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Zimbabweans brave flooded perilous Limpopo river
Desperate times continue to drive Zimbabweans into life-threatening risks as they attempt to escape the country's prolonged political, economic, and social crisis. Many are risking their lives crossin...Published: 18 Jan 2025 at 06:46hrs | 735 | by Staff reportetr
Please, ZANU-PF, don't lie: The ED 2030 campaign never came from Zimbabweans
ZANU-PF Chief Whip Pupurai Togarepi recently claimed that the push for President Emmerson Mnangagwa to extend his term beyond 2028 originates from the people of Zimbabwe. Speaking at a gatheri...Published: 15 Jan 2025 at 11:25hrs | 695 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
ANC of Ramaphosa faces critical existential crisis
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared that the African National Congress (ANC), the country's ruling party and Africa's oldest liberation movement, is at a critical juncture. Speaking d...Published: 12 Jan 2025 at 12:24hrs | 501 | by Staff reporter
Electricity availability in Zimbabwe is now worse than Rhodesia in the 1940s
The irony of Zimbabwe having worse electricity availability today than Rhodesia in the 1940s is a stark and painful reminder of how far we have regressed as a nation. For Zimbabweans who have ...Published: 06 Jan 2025 at 12:10hrs | 1102 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
So, it's now 'cool' to be a beggar in Zimbabwe!
This morning, I came across a social media post that left me both astonished and deeply disheartened. It featured a schoolteacher from rural Zimbabwe, publicly begging the controversial busine...Published: 04 Jan 2025 at 19:29hrs | 1089 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe's Politics in 2025: A Nation at a Crossroads
As Zimbabwe steps into 2025, the nation finds itself deeply entangled in a political and economic crisis that has left citizens disillusioned and desperate for meaningful change. The ruling ZANU-PF pa...Published: 03 Jan 2025 at 09:15hrs | 909 | by Fanuel Chinowaita
Water shortages hits Zimbabwe's cities
Residents across Zimbabwe are enduring severe water shortages, as the ongoing El Niño drought exacerbates an already strained water supply system. In cities like Bulawayo, Zimbabwe's second-largest c...Published: 01 Jan 2025 at 10:20hrs | 702 | by Staff reporter
192 villages benefit from Mnangagwa's rice
Around 2,000 vulnerable members of society from 192 villages in Murewa South constituency have received a vital food aid donation of rice from President Emmerson Mnangagwa. The initiative, which is ai...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:49hrs | 84 | by Staff reporter
Why Zimbabweans must be free to speak about Rhodesia
In the past day, Zimbabwe's Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information, Nick Mangwana, and ZANU-PF Chief Whip Pupurai Togarepi have called for legislation to criminalize what they termed the "...Published: 30 Dec 2024 at 13:06hrs | 628 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
ZANU-PF has destroyed Zimbabweans' ability to dream big
If anyone wants to understand the depths to which the ZANU-PF government has destroyed the lives of ordinary Zimbabweans, they only need to watch the state-controlled broadcaster, the Zimbabwe Broadca...Published: 30 Dec 2024 at 11:53hrs | 448 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
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 | 237 | by Staff Reporter
'Malunga unqualified to talk about Zanu PF'
ZANU PF Youth League deputy national political commissar, Taurayi Kandishaya, has dismissed recent remarks by artist Clive Malunga about President Emmerson Mnangagwa as "reckless and baseless," arguin...Published: 25 Dec 2024 at 08:13hrs | 600 | by Staff reporter
Boterekwa Pass is now a hotspot for accidents and armed robbery
The Boterekwa Pass, a notorious 6km winding mountain stretch leading into Shurugwi, has earned a reputation among cross-border truckers for its treacherous bends that regularly cause accidents and veh...Published: 24 Dec 2024 at 12:37hrs | 732 | by Staff reporter
Why Zimbabwe's push for youth entrepreneurship is misguided
The Zimbabwean government's recurring call for recent college graduates to become entrepreneurs instead of seeking employment is a glaring abdication of responsibility. In a country where mill...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 00:57hrs | 158 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Mr. President, Zimbabwe's detractors are actually in the corridors of power
In his speech marking "National Unity Day," President Emmerson Mnangagwa reiterated an oft-repeated claim that Zimbabwe was under attack from supposed detractors. He declared, "The numerous at...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 00:54hrs | 293 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Give Credit Where It Is Due - Sakubva Homeownership Program
The recent Sakubva Homeownership Program, a significant milestone in Mutare's housing history, has been met with overwhelming joy from the residents. However, an unfortunate trend of misplaced credit ...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 00:51hrs | 123 | by Norest Kusvikazvaita
What happened to Chiwenga's Mbare flats with swimming pools?
A few days ago, High Court judge Justice Priscilla Munangati-Manongwa issued a landmark ruling ordering the City of Harare and the Government of Zimbabwe to refurbish the dilapidated Mbare flats witho...Published: 20 Dec 2024 at 12:12hrs | 653 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Harare's primary water source now deadly for people
Former Harare Mayor Hebert Gomba has urged President Emmerson Mnangagwa to declare the contamination of Lake Chivero a state of national disaster, emphasizing the urgency of addressing the water crisi...Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 16:49hrs | 322 | by Staff reporter
SA authorities crack down on omalayitsha
South Africa's Department of Traffic and Community Safety has launched a major crackdown on overloaded vehicles, targeting small cross-border transporters popularly known as omalayitsha. These vehicle...Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 16:39hrs | 248 | 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 | 1997 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe power surge triggers shutdown in Zambia?
Zimbabwe and Zambia were hit by a synchronized nationwide power blackout on Tuesday, following a shutdown initiated by South African power utility Eskom due to a surge in the regional power grid....Published: 17 Dec 2024 at 16:24hrs | 2464 | by Staff reporter
Objections filed against Kweza, Magaya, Machana nominations
The ZIFA Normalisation Committee is facing significant scrutiny after receiving objections to the nominations of Martin Kweza, Prophet Walter Magaya, and Philemon Machana for key roles in the administ...Published: 17 Dec 2024 at 10:30hrs | 1155 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's capital city plunged into darkness
Harare, the Zimbabwean capital city, usually a hub of activity even during late evening hours, was plunged into darkness last night due to a power outage. Even the State House, Zimbabwe House, and the...Published: 17 Dec 2024 at 04:41hrs | 2674 | by Staff reporter
Zinwa financial rot exposed
An external audit conducted by Grant Thornton has raised serious concerns about the financial management at the Zimbabwe National Water Authority (Zinwa), revealing significant irregularities in its r...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 12:35hrs | 2150 | by Staff reporter
Let's promote patriotism and not a personality cult in Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) has increasingly alienated its audience by subjecting the few remaining viewers and listeners to relentless propaganda promoting President Emmerson Mnangagw...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:17hrs | 58 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Minister Mthuli's Anaconda Choke on the Informal Sector Marks the End of Zanu PF Rule
Zimbabwe's Minister of Finance, Mthuli Ncube, has taken drastic measures to clamp down on the informal sector, a move being described as an "anaconda chok...Published: 13 Dec 2024 at 19:15hrs | 1791 | by Kindred Sibanda
Seasonal spike in smuggling and illegal crossings along Limpopo river
Communities along the Limpopo River, near Musina on the border between South Africa and Zimbabwe, are witnessing a seasonal surge in illegal crossings and smuggling as the riverbed dries. This phenome...Published: 13 Dec 2024 at 12:53hrs | 124 | by Staff reporter
Harare loses millions in potential revenue
The City of Harare is losing millions of United States dollars in potential revenue from unpaid rates, with tuckshop owners and residents among the main defaulters. This was revealed by Acting Revenue...Published: 12 Dec 2024 at 06:56hrs | 322 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa denounces targeted summons
Former Citizen for Coalition Change leader Nelson Chamisa has voiced strong reservations about the legitimacy of a Harare City Commission inquiry chaired by (Rtd) Justice Maphosa Cheda. Chamisa was su...Published: 10 Dec 2024 at 13:47hrs | 654 | by Staff reporter
I have no locus to comment on local authority issues
On Monday, I was requested to testify before (Rtd) Justice Maphosa Cheda at the Harare City Commission inquiry, a forum set up by Mr Mnangagwa.I have reservations about the foundation of the C...Published: 10 Dec 2024 at 13:45hrs | 307 | by Nelson Chamisa
Chamisa to appear before the Retired Justice Cheda-led Commission
Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa is expected to testify before the Retired Justice Maphios Cheda-led Commission of Inquiry into the operations of the Harare City Counci...Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 11:28hrs | 3190 | by Staff reporter
Parliament flags Gweru, Hwange councils' finances
Parliament's Public Accounts Committee (PAC) has raised serious concerns regarding financial management in the Hwange and Gweru municipalities, highlighting significant delays in submitting financial ...Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 10:15hrs | 294 | by Staff reporter
ZIFA elections trigger controversy
With the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) elections looming, the race to elect a new president, vice presidents, and committee members has taken a dramatic turn, mired in allegations of corruption...Published: 06 Dec 2024 at 11:34hrs | 329 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's errant bankers must be punished
Vocal Harare political activist and business advocate, Engineer Jacob Mutisi, has called for stringent accountability for bankers and financial institutions involved in the mismanagement and fraudulen...Published: 05 Dec 2024 at 09:19hrs | 1407 | by Staff reporter
ZANU-PF corruption and mismanagement have turned Air Zimbabwe into an international embarrassment
This once-proud national airline, which began its journey in 1980 with a modern fleet inherited from Air Rhodesia, is now a global laughingstock, a shadow of its former self. At independence, ...Published: 02 Dec 2024 at 23:21hrs | 1318 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Parliament power outage exposed consequences of corruption and mismanagement
Two days ago, Zimbabwe once again found itself in the throes of an international embarrassment, this time at the heart of its legislative hub. During the presentation of the 2025 National Budg...Published: 01 Dec 2024 at 20:56hrs | 1364 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Minister Kazembe to stop senior Police travels
The Minister of Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage, Kazembe Kazembe, has strongly criticised the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) for rampant corruption, lack of discipline, and mismanagement of resourc...Published: 01 Dec 2024 at 13:17hrs | 1158 | by Staff reporter
What role have I played in the destruction of Zimbabwe?
For over two decades, Zimbabwe has been trapped in a seemingly endless economic crisis that has brought untold suffering to millions. With over 70% of the population living below the poverty d...Published: 30 Nov 2024 at 19:16hrs | 30983 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe's 'pizza budget' proves economy on the verge of collapse
Zimbabwe's 'pizza budget,' presented two days ago by Finance Minister Professor Mthuli Ncube as the 2025 National Budget Proposal, is a stark illustration of an economy on the verge of collapse. ...Published: 30 Nov 2024 at 19:01hrs | 552 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
2025 Budget: A shallow, hollow, narcissistic and dishonest anti-people ritual
THE 2024 budget statement was presented in backdrop of a tough and challenging year for the working people of Zimbabwe. A year in which the citizen had been abused by extreme levels of inflation, emas...Published: 29 Nov 2024 at 18:47hrs | 732 | by Tendai Biti
The responsibility of journalism: Upholding ethics and avoiding the perils of falsehoods
Journalism is often referred to as the "fourth estate," a powerful institution that serves as the watchdog of society. In a democratic system, the media is tasked with the duty of informing, educating...Published: 28 Nov 2024 at 14:59hrs | 53 | by Innocent Mujeri
'Racism remains deeply rooted in the Western Cape'
The African National Congress (ANC) has stepped in and condemned the actions of a prestigious Cape Town boarding school after its chairman had resigned.The ANC's Khalid Sayed MPL said racism r...Published: 26 Nov 2024 at 19:49hrs | 146 | by Staff reporter
Climate finance and mismanagement in Zimbabwe: Bridging the gap between promises and accountability
As the world grapples with the escalating climate crisis, financial commitments to support developing nations in climate change mitigation and adaptation have taken center stage in international negot...Published: 24 Nov 2024 at 17:40hrs | 244 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe banking sector strengthens amid declining non-performing loans
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has reported a significant improvement in the country's banking sector credit risk landscape, marked by a decrease in the ratio of non-performing loans (NPLs) to tot...Published: 24 Nov 2024 at 09:55hrs | 84 | by Staff reporter
Is Auxillia Mnangagwa's 'philanthropic work' confirmation of her husband's abysmal failures to govern Zimbabwe?
Two days ago, Zimbabwe's First Lady Auxillia Mnangagwa graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Tourism and Hospitality Management from the Midlands State University (MSU).This ac...Published: 23 Nov 2024 at 12:54hrs | 138 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Bulawayo residents demand transparency on Dutch water utility deal
Concerns are growing among Bulawayo residents over the involvement of the Dutch water utility company Vitens Evides International (VEI) in managing the city's water and sanitation services, with many ...Published: 22 Nov 2024 at 09:00hrs | 396 | by Staff reporter
Sadc extraordinary Summit unfolds in Zimbabwe
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has convened an extraordinary summit in Harare to address escalating political and security challenges in the region, with a focus on Mozambique, the ...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 13:49hrs | 872 | by Staff reporter
Former radio 2 DJ appeals for help
Former Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) Radio 2 presenter Simon Pashoma Ncube has made a public appeal for financial assistance to prominent businessman and tenderpreneur Wicknell Chivayo. The ...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 13:41hrs | 772 | by Staff reporter
Affinity to shut out truth don't want to hear is one cause we're a failed state
In 1975 lan Douglas Smith, Prime Minister Rhodesia said, "If blacks are to rule themselves people in towns will walk on sewage until they believe it's normal, all the gains from colonisation will varn...Published: 16 Nov 2024 at 20:17hrs | 798 | by Wilbert Mukori
Elections expose Sadc ruling parties
Recent elections across Southern Africa have revealed a growing challenge for ruling parties, especially those that evolved from former liberation movements, as they struggle to maintain their grip on...Published: 15 Nov 2024 at 08:39hrs | 1234 | by Staff reporter
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