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45 years of Zanu PF misrule have been 'season of darkness' and even darker years ahead if 2028 elections are postpone
Zimbabwe is one of the world's suppliers of cheap labour and our contribution is not always appreciated.I was talking to a Zimbabwean Doctor who has worked in SA. His pay and working condition...Published: 20 Jan 2025 at 22:16hrs | 547 | by Wilbert Mukori
Zimbabwe's cycle of betrayal
Is it not a pity how the people of Zimbabwe have been duped not once, but twice? The first betrayal came from figures like Cecil Rhodes and his clansmen, who, under the guise of imperialism, promised ...Published: 19 Jan 2025 at 14:23hrs | 626 | by Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
Man assaults mother with axe handle, jailed
A 23-year-old man from Fort Rixon, Proud Manasa, has been sentenced to 18 months in prison after assaulting his mother, Ms. Irene Bell, with an axe handle during a domestic dispute.Manasa was ...Published: 13 Jan 2025 at 07:16hrs | 206 | by Staff reporter
Top 6 Members of Parliament who shook Bulawayo in 2024
Bulawayo's political landscape was alight in 2024, with six Members of Parliament shining brightly for their transformative and relentless efforts to uplift their constituencies. Using a sophisticated...Published: 12 Jan 2025 at 22:31hrs | 857 | by Nkululeko Nkomo
'King Munhumutapa' denied bail
Harare Magistrate Isheunesu Matova on Wednesday denied bail to Timothy Chiminya, a man claiming to be "King Munhumutapa" with alleged powers to appoint and dethrone traditional chiefs in Zimbabwe. Mat...Published: 11 Jan 2025 at 18:38hrs | 700 | by Staff reporter
WATCH: 'Churches, Mermaids flood Mukuvisi River'
Several churches, mermaid spiritual agents (MaNjuzu), traditional healers and street kids illegally settled and grabbed land along the Mukuvisi river while living in harmony with each other despite di...Published: 11 Jan 2025 at 08:54hrs | 2176 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
Zimbabwe prophet launches 'miracle' card he claims heals and exorcises evil spirits
Prophetic Healing and Deliverance (PHD) Ministries leader, Prophet Walter Magaya, has introduced a card he claims holds the power to heal and deliver those who use it. Magaya, a figure known for his b...Published: 10 Jan 2025 at 12:11hrs | 959 | by Staff reporter
ZRP boss, miners kill prophet over US$10
At least two officers (Assistant Inspector Paul Nkoma and Constable Anold Mukuhlani) from the Zimbabwe Republic Police's (ZRP) Mbembesi base are allegedly offering two-thousand United States dollars (...Published: 04 Jan 2025 at 19:15hrs | 2001 | by Gideon Madzikatidze recently in Mbembesi
Vapostori Judicial Council thwarts media claims on Chivhayo donation misfortunes
The National Judicial Council of Vapostori (NJCV) has dismissed and describes as malicious defamation of character launched by an online publication that is meant to distort philanthropic work by Wick...Published: 04 Jan 2025 at 19:11hrs | 1020 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
'No one will starve under my watch' - Emakhandeni-Luveve MP Discent Bajila declares
Emakhandeni-Luveve Member of Parliament Discent Collins Bajila has vowed to ensure that no one in his constituency goes hungry as long as he remains in office. Speaking at the 2024 Cheer Fund event he...Published: 04 Jan 2025 at 19:07hrs | 677 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Crossover nights, annual devotions boost Zim religious tourism
Several indigenous churches have contributed much in boosting Zimbabwe's religious tourism through arrivals and bookings for annual crossover night (year-end shutdown night) and routine ten-day devoti...Published: 02 Jan 2025 at 15:13hrs | 946 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole
Beitbridge's 'Shule Shule' Nguluvhe dies
Beitbridge is in mourning following the passing of one of its most renowned businessmen and farmers, Mr. Chris Nguluvhe, popularly known as "Shule Shule." Mr. Nguluvhe, aged 61, passed away on Tuesday...Published: 01 Jan 2025 at 10:19hrs | 1574 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa praises church for patriotism
President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday delivered a powerful address at the annual National Thanksgiving and Dedication Service held at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre in Bulawayo, where h...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:42hrs | 100 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa deeply rooted in biblical scripture
President Emmerson Mnangagwa delivered a powerful address on Sunday at the annual National Thanksgiving and Dedication Service held at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre in Bulawayo. The spe...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:40hrs | 62 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's highways: A deadly gamble for travelers
Zimbabwe's highways, once celebrated as vital connectors across the nation, have turned into perilous traps, claiming thousands of lives over the past decade. A spate of bus accidents has sparked a na...Published: 31 Dec 2024 at 13:32hrs | 56 | by Staff reporter
Wicknell Chivayo plays Santa Claus in Victoria Falls
Zimbabwe's self-styled Santa Claus, Wicknell Chivayo, has made a splash in Victoria Falls, the country's tourism capital, with his generosity during the festive season. Chivayo, known for his controve...Published: 30 Dec 2024 at 19:18hrs | 7719 | by Staff reporter
Madzibaba Owen, Vapostori4ED commissar cheat death
At least two leaders from ZANU-PF's clergymen affiliate, Vapostori and MaZion for economic development (Vapostori4ED) are lucky to be alive after their ve...Published: 30 Dec 2024 at 10:00hrs | 1773 | by Gideon Madzikatidze
Mnangagwa says Zimbabweans must enjoy Christmas holidays responsibly
As Zimbabweans come together to celebrate Christmas and prepare for the New Year, President Emmerson Mnangagwa has extended heartfelt wishes to the nation, urging citizens to embrace the festive spiri...Published: 25 Dec 2024 at 08:16hrs | 110 | by Staff reporter
8 church members acquitted
Eight members of the Marondera-based Assemblies of God-Spiritual Movement (AoG-SM) have been acquitted of charges alleging they obstructed a probation officer from accessing their premises. The ruling...Published: 24 Dec 2024 at 12:33hrs | 124 | by Staff reporter
2024 General Mgandani Human Rights Award
2024 General Mgandani Human Rights Award Speech for Uloyiko: by Thembani Dube, 1893 Executive Director, delivered on 21.12.2024 by Deputy Executive Director, Greater SibandaSons and daughters ...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 23:42hrs | 650 | by Thembani Dube
Raj Modi brings Christmas cheer to the elderly
In a heart-warming display of generosity, Industry and Commerce Deputy Minister Raj Modi yesterday brightened the lives of 100 elderly residents from various suburbs in Bulawayo. Through his annual fe...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 05:47hrs | 197 | by Staff reporter
Mthuli Ncube spreads festive cheer in Bulawayo and Matobo
In a touching gesture of goodwill during the festive season, Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion Minister, Professor Mthuli Ncube, brought joy and relief to struggling families by ...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 05:46hrs | 2647 | by Staff reporter
Highlanders aye famous actor for Ambassadorial role
Highlanders FC is looking to reconnect with some of its former stars, with chief executive officer Brian Moyo confirming that former winger Andrew Shue is among those the club hopes to bring on board ...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 05:45hrs | 215 | by Staff reporter
Festive season rush hits Bulawayo's bus termini
Major bus termini in Bulawayo were teeming with activity yesterday as scores of travellers jostled to secure seats on long-distance buses to their rural homes ahead of the Christmas holiday.Th...Published: 23 Dec 2024 at 05:39hrs | 192 | 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
Prayer service for Unity Day in Bulawayo
Tomorrow, Monday, Bulawayo residents will gather at the Large City Hall for a special prayer service to commemorate Unity Day, followed by an exciting soccer match between legends from Harare and Bula...Published: 22 Dec 2024 at 10:40hrs | 100 | by Staff reporter
Family caught in mysterious haunting and family feud
A Chipinge family is facing a series of disturbing and unexplained events they believe are linked to the ghosts of two deceased traditional healers. According to the family, these healers' services we...Published: 21 Dec 2024 at 09:04hrs | 946 | by Staff reporter
Woman accuses uncle of sexual abuse and witchcraft
In a deeply disturbing case of alleged sexual abuse and witchcraft, Margaret Muchuro, a 34-year-old disabled woman from Chimanimani, accused her uncle, Chrispen Muchuro, of demanding sexual favours as...Published: 21 Dec 2024 at 09:01hrs | 488 | by Staff reporter
Willard Katsande Under-18 tournament face criticism over financial mismanagement
The organisers of the Willard Katsande Under-18 Tournament are facing severe backlash after failing to meet their financial obligations during the 2024 edition of the event, raising serious concerns a...Published: 21 Dec 2024 at 08:48hrs | 106 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe edgy over delayed return of Nehanda skull
Home Affairs Minister Kazembe Kazembe has emphasized the need to conclude discussions on the repatriation of skulls of Zimbabwean heroes taken to Britain during the colonial era. ...Published: 21 Dec 2024 at 08:18hrs | 130 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa reads the riot act
President Mnangagwa has issued a stern warning to senior Zanu-PF members accused of using social media to sow divisions, create discord, and confuse the party's membership. Addressing the 380th sessio...Published: 21 Dec 2024 at 08:13hrs | 116 | by Staff reporter
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
Bulawayo City Council's first black engineer laid to rest
Bulawayo City Council's first black electrical engineer, Jongilizwe Harold Sobantu, was laid to rest yesterday at Lady Stanley Cemetery, leaving behind a legacy of humility, faith, and remarkable cont...Published: 20 Dec 2024 at 11:08hrs | 754 | by Staff reporter
Gukurahundi genocide linked leader honoured in Bethlehem
President Emmerson Mnangagwa, who is linked to a genocide that took place in Zimbabwe between 1982 and 1985, has achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first African leader to be included in Af...Published: 20 Dec 2024 at 11:03hrs | 452 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo Mayor appeals to God amid worsening water crisis
Bulawayo Mayor David Coltart has made an impassioned plea to God for rain as the city grapples with an escalating water crisis that he says is beyond the control of the Bulawayo City Council (BCC). In...Published: 20 Dec 2024 at 10:13hrs | 777 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Mental exam for 'King Munhumutapa'
A man who claims to be King Munhumutapa has found himself in legal trouble for allegedly dethroning chiefs appointed by President Emmerson Mnangagwa. Timothy Chiminya, who appeared before Harare magis...Published: 19 Dec 2024 at 16:49hrs | 298 | 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 pas...Published: 18 Dec 2024 at 13:03hrs | 642 | by Phillip Chidavaenzi
Sex-crazed overseer dismissed from Zaoga
A senior overseer of the ZAOGA FIF church, Joel Chinhema, has been dismissed from his post in Bindura following serious allegations of adultery, embezzlement of church funds, and sexual misconduct. Ch...Published: 16 Dec 2024 at 11:13hrs | 2140 | by Staff reporter
Bishop rapes churchmate as wife watches
A local church leader, Bishop Jimmy Chateerera, 45, of Zvidozvavashe Apostolic Unity Church in Waterfalls, has been arrested following allegations of rape and sexual abuse. The incident, which occurre...Published: 16 Dec 2024 at 11:12hrs | 1796 | by Staff reporter
Helen Zille and her fellow travellers are victims of their propaganda
Helen Zille and her fellow travellers are victims of their propaganda. They undermine and underestimate the MKP at their own peril. With ANC on an irreversible decline, MKP has become a key player in ...Published: 15 Dec 2024 at 11:58hrs | 1303 | by Prof. Sipho Seepe
Mnangagwa in Bulawayo for church auditorium commissioning
President Emmerson Mnangagwa is scheduled to visit Bulawayo today for a two-day working programme, during which he will commission a state-of-the-art 10,500-seat church auditorium and preside over the...Published: 15 Dec 2024 at 09:12hrs | 585 | by Staff reporter
Phelekezela Mphoko: Farewell to a revolutionary
THE passing of former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko has left a profound void in the hearts of many Zimbabweans and those who knew him globally. As we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:28hrs | 112 | by Marshall Ndlela
John Landa Nkomo Trust mourns National Hero Mphoko
BULAWAYO - The John Landa Nkomo Memorial Trust would like to convey it's most sincere condolences to the family of the late former Vice President Phelekezela Mphoko, His Excellency Preside...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:13hrs | 290 | by John Landa Nkomo Trust
Female Religious Leaders play a Crucial Role Against GBV: Mutsvangwa
The Minister of Women Affairs, Community Small and Medium Enterprise has hailed the female religious leaders for raising awareness against Gender-Based Violence (GBV) at a training workshop held in Ha...Published: 11 Dec 2024 at 13:57hrs | 92 | by Edson Mapani/Simbarashe Sithole
Celebrating gifts beyond creed, color and tribe - Sir Wicknell's Remarkable Gift to Peter 'Nsukuzonke' Ndlovu
The significance of Sir Wicknell's gift to Peter "Nsukuzonke" Ndlovu extends far beyond the material value of the 2024 BMW X6M SPORT COMPETITION. This generous gesture celebrates the remarkable succes...Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 20:04hrs | 769 | by Maxwell Haitengeswinyika Teedzai
'Refrain from farming on Wednesdays and honour cultural customs'
Traditionalists have called on citizens to embrace cultural farming practices to mitigate the effects of the ongoing heatwave, which has severely impacted crops and livestock in parts of the country....Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 17:59hrs | 523 | by Staff reporter
Zimplats advances Zimbabwe's value-addition drive
Zimplats, one of Zimbabwe's leading platinum group metals producers, is making significant progress toward enhancing value addition and beneficiation in the mining sector through the construction of a...Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 06:58hrs | 2197 | by Staff reporter
Mphoko kept a low profile
The opposition Zapu party has paid tribute to the late former Vice-President Phelekezela Mphoko, who passed away last week at the age of 84, describing him as a humble individual who maintained a low ...Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 06:53hrs | 600 | by Staff reporter
Former Bosso players honour departed colleagues
Former Highlanders players gathered at Lady Stanley Cemetery in Bulawayo on Saturday to honor their departed teammates in a solemn yet celebratory commemoration. The gathering, which has become an ann...Published: 09 Dec 2024 at 06:48hrs | 215 | by Staff reporter
The tragedy of King Lobhengula and Chaminuka Pasipamire fallout
Two political dynasties in the present-day Harare province and surrounding areas aligned themselves with the Ndebele in the mid to late 1800s. These were the Rwizi and Hwata dynasties. The relationshi...Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 11:51hrs | 563 | by Mzala Tom
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