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Woman's arrest over Vuzu party sparks debate on corporal punishment
The arrest and conviction of Panashe Mpofu, a Bulawayo woman who disciplined teenagers, including her own child, for hosting a Vuzu party, has reignited discussions on the legality and ethics of corpo...Published: 5 hrs ago | 108 | by Staff reporter
Cops beat up ZACC officials
Two police officers from Sakubva Police Station in Mutare have been arrested for allegedly assaulting investigators from the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) during a bribery investigation....Published: 17 Dec 2024 at 10:14hrs | 1331 | by Staff reporter
Bulawayo achieves impressive pass rate in Grade 7 exams
Bulawayo Province has continued its strong performance in the 2024 Grade Seven examinations, with an impressive pass rate of 80.14%. This marks a notable improvement from last year's 79.60% pass rate....Published: 15 Dec 2024 at 09:19hrs | 2159 | by Staff reporter
Headmaster's sex tape with student goes viral
The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education is investigating Nisbert Zaba Makhuyana, the headmaster of a Chipinge school, following the circulation of a viral sex tape involving him and a learner ...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 13:05hrs | 2448 | by Staff reporter
Elderly couple reunites with granddaughter 4 years after abduction
Mavava Village in Tsholotsho was the scene of mixed emotions as an elderly couple, Bartholomew and Elizabeth Hadebe, reunited with their granddaughter, who had been abducted four years earlier at the ...Published: 14 Dec 2024 at 10:25hrs | 132 | by Staff reporter
Workers in Zimbabwe applaud govt over new retrenchment regulations
Workers in Zimbabwe have welcomed the government's recent overhaul of retrenchment regulations, hailing it as a progressive step towards better protection for employees amid the nation's economic chal...Published: 12 Dec 2024 at 06:51hrs | 15272 | by Staff reporter
Merry Chiwenga-Mubayiwa: A spot-on definition of Gender-Based Violence
The physical pain that Merry is going through is not possible to share. However emotional torture is possible and empathize genuinely with Merry Chiwenga. She is going through a physical and mental to...Published: 11 Dec 2024 at 13:45hrs | 386 | by Nomazulu Thata
Trip money 'disappears' at Banket Primary School
Parents and guardians of Banket Primary School are demanding accountability from school authorities after allegations surfaced that part of the funds raised for a school trip to Victoria Falls in Octo...Published: 10 Dec 2024 at 07:06hrs | 377 | by Staff reporter
School readmits pupils after mass expulsions
Mother Patrick Convent Primary School in Mainway Meadows, Harare, has started the process of re-enrolling students it previously expelled for allegedly disrupting lessons. The decision comes after wid...Published: 08 Dec 2024 at 09:59hrs | 287 | by Staff reporter
Learner suffers brain damage after assault by classmates
A Grade 6 pupil from St Peters Primary School in Mazwi Village, on the outskirts of Bulawayo, has reportedly suffered brain damage after being assaulted by six of her classmates. The shocking incident...Published: 07 Dec 2024 at 10:34hrs | 535 | by Staff reporter
Teacher rapes form 1 girl
A 47-YEAR -OLD Primary school teacher is in trouble after he allegedly raped a form 1 schoolgirl in his car.Barnel Bharinell was dragge...Published: 07 Dec 2024 at 10:00hrs | 516 | by Simbarashe Sithole
Zimbabwe's education sector saddled with billions in debt
The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education in Zimbabwe is grappling with significant financial challenges, with debts running into billions of Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency, revealing the deepenin...Published: 06 Dec 2024 at 06:39hrs | 282 | by Staff reporter
Funds dwindling for HIV/AIDS fight in Zimbabwe
The U.S. has provided over $1 billion in the past 5 years to Zimbabwe's fight against HIV/AIDS, but experts say reduced funding may hamper the African country's target of ending the epidemic by 2030....Published: 05 Dec 2024 at 13:34hrs | 206 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe lags behind South Africa in literacy rates?
Zimbabwe has secured the 4th spot in the ranking of African countries with the highest education levels in 2024, according to a report by Data Panda. The ranking is based on literacy rates and years o...Published: 05 Dec 2024 at 09:18hrs | 2673 | by Staff reporter
School threatens to expel 500 learners
The future of at least 500 learners at Mother Patrick Convent Primary School in Harare hangs in the balance after the school expelled 40 students for allegedly disrupting lessons. The expulsion letter...Published: 05 Dec 2024 at 06:52hrs | 561 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa's govt faces lawsuit over delayed salaries
Government workers, including teachers, have turned to lawyers in an attempt to understand why they have not received the local currency component of their November pay and bonus, almost two weeks aft...Published: 02 Dec 2024 at 07:23hrs | 1064 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa breaks ground for 720MW power plant in Hwange
President Emmerson Mnangagwa today led the groundbreaking ceremony for a new 720MW thermal power plant in Hwange District, marking a major milestone for Matabeleland North Province and Zimbabwe's ener...Published: 02 Dec 2024 at 07:19hrs | 1838 | by Staff reporter
Murder charges against trade unionists withdrawn
The State has formally withdrawn murder charges against two prominent leaders of the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ), Obert Masaraure and Robson Chere. The two had been facing all...Published: 30 Nov 2024 at 13:06hrs | 72 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe teachers demand payment of November salaries
The government is facing growing backlash from teachers across Zimbabwe after it failed to pay them their November salaries and 13th cheque (bonus) without providing any explanation.In a state...Published: 27 Nov 2024 at 07:03hrs | 701 | by Staff reporter
Gukurahundi also aimed at killing ideas in Matebeleland
This month marks 40 years since the tragic death of ZAPU stalwart Jini Ntutha, who was shot and killed by government forces near his Nyamandlovu home during the Gukurahundi era in 1984. Ntutha, who wa...Published: 27 Nov 2024 at 07:02hrs | 556 | by Staff reporter
Paris hosts Pan-African conference opposing neo-colonial policy
On November 23, 2024, Paris hosted a pan-African conference called "Brisons les chaînes! "focused on the fight against neocolonialism. Participants discussed the historical and contemporary forms of ...Published: 25 Nov 2024 at 10:29hrs | 148 | by Staff Reporter
'Send children to school,' ZANU-PF Councillor
Mhondoro-Mubayira's ward 27 councillor, Maxwell Zinyengere (ZANU-PF) challenged parents and authorities on making fees payment plans rather than abruptly dropping kids out of school.Speaking d...Published: 24 Nov 2024 at 17:18hrs | 642 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole in Mhondoro
Disaster as rains destroy over 25 schools in Masvingo
Heavy rains that swept across Masvingo province in recent weeks have caused widespread damage, with 25 schools in the region either having their classrooms or teachers' houses destroyed. The destructi...Published: 23 Nov 2024 at 14:02hrs | 919 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe teachers petition govt over 'farm-like' wages
The Progressive Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (PTUZ) has formally petitioned the government over the ongoing issue of erratic salary payments, particularly highlighting delays in the payment of the local...Published: 23 Nov 2024 at 13:31hrs | 1641 | by Staff reporter
Senzelweyinkosi Ngwenya: From rural perseverance to academic excellence
Every morning, long before the first light broke the horizon, a determined young girl from St Paul's Mission in Lupane District embarked on a grueling 12km journey to Amandlethu Secondary School. That...Published: 23 Nov 2024 at 12:51hrs | 168 | by Staff reporter
US Embassy wants Zimbabweans to take part in US-funded programme
The United States (US) Embassy has invited organisations and individuals across Zimbabwe to apply for the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE) programme, designed to foster entrepreneurship skills am...Published: 21 Nov 2024 at 06:33hrs | 548 | by Staff reporter
Smelly uplifts orphans
Gweru-based businesswoman and philanthropist, Smelly Dube, has refurbished an early childhood development (ECD) classroom block for orphaned children in the Midlands capital. The classroom block, esta...Published: 21 Nov 2024 at 06:32hrs | 179 | by Staff reporter
Sandra Ndebele donates books to boost education
Renowned artist and Bulawayo Ward 20 councillor, Sandra Ndebele-Sibindi, has embarked on a transformative mission to enhance educational opportunities for students in her community. Over the past...Published: 20 Nov 2024 at 14:35hrs | 355 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe chiefs to receive bonuses raising controversy
In a move that is likely to spark debate, Zimbabwe's traditional chiefs are set to receive bonuses just two months after they were gifted twin-cab vehicles worth millions of dollars. The decision come...Published: 20 Nov 2024 at 06:58hrs | 359 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe govt sinks in deep financial hole
The recent 43% devaluation of Zimbabwe's Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency has exacerbated the government's financial crisis, leaving it struggling to meet its obligations while civil servants and other pu...Published: 19 Nov 2024 at 13:38hrs | 7666 | by Staff reporter
Civil servants start receiving annual bonuses
The Government has commenced the disbursement of annual bonuses to civil servants, fulfilling its promise of a 13th cheque to its workforce. Payments began last Friday, with banks and major supermarke...Published: 18 Nov 2024 at 15:00hrs | 234 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean sister of UK child abuse victim blames the Church for brother's death
The sister of a 16-year-old boy who drowned while swimming naked at a Christian holiday camp in Zimbabwe run by child abuser John Smyth blames the Church of England for his death."The Church k...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 18:32hrs | 531 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe's second-largest city at risk of running dry by year-end
The taps in Zimbabwe's second-biggest city may run dry by the end of this year.Already, residents of Bulawayo have had to cope without piped water for at least five-and-a-half days a week and ...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 09:55hrs | 439 | by Staff reporter
Nust shifts graduation venue to ZITF
Chief Mahlathini of Tsholotsho in Matabeleland North has strongly condemned parents and guardians who neglect their responsibility to pay school fees for their children, despite having the financial m...Published: 14 Nov 2024 at 09:46hrs | 240 | by Staff reporter
ZIMPHAC holds youth seminar on Social Media influence
Zimbabwe Partner Help A Child last weekend held a seminar to educate the youth on leadership, drug abuse and correct use of social media....Published: 13 Nov 2024 at 06:09hrs | 213 | by Stephen Jakes
Pathisa Nyathi's final journey: Exploring African science and witchcraft
In a chilly July mid-morning last year, Pathisa Nyathi, a renowned African cultural historian and prolific author, walked into the Sunday News newsroom, carrying with him three new books. These works ...Published: 10 Nov 2024 at 10:49hrs | 98 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe needs a new leadership culture
Almost four months have passed since President Emmerson Mnangagwa announced his intention to respect the constitutional two-term limit, refusing a third term, despite ZANU-PF passing a resolution to e...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 15:00hrs | 901 | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi
Mnangagwa takes pupils through Zanu-PF slogans
President Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday promised to create more positions for young people within Zanu-PF structures as he officiated at the Africa Youth Day and Youth Empowerment Forum at the Magamba ...Published: 08 Nov 2024 at 07:02hrs | 141 | by Staff reporter
Pathisa Nyathi burial today
Prominent historian, writer, and cultural advocate Pathisa Nyathi, who passed away last Saturday at the age of 73, will be laid to rest today at Bulawayo's prestigious Lady Stanley Cemetery. The cemet...Published: 06 Nov 2024 at 07:01hrs | 443 | by Staff reporter
Cursed father rapes daughter for 3 years
A 41-YEAR-OLD Tsholotsho man has been dragged to court for allegedly repeatedly raping his 13-year-old daughter from the time she turned 10.The man, whose name has been withheld to protect the vic...Published: 06 Nov 2024 at 06:53hrs | 276 | by Staff reporter
Parly moves on teachers' welfare
In a move aimed at revitalizing Zimbabwe's education system, Parliament has emphasized the urgent need to improve teachers' welfare. This call was made during a workshop hosted by the Zimbabwe Teacher...Published: 05 Nov 2024 at 08:24hrs | 247 | by Staff reporter
White teachers at Pretoria High School don't greet black colleagues
A recent investigation commissioned by the Gauteng Education Department has uncovered discriminatory practices at Pretoria High School for Girls, where some white teachers reportedly fail to greet the...Published: 04 Nov 2024 at 11:36hrs | 2011 | by Staff reporter
Teacher 'rapes' pupil during extra lessons
A 65-year-old teacher from Njube was arraigned before the courts on Thursday, facing charges of rape.The man, who cannot be named for ethical reasons, appeared before Bulawayo Western Commonag...Published: 04 Nov 2024 at 06:43hrs | 631 | by Staff reporter
Botswana's ruling party loses power after six decades
Botswana's governing party has suffered a shock election defeat after nearly six decades in power, preliminary election results show.President Mokgweetsi Masisi's Botswana Democratic Party (BD...Published: 01 Nov 2024 at 06:51hrs | 1478 | by Staff reporter
Hailstorm leaves 25 homeless in Beitbridge
A severe hailstorm that struck the Luwade area in Beitbridge last Wednesday has left approximately 25 people, including 12 children, homeless. The violent storm caused significant destruction, particu...Published: 01 Nov 2024 at 06:36hrs | 611 | by Staff reporter
Heavy rains, strong winds cause damage in Midlands province
Heavy rains accompanied by fierce winds swept through Zimbabwe's Midlands province on Wednesday evening, leaving a trail of destruction but fortunately causing no injuries. Several structures in the r...Published: 31 Oct 2024 at 16:52hrs | 731 | by Staff reporter
Godongwana controversially allocates R321 million to Western Cape
In a surprising move, Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana has allocated an additional R321 million in basic education funding exclusively to the Western Cape, sparking concerns and calls for transparenc...Published: 31 Oct 2024 at 11:58hrs | 1651 | by Staff reporter
Teacher goes berserk, bites 23 learners
A Hwange-based teacher, Oscar Ndlovu, has sparked outrage and disbelief after allegedly biting 23 students at Neluswi Primary School in Jambezi. The 49-year-old Grade Seven teacher faces potential arr...Published: 31 Oct 2024 at 06:50hrs | 1872 | by Staff reporter
Coldplay's Chris Martin grew up in Zimbabwe
Coldplay fans are only just discovering where frontman Chris Martin spent a lot of time growing up – and they reckon it makes ‘so much sense'.Love them or hate them, Coldplay have establis...Published: 30 Oct 2024 at 07:59hrs | 1191 | by Staff reporter
Reasons why South Africans treat the 13 digit ID number like a qualification
South Africa's green ID book has been used as the country's main identity document for 44 years, during which time it has only received a handful of minor security upgrades. Blacks only started using ...Published: 29 Oct 2024 at 14:20hrs | 1623 | by Staff reporter
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