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Zimbabwean academic joins Sacomm executive

Zimbabwean-born scholar Dr Blessing Makwambeni has been elected to the executive committee of the South African Communication Association (Sacomm), where he will head the communication science portfolio.Makwambeni, who lectures in media st…

Published: 11 Sep 2025 at 16:12hrs | 216 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa, Zvigananda starve anti-sanctions foot-soldiers

HARARE - Despite dishing out fleet of vehicles and indiscriminate amounts of revolving funding worth millions (including US$ cash) to some undeserving characters, President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration and Zimbabwean tenderpreneurs …

Published: 10 Sep 2025 at 21:55hrs | 78 | by Gideon Madzikatidze/Simbarashe Sithole

Mwonzora finally weighed and measured

The recently held by-election in Epworth, Harare, was the final straw for MDC-T candidate Douglas Mwonzora, who raised a political query over why the electorate was undermining his political stamina.Douglas Mwonzora's MDC-T-backed candidat…

Published: 07 Aug 2025 at 16:20hrs | 1 | by Leonard Koni

90,000 Zimbabweans in SA apply for exemption permits

More than 90,000 Zimbabweans living in South Africa have applied for waivers to regularise their stay and avoid the threat of deportation, the Zimbabwe Community in South Africa has revealed. The disclosure followed a meeting between the c…

Published: 31 Jul 2025 at 08:21hrs | 336 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean refugee becomes Mayor in the UK

A MUM who came to Reading as a refugee has been made the first Black female Mayor.She came to Reading in the 1990s as a refugee from her native Zimbabwe.In her acceptance speech, Councillor Alice Mpofu-Coles mentioned the adversity she fac…

Published: 24 May 2025 at 08:51hrs | 457 | by Staff reporter

Boreholes are not the solution to Zimbabwe's water crisis - they may worsen it

There has been a growing disturbing trend.The Zimbabwean government has, in recent years, taken to vigorously drilling boreholes across the country as its signature approach to solving the country's deepening water crisis.Branded as the "P…

Published: 05 May 2025 at 23:30hrs | 998 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Zimbabwean Sensation Ananya Revisits Childhood Nostalgia on New Single 'Long Jump'

Johannesburg - Singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist Ananya has always walked a tightrope between worlds. Her latest single, Long Jump, is a deeply personal indie-pop track that captures that delicate balancing act: the ache of dista…

Published: 25 Apr 2025 at 14:15hrs | 586 | by Agencies

Zimbabwean prop signs for Northampton Saints

Northampton Saints have secured the signing of Zimbabwean prop Cleopas Kundiona from French Pro D2 side USON Nevers ahead of the 2025/26 season.The 26-year-old tighthead will join the Gallagher Premiership club this summer, bringing with h…

Published: 20 Mar 2025 at 09:53hrs | 349 | by Staff reporter

Unfair Attack on Zimbabwe's Government and Innovator

The attack on the government of the Republic of Zimbabwe by the author of a trending article, criticizing a novel car invention and a radio, is unconscionable and unfair. The article comment by Njabulo (email: libertyatliberty@gmail.com) p…

Published: 30 Jan 2025 at 22:39hrs | 931 | by Njabulo

Come 2031, what if Zimbabwe is still a failed state - proof vision 2030 was a mirage. What then Mnangagwa?

There are some things we can debate and argue over and even agree to disagree. There are others we should not even discuss because they are obvious and beyond dispute. The right of every Zimbabwean to a meaningful say in the governance of …

Published: 29 Jan 2025 at 19:43hrs | 541 | by Wilbert Mukori

The dangers of colonial nostalgia and Amnesia

The legacy of colonialism remains a stain on our society - something that cannot be whitewashed. It remains a source of trauma - a source of collective pain.  Four decades after independence, its ghost still haunts us. In Zimbabwean d…

Published: 15 Jan 2025 at 11:21hrs | 4 | by Innocent Mpoki

Botswana to document Zimbabwean nationals

Botswana will soon regularize the stay of undocumented Zimbabweans living within its borders, with President Duma Boko highlighting the skilled human resources from Zimbabwe as an asset that the country can leverage.Preliminary estimates s…

Published: 12 Dec 2024 at 06:44hrs | 1119 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean man admits to murder of woman in UK

A 32-year-old Zimbabwean man based in the United Kingdom, Tanaka Zivanai, has pleaded guilty to the murder of 28-year-old Zanele Sibanda in Gloucester earlier this year. Zivanai also admitted to possession of a bladed article in a public p…

Published: 05 Dec 2024 at 09:17hrs | 1055 | by Staff reporter

The cancel culture is misogynistic. Mokoena must be silenced by Zanu PF!

The political culture of South Africa is not interchangeable with that of Zimbabwean political landscape. These two countries are different even in the processes of gaining their political independence. Ms. Sophie Mokoena knows a political…

Published: 04 Nov 2024 at 22:51hrs | 892 | by Nomazulu Thata

Mr. Mnangagwa, before talking about colonial reparations, why not pay Gukurahundi reparations first?

In a recent address at State House, Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa renewed his call for former colonial powers to pay reparations to their ex-colonies, suggesting that such reparations could help fund Zimbabwe's efforts to compens…

Published: 31 Oct 2024 at 21:25hrs | 5 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

ZANU-PF's 'liberation' lie: The party never fought for democracy

In a recently circulating audio clip, a former senior Zimbabwean army commander made the shocking declaration that if there are any attempts to remove ZANU-PF from power, bloodshed will follow. He boasted that the ruling party came to powe…

Published: 23 Oct 2024 at 19:58hrs | 368 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

ZANU PF members should Embrace Our Constitution

Dear Members of ZANU PF, Today, I write to you not just as a fellow Zimbabwean but as someone who deeply believes in the promise of our great nation. The conference is upon us and we stand at a pivotal moment in our political journey, one …

Published: 23 Oct 2024 at 19:29hrs | 497 | by Engineer Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

ZIM condemns Mnangagwa's US$3 billion white farmers compensation plan

The Zimbabwe Independent Movement (ZIM) has condemned Mnangagwa's US$3 billion compensation package for white farmers, describing the act as reversal for the liberation struggle gains.In a statement, the party's national spokesperson and s…

Published: 13 Oct 2024 at 11:28hrs | 942 | by Staff Reporters

ZRP impounds 348 vehicles

Police in Mashonaland East have impounded 348 vehicles, primarily Honda Fit models, commonly used as illegal public transport known as mushikashika, after traffic offenses were committed. Assistant Commissioner Ezekiel Munengerwa highlight…

Published: 05 Sep 2024 at 07:09hrs | 515 | by Staff reporter

WATCH: Zimbabwean cattle rancher shatters auction records in South Africa

In a landmark event for the cattle ranching industry, Collins Tafireyi, a Zimbabwean cattle rancher, shattered auction records today by purchasing a prized Boran Stud bull for an unprecedented R8 million (US$444,000). The record-breaking p…

Published: 03 Aug 2024 at 22:51hrs | 2561 | by Staff Reporter

Zimbabweans don't need to be paid by the US to reject oppression, Mr. Mnangagwa!

It never ceases to amaze!Can there be anything more demeaning than an entire nation being regarded as dimwits by its own leaders?What can be more insulting than your own government accusing you of being paid by foreign forces whenever you …

Published: 31 Jul 2024 at 17:17hrs | 894 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Zimbabwean nurse aid robs Ireland pensioners

"LOCK them up for a long time because they are evil," were the words of one of six vulnerable pensioners preyed on by their former carer for Euro 34 000 in violent burglaries in Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland last year.Precious Moyo (38),…

Published: 20 Jul 2024 at 12:13hrs | 1011 | by Staff reporter

'Be proud of being Zimbabwean'

President Mnangagwa, speaking at the 10th CEO Africa Roundtable conference in Victoria Falls, urged Zimbabweans to be proud of their country's progress despite 24 years of illegal sanctions. He highlighted that these sanctions, intended to…

Published: 14 Jun 2024 at 07:08hrs | 15 | by Staff reporter

African countries assisted South African independence; payback is Xenophobic actions: blacks on blacks' violence

I quote from Byo24: Former ANC MP and Abantu Batho Congress Councilor in eThekwini, Makhosi Khoza, says South African natives have been shortchanged. Close quote. This is a statement that could cause loss of Zimbabwean lives in South Afric…

Published: 14 Apr 2024 at 18:55hrs | 6 | by Nomazulu Thata

South African jailed 30 years for kidnapping Zimbabwean in Uganda

A South African national, Joachim Ugochukwu Onyeako has been sentenced to 30 years in jail for kidnapping a Zimbabwean national with the intention to procure a ransom.Onyeako was sentenced by a panel of three Court of Appeal justices; depu…

Published: 06 Apr 2024 at 08:12hrs | 10 | by Staff reporter

The rise of General Chiwenga: My reply to this article

My article today is to reply an article written by Samkeliso Ncube on Bulawayo 24: it was written in large; The rise of General Chiwenga, Zimbabwe's vanguard to a prosperous future. This article is not only insulting the brains of Zimbabwe…

Published: 25 Mar 2024 at 20:30hrs | 23 | by Nomazulu Thata

When the Rains Forget Their Path: Climate Change Through Zimbabwean Eyes

In the land where the baobab trees stretch their ancient limbs towards the heavens and the mighty Zambezi carves its way through the savannah, a silent upheaval is underway. Zimbabwe, a country rich in natural beauty and cultural heritage,…

Published: 19 Mar 2024 at 20:34hrs | 26 | by Kumbirai Thierry Nhamo

Zimbabwean man got top job using fake SA permit

Home Affairs Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi has called on the Special Investigating Unit (SIU) to probe irregularities at the department.This comes after an illegal foreign national from Zimbabwe, Kudakwashe Mpofu, managed to infiltrate the …

Published: 19 Mar 2024 at 13:00hrs | 21 | by Staff reporter

South Africa launches bid to recapture Zimbabwean prison escapee

Prison authorities in South Africa have launched a manhunt for Clatta Gumbo, a Zimbabwean inmate who on Monday staged a dramatic escape from custody after overpowering his guard when he was briefly booked out of the correctional facility t…

Published: 14 Feb 2024 at 04:52hrs | 6 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe leaders are from Mars!

I WAS touched by an impassioned plea by a fellow Zimbabwean.He appeared on local television, imploring the government to remove VAT (value added tax) on rice. His logic was that rice was a staple foodstuff for most ordinary citizens such t…

Published: 13 Feb 2024 at 19:19hrs | 9 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Chamisa's Blue Movement another empty promise in the Zimbabwean sea of political chaos

When Nelson Chamisa announced his resignation from the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) last month, citing infiltration by Zanu PF and other reasons, many of his supporters were left in shock and confusion. What would become of their be…

Published: 13 Feb 2024 at 19:10hrs | 13 | by Kumbirai Thierry Nhamo

Zimbabwean man jailed 8 years in SA

A 36-year-old Zimbabwean man has been jailed for an effective eight years by a Mokopane Regional Court in South Africa after he was found driving a stolen car that was heading to the Limpopo River.Cosmos Ndou was arrested by Limpopo police…

Published: 16 Jan 2024 at 04:38hrs | 12 | by Staff reporter

Hands off King Lobengula, he was not a Zimbabwean!

Unformed, ignorant and reckless Zimbabwe satirists, journalists, whatever they call themselves, should be advised that His Majesty, King Lobengula of Matabeleland was not a Zimbabwean. Ingqungqulu Emadolwabomvu, was the King of Matabelelan…

Published: 24 Dec 2023 at 09:46hrs | 28 | by Israel Dube

Zimbabwean voted Africa hockey vice-president

HOCKEY Association of Zimbabwe secretary general Sarah Bennett's profile outside the country continues to grow after she was elected Africa Hockey Federation vicepresident at the continental body's 24th ordinary congress concluded in Blant…

Published: 03 Dec 2023 at 17:25hrs | 28 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwean woman lands top WHO post

A Zimbabwean woman, Ms Chipo Mpemba, has been appointed co-chair of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Commission on Social Connection.The Commission will have its secretariat housed at the United Nations headquarters in Geneva, Switzerla…

Published: 16 Nov 2023 at 05:02hrs | 19 | by Staff reporter

Zim bouncer strikes gold in SA

Zimbabwean bouncer Ali Mohommed is doing well in the neighbouring South Africa where he is rendering security to celebrities through his company Undisputed VIP Protection.Mahommed was born and bred in Mashonaland Central province, Mvurwi t…

Published: 03 Nov 2023 at 07:32hrs | 199 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Musarara shines in Scotland

Zimbabwean fast bowler Tinotenda Tafadzwa Musarara Jr is shining in Scotland, where he plays for Forfarshire Cricket Club.Musarara who is son to the politician and businessman Dr Tafadzwa Musarara is a gifted fast bowler and middle-order b…

Published: 23 Oct 2023 at 14:52hrs | 899 | by Simbarashe Sithole

UK-born Zimbabwean forward signs for Queens Park Rangers

Nathan Jeche, the Zimbabwean teenage forward, has achieved a significant milestone in his budding career by securing a contract with Queens Park Rangers (QPR)'s development team, coming from the English lower-tier side Maidstone United.The…

Published: 21 Sep 2023 at 13:02hrs | 1580 | by Staff reporter

The politicians aren't here to save us!

IN politics, hope often blooms within our hearts, fueling a belief that change is on the horizon. We yearn for leaders who will champion our causes, fight for our rights, and navigate the path towards a better future. Yet, it is with great…

Published: 19 Sep 2023 at 23:35hrs | 16 | by Kumbirai Thierry Nhamo

The Tyranny Continues

I find myself once again standing on the aftermath of another election. It is a time after we were supposed to freely exercise our democratic right to choose our leaders, a fleeting moment when our voices were meant to matter. However, in …

Published: 14 Sep 2023 at 14:23hrs | 537 | by Kumbirai Thierry Nhamo

5 more years is way too much

My heart is heavy with sadness and a deep sense of contemplation as I reflect upon the recent presidential election. Emmerson Mnangagwa, claimed victory in a highly disputed election. The news of another five years under Mnangagwa's leader…

Published: 30 Aug 2023 at 23:42hrs | 14 | by Kumbirai Thierry Nhamo

'We consider free elections as a tool for peace and stability' said SADC chief election observer. Yeah! Since when?

"So our determination is to support every effort that is going to give us a free and fair election," SADC chief election observer and former Zambian deputy president Never Sekwila Mumba said on arrival."We consider a free and fair election…

Published: 19 Aug 2023 at 17:03hrs | 18 | by Wilbert Mukori

Hypocrites!!

Zimbabwe's political scenery has always been marred by accusations, manipulations, and power struggles among its various political parties. One such party, the ruling ZANU PF, has frequently resorted to shame and judgment when its oppositi…

Published: 25 Jul 2023 at 09:38hrs | 12 | by Kumbirai Thierry Nhamo

Suicide now associated with cyber-bullying

Worldwide cyberbullying has been associated with suicide among school children in several recent cases, a phenomenon that has been newly termed cyberbullicide. With access to modern technology and the internet, Zimbabweans now have access …

Published: 22 Jul 2023 at 13:23hrs | 28 | by Jacob Kudzayi Mutisi

Opportunity for Zimbabwean Film Industry Professionals

Submissions have opened for the third Creative Producers Indaba (CPI), a film producers' development programme presented by the Realness Institute, in collaboration with EAVE, International Film Festival Rotterdam's IFFR Pro, and the Marra…

Published: 02 Jun 2023 at 10:25hrs | 200 | by Agencies

Christianity is ruining traditional Zimbabwean beliefs

As a proud Zimbabwean, I often find myself pondering the impact of Christianity on our country's rich cultural heritage. While it's undoubtedly had a significant influence, I believe it's time to have an honest conversation about whether C…

Published: 21 May 2023 at 09:31hrs | 14 | by Kumbirai Thierry Nhamo

Nigerian songbird says open to Zimbabwean collabos

LOCAL gospel artistes have the opportunity to work with visiting Nigerian gospel singer Ada Ehi, who has said she is open to collaborations during her stay in the country.Born Ada Ogochukwu Ehi, the award-winning singer touched down at Rob…

Published: 05 May 2023 at 06:20hrs | 16 | by Staff reporter

Confusion around Al Jazeera corruption documentary proves need for investigative journalism in Zimbabwe

It has been hinted that the much-anticipated Al Jazeera investigative documentary on high-level corruption, money laundering and gold smuggling in Zimbabwe will finally be aired this Thursday 23rd March).This was after the initial much-hyp…

Published: 21 Mar 2023 at 17:50hrs | 15 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana

Methembe impressed with juniors

United States-based Zimbabwean football coach, Methembe Ndlovu is impressed by the level of talent in the country but has called for authorities to adhere to modern trends if the country is to explore more talent.Hundreds of youths turned …

Published: 05 Jan 2023 at 13:50hrs | 225 | by Staff Reporter

Zimbabwean shot dead in Lincoln

A day after Zimbabwean national Kupo Mleya (38) was shot and killed, police arrested a 23-year-old on Christmas Eve who they allege is responsible.Kupo was son to the late Brigadier General Fakazi Mleya who died in 2007 and declared a nati…

Published: 25 Dec 2022 at 14:18hrs | 8 | by Staff reporter

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