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Zupco to have fuel allocation prioritisation
ZUPCO buses will be prioritised in fuel allocation, as Government continues to improve the competitiveness of the public transport operator while cushioning commuters from spiralling transport costs, ...Published: 3 hrs ago | 172 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa cranks up Mnangagwa pressure
MDC leader Nelson Chamisa yesterday told his supporters to brace for more sustained pressure on President Emmerson Mnangagwa over the disputed 2018 elections, saying Zimbabwe's problems needed an imme...Published: 9 hrs ago | 804 | by Staff reporter
Econet, NetOne ink infrastructure-sharing deal
Econet Wireless Zimbabwe and NetOne have inked an infrastructure-sharing deal in a move set to increase their coverage.The country's two largest mobile network operators signed the deal on Apr...Published: 9 hrs ago | 189 | by Staff reporter
Prices of basic commodities skyrocket
THE Consumer Council of Zimbabwe (CCZ) expects prices of basic commodities and services to skyrocket following the near 50% increase in fuel prices last Tuesday."In the costing models that hav...Published: 9 hrs ago | 689 | by Staff reporter
Anti-drug laws for students abroad
For many students, going to study abroad will be the first time of being far away from home. While this can be very exciting news, moving to a new city and a new country can be a nerve-wracking experi...Published: 9 hrs ago | 68 | by Cleto Mhuru
Chasi breathes fire over Chivayo
Energy minister Fortune Chasi has told the Zesa board to take urgent action to ensure that controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo completes the Gwanda solar project or that he repays the $5 millio...Published: 9 hrs ago | 390 | by Staff reporter
Price monitors unleashed in Zimbabwe
THE Grain Millers Association of Zimbabwe (GMAZ) will this week dispatch price monitors countrywide to ascertain the model being employed by retailers on basic commodities amid an outcry from consumer...Published: 9 hrs ago | 406 | by Staff reporter
Digital economy key for economic growth
Digitisation of the economy can immensely contribute to the country's growth and realisation of President Emmerson Mnangagwa's vision for the country to attain an Upper Middle Income economy status by...Published: 9 hrs ago | 33 | by Staff reporter
New measures to ease fuel supply
GOVERNMENT and players in the petroleum sector have agreed on a host of measures in the dealing of the precious commodity, which has been scarce since the end of last year with its trading characteris...Published: 10 hrs ago | 208 | by Staff reporter
'Fuel liberalisation necessary evil'
Following the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe's recent directive for oil companies to source foreign currency on the interbank market, analysts have said the move was necessary despite the anticipated short-...Published: 10 hrs ago | 93 | by Staff reporter
Fuel price hike a step in some direction
With the unending queues and the bond crashing against the dollar, the Energy ministry has once again raised fuel prices to stem the so-called 'under-recoveries' of oil companies. According to the lat...Published: 15 hrs ago | 3549 | by Dr Masimba Mavaza
Statement by the NANGO on Africa Day
The National Association of Non-Governmental Organisations (NANGO), the umbrella body of NGOs operating in Zimbabwe joins the continent in celebrating Africa Day.Africa made history on the 25t...Published: 25 May 2019 at 16:49hrs | 363 | by NANGO
Zimbabweans told to brace for mass protests
THE Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) has warned that it is mobilising for mass action against the current economic crisis if government fails to provide solutions.This comes as nurses ...Published: 25 May 2019 at 15:15hrs | 1400 | by Staff reporter
I say no to executive share option lets have minority and all employees
According to adverts placed with the media on the 24th May 2019, TSL Limited Annual General Meeting (AGM) one of the resolution is to be approved is, "TSL 2018 Executive Share Appreciation Rights Plan...Published: 25 May 2019 at 14:56hrs | 245 | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
Akbays for Dembare scalp
NGEZI Platinum Stars coach Erol Akbay says his side increased the intensity of their training this week to try and turn around their fortunes. They meet stricken giants Dynamos at Rufaro tomorrow. ...Published: 25 May 2019 at 08:24hrs | 159 | by Staff reporter
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: 24 May 2019 at 09:52hrs | 3252 | 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: 24 May 2019 at 08:06hrs | 1806 | by Zim EFF
'ZBC losing $220 million annually'
Only 10% of the country''s population is paying for television and radio licences, resulting in the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) losing $220 million potential revenue annually, Parliament h...Published: 24 May 2019 at 07:42hrs | 922 | by Staff reporter
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: 24 May 2019 at 07:40hrs | 3761 | by Staff reporter
Monetary policy unlikely to resuscitate Zimbabwe economy
ZIMBABWE'S new monetary system is unlikely to lead to a rapid improvement in liquidity - thus economic growth - in the short to medium-term, a report has revealed.In its monetary policy statem...Published: 24 May 2019 at 07:35hrs | 575 | by Staff reporter
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: 24 May 2019 at 07:31hrs | 1873 | 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: 24 May 2019 at 07:29hrs | 195 | by Staff reporter
'Potraz will continue to review telecoms tariffs'
Zimbabwe's telecoms regulator says it will continue reviewing tariffs in line with cost movements and international best practices following concerns over the high cost of products in the country....Published: 24 May 2019 at 06:49hrs | 262 | 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: 24 May 2019 at 06:48hrs | 4941 | by Conway Tutani
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 | 5145 | by Welshman Ncube
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 | 145 | by Richard Mugobo
Patrick Zhuwawo mocks Mnangagwa's government
Former cabinet minister Patrick Zhuwawo has posted a meme of former President Robert Mugabe on Twitter laughing at President Emmerson Mnangagwa's new dispensation.Zhuwawo was commenting on a p...Published: 23 May 2019 at 10:18hrs | 8271 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Botswana's elephants: myths vs facts
Botswana president, Dr Mokgweetsi Masisi, recently hosted a summit in Kasane for five southern African heads of state to forge a common regional elephant conservation policy. Since Masisi took over it...Published: 23 May 2019 at 07:52hrs | 1540 | by Conservation Action Trust
'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 | 2391 | 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 | 1463 | by Staff reporter
Binga airstrip set for $4m upgrade
The government through the District Development Fund (DDF) is set to embark on a $4 million upgrade of the Binga airstrip to improve accessibility of the destination in line with the current drive to ...Published: 22 May 2019 at 15:55hrs | 467 | by Staff reporter
Feja Feja policies render thousands stranded in the CBD
The MDC is concerned with how the transport situation has deteriorated over the past few days due to Zanu PF's incompetency, inconsistency and inability to make the right decisions.A country r...Published: 22 May 2019 at 11:10hrs | 3641 | by Jacob Mafume
WATCH: Chaos as passengers enter ZUPCO bus through windows
Commuters in Harare resorted to entering ZUPCU buses using windows after the door was overly crowded with people trying to get a seat inside the vehicles which charge $0.50 per trip.Photos tak...Published: 22 May 2019 at 10:58hrs | 5622 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Zupco will work, commuters call for timetable adjustments
COMMUTERS have called on ZUPCO to adjust timetables to cater for all workers as well as also expand on areas covered.Currently, the Zupco buses operate between 5am and 7pm, which affects those...Published: 22 May 2019 at 10:36hrs | 3033 | by Staff reporter
Ncube, super-duper PAC member, blame povo for fuel price hike - how arrogant
"Presidential Advisory Council member Trevor Ncube has blamed ordinary Zimbabweans for the step taken by the central bank to liberalise the price of fuel by removing the 1:1 exchange rate," reported B...Published: 22 May 2019 at 07:19hrs | 1667 | by Patrick Guramatunhu
Zimbabwe police resurfaces with 24- hour roadblocks, on high alert
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) is keeping a heavy presence in all possible hotspots, amid worries of wildcat demonstrations that could be triggered by the worsening socio-economic situation. ...Published: 22 May 2019 at 07:05hrs | 3100 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF rivals call for dialogue
Opposition political parties have renewed their appeal for inclusive national dialogue in the wake of the worsening economic crisis, with Nelson Chamisa's MDC party warning of calamitous demonstration...Published: 22 May 2019 at 07:01hrs | 3321 | by Staff reporter
RTGS$ slides by 31% on interbank market
Traders at three commercial banks said the RTGS$ had weakened to a low of 4.6 against the greenback compared to 3.5 at the opening of trading on Tuesday, its biggest drop in a day since the interbank ...Published: 22 May 2019 at 06:29hrs | 4368 | by Reuters
Millers Association embarks on price monitoring exercise
Grain Millers Association (GMAZ) says it will this week move around the country, monitoring prices of basic commodities to protect consumers from being short-changed by unscrupulous retailers....Published: 22 May 2019 at 06:15hrs | 254 | by Staff reporter
Duty on fuel reduced by half
Government has reduced duty on diesel and petrol to cushion consumers from the effects of the latest round of fuel price increases, an official in the Ministry of Finance and Economic Development has ...Published: 21 May 2019 at 23:21hrs | 986 | by Staff reporter
Trevor Ncube blames Zimbabweans for fuel price increase
Presidential Advisory Council member Trevor Ncube has blamed ordinary Zimbabweans for the step taken by the central bank to liberalise the price of fuel by removing the 1:1 exchange rate. The ...Published: 21 May 2019 at 18:04hrs | 8436 | by Mandla Ndlovu
WATCH: Small house viciously beaten and hair cut by main wife
A sensitive video of a small house being thoroughly bashed by the main wife and her friends has resurfaced online.The video shows the main wife and her friends being up the girl and accusing h...Published: 21 May 2019 at 16:44hrs | 4063 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Seven things to consider when transacting in Africa
1. Accept the uncertainty and gather knowledgeInvestors in Africa must consider geo-political and economic uncertainty on the continent as well as a ple...Published: 21 May 2019 at 16:26hrs | 571 | by Morne van der Merwe, Managing Partner, and Wildu du Plessis, Head of Africa at global law firm Baker McKenzie in Johannesburg
Acie Lumumba warns Mnangagwa
Self-styled communications strategist William Mutumanje has warned President Emmerson Mnangagwa that if he does not fire his advisors the people will fire him. Warned Mutumanje, "I was really ...Published: 21 May 2019 at 15:14hrs | 31971 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Confusion as price of fuel rises for the 5 next days
Massive confusion has struck the users of fuel after a new letter from Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority has surfaced online announcing the new prices of fuel at RTGS$4.89 for diesel and RTGS$4.97 ...Published: 21 May 2019 at 11:05hrs | 6703 | by Mandla Ndlovu
No fuel price increase - Zera
THE Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (Zera) has dismissed reports on fuel price increases.Zera says the recent regulations will not result in the increase in the price of fuel but were mea...Published: 21 May 2019 at 09:03hrs | 4651 | by Ndou Paul
'Zimbabwe civil servants wage bill not too big'
RECENTLY, President Emmerson Mnangagwa swore in 18 commissioners for the Zimbabwe Defence Forces, the Police and Prisons and Correctional Services. NewsDay (ND) senior reporter Blessed Mhlanga...Published: 21 May 2019 at 08:04hrs | 2199 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe teachers' salaries, a mockery
Disgruntled rural teachers have advised government to stop reviewing their salaries in RTGS$ as this does not provide a solution to their economic challenges. It is believed teachers in the co...Published: 21 May 2019 at 07:26hrs | 5337 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa demos flop
A planned illegal demonstration by MDC-Alliance and some shadowy anti-Government organisations flopped dismally yesterday after Zimbabwe Republic Police maintained a vigil in central Harare and cities...Published: 21 May 2019 at 06:29hrs | 4300 | by Staff reporter
Govt slashes Zupco fares
Government has, with effect from today, slashed Zimbabwe United Passenger Company (ZUPCO) bus fares by 50 percent, for both urban and rural trips, a situation that will see urban travellers paying 50 ...Published: 21 May 2019 at 06:22hrs | 1539 | by Staff reporter
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