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Gwanda shuts down crime infested youth centre
The Gwanda Municipality has officially announced the closure of the Greenland Youth Centre in Phakama Township following years of complaints from residents about rampant drug abuse, violent crime, and...Published: 16 Mar 2025 at 09:25hrs | 190 | by Staff reporter
Military Police exposes ZRP investigations
In what could be seen as a damning reflection on the Zimbabwe Republic Police's (ZRP) investigation efforts, the Zimbabwe Military Police (MP) successfully apprehended a wanted international drug baro...Published: 15 Mar 2025 at 11:18hrs | 956 | by Staff reporter
Police vow enforcement against all illegal vendors
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has pledged to assist municipalities and other security agencies in clearing vendors from the streets following a 48-hour ultimatum issued by Local Government and Pu...Published: 15 Mar 2025 at 10:12hrs | 209 | by Staff reporter
Dealers lace biscuits with drugs
Police have uncovered a disturbing new method employed by drug dealers in and around Harare, where biscuits are being laced with drugs and sold to the public. Previously, they would use cakes, muffins...Published: 15 Mar 2025 at 10:08hrs | 181 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean who crossed twice illegally from Canada into Washington State
Tatenda Banga, a 30-year-old citizen of Zimbabwe, pleaded guilty on Thursday in U.S. District Court in Seattle to two federal felonies related to his illegal border crossing and subsequent actions in ...Published: 14 Mar 2025 at 07:04hrs | 2022 | by Staff reporter
Govt orders clearance of 'illegal' vending sites within 48 hours
The Government has directed all local authorities to clear illegal vending sites within 48 hours as part of a nationwide crackdown on unregulated trading activities, citing serious public health, secu...Published: 13 Mar 2025 at 06:56hrs | 252 | by Staff reporter
Deaths from infrastructure collapse are usually the tragic cost of corruption
There's always a human cost to corruption.The recent tragedy at Bandama Farm Dam in Chipinge, where five lives were lost due to the dam's sudden collapse, is a stark reminder of the perilous s...Published: 11 Mar 2025 at 20:14hrs | 372 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Another Zimbabwean explosives smuggler arrested at South Africa border
South African border authorities have arrested a 48-year-old suspect for attempting to smuggle explosives worth at least R600,000 from Zimbabwe through the Beitbridge Port of Entry on Monday. The nati...Published: 11 Mar 2025 at 16:08hrs | 340 | by Staff reporter
USAID suspends 83% of programs, leaving Zimbabwe and Africa in crisis
Health, education, and various other sectors in Zimbabwe and across Africa face a tough period ahead following the announcement that 83% of USAID-funded programs have been suspended.United Sta...Published: 11 Mar 2025 at 07:20hrs | 6671 | by Staff reporter
Boost for Zimbabwe cancer patients
Cancer patients, including children, have received a significant boost after two banks and one of Zimbabwe's leading supermarkets donated chemotherapy drugs and financial support to two cancer care or...Published: 11 Mar 2025 at 07:16hrs | 98 | by Staff reporter
4 arrested for smuggling drugs in coffin
Police have arrested four cross-border transporters who allegedly attempted to smuggle drugs worth US$25,000 through Beitbridge Border Post using a coffin.The suspects, identified as Charles B...Published: 10 Mar 2025 at 15:45hrs | 1738 | by Staff reporter
SAPS to launch Operation Shanela 2
The South African Police Service (SAPS) will roll out the second phase of its high-density crime-fighting initiative, Operation Shanela 2, in March 2025. The operation, aimed at tackling crime hotspot...Published: 10 Mar 2025 at 14:00hrs | 1401 | by Staff reporter
Emmerson Mnangagwa and the 26 criminals around him
In November 2017, former President Robert Mugabe was removed from office and his crime, according to the putschists who ousted him in a coup, was that he had allowed himself to be surrounded by crimin...Published: 08 Mar 2025 at 15:51hrs | 1606 | by Luke Tamborinyoka
Private schools embrace heritage-based education, anti-drugs campaigns
Several privately-owned schools in Harare have described heritage-based educational curriculum as the best foundation and template for sustainability through skills identification, audit and developme...Published: 07 Mar 2025 at 21:19hrs | 1048 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
Bulawayo drug lord arrested with 1.9 kg of crystal meth
Police have successfully arrested a 39-year-old drug dealer, Tigors Tyron Seigfried, after he was found in possession of 1.9 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine at his home on Chemford Road in the Ma...Published: 06 Mar 2025 at 15:26hrs | 662 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe man fined $120 for insulting police officers
A Bulawayo man has been fined US$120 after verbally abusing police officers at Pumula Police Station in frustration over the handling of his missing child's case.Simbarashe Gurajena (54), a re...Published: 03 Mar 2025 at 12:33hrs | 444 | by Staff reporter
Journalism is not a crime, but looting national resources surely is!
On Monday, February 24, 2025, Blessed Mhlanga, a senior journalist with Alpha Media Holdings, handed himself over to the Zimbabwe Republic Police at Harare Central Police Station.Hours later, ...Published: 26 Feb 2025 at 22:04hrs | 618 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
16 Zimbabweans among dozens arrested in Pretoria major crime crackdown
The City of Tshwane's weekly "Reclaim our City" crime operations have led to the arrest of 61 illegal immigrants in Sunnyside, Pretoria.Sixteen of the apprehended illegal immigrants are from Z...Published: 24 Feb 2025 at 09:04hrs | 1205 | by Staff reporter
Tendai Biti warns Zimbabwe is on the edge
Former Finance Minister Tendai Biti has painted a stark picture of Zimbabwe's current political and economic landscape, describing the country as being on the precipice of disaster. In an interview wi...Published: 23 Feb 2025 at 09:54hrs | 1965 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe govt defends arrests of homeless people
The government has strongly defended its practice of routinely arresting homeless individuals, describing them as a "nuisance" and potential suspects for petty crime. In a recent statement before the ...Published: 23 Feb 2025 at 09:53hrs | 244 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabweans arrested in South Africa over R500,000 mbanje haul
South African police have arrested two Zimbabwean nationals in Thabazimbi, Limpopo Province, after intercepting a truck carrying a consignment of mbanje valued at nearly R500,000. The arrests, facilit...Published: 23 Feb 2025 at 09:49hrs | 203 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe secures 6 month stock of ARVs
Zimbabwe has secured enough antiretroviral (ARV) drug stock to last for the next six months, with additional procurement efforts already in progress to ensure supplies are sustained until the end of t...Published: 20 Feb 2025 at 18:30hrs | 296 | by Staff reporter
2 Zimbabweans arrested in SA with R500,000 dagga
Two Zimbabwean nationals have been arrested in South Africa's Limpopo Province after they were allegedly caught in possession of 148.5 kilograms of dagga, valued at nearly R500,000.The suspect...Published: 16 Feb 2025 at 07:45hrs | 451 | by Staff reporter
Touts pounce on drug addicts, peddlers
In an effort driven by the need to tame drugs and substance abuse scourge, Mvurwi touts have declared war on addicts and peddlers who are wrecking havoc in town.The touts have been raiding bas...Published: 15 Feb 2025 at 22:28hrs | 884 | by Simbarashe Sithole in Mvurwi
Zimbabwe man stoned to death over US$0.50
A man from Harare's Mufakose suburb was stoned to death on Thursday night in what police are describing as a brutal altercation over a mere US$0.50.Mike Sallimon, 33, was attacked by Bison Man...Published: 15 Feb 2025 at 08:06hrs | 718 | by Staff reporter
Students barred from teachers' quarters
Learners have been prohibited from visiting teachers' quarters without a valid reason, while no pupil will be barred from attending school due to non-payment of fees, lack of a birth certificate, preg...Published: 15 Feb 2025 at 07:47hrs | 402 | by Staff reporter
Chirambiwa releases eight tracks at 69
Rising Afro-fusion singer Moses Mupitisi Chirambiwa has recorded eight tracks after sixty-nine years of life.The U-band front man has r...Published: 13 Feb 2025 at 12:33hrs | 173 | by Simbarashe Sithole
Beitbridge grapples with rising suicide cases
Residents of Beitbridge have voiced alarm over a recent spike in suicide cases, with three females, including a 14-year-old girl, taking their lives in just three weeks. The deaths, which appear to be...Published: 13 Feb 2025 at 06:32hrs | 346 | by Staff reporter
Police name 17 drug barons arrested in nationwide crackdown
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has released the names of 17 drug barons and suppliers arrested across the country between January 8, 2025, and February 11, 2025, as part of an ongoing operation ta...Published: 12 Feb 2025 at 16:36hrs | 1388 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe Braces for HIV Resurgence as US Aid Evaporates
Rumbidzai, a sex worker from the bustling settlement of Epworth in Harare, has been taking antiretroviral drugs since 2017. For over two years, the mother of three has relied on mobile clinics that re...Published: 12 Feb 2025 at 11:29hrs | 393 | by Staff reporter
I'm not prepared to continue suffering until 2030!
Zimbabwe, under President Emmerson Mnangagwa, has sank deeper into poverty.Granted, when President Emmerson Mnangagwa took power in November 2017 through a military coup, Zimbabwe was already ...Published: 10 Feb 2025 at 22:56hrs | 1164 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
BCC resolves to permanently close 5th Ave market
Bulawayo City Council has resolved to permanently close the 5th Avenue vegetable trading market, citing the need to enhance urban planning, improve safety, and support sustainable business growth. The...Published: 09 Feb 2025 at 11:24hrs | 2368 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's New Start Centre suspends ART, PrEP refills
The Population Solutions for Health (PSH) New Start Centre in Harare's Central Business District (CBD) has temporarily suspended its services for patients on Antiretroviral Treatment (ART) and those s...Published: 07 Feb 2025 at 06:44hrs | 956 | by Staff reporter
US Embassy pauses regime change funding in Zimbabwe?
The United States Embassy in Zimbabwe has announced a comprehensive review of all funds released to the country through the State Department and USAID, in line with President Donald Trump's "America F...Published: 05 Feb 2025 at 20:13hrs | 2544 | by Staff reporter
They can treat prostate cancer and enlarged prostate
Call it 'Herbalprenurship', new business entities and individuals wheeling and dealing in herbal medicines. I hear the profit margins are stratospheric, with those with flexibility and agility ensconc...Published: 02 Feb 2025 at 12:00hrs | 1938 | by Thomas Murisa
Zanu-PF notes Zimbabwe, South Africa border management operational challenges
The Zanu-PF Economic Development Cluster embarked on a critical fact-finding mission yesterday to inspect several illegal crossing points along the Limpopo River, as the Government ramps up efforts to...Published: 30 Jan 2025 at 06:47hrs | 104 | by Staff reporter
Bus crew arrested for smuggling drugs
Two bus crew members were arrested after police intercepted their vehicle along the Harare-Masvingo Road and discovered 34kg of dagga along with various smuggled items.The suspects, identified...Published: 24 Jan 2025 at 17:38hrs | 1168 | by Staff reporter
Who shall tame the wayward youths?
Teenage delinquency has descended on rural business centers and high school institutions, creating a situation as alarming as it is frightening. Drug snorting, "apprentice" harlotry, and general resis...Published: 18 Jan 2025 at 11:17hrs | 187 | by Tondo Thomas Murisa
Zimbabwe doctors turn screws on govt
Human rights doctors have intensified their call for transparency from the Zimbabwean government regarding the use of revenue generated from the sugar tax. The Zimbabwe Association of Doctors for Huma...Published: 16 Jan 2025 at 07:08hrs | 580 | by Staff reporter
Top 6 Members of Parliament who shook Bulawayo in 2024
Bulawayo's political landscape was alight in 2024, with six Members of Parliament shining brightly for their transformative and relentless efforts to uplift their constituencies. Using a sophisticated...Published: 12 Jan 2025 at 22:31hrs | 876 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
WATCH: 'Churches, Mermaids flood Mukuvisi River'
Several churches, mermaid spiritual agents (MaNjuzu), traditional healers and street kids illegally settled and grabbed land along the Mukuvisi river while living in harmony with each other despite di...Published: 11 Jan 2025 at 08:54hrs | 2193 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
Zimbabwe prophet launches 'miracle' card he claims heals and exorcises evil spirits
Prophetic Healing and Deliverance (PHD) Ministries leader, Prophet Walter Magaya, has introduced a card he claims holds the power to heal and deliver those who use it. Magaya, a figure known for his b...Published: 10 Jan 2025 at 12:11hrs | 979 | by Staff reporter
New dispensation: A scam
Zimbabwe was once a country for all, until it was hijacked by a small group of people who used title documents to dominate the majority's politics, econom...Published: 08 Jan 2025 at 11:21hrs | 1661 | by Leonard Koni
Mnangagwa promotes six colonels
Commander-in-Chief of the Zimbabwe Defence Forces, President Emmerson Mnangagwa, has promoted six colonels in the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) to the rank of Brigadier-General. The promotions, effecti...Published: 05 Jan 2025 at 08:43hrs | 1679 | by Staff reporter
'No one will starve under my watch' - Emakhandeni-Luveve MP Discent Bajila declares
Emakhandeni-Luveve Member of Parliament Discent Collins Bajila has vowed to ensure that no one in his constituency goes hungry as long as he remains in office. Speaking at the 2024 Cheer Fund event he...Published: 04 Jan 2025 at 19:07hrs | 708 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Zimbabwe police investigate disciplinary camps
Police have launched an investigation into the growing number of disciplinary camps popping up across the country, with a focus on a camp named Matrix, which has raised significant concerns. The camp,...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:53hrs | 489 | by Staff reporter
Mpilo hospital opens unit to tackle drug abuse epidemic`
In response to Zimbabwe's escalating drug and substance abuse crisis, Mpilo Central Hospital has established a dedicated Mental Health Clinic to provide specialised care for affected individuals. The ...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:33hrs | 34 | by Staff reporter
Police ready to maintain law, order during, after holidays
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has assured the nation of heightened security during the festive season, with officers strategically deployed across major roads, neighborhoods, central business dis...Published: 25 Dec 2024 at 08:14hrs | 85 | by Staff reporter
More roadblocks, stop and searches during holiday in Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has rolled out extensive security measures across the country to maintain peace and order during the 2024-2025 festive season. Police Commissioner-General Godwin Mat...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 05:44hrs | 290 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe police to use breathalysers this festive season
The Government, through the Traffic Safety Council of Zimbabwe (TSCZ), has procured new breathalysers to be deployed at police roadblocks as part of a festive season road safety initiative. The move a...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 05:42hrs | 108 | by Staff reporter
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