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Chamisa faces backlash

Former opposition leader Nelson Chamisa is facing mounting criticism after remarks attributed to him appeared to dismiss efforts by opposition activists and civ

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Zimbabwe's medal hopeful in the 200m and key member of the national 4x100m relay team, Makanakaishe Charamba, has withdrawn from the African Senior Championships due to injury.National athletics coac…

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Air Zimbabwe to resume London flights by June

Air Zimbabwe is expected to resume flights to London by June 2026, ending a 14-year absence from the route, according to Mutapa Investment Fund chief executive John Mangudya.Mangudya said the nationa…

Published: 14 hrs ago | 408 Views

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Advocate Thabani Mpofu hails Gwaunza, Garwe appointments

Prominent Zimbabwean lawyer Advocate Thabani Mpofu has welcomed President Emmerson Mnangagwa's appointment of Justice Elizabeth Gwaunza as Chief Justice and Justice Paddington Garwe as her deputy, fo…

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CPJ welcomes release of Madzikatidze, urges withdrawal of charges

The Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ) has welcomed the release of Zimbabwean journalist Gideon Madzikatidze after he spent three months in detention over charges linked to his reporting on alleg…

Published: 15 hrs ago | 317 Views

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Farmers push for early cotton marketing season

FARMERS have called for an early start to the 2025 cotton marketing season to prevent side-marketing and protect growers facing urgent household financial pressures.Cotton harvesting is currently at …

Published: 16 hrs ago | 133 Views

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Zimbabwe war vets angry over return of seized farms to former colonisers

A GOVERNMENT decision to return 67 formerly foreign-owned farms seized during Zimbabwe's land reform programme has triggered outrage among war veterans and former ZAPU members, who say properties con…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 254 Views

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Dangerous mix of gold and drugs

THE first thing that confronts visitors entering Penhalonga is the thick haze of red dust hanging over endless rows of blue plastic shacks and makeshift wooden cabins.Dust settles on walls, clothes, …

Published: 16 hrs ago | 231 Views

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44 drug hotspots wiped out

AUTHORITIES in Manicaland have dismantled 44 notorious drug bases and arrested eight suspected suppliers since the beginning of the year as Government intensifies efforts to combat drug and substance…

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ZRP delays DNA results in 4 year-old burial dispute case

THE Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has once again delayed releasing DNA results in a long-running case involving the remains of a villager allegedly abducted and killed in Mushandike Resettlement Are…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 149 Views

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Man arrested after fatal robbery attack on employer

A 24-year-old Bulawayo man has been arrested in connection with the killing of his employer during a violent night-time robbery at the businessman's home, the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 195 Views

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Man beats niece to death for failing to write her name

A HIGH Court judge, Justice Munamato Mutevedzi, has sentenced a Zvishavane man to nine years in prison for the fatal assault of his six-year-old niece after she failed to write her name.Takudzwa Well…

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Zimbabwe to recruit 2,000 teachers

THE Treasury has released funds to recruit only 2,000 teachers, a figure far below the estimated 20,000 to 30,000 vacancies currently affecting Zimbabwe's public education system, Parliament has hear…

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Mnangagwa slips out on secret Belarus trip

PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa reportedly left Zimbabwe late on Wednesday night for a trip to Belarus, in a departure that took place without the usual state airport ceremony, according to reports.The …

Published: 16 hrs ago | 277 Views

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Zimbabwe lost over 65,000 jobs in 3 months

ZIMBABWEAN companies retrenched more than 65,000 workers in just three months last year, exposing deepening pressures in the labour market despite official claims that the economy was on a stable and…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 178 Views

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Zimbabwe pushes schools to drop colonial-era names

GOVERNMENT schools with colonial-era names are moving to adopt new identities as part of efforts to align with Zimbabwe's heritage-based education framework and remove symbols linked to the country's…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 531 Views

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South Africa praises Beitbridge border modernisation

South Africa has commended Zimbabwe's efforts to modernise the Beitbridge Border Post, describing the planned expansion of the crossing infrastructure as vital for improving regional trade and reduci…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 400 Views

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Kenyan lawyers challenge Brian Kagoro deportation

The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has joined regional legal organisations in challenging the alleged unlawful detention and deportation of Zimbabwean advocate Brian Kagoro at Jomo Kenyatta International…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 422 Views

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Over 3,000km of Harare roads need urgent repairs

MORE than 3,000 kilometres of road networks in Harare require urgent rehabilitation, highlighting the worsening state of infrastructure in the capital, Parliament has heard.Deputy Transport and Infra…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 171 Views

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Govt tells South Africa to arrest Zimbabweans breaking the law

While other African countries are sending assistance to their nationals in South Africa and engaging the authorities there amid a wave of xenophobia, the Zimbabwean government says it will not tell i…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 362 Views

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Zimbabwe targets 5% annual manufacturing growth by 2030

THE Zimbabwe National Industrial Development Policy (ZNIDP) II is targeting annual manufacturing sector growth of at least five percent and an increase in the industry's contribution to gross domesti…

Published: 22 hrs ago | 182 Views

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Dynamos held again

Herental 2 - 2 DynamosGHANAIAN forward Frank Agyemang scored the fastest goal of the Castle Lager Premiership season after just 17 seconds, but Dynamos were once again left frustrated after surrender…

Published: 22 hrs ago | 336 Views

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Zimbabwe signals gradual interest rate cuts

THE Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) is expected to begin gradually reducing interest rates in the coming months as Government seeks to stimulate economic growth while maintaining price stability and …

Published: 22 hrs ago | 201 Views

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Police bust brothel run by 15 teenage women

POLICE in Plumtree have shut down an illegal brothel allegedly being operated by teenagers, including under-age girls, in Mathendele Township following complaints from residents and concerned spouses…

Published: 22 hrs ago | 682 Views

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Zimbabwe govt funds winning innovations

THE Government has started disbursing funding to support the commercialisation of research projects and innovations that emerged victorious at the 2025 Presidential Innovation Fair, a senior official…

Published: 22 hrs ago | 199 Views

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Delta revenue breaks US$1 billion mark

Delta Corporation Limited has posted record-breaking financial results for the year ended March 2026, with revenue surpassing the US$1 billion mark for the first time in the company's history.In a st…

Published: 22 hrs ago | 313 Views

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Police hunt woman over US$155k vehicle import scam

THE Zimbabwe Republic Police has launched a nationwide manhunt for Hazel Silibaziso Mafu in connection with an alleged vehicle importation fraud involving more than US$155,000.Mafu is being sought ov…

Published: 22 hrs ago | 449 Views

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Catholic Bishops reject Constitution Amendment Bill

THE Zimbabwe Catholic Bishops' Conference (ZCBC) has submitted a sweeping rejection of the Constitution Amendment (No. 3) Bill, 2026, warning that the proposed changes threaten democratic safeguards,…

Published: 22 hrs ago | 235 Views

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Esigodini man (55) sentenced for raping niece (14)

The Gwanda Regional Magistrates’ Court has convicted and sentenced a 55‑year‑old Esigodini man to an effective 15 years’ imprisonment for raping his 14‑year‑old niece.The offence occurred in June 202…

Published: 15 May 2026 at 04:35hrs | 461 Views

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Anymore Zvitsva pleads guilty to rape, attempted murder and robbery spree

Anymore Zvitsva (35), a former fugitive accused of terrorising Guruve between October and December 2025, has pleaded guilty to 10 counts, including rape, attempted murder and robbery.He returns to co…

Published: 15 May 2026 at 04:32hrs | 541 Views

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Minister of Education announces US$200 000 grassroots sports partnership

Zimbabwe’s grassroots sports development system is set for revival following the signing of a US$200 000 partnership between the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education and Betterbrands, aimed at…

Published: 15 May 2026 at 04:27hrs | 255 Views

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MRP shifts strategic conference to August, calls for mass mobilisation

The Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP), led by Mfulongatshi Mpofu, has postponed its Strategic Conference to 29–30 August 2026, giving party structures across Matabeleland additional time to mobilise for…

Published: 15 May 2026 at 04:25hrs | 284 Views

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Retired army general questions Mnangagwa's reported ‘Nicodemus' departure

Retired Lieutenant General Winston Sigauke has raised concerns over reports that President Emmerson Mnangagwa allegedly left the country secretly for visits to Russia and Belarus without the customar…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 22:18hrs | 2787 Views

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Four killed in horror Mvuma road crash

Four people were killed and four others injured in a head‑on collision involving a passenger bus and a truck along the Harare–Masvingo Road early Wednesday morning.According to the Zimbabwe Republic …

Published: 14 May 2026 at 22:13hrs | 770 Views

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Museveni, El‑Sisi hold talks on trade, energy and regional stability

Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni says his meeting with Egyptian counterpart Abdel Fattah el‑Sisi focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in key economic sectors and promoting regional peace a…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 22:09hrs | 286 Views

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Demolitions begin at Gilstone Farm following government ultimatum

Bulldozers moved into Gilstone Farm in Ward 10, Seke, on Thursday as authorities began demolishing structures allegedly linked to illegal land barons.The operation follows a seven‑day ultimatum issue…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 22:06hrs | 757 Views

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MRP in renewed push for Mthwakazi self-determination

The Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP) has called on Zimbabwe, the Southern African Development Community (Sadc), the African Union, and the international community to recognise the Mthwakazi self-determ…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 19:23hrs | 485 Views

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Heavy rains trigger groundwater fears in Filabusi

Residents of Bekezela Township in Filabusi say unusually heavy rains have exposed underground water tables, leaving some homes sitting on saturated ground and raising fears of structural damage.The d…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 19:22hrs | 822 Views

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Zifa suspends 3 match officials over conduct breaches

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has suspended three match officials from officiating Premier Soccer League matches over alleged breaches of the referees' code of conduct linked to the applic…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 19:21hrs | 349 Views

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Mhona defends spare wheel requirement for motorists

Felix Mhona has defended the requirement for motorists to carry spare wheels, saying the rule remains essential for road safety despite advances in modern vehicle technology.The issue was raised in P…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 19:21hrs | 657 Views

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Govt says schools can recover unpaid fees through courts

The Government says public schools are legally permitted to recover unpaid fees from defaulting parents - including through the attachment of property - but stressed that such measures must only be u…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 19:20hrs | 266 Views

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Zimbabwe bank withdrawal fees cut to 2%

Zimbabwe has capped bank cash withdrawal charges at 2% for both U.S. dollar and Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) transactions under a new set of financial sector reforms aimed at reducing banking costs and expand…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 19:20hrs | 490 Views

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Nyaradzo acquires Glen Forest cemetery

Zimbabwe's largest funeral assurance provider, the Nyaradzo Group, has acquired the Glen Forest cemetery, which will now be renamed the Sahwira Glen Forest Memorial Park.The cemetery, Glen Forest Cem…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 19:19hrs | 672 Views

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Police arrest suspected armed robber

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has confirmed the arrest of Joseph Phiri (28) in connection with a series of armed robbery cases that occurred in Mahatshula suburb, Bulawayo, between December 15, 2025 a…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 17:42hrs | 581 Views

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Gwaunza appointed Zimbabwe's first female Chief Justice

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed Elizabeth Gwaunza as Zimbabwe's next Chief Justice, making history as the first woman to hold the country's highest judicial office.Justice Gwaunza replaces…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 15:16hrs | 515 Views

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CJ Malaba bows out after landmark judicial career

Zimbabwe's Chief Justice Luke Malaba is presiding over a special sitting of the Constitutional Court as he marks the conclusion of a judicial career spanning more than four decades.The ceremony, atte…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 12:17hrs | 892 Views

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Mabiza rejects calls for referendum on CAB3

Virginia Mabiza has dismissed growing calls for a referendum on the proposed Constitution Amendment Bill No. 3 of 2026, insisting there is no legal basis for such demands under Zimbabwe's Constitutio…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:24hrs | 908 Views

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Minister denies ID backlog amid growing public outcry

The Government of Zimbabwe has denied the existence of backlogs in the processing of passports, birth certificates and national identity cards, despite mounting complaints from citizens struggling to…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:24hrs | 375 Views

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Zimra warns Bulawayo businesses over smuggling

THE Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) has warned Bulawayo businesses to fully comply with customs and excise regulations or risk severe penalties, seizure of goods and possible prosecution as author…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:22hrs | 515 Views

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Potraz plots crackdown on firms

THE Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (POTRAZ) is preparing to intensify enforcement against organisations failing to comply with the country's Cyber and Data Protection …

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:20hrs | 583 Views

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Retrenchment bill dents banks' earnings

ZIMBABWE'S banking sector spent more than US$50 million on retrenchment and restructuring costs in 2025, as major financial institutions accelerated staff rationalisation programmes aimed at cutting …

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:19hrs | 0 Views

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Chivayo seeks workaround to Zimpapers gift ban

BUSINESSMAN Wicknell Chivayo has moved to circumvent a Zimpapers policy blocking extravagant gifts to employees after unveiling a controversial arrangement in which a car dealer would sell two Capita…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:15hrs | 442 Views

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Chiyangwa urges entrepreneurs to master politics

Businessman Philip Chiyangwa has urged aspiring entrepreneurs to ground their business strategies in a clear understanding of politics, culture and prevailing social norms, arguing that success in Zi…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:13hrs | 0 Views

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Zaoga leadership meets Mnangagwa

The leadership of ZAOGA Forward in Faith Ministries has paid a courtesy call on President Emmerson Mnangagwa at the Munhumutapa Offices in Harare, formally introducing its newly appointed Archbishop,…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:11hrs | 351 Views

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MP exposes roadside farming as Zimbabwe's land crisis bites

Mberengwa North MP Tinashe Shumba has raised concern in Parliament over the increasing number of farmers cultivating beans along roadsides, warning that the practice reflects growing land scarcity de…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:10hrs | 215 Views

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Lake Kariba's shoreline overrun by illegal slums

Illegal plastic shelters have spread along the shores of Lake Kariba, raising alarm over worsening sanitation conditions, disease risks and rising criminal activity in the area.The informal structure…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:10hrs | 0 Views

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BCC taps into Estates Account to rescue service delivery

The Bulawayo City Council has approved an internal advance of US$930 000 from its Estates Account to purchase heavy-duty machinery, as the city grapples with ageing equipment, rising outsourcing cost…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:09hrs | 0 Views

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Bogus war veterans in Zanu-PF, govt face exposure

Government's long-running re-vetting exercise for liberation war veterans is nearing completion, with authorities preparing to gazette approved names as part of a process expected to expose individua…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:08hrs | 307 Views

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Ex-aide exposes MDC-T in pay dispute

A former chief aide to the leadership of MDC-T has accused the party of deliberately emptying its bank account to avoid complying with a Labour Court order to pay outstanding salary arrears.Kudzanayi…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:07hrs | 0 Views

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Man loses US$3 200 in Europe placement scam

A 28-year-old Masvingo man, Takunda Zizhou, has been defrauded of US$3 200 by a woman who falsely claimed to operate a student and job placement consultancy based in Europe.Zizhou, of Zimre Park in M…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:06hrs | 0 Views

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Parliament postpones debate on Nkayi ZEC report

Debate on a Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) report concerning Ward 16 of Nkayi Rural District Council was postponed in the National Assembly after legislators complained that they had not been pr…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:05hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwean wins R100K for unlawful SA detention

The High Court of South Africa has awarded a Zimbabwean national R100 000 (about US$6 000) in damages after ruling that he was unlawfully detained for 21 days, despite his arrest initially being just…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:04hrs | 255 Views

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ZEP holders in SA describe legal limbo, arrests

Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders in South Africa say they are increasingly living in fear and uncertainty, citing unlawful arrests, lack of recognition of valid permits, and growing confusion …

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:04hrs | 334 Views

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'Only God can reward nurses,' says Zimbabwean minister

Zimbabwe's Deputy Minister of Health and Child Care, Sleiman Kwidini, has stirred strong reactions after telling nurses that no government or employer can fully compensate their work, insisting that …

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:02hrs | 0 Views

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CAB 3 billboard torched

A billboard in Chinhoyi supporting Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill (CAB 3) was burnt and vandalised just days after it was erected, in an incident that has heightened tensions around the controve…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 11:00hrs | 0 Views

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Experts warn FIFA over extreme heat risks ahead of 2026 World Cup

A coalition of leading medical, climate and sports science experts has issued a stark warning to FIFA, urging the global football body to urgently strengthen its heat‑stress protocols ahead of the 20…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 07:13hrs | 480 Views

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Zimfest to move to Northamptonshire as festival begins a new chapterg with Jah Prayzah announced as headline act

Zimfest has changed venues for 2026 and will be moving to a new location in Northamptonshire, marking the beginning of a new chapter for the UK’s largest celebration of Zimbabwean culture, music and …

Published: 14 May 2026 at 05:03hrs | 396 Views

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ZDAMWU calls for worker‑centred green transition in mining sector

The Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Minerals Workers Union (ZDAMWU) has called for a worker‑centred transition to a green economy, warning that the shift in the mining sector must not come at the expense…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 04:43hrs | 0 Views

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Patriotic Vendors4ED congratulates Rtd General Valerio Sibanda on Zanu PF appointment

The Patriotic Vendors4ED National Executive Committee has congratulated Rtd General Philip Valerio Sibanda on his appointment to the Supreme and highest decision‑making body of Zimbabwe’s ruling part…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 04:41hrs | 0 Views

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Mthwakazi Republic Party mourns youth activist Welcome Ncube ‘Wesco’

The Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP) has announced the death of youth activist Welcome Ncube, popularly known as “Wesco”, who passed away on 13 May 2026 in Bulawayo after a brief illness.In a condolenc…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 04:34hrs | 365 Views

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Sex worker raped in maize field

A Bindura sex worker was rescued by police after she was raped in a maize field.Police officers on patrol heard her screams and rushed to the scene, where they found the suspect half‑dressed and appr…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 04:30hrs | 0 Views

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Rapist jailed 15 years

A Shamva man who threatened to kill his victim with a knife before raping her has been jailed 15 years.Isaah Ruwaze was sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment by Bindura regional magistrate Elisha Singa…

Published: 14 May 2026 at 04:28hrs | 0 Views

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Bulawayo police arrest 2 juveniles over vehicle thefts

Bulawayo police have arrested two juveniles aged 14 and 15 in connection with separate vehicle theft cases involving stolen cars taken from parking areas in Entumbane and Emakhandeni suburbs.Police s…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 17:51hrs | 452 Views

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HEXCO records 75% pass rate

The Higher Education Examinations Council (HEXCO) has recorded a 75 percent pass rate in the March 2026 examination session, reflecting continued improvement in Zimbabwe's technical and vocational ed…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 17:54hrs | 623 Views

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US$40m Cheetos plant boosts Zimbabwe's manufacturing sector

A US$40 million Cheetos manufacturing plant, together with a juice and dairy blending facility, has officially opened in Zimbabwe, in what authorities describe as a major boost to the country's indus…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 17:53hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe govt cuts health sector fees by up to 50%

The Government of Zimbabwe has approved wide-ranging fee reductions across the country's health sector in a move aimed at lowering compliance costs and improving access to healthcare services.The mea…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 17:53hrs | 0 Views

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4 arrested in Bulawayo drug bust

Bulawayo police have arrested four people after allegedly recovering 1,5 kilogrammes of dagga and bottles of Broncleer cough syrup during an anti-drug operation in the city.The suspects - Howard Chiw…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 17:52hrs | 0 Views

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South Africa spends over R60 million annually on deportations

The Department of Home Affairs says it spends more than R60 million annually deporting undocumented foreign nationals through neighbouring countries, with most removals taking place via the Beitbridg…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 15:55hrs | 0 Views

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SA Parliament agrees on Ramaphosa impeachment committee

South Africa's National Assembly of South Africa has agreed on the composition of the Section 89 committee that will determine whether there is prima facie evidence to institute impeachment proceedin…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 15:43hrs | 1749 Views

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Fidelity moves to formalise small-scale gold miners

Fidelity Gold Refinery is intensifying efforts to formalise Zimbabwe's artisanal and small-scale mining sector as part of broader measures aimed at curbing gold leakages and improving transparency wi…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 15:39hrs | 0 Views

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High Court blocks exhumation of Johanne Masowe's remains

The High Court of Zimbabwe has stopped the planned exhumation of revered apostolic sect founder Johanne Masowe, ruling that the process used to authorise the removal of his remains from a shrine in R…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 15:37hrs | 331 Views

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Gwayi-Shangani pump station works near completion

Construction of key infrastructure linked to the Gwayi-Shangani Dam project is gathering pace, with works at Booster Pump Station Three in Tsholotsho District expected to be completed before the end …

Published: 13 May 2026 at 15:33hrs | 349 Views

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Bulawayo proposes ban on firewood at braai spots

The City of Bulawayo has proposed a new braai policy that would ban the use of firewood at commercial braai spots while introducing stricter licensing, health and fire safety regulations for operator…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 15:32hrs | 0 Views

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Army blocks Hatfield golf course housing plan

The Zimbabwe Defence Forces has clarified that Falcon Golf Course in Hatfield, Harare, has already been gazetted as a military cantonment area, effectively overriding recent proposals to convert the …

Published: 13 May 2026 at 15:32hrs | 0 Views

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Mzembi acquitted in TV donation case

Former Tourism Minister Walter Mzembi has been acquitted on charges of criminal abuse of office after the High Court ruled that the State failed to prove its case beyond reasonable doubt.Mzembi had b…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 09:55hrs | 0 Views

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Five murder cases rock Bulawayo

Police in Bulawayo are investigating five separate murder cases recorded over the past five days in and around the city, involving incidents ranging from fatal stabbings and assaults to robbery-relat…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 09:54hrs | 969 Views

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Bosso players paid ahead of Hardrock clash

Relief swept through the camp of Highlanders FC yesterday after players received their outstanding salaries ahead of today's potentially explosive Castle Lager Premier Soccer League clash against Har…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 09:53hrs | 0 Views

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Court orders children to remain in South Africa

The Gauteng High Court has ruled that three children at the centre of a tragic cross-border custody dispute must remain in South Africa, rejecting their Zimbabwean mother's bid to relocate them follo…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 09:51hrs | 685 Views

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Zimbabwe projects massive grain reserve surplus

Zimbabwe is building a strong national food reserve cushion, with Cabinet projecting a strategic grain surplus of between 550 945 tonnes and 964 945 tonnes following a strong agricultural season.The …

Published: 13 May 2026 at 09:50hrs | 0 Views

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Private investors drive Zimbabwe power expansion

Zimbabwe is witnessing a major shift in its energy sector as private power producers, mining companies and independent developers increasingly take centre stage in expanding electricity generation ca…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 09:49hrs | 0 Views

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Cabinet swaps suits for national fabric

Emmerson Mnangagwa and his Cabinet will wear Zimbabwe's National Fabric throughout May as the country observes Culture Month, in a move aimed at promoting cultural identity and national pride.The dec…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 09:48hrs | 0 Views

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Hatfield golf course set for housing development

Ministry of Local Government and Public Works has issued notice of its intention to convert a golf course in Hatfield into a low-density residential development, paving the way for 17 housing stands.…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 09:47hrs | 0 Views

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Prepaid water meter mop-up exercise begins

The City of Harare has commenced a mop-up exercise for prepaid water meter installations in areas that were previously missed during the initial rollout.In a notice issued by acting town clerk Warren…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 09:47hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe tightens grip on raw mineral exports

Zimbabwe has reiterated its commitment to banning the export of unprocessed minerals as government and lawmakers intensify pressure to ensure the country fully benefits from its vast mineral resource…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 09:46hrs | 0 Views

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10-year schedule of Uhuru venues

Zimbabwe has approved a 10-year rotational schedule of venues for its annual Independence Day celebrations, with provinces set to take turns hosting the national event under a structured devolution f…

Published: 13 May 2026 at 09:45hrs | 0 Views

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Chivayo defends Capitalk FM donations

Businessman and Zanu PF supporter Wicknell Chivayo has defended his controversial donation to staff at privately owned radio station Capitalk FM, insisting the gesture was an act of gratitude rather …

Published: 13 May 2026 at 08:37hrs | 0 Views

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Ramaphosa destroyed more jobs in South Africa than Jacob Zuma

Renowned political economist Frans Cronje says job creation in South Africa has fallen to its lowest level under President Cyril Ramaphosa, performing significantly worse than during the administrati…

Published: 12 May 2026 at 22:18hrs | 0 Views

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Man loses vehicle rebate dispute with Zimra

The High Court has dismissed an application by businessman Robert Kasenza challenging a decision by the Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) to deny him duty suspension on a vehicle imported from the U…

Published: 12 May 2026 at 20:14hrs | 0 Views

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3 soldiers in court over robbery spree

Three members of the Zimbabwe National Army appeared before the Bulawayo Regional Court facing five counts of robbery linked to a violent crime spree in Fort Rixon.Hamlet Mlotshwa (21), Iphithule Mlo…

Published: 12 May 2026 at 20:14hrs | 842 Views

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Housemaid hides stolen US$500 in maize field

A Harare housemaid appeared in court after allegedly stealing US$500 from her employer and hiding the money beneath a rock in a nearby maize field.Rejoice Chikwadze (29) appeared before Harare magist…

Published: 12 May 2026 at 20:12hrs | 0 Views

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Chamisa faces backlash

Charamba injured

Air Zimbabwe to resume London flights by June

Advocate Thabani Mpofu hails Gwaunza, Garwe appointments

CPJ welcomes release of Madzikatidze, urges withdrawal of charges

Zimbabwe pushes schools to drop colonial-era names

South Africa praises Beitbridge border modernisation

Kenyan lawyers challenge Brian Kagoro deportation

Over 3,000km of Harare roads need urgent repairs

Govt tells South Africa to arrest Zimbabweans breaking the law

Farmers push for early cotton marketing season

Zimbabwe war vets angry over return of seized farms to former colonisers

Dangerous mix of gold and drugs

44 drug hotspots wiped out

ZRP delays DNA results in 4 year-old burial dispute case

Man arrested after fatal robbery attack on employer

Man beats niece to death for failing to write her name

Zimbabwe to recruit 2,000 teachers

Mnangagwa slips out on secret Belarus trip

Zimbabwe lost over 65,000 jobs in 3 months

Zimbabwe targets 5% annual manufacturing growth by 2030

Dynamos held again

Zimbabwe signals gradual interest rate cuts

Police bust brothel run by 15 teenage women

Zimbabwe govt funds winning innovations

Delta revenue breaks US$1 billion mark

Police hunt woman over US$155k vehicle import scam

Catholic Bishops reject Constitution Amendment Bill

Esigodini man (55) sentenced for raping niece (14)

Anymore Zvitsva pleads guilty to rape, attempted murder and robbery spree

Minister of Education announces US$200 000 grassroots sports partnership

MRP shifts strategic conference to August, calls for mass mobilisation

Retired army general questions Mnangagwa's reported ‘Nicodemus' departure

Four killed in horror Mvuma road crash

Museveni, El‑Sisi hold talks on trade, energy and regional stability

Demolitions begin at Gilstone Farm following government ultimatum

MRP in renewed push for Mthwakazi self-determination

Heavy rains trigger groundwater fears in Filabusi

Zifa suspends 3 match officials over conduct breaches

Mhona defends spare wheel requirement for motorists

Govt says schools can recover unpaid fees through courts

Zimbabwe bank withdrawal fees cut to 2%

Nyaradzo acquires Glen Forest cemetery

Police arrest suspected armed robber

Gwaunza appointed Zimbabwe's first female Chief Justice

CJ Malaba bows out after landmark judicial career

Mabiza rejects calls for referendum on CAB3

Minister denies ID backlog amid growing public outcry

Zimra warns Bulawayo businesses over smuggling