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Parliament petitioned against water privatisation

The Economic Justice for Women Project (EJWP) has petitioned Parliament, raising concerns over the privatisation of water in Zimbabwe's local authorities and urging lawmakers to introduce a Water Justice Bill to safeguard equitable access.…

Published: 17 Sep 2025 at 09:00hrs | 56 | by Staff reporter

Concern over illicit 'kambwa' addiction

Authorities at the government-run Chipadze Rehabilitation and Detoxification Centre in Bindura have raised alarm over an increasing number of clients addicted to illicit brews, cannabis, and crystal meth, which are flooding local markets.R…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 12:52hrs | 102 | by Staff reporter

Union petitions Parly to probe Chinese mining operations

The National Mine Workers Union of Zimbabwe (NMWUZ) has petitioned Parliament, raising concerns over alleged widespread labour and environmental violations at Chinese-owned mining companies operating in the country.The union formally submi…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 12:50hrs | 138 | by Staff reporter

Hwende cries foul over allowances

Kuwadzana East legislator Chalton Hwende has raised concerns over the worsening conditions affecting lawmakers, accusing the government of dragging its feet on commitments to address outstanding allowances and benefits.Speaking on a point …

Published: 20 Aug 2025 at 18:13hrs | 349 | by Staff reporter

Parliament to debate Mid-Term Budget Review statement

The debate on the Mid-Term Budget Review presented by Finance, Economic Development and Investment Promotion Minister, Professor Mthuli Ncube, is expected to commence today as Parliament resumes sitting following the Heroes Day and Defence…

Published: 19 Aug 2025 at 19:07hrs | 141 | by Staff reporter

DA/ANC-led Ethics Committee refuses to probe kaffir tweets

PARLIAMENT'S Ethics Committee will not investigate a racism complaint against Sport Minister Gayton McKenzie. His offensive tweets containing the use of the Kaffir word predate his time as a Member of Parliament.The African Transforma…

Published: 12 Aug 2025 at 09:32hrs | 299 | by Staff reporter

AG's office pushing 14 Bills through Parliament

Attorney General Virginia Mabhiza has praised the significant strides made by her office in advancing Zimbabwe's justice sector, emphasizing a marked turnaround in the efficiency and activity of Parliament, with 14 crucial bills currently …

Published: 03 Aug 2025 at 12:16hrs | 127 | by Staff reporter

Tshabangu's committee reshuffle sparks uproar

Tempers flared in Zimbabwe's Parliament on Tuesday as Deputy Speaker Tsitsi Gezi's announcement of sweeping changes to opposition-led portfolio committees sparked a dramatic walkout by Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) legislators.The sh…

Published: 31 Jul 2025 at 12:51hrs | 474 | by Staff reporter

Hwende, Tshabangu clash in Parliament

Zimbabwe's Parliament was thrown into disarray on Tuesday, 29 July 2025, after a fiery showdown between Charlton Hwende, the former chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee, and Sengezo Tshabangu, a rival leader within the deeply divid…

Published: 30 Jul 2025 at 12:56hrs | 924 | by Staff reporter

Whipping system in Parliament silencing Matebeleland MPs

The parliamentary whipping system employed by Zimbabwe's political parties is stifling the voices of legislators from the Matebeleland region, contributing to the region's continued marginalisation and underdevelopment, former Pumula MP Al…

Published: 29 Jul 2025 at 08:32hrs | 515 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa action undermines parliamentary independence

On the 9th July 2025 President Emmerson Mnangagwa received some praises from an opposition leader and the government spokesperson Nick Mangwana for attending a sitting of the National Assembly unannounced.The Speaker of the National Assemb…

Published: 22 Jul 2025 at 17:17hrs | 320 | by Dr Musa Kika

Mudenda calls for pro-poor budgeting to promote equity

Speaker of Parliament Jacob Mudenda has challenged legislators to ensure that public resources are equitably channelled towards programmes aimed at improving the livelihoods of citizens, emphasising the need for robust and critical analysi…

Published: 14 Jul 2025 at 15:57hrs | 168 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa joins parliament's Q&A session

President Emmerson Mnangagwa made a rare appearance in the National Assembly on Wednesday during the weekly question-and-answer session, a move that has been described as a reaffirmation of his constitutional role in the Legislature.The vi…

Published: 09 Jul 2025 at 18:05hrs | 880 | by Staff reporter

Failure to invest in youth sexual health could cost Zimbabwe $3.6bn

A new report by UNAIDS reveals that Zimbabwe stands to save billions of dollars by investing in sexual and reproductive health and rights (SRHR) services targeted at young people. The study, titled The Cost of Inaction, estimates that the …

Published: 30 Jun 2025 at 18:36hrs | 193 | by Staff reporter

Overcrowding in schools worries Parliament

A joint parliamentary committee has raised serious concerns over widespread overcrowding in Zimbabwe's primary and secondary schools, warning that deteriorating conditions are threatening the quality of education and weakening teacher effe…

Published: 30 Jun 2025 at 18:35hrs | 398 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Parliament must tackle language chauvinism

One of Zimbabwe's most corrosive societal ills, language chauvinism, is rearing its head in the very institution tasked with representing unity and national interests: Parliament. What should be a dignified chamber of democratic discourse …

Published: 26 Jun 2025 at 13:56hrs | 258 | by Staff reporter

Parly pushes for urgent overhaul of Zimbabwe's outdated steel laws

Parliament has called for swift amendments to Zimbabwe's antiquated Iron and Steel Act of 1942, warning that the outdated legislation is stifling the country's steel industry, undermining export competitiveness, and hindering broader econo…

Published: 26 Jun 2025 at 11:18hrs | 274 | by Staff reporter

Shonalisation of Zimbabwe Parliament criticised

The Zimbabwean Parliament is facing mounting criticism over the way it handles language interpretation during debates, following an incident in which a Member of Parliament's legitimate concern over translation was casually dismissed by co…

Published: 23 Jun 2025 at 12:24hrs | 2197 | by Staff reporter

Woes mount for Zimbabwe formal businesses\

Informal traders who largely evade taxes and levies are placing formal retail and wholesale businesses in Zimbabwe at a significant competitive disadvantage, burdened by a heavy and complex taxation regime, Parliament was told last week.A …

Published: 23 Jun 2025 at 10:58hrs | 249 | by Staff reporter

Junior Parliament set to open tomorrow

The Zimbabwean government has reaffirmed its dedication to involving children in decisions that affect their lives as preparations intensify for the official opening of the 33rd Junior Parliament at Mt Hampden.An alumni dinner held on the …

Published: 19 Jun 2025 at 07:17hrs | 141 | by Staff reporter

Parliament asked to investigate Chivayo

A Kwekwe resident, Emmanuel Nkosilathi Moyo, has written to the Speaker of Parliament, Jacob Mudenda, urging the legislature to launch an investigation into allegations of money laundering and corruption involving controversial businessman…

Published: 07 May 2025 at 16:29hrs | 3783 | by Staff reporter

Diplomatic villas illuminate Mt Hampden

The transformation of Mt Hampden into Zimbabwe's new administrative hub is steadily progressing, marked by the completion of eight state-of-the-art villas at the Diplomatic Village, a key milestone in the development of the emerging capita…

Published: 06 May 2025 at 08:50hrs | 6420 | by Staff reporter

Did Mnangagwa shut down Parliament to avoid impeachment?

Following Parliament's adjournment on April 8 to May 6, some social media users and even one headline claimed that President Mnangagwa had "shut down Parliament". It has been suggested this was to avoid impeachment. But a closer look at Pa…

Published: 12 Apr 2025 at 09:18hrs | 607 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF Glen View South star rally on today

Zanu-PF's National Political Commissar, Munyaradzi Machacha, and President Emmerson Mnangagwa's Special Advisor, Dr. Paul Tungwarara, will lead a high-profile delegation at the ruling party's star rally in Glen View South today, in anticip…

Published: 12 Apr 2025 at 09:12hrs | 3 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa to preside over the Chartered Accountants Conference

President Emmerson Mnangagwa is set to preside over the Chartered Accountants Conference this morning, a key event aimed at reflecting on the challenges and opportunities facing the accounting profession in an era of rapid technological ch…

Published: 12 Apr 2025 at 09:12hrs | 33 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe parliament adjourns over Mnangagwa impeachment speculation

A sudden adjournment of Zimbabwe's Parliament until May 6 has fueled widespread speculation about an impending political upheaval, sparking concerns about a potential crisis similar to the one that led to the fall of President Robert Mugab…

Published: 12 Apr 2025 at 09:12hrs | 221 | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga, Mohadi continue absconding Parliament

Deputy President of Senate, Michael Nyambuya, has expressed disappointment over the persistent absence of the country's two vice presidents and Cabinet ministers during crucial parliamentary Question-and-Answer (Q&A) sessions. The tren…

Published: 08 Mar 2025 at 14:38hrs | 223 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe Parliament resumes sitting

Parliament of Zimbabwe officially resumes sitting today after nearly two months of recess, with a significant legislative workload awaiting legislators. The two houses had adjourned in December last year following the passing of the 2025 n…

Published: 11 Feb 2025 at 06:39hrs | 247 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa 2030 move faces Parliamentary sabotage

A contentious battle is brewing in Zimbabwe's Parliament over a proposal to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term of office, with some ruling Zanu-PF lawmakers vowing to defy the motion in a secret ballot. Parliament is set to resume …

Published: 05 Feb 2025 at 15:57hrs | 1834 | by Staff reporter

Charplains tour new Parliament

MEMBERS of the Chaplains of Zimbabwe (CZ) recently toured the new Parliament building in Mt. Hampden, Harare, to familiarise with parliamentary functions and operations such as the formulation and passing of laws so that they could also co…

Published: 18 Dec 2024 at 13:03hrs | 644 | by Phillip Chidavaenzi

Sexual harassment in Parliament of Zimbabwe

BUDIRIRO North legislator Susan Matsunga has called for a more robust fight against sexual harassment, emphasizing that the battle must begin within the very walls of the Parliament of Zimbabwe, where female legislators continue to endure …

Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:42hrs | 225 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe moves towards abolishing death penalty

In a rare display of unity, both Houses of Zimbabwe's Parliament have passed the Death Penalty Abolition Bill, marking a significant step towards ending capital punishment in the country. The Bill, which has drawn praise globally for promo…

Published: 13 Dec 2024 at 09:35hrs | 76 | by Staff reporter

Parliament shortlists 47 candidates for ZAAC

Parliament has shortlisted 47 candidates from 145 nominations to serve on the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC), with public interviews scheduled for December 19 as part of the rigorous selection process mandated by the Constituti…

Published: 12 Dec 2024 at 06:47hrs | 194 | 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 statements, staff shortages, and relian…

Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 10:15hrs | 300 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa leaves Parliament in darkness

President Emmerson Mnangagwa walked out of the New Parliament Building in total darkness on Thursday, underscoring the severity of Zimbabwe's ongoing electricity crisis. The 82-year-old Zanu-PF leader had just attended the 2025 National Bu…

Published: 29 Nov 2024 at 07:18hrs | 2688 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa abruptly exited Parliament after a sudden power outage

President Emmerson Mnangagwa abruptly exited the New Parliament Building on Thursday after a sudden power outage plunged the chambers into darkness, moments after Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube concluded presenting the 2025 National Budget.…

Published: 28 Nov 2024 at 16:37hrs | 3164 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa's SONA headache

President Emmerson Mnangagwa is set to deliver his State of the Nation Address (SONA) today, facing mounting public discontent over a deepening currency crisis, soaring living costs, widespread hunger, and persistent allegations of corrupt…

Published: 02 Oct 2024 at 07:53hrs | 939 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa to deliver SONA

President Emmerson Mnangagwa is set to deliver the State of the Nation Address (SONA) and officially open the Second Session of the 10th Parliament of Zimbabwe next Wednesday, October 2, 2024. The announcement was made by Speaker of Parlia…

Published: 28 Sep 2024 at 12:08hrs | 283 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe legislators congratulate Mnangagwa

Speaker of Parliament Jacob Mudenda led a group of legislators to the State House yesterday to "congratulate" President Emmerson Mnangagwa on his recent appointment as the rotational chairperson of the Southern African Development Communit…

Published: 27 Aug 2024 at 12:56hrs | 498 | by Staff reporter

Verwoerd's grandson in new parliamentary role thanks to Ramaphosa

Wynand Boshoff, grandson of 'apartheid architect' Hendrik Verwoerd, will report to a new parliamentary leader as the Freedom Front (FF) Plus announces that Pieter Groenewald's appointment as Minister of Correctional Services has resulted i…

Published: 25 Jul 2024 at 09:43hrs | 894 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe fret over new rolling blackouts

Zimbabwe's Energy Minister Edgar Moyo has been summoned by Parliament to address the severe hydrological challenges at Kariba Power Station, leading to extensive power outages of up to 18 hours in urban areas. Murehwa South MP Noah Mangond…

Published: 10 Jul 2024 at 17:01hrs | 34 | by Staff reporter

Zuma's MK Party brings big guns to NCOP

The uMkhonto Wesizwe (MK) Party is planning to send a team of heavyweights as its new members in the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) as early as this week.Sunday World revealed that former Eskom CEO, Brian Molefe, former Prasa CEO, Lu…

Published: 07 Jul 2024 at 19:02hrs | 55 | by Mzilikazi wa Afrika

Hlophe's name will be on JSC list

The decision on whether Dr John Hlophe will be designated to the Judicial Service Commission (JSC) may be heading for a legal showdown after six legal NGOs urged the Speaker of Parliament to not appoint him, citing that it would be inappro…

Published: 04 Jul 2024 at 11:38hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Without Zuma's 58 MPs parliament will collapse

Should the MK Party's (MKP) 58 MPs decide not to show up in parliament, as its leader Jacob Zuma has indicated to be a possibility after their contesting of the 2024 national elections, the National Assembly cannot be constituted. Legally,…

Published: 10 Jun 2024 at 08:46hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter

CCC strife intensifies

The internal strife over parliamentary posts within the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) has intensified, with factions trading accusations and criticizing Speaker Jacob Mudenda for alleged dishonesty.A CCC faction led by Jameson Timba …

Published: 03 Jun 2024 at 08:21hrs | 17 | by Paidamoyo Muzulu

Zimbabweans in SA push for parliamentary representation

Zimbabweans in South Africa are pressing for representation in Parliament, arguing that their numbers warrant consideration.This call comes as the Zimbabwean government reviews the 2016 National Diaspora Policy.The Zimbabwean consulate in …

Published: 19 May 2024 at 19:58hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter

'ZiG difficult to accept in US$-dominated market'

RESPECTED businessman and economist Nigel Chanakira says acceptance of the new currency, Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG), will be difficult given that the majority still prefer the greenback.The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) launched ZiG and scrapped…

Published: 11 Apr 2024 at 08:45hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

CCC appoints lawmakers to key Parliamentary positions

The National Assembly published late yesterday in the Hansard that Zimbabwe's opposition Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), had filled its vacant parliamentary committee positions following the recalling of chief whip Amos Chibaya and se…

Published: 16 Feb 2024 at 07:43hrs | 2 | by Staff reporter

Jonathan Moyo warns CCC MPs who intend to resign en masse

The former Minister of Information in Zimbabwe, Jonathan Moyo, has warned that if the Citizens Coalition For Change (CCC) legislatures and councillors decide to resign en-masse to force it will be unconstitutional.In a discussion on Twitte…

Published: 12 Feb 2024 at 14:51hrs | 4 | by Staff reporter

Parliament tears into court e-system

THE Parliamentary Legal Committee (PLC) has thrown a wrench into the US$3,8 million Integrated Electronic Case Management System (IECMS), issuing a scathing report that questions the fairness and accessibility of the new judicial online sy…

Published: 08 Feb 2024 at 04:30hrs | 1 | by Staff reporter

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