2133 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe battles intense heatwave as temperatures hit record highs
Zimbabwe is enduring a severe heatwave, with temperatures soaring to unprecedented levels, particularly in areas like Beitbridge, Lupane, Gwanda, and Chiredzi, where the mercury has exceeded 40 degree...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:29hrs | 434 | by Staff reporter
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