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Cameroon elects world's oldest president at 92

Cameroon's top court on Monday declared incumbent Paul Biya, the world's oldest president, the winner of the latest election.Clashes with security forces in Cameroon left at least four protesters dead ahead of the announcement as oppositio…

Published: 12 hrs ago | 688 | by Staff reporter

Cyclones predicted

The Civil Protection Unit (CPU) has activated its disaster management systems at all levels of government in anticipation of several cyclones forecast to affect the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region during the 2025/26 ra…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 758 | by Staff reporter

Fired cops reinstated after 10-year legal battle

Three police officers who were dismissed nearly a decade ago for alleged involvement in smuggling have been reinstated following a protracted legal battle that exposed serious procedural irregularities within the Zimbabwe Republic Police's…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 546 | by Staff reporter

PPC Zimbabwe land sale faces legal challenge

A multimillion-dollar land deal involving cement giant PPC Zimbabwe has hit a major legal snag after a housing cooperative claimed ownership of the same property.PPC Ltd, in a notice to shareholders last week, announced it had concluded a …

Published: 31 Aug 2025 at 09:27hrs | | by Staff reporter

Legal clerk in impersonation storm

A legal clerk with Munangati and Associates, Adiel Shingai Mushore, appeared in court over the weekend charged with impersonating a police detective in an alleged scam targeting a commuter omnibus operator.Mushore, who appeared before Hara…

Published: 11 Aug 2025 at 08:46hrs | 163 | by Staff reporter

Legal fraternity mourns Advocate Mlaudzi

``The legal community across Zimbabwe and beyond is mourning the passing of Advocate Sampson Mlaudzi, a revered legal mind remembered not only for his profound knowledge of the law but also for his humility, integrity, and lifelong commitm…

Published: 10 Aug 2025 at 19:28hrs | 643 | by Staff reporter

Judge Katiyo in legal storm over 'fraudulent' ruling on unheard case

Zimbabwean High Court Justice Never Katiyo is facing mounting scrutiny over allegations of judicial impropriety, after delivering a ruling in a case that lawyers say has not yet been argued before him - with the hearing only scheduled for …

Published: 01 Aug 2025 at 17:19hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Legal showdown brews between Mahere and Tinoda Machakaire

A legal and political battle is heating up between prominent lawyer and former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) spokesperson Fadzayi Mahere and Minister of Youth Empowerment, Development and Vocational Training Tinoda Machakaire, follow…

Published: 08 Jul 2025 at 19:44hrs | 715 | by Staff reporter

Gukurahundi hearings under fire over lack of legal safeguards

The upcoming Gukurahundi outreach programme has sparked backlash from human rights advocates, who argue that the process lacks credibility due to the absence of a clear legal framework and independent oversight.The government recently anno…

Published: 17 Jun 2025 at 17:48hrs | 310 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Exemption Permit holders secure legal victory in SA

Zimbabwean immigrants living in South Africa under the Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) system have won a major legal reprieve after the Supreme Court of Appeal dismissed an attempt by South Africa's Ministry of Home Affairs to overturn an …

Published: 10 Jun 2025 at 10:12hrs | 1422 | by Staff reporter

Kereke wins legal battle

Former Zanu PF legislator Munyaradzi Kereke has won a legal battle against the Harare Municipal Medical Aid Society (HMMAS), which had sought a refund of US$138,000 over a failed bid to purchase Fortress Hospital in Ruwa.High Court Judge J…

Published: 14 May 2025 at 08:48hrs | 1003 | by Staff reporter

Is it legal to keep US$70,000 cash at home in Zimbabwe?

In recent weeks, Zimbabwe has experienced an alarming increase in armed robbery cases, with criminals specifically targeting individuals and businesses that keep large amounts of cash at their premises or homes. This uptick in robberies ha…

Published: 19 Mar 2025 at 09:58hrs | | by Staff writer

Legal battle over Gono linked company continues in Harare court

A Harare couple, Aisha and Clark Clever Makoni, is embroiled in a legal dispute over allegations of fraudulently altering the directorship of Valley Lodges, a company reportedly linked to former Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe governor Gideon Gon…

Published: 04 Feb 2025 at 16:47hrs | 129 | by Staff reporter

Matsika's bid for Croco Motors hits final legal roadblock

Businessman Farai Matsika's prolonged legal battle to claim shareholding in Croco Motors has reached a conclusive end, with the High Court striking his latest case off the roll. This marks the latest defeat in a series of legal setbacks, w…

Published: 23 Nov 2024 at 12:46hrs | | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe's gold tokens to be used as legal tender

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has announced its intention to introduce a new transactional currency called Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG), which will be backed by the valuable mineral resource. These Gold-Backed Digital Tokens (GBDT) are designe…

Published: 01 Oct 2023 at 07:35hrs | 45 | by Staff reporter

Mr President, patriotism cannot be legislated

DEAR President Emmerson Mnangagwa,Your Excellency, with the noise surrounding the "sanctions on Zimbabwe" narrative increasing - as we draw closer to the  October 25 "Sadc Anti Sanctions Day," whatever it is called - so have calls for…

Published: 19 Oct 2022 at 06:01hrs | | by Tendai Mbofana

Are these deportations emotional or legal

Mavis Matapo is a seventeen year old Zimbabwean living in the UK. She is so scared to go outside her parents house alone. She shivers with fear each time she hears a male voice her life crumbled into pieces the day she attended a birthday …

Published: 20 Jul 2021 at 06:13hrs | 1 | by Dr Masimba Mavaza

Cross-border divorce: The legal process

The year was 1995. At that time, Sibonokhuhle Kambarami, (not her real name), was a 26-yearold vivacious single lady. She was employed as a receptionist at a large commercial entity in Harare. Early one morning while at work, Sibonokhuhle …

Published: 01 Mar 2021 at 04:51hrs | 13 | by Tichawana Nyahuma

Zimbabwe legalised the growing of marijuana for medical purposes

THE daily use of cannabis is associated with an increased risk of psychosis or serious mental illness, with more potent forms of the drug such as "skunk" heightening the risk, a study by leading scientists has revealed.This comes as Zimbab…

Published: 25 Mar 2019 at 11:40hrs | 21 | by Gift Phiri

Legal ramifications of the July 30 elections

It's now a week after the historic July 30 elections and with tensions having simmered down a bit, it's time for some introspection and a post-mortem of the elections.The first thing that we need to deal with are the legal "myths" being sh…

Published: 06 Aug 2018 at 07:20hrs | | by Paul Kaseke

Legalisation of shebeens: Who benefits the most?

FOR years in the post-colonial era, politicians and a range of civic/residents' associations in the city have campaigned for the legalisation of shebeens.In particular, shebeens have been defended as necessary to address lack of economic o…

Published: 23 Feb 2018 at 05:46hrs | | by Langalakhe Mabena/Nkosilodumo Ndebele

Why are African legal minds holding on to colonial relics?

The British gave up their last colonies in Africa half a century ago. But they left their wigs behind. Not just any wigs. They are the long, white, horsehair locks worn by high court judges (and King George III). They are so old-fashioned …

Published: 22 Sep 2017 at 06:17hrs | 3 | by Kevin Sieff

Can a child legally consent to sex?

When looking at the age at which one is legally regarded as having the ability to consent to sex, it usually sparks much debate and argument. It is, however, important that everyone has a general understanding of what the law provides in t…

Published: 20 Sep 2017 at 06:35hrs | 3 | by Danai Chirawu

Legal pitfalls to avoid when venturing into Africa

We recently had a Namibian court decision in a passing off matter, in the case of Mega Power Centre CC t/a Talisman Plant and Tool Hire v Talisman Franchise Operations (Pty) Ltd. The decision is interesting for a number of reasons. First, …

Published: 16 Jul 2013 at 08:03hrs | | by Ilse Du Plessis

Tomana has a right to refuse prosecuting legislators - legal gurus

ATTORNEY-General Mr Johannes Tomana has a right to refuse prosecuting legislators accused of abusing the Constituency Development Fund if the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission defies his orders, legal experts have said.They said the AG's…

Published: 25 Mar 2012 at 15:53hrs | 1 | by Lloyd Gumbo

"Mercenaries" in Libya: Impact of Legal Impunity

Gaddafi's engagement of "mercenaries" to fight in his domestic civil war is problematic. The current hostilities between Libyan protesters and migrant Sub Saharan Africans manifest the weak international legislation regulating the use of "…

Published: 23 Mar 2011 at 19:00hrs | 5 | by Manpavan Joth Kaur

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Bulawayo water shortages a critical problem

Nyambirai stirs succession troubled waters

Zanu PF appoints new Director General

Dangote to invest US$1 billion in Zimbabwe

Zimbabwe speeds up mercury phase-out

Girls warned against visiting 'prophets' alone

Domestic worker fined for assaulting employer's toddler

Baby dies after slipping from mother's back as parents fight

Govt approves 5,000 health posts to boost sector capacity

Police arrest suspect in fatal shooting of officer

Minister's aide arrested over gun at Zanu PF Conference

Mnangagwa critic arrested in US$10,000 trap

Chivayo gifts comedian US$150,000 for 'making Mnangagwa laugh'

Dembare edge Bosso on penalties

Man rapes woman at axe point

Security guards convicted for stealing company truck

US flags Zimbabwe's rigid labour laws

Cameroon elects world's oldest president at 92

ZIMSWA applauds push to decriminalise sex work in Zimbabwe

CCC MP Hwende Commends President Mnangagwa for Recognizing ZINARA’s Accountability Progress

Cyclones predicted

Fired cops reinstated after 10-year legal battle

Zanu-PF UK women donate sewing machines to Mnangagwa's wife

Zimbabwe approves scheme to protect workers in diaspora

ZRA warns ZESCO over excessive water use at Kariba dam

'Incompetent' magistrate banned from criminal trials

Mnangagwa launches book on Zimbabwe's economic revival

Pupil kidnapped, sexually violated

Cop fatally shot at police station

2 dead, several injured in head-on crash

Nyambirai stirs succession troubled waters

Dangote to invest US$1 billion in Zimbabwe

Zanu PF appoints new Director General

Man poisons stray cattle

Cameroon elects world's oldest president at 92

Zimbabwe speeds up mercury phase-out

Girls warned against visiting 'prophets' alone

Cyclones predicted

Police arrest suspect in fatal shooting of officer

Bulawayo water shortages a critical problem

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