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Zimbabwe MPs want two distinct driver's licences for Automatic and Manual cars
Lawmakers in Zimbabwe have urged the government to introduce two distinct driver's licenses for automatic and manual vehicles in a bid to curb corruption and streamline the process of licensing driver...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 08:53hrs | 7444 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo parking firm boss rolls into City Hall in US$400k Rolls Royce
Lizwe Mabuza, the chairman of Tendy Tree Investments (TTI), the company managing Bulawayo's paid parking, arrived at City Hall in a US$400,000 Rolls Royce Cullinan last week, prompting a wave of publi...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 13:16hrs | 1782 | by Staff reporter
Calls for stronger regulation of Starlink's expansion in Africa
The rapid expansion of Starlink's satellite internet services across Africa has prompted a growing chorus of concern from local industry experts, telecommunications companies, and internet service pro...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 09:52hrs | 468 | by Staff reporter
$24 million lost as vehicles evade licence and tollgate fees
The Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Transport and Infrastructural Development has revealed that the Zimbabwean government loses an estimated $24 million in potential revenue each year due to at l...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 09:32hrs | 163 | by Staff reporter
Kuruneri's widow in legal battle to evict miners from farm
Paidamoyo Patience Kuruneri, widow of former Finance Minister Christopher Tichaona Kuruneri, is embroiled in a legal battle to evict two gold miners, Sipho Mlalazi and Thabani Ndlovu, from Ascotvale F...Published: 12 Nov 2024 at 10:58hrs | 390 | by Staff reporter
CIO car smuggling case drags on
A vehicle smuggling case, which implicates several officers from various law enforcement agencies, including the Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO), was postponed last Thursday after the state in...Published: 10 Nov 2024 at 11:00hrs | 446 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe backtracks on fines for ordinary WhatsApp group admins
The government has clarified that WhatsApp group administrators who do not gather personal information from members for commercial purposes are exempt from obtaining a licence from the telecommunicati...Published: 10 Nov 2024 at 10:40hrs | 210 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's IT Minister denies claims that WhatsApp Group Admins will need licenses
Information Technology Minister Tatenda Mavetera has issued a statement rejecting claims circulating on social media that WhatsApp group administrators will soon be required to obtain government licen...Published: 09 Nov 2024 at 17:26hrs | 1381 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabweans blast government over WhatsApp licences
A wave of backlash has erupted across Zimbabwe following the government's announcement of new regulations requiring WhatsApp group administrators to obtain licenses and comply with stringent data prot...Published: 09 Nov 2024 at 17:12hrs | 238 | by Staff reporter
Medicinal mbanje products launched in Zimbabwe
In a historic move for Zimbabwe's healthcare sector, Ivory Medicinal has officially launched its pioneering medicinal cannabis product line, CannaQure. This breakthrough in medical treatment aims to h...Published: 09 Nov 2024 at 17:10hrs | 293 | by Staff reporter
WhatsApp group admins in Zimbabwe to obtain license or risk penalties
In a new and controversial move, Zimbabwe's government has announced that administrators of WhatsApp groups operating within the country's borders must now register and secure a license from the Post ...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 07:11hrs | 6529 | by Staff reporter
Harare suspends 10 employees for corruption
The Harare City Council has suspended eight municipal police officers and two water department employees following allegations of corruption, including extortion and bribery, according to an announcem...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 06:47hrs | 129 | by Staff reporter
ZERA increases fuel prices in Zimbabwe
The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) has announced a fuel price adjustment for diesel and petrol blend, impacting prices in both Zimbabwean dollars and US dollars. The new rates, effective ...Published: 06 Nov 2024 at 16:24hrs | 8907 | by Staff reporter
Minister calls for end to police chases of pirate taxis
Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water, and Rural Development Minister Anxious Masuka has urged police officers to stop pursuing unregistered "mushikashika" taxis, attributing these chases to an increas...Published: 05 Nov 2024 at 08:14hrs | 435 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe govt whips errant Chinese miners
The Zimbabwean government has intensified its efforts to combat environmental degradation linked to alluvial mining along the Sanyati River in Hurungwe, targeting two Chinese companies accused of illi...Published: 04 Nov 2024 at 06:48hrs | 876 | by Staff reporter
5 arrested in Zimbabwe for illegally selling Starlink kits
Five men from Harare have been arrested for allegedly possessing Starlink kits without a valid license, following a police operation on November 2, 2024. The suspects, identified as Polite Jamba (28),...Published: 04 Nov 2024 at 06:36hrs | 399 | by Staff reporter
Fake vehicle licence, insurance scam exposed
The government is facing significant revenue losses due to the growing circulation of counterfeit vehicle and insurance licenses sold by unregulated dealers. These fraudulent licenses are duping vehic...Published: 01 Nov 2024 at 06:29hrs | 421 | by Staff reporter
Chinese Steel Plant: Zimbabwe's economic boon
Zimbabwe is aiming to be home to Africa's largest steel plant, but disputes over the project continue even as it ramps up production.Over the past few months, villagers have been accusing the ...Published: 31 Oct 2024 at 06:53hrs | 7939 | by Staff reporter
Zimra seizes Hwindi President's car
Popular Zimdancehall artist Bessel Mugo Parewa, known as Hwindi President, has taken to social media to voice his frustration after the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) impounded his vehicle as part...Published: 28 Oct 2024 at 16:01hrs | 10208 | by Staff reporter
New Zealand's groundbreaking move toward regulating online casinos
The New Zealand government has taken a significant step toward regulating its online casino industry, marking a pivotal moment in the country's gambling landscape. As the popularity of online gambling...Published: 28 Oct 2024 at 13:03hrs | 168 | by Staff Reporter
Cheap mobile and fintech innovator a solution for the Zimbabwe market
Greydot Telecommunications Zimbabwe, a subsidiary of Greydot Telecommunications Africa, is making significant strides in the telecommunications and fintech landscape across Southern Africa. Establishe...Published: 27 Oct 2024 at 14:32hrs | 809 | by Staff reporter
Innovate Change: Best Online Casinos in New Zealand | Where to Play and Win Real Money
Multiple online casinos offer players the chance to win big while enjoying their favorite games from the comfort of home. However, not all online casinos are created equal. To help Kiwi players fin...Published: 24 Oct 2024 at 14:59hrs | 184 | by Staff Reporter
Zimbabwe moves to tighten gun ownership requirements
The Zimbabwean government is set to tighten the Firearms Act, introducing stricter requirements for obtaining gun licenses, including mandatory psychological tests, training, age restrictions, and fir...Published: 23 Oct 2024 at 07:51hrs | 403 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe suspends duty on bus, lorry tyre imports
The Zimbabwean government has suspended import duty on commercial tyres for buses and lorries in a bid to strengthen the public transport system. The move, announced by Finance, Economic Development a...Published: 23 Oct 2024 at 07:48hrs | 474 | by Staff reporter
Gold Mafia saga: Al Jazeera property attached
The High Court of Zimbabwe has ordered the Sheriff to attach all properties owned by the Al Jazeera Media Network in the country as security for costs, following a lawsuit filed by Mehluli Dube, a sou...Published: 22 Oct 2024 at 08:03hrs | 852 | by Staff reporter
Policeman loses car to robbers in Zimbabwe
Two men, Luckmore Tasaruka (26) and Tatenda Saidi (30), from Domboshava, have appeared in court for allegedly hijacking a policeman's vehicle after hiring him for a trip to Mhondoro. The duo, charged ...Published: 21 Oct 2024 at 14:17hrs | 1356 | by Staff reporter
Zera shuts down 73 unlicensed fuel stations
The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) has taken decisive action against unlicensed fuel stations, shutting down more than 70 facilities suspected of selling petroleum products from unauthori...Published: 20 Oct 2024 at 12:19hrs | 233 | by Staff reporter
Chivayo refuses to pay American consultant
Zimbabwean businessman Wicknell Chivayo, known for his extravagant lifestyle and high-profile donations, is currently embroiled in controversy following his refusal to pay US$75,000 to an American con...Published: 19 Oct 2024 at 12:37hrs | 9793 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF gold baron refutes owing US$3m in gold deliveries, threatens
Zanu-PF's Insiza North Member of Parliament, Farai Taruvinga, a well-known gold magnate in Matabeleland South, is embroiled in a legal battle with gold buyer Shasha Richard Gomez over an unpaid gold d...Published: 17 Oct 2024 at 17:12hrs | 3915 | by Staff reporter
Chivayo linked IMC gets ISP licence, eyes Starlink reseller
The Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (Potraz) has issued IMC Communications with an internet service provider (ISP) licence, paving the way for the company to partner wit...Published: 17 Oct 2024 at 08:51hrs | 227 | by Staff reporter
Ex-cop escapes jail time after assaulting son
A former police officer, Noel Muzenda (39), has avoided a custodial sentence following his conviction for assaulting his 10-year-old son in Eastview. The incident, which was captured on video by conce...Published: 15 Oct 2024 at 08:37hrs | 268 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's CVR expands plastic driver's license rollout
The Central Vehicle Registry (CVR) has issued nearly 250,000 plastic driver's licenses since their introduction in June of last year, marking a significant step in modernizing Zimbabwe's licensing sys...Published: 14 Oct 2024 at 09:57hrs | 39476 | by Staff reporter
Telecel Zimbabwe faces scandal over disappearance of generators
Telecel Zimbabwe, one of the country's three mobile telecommunications companies, is embroiled in a scandal following the alleged theft of 20 generators used to provide backup power to its network tow...Published: 13 Oct 2024 at 12:20hrs | 305 | by Staff reporter
Zinara claims to be liquid to rehabilitate roads
The Zimbabwe National Road Administration (Zinara) has pledged to continue rehabilitating and constructing roads across the country, assuring the public that it has secured sufficient funds for these ...Published: 10 Oct 2024 at 07:48hrs | 531 | by Staff reporter
Former policeman arrested for brutal assault on son
A former police officer has been arrested and lost custody of his four children after a video showing him brutally assaulting his 10-year-old son with an electric cable and bricks went viral on social...Published: 09 Oct 2024 at 07:35hrs | 338 | by Staff reporter
Zanu-PF MP ordered to pay US$3 million
Zanu-PF's Insiza North Member of Parliament, Farai Taruvinga, a prominent gold baron in Matabeleland South province, is facing legal action from gold buyer Shasha Richard Gomez over an unpaid gold del...Published: 07 Oct 2024 at 12:18hrs | 1789 | by Staff reporter
NetOne CEO makes US$1bn move
NetOne, Zimbabwe's oldest mobile telecoms operator, has laid ambitious plans to achieve US$1 billion in annual revenue by 2029, despite facing challenges in accessing capital. Chief executive officer ...Published: 05 Oct 2024 at 16:35hrs | 1255 | by Staff reporter
Why buy a ZBC license when the broadcaster doesn't speak for suffering Zimbabweans?
The state-controlled broadcaster, the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC), has published its radio and television licence fees. This was one of the most outrageous lists I have seen a long...Published: 04 Oct 2024 at 12:34hrs | 529 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Rural councils performing better than Harare
During a Full Council meeting this week, Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume expressed his frustration with fellow councillors for failing to develop a green energy plan that would pave the way for solar power ...Published: 04 Oct 2024 at 08:50hrs | 199 | by Staff reporter
Fuel importer in court over Zinara receipts forgery
A Harare man, Pedzisai Mudiwa (34), appeared in court yesterday facing fraud charges after allegedly forging Zimbabwe National Road Administration (Zinara) receipts, leading to a loss of US$36,100 for...Published: 03 Oct 2024 at 08:50hrs | 131 | by Staff reporter
Why does Zimbabwe attract rogue Chinese investors?
Last night, I had the honor of being one of those invited for the launch of a report, in Harare, by the Center for Natural Resource Governance (CNRG) titled, 'Chinese Investments in Zimbabwe'....Published: 27 Sep 2024 at 22:57hrs | 4972 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Mavetera says delay in licensing Starlink distributors caused by due diligence
Zimbabwe's Minister of Information Communication Technology, Tatenda Mavetera, announced that delays in licensing internet service providers for the distribution of Starlink products were due to neces...Published: 26 Sep 2024 at 11:14hrs | 968 | by Staff reporter
PowerTel says not moved by Starlink
PowerTel Communications says it will not lose sleep over the recent launch of Starlink in Zimbabwe adding it can match the speeds and affordability of the globally recognised satellite internet giant....Published: 26 Sep 2024 at 10:13hrs | 150 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe urged to ditch 'command' exchange rate
The government of Zimbabwe is facing increasing pressure to abandon its "command" exchange rate for the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency, introduced in April, as businesses struggle to cope with currency ...Published: 25 Sep 2024 at 09:21hrs | 3966 | by Staff reporter
Econet's investment in Liquid may be poised for a decline in value
Morgan & Co, a prominent securities firm, has issued a cautionary warning to Econet Wireless Zimbabwe regarding its investment in Liquid Telecommunications Holdings (LTH). The firm anticipates a p...Published: 20 Sep 2024 at 11:14hrs | 672 | by Staff reporter
Harare lawyer faces disciplinary action
Lawyer Munyaradzi Stanslus Bwanya is set to appear before the Law Society of Zimbabwe (LSZ) disciplinary and ethics committee over allegations of practicing law without a valid certificate. Reports in...Published: 20 Sep 2024 at 07:58hrs | 180 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean boxer relocates to Zambia
Champion boxer-turned-promoter, Charles Manyuchi, has relocated his boxing academy and promotion business to Zambia, citing prohibitive fees in Zimbabwe that make it nearly impossible for promoters to...Published: 20 Sep 2024 at 07:52hrs | 175 | by Staff reporter
Time to revisit the laws of radio and television licencing in Zimbabwe
In Zimbabwe, the landscape of broadcasting and media consumption is undergoing rapid and profound changes, primarily driven by advancements in technology. The debates surrounding the Zimbabwe Broadcas...Published: 19 Sep 2024 at 08:36hrs | 994 | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
Zimbabwe police to impound unregistered vehicles
Zimbabwean police have issued a stern warning to drivers and owners of unregistered vehicles, stating that such cars will be impounded if found on the country's roads. The crackdown follows concerns t...Published: 18 Sep 2024 at 18:18hrs | 335 | by Staff reporter
Only 8 guns surrendered under firearms amnesty
Eight firearms have been surrendered to the police since the start of a national amnesty granted to individuals holding unregistered firearms and ammunition. The amnesty, which allows the public to vo...Published: 16 Sep 2024 at 14:39hrs | 280 | by Staff reporter
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