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Mai Rwizi estate wrangle turns nasty

The family of the late actress, preacher, and philanthropist Susan "Mai Rwizi" Chenjerai is embroiled in a bitter estate dispute, with relatives reportedly clashing over the ownership of her home in Beatrice Cottages, Mbare.The wrangle sur…

Published: 1 hr ago | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF Conference concludes with key resolutions

The 22nd Zanu-PF Annual National People's Conference, held at Mutare Polytechnic under the theme "Attainment of Vision 2030 through Economic Empowerment and Value Addition", officially closed today, capping days of deliberations on the par…

Published: 1 hr ago | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF infighting could destabilise Zimbabwe

The annual Zanu-PF conference concluded yesterday in Mutare, yet, as has often been the case, the event seemed more a display of power struggles and personal ambition than a forum for addressing national priorities. Beyond the usual rhetor…

Published: 1 hr ago | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe opposition says 'no' to constitutional amendment

Zimbabwe's main opposition has strongly condemned Zanu-PF's recent resolution to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's tenure by two years to 2030, calling the move unconstitutional and a party-driven agenda that does not bind the nation.T…

Published: 1 hr ago | by Staff reporter

60% of Zimbabweans feel unsafe protesting

At least 60% of Zimbabweans feel unsafe participating in peaceful demonstrations, according to the latest State of Peace Report by the Zimbabwe Human Rights Association (ZimRights), which paints a sobering picture of a country grappling wi…

Published: 1 hr ago | by Staff reporter

'Social media stealing Zimbabwean childhoods'

Once, Zimbabwean childhoods unfolded under open skies. Boys chased homemade plastic balls across dusty fields, their laughter ringing out like music. Girls sang folk songs that carried lessons of family and belonging. Children returned hom…

Published: 1 hr ago | by Staff reporter

BCC must address illegal livestock keeping in residential areas

Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has been urged to take urgent action against the growing trend of residents keeping livestock such as goats and pigs within their residential properties, particularly in the city's low-density suburbs.Although s…

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Gwanda suburb hit by water shortages

A worsening water crisis in Gwanda's Spitzkop suburb has left thousands of residents exposed to potential disease outbreaks as persistent water shortages and sewer bursts continue to threaten public health.Ward 10 councillor Siyanda Siziba…

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Boy (4) killed by tombstone

A four-year-old boy tragically died on Friday after being struck on the head by a tombstone in a bizarre accident in Mbare, Harare.The child, who had accompanied his father to purchase a tombstone, reportedly tripped and attempted to stead…

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Matebelaland digital divide raises alarm

The Zimbabwe Gender Commission (ZGC) has expressed concern over the growing digital divide in Matabeleland, warning that limited internet access, poor infrastructure, and low digital literacy levels are entrenching gender inequality across…

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Drug abuse crisis threatens Zimbabwe's creative industry

Zimbabwe's once-vibrant showbiz scene is fast losing its sparkle as an alarming number of artists fall prey to drug and substance abuse - a trend now threatening to erase a generation of creative talent.Zimdancehall singer Blot, real name …

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe war vets petition Parly demanding more recognition

The Zimbabwe National Association of Liberation War Veteran Cadres (ZNALWVC) has petitioned Parliament to amend the Veterans of the Liberation Struggle Act, seeking greater recognition and access to welfare benefits for thousands of its me…

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

NTA advocates warn of state capture and instability

A group of prominent Zimbabweans backing the creation of a National Transitional Authority (NTA) has warned that fierce succession battles within the ruling Zanu-PF party have laid bare deep-rooted state capture and institutional decay - p…

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Police hunt armed gang after mine robbery

Police in Shamva have launched a manhunt for five armed robbers who raided a local mine, stealing cash, mobile phones, and a quantity of elution liquid - a chemical used in gold processing.The robbery, which occurred recently, targeted fiv…

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Chief embroiled in teen pregnancy saga

A Hurungwe villager has challenged a ruling by a traditional court after being penalised for his 18-year-old son's involvement in impregnating an underage girl, sparking debate over customary justice and child protection in rural communiti…

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF moves to declare Mnangagwa birthday holiday

Zanu-PF has sparked controversy after adopting a resolution equating President Emmerson Mnangagwa with the ancient King Munhumutapa, prompting questions about the party's use of historical symbolism to elevate its leader.The resolution, pa…

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

10 war veterans join Geza protests

Ten war veterans have been charged following a failed attempt to lead protests against President Emmerson Mnangagwa in Harare, in what authorities say was linked to a call by former Zanu-PF Central Committee member Blessed Geza. The demons…

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Masimba Dinyero suspended over poor results

Kwekwe United has suspended head coach Masimba Dinyero following the team's heavy 5-0 defeat to Green Fuel in Chisumbanje, citing poor performance as the main reason for the decision.In a statement released by the club, the Board of Direct…

Published: 2 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Richard Mdluli seeks to address claims at Ad Hoc Committee

Retired Crime Intelligence Head, Richard Mdluli wants Parliament's Ad Hoc Committee investigating concerns of national security to give him an opportunity to make a presentation.In a letter written by his lawyers to the committee, Mdluli s…

Published: 14 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Timba demands clarity on Zanu-PF's Resolution 1

Senator Jameson Timba has called for urgent transparency and constitutional adherence following Zanu-PF's resolution at its National People's Conference in Mutare to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term of office from 2028 to 2030.In…

Published: 14 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Sex workers want to be called pleasure managers

Sex workers in Bulawayo have called for greater recognition and respect for their profession, including replacing what they describe as derogatory labels with more dignified terms such as "pleasure managers."The calls were made during a He…

Published: 14 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mines flagged in under-declaration of expatriates salaries

The Zimbabwe Diamond and Allied Minerals Workers Union (ZDAMWU) has raised alarm over what it calls a growing trend of salary and employment under-declaration by mining companies, particularly in relation to expatriate workers.ZDAMWU gener…

Published: 14 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Unregistered professionals banned from drawing building plans

The City of Harare has announced the full enforcement of Statutory Instrument (SI) 56 of 2025, which prohibits unregistered professionals from drafting or submitting building plans to the local authority. The move, effective 1 October 2025…

Published: 14 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF pushes for scrapping of the 2% IMTT

The ruling Zanu-PF party has adopted a series of sweeping economic resolutions at its annual conference in Mutare, signaling a strong push to reinforce the country's local currency, streamline business operations, and boost infrastructure …

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF orders legal steps to extend Mnangagwa’s term

The ruling Zanu-PF party has directed the Ministry of Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs to begin legal processes aimed at extending President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term of office by two years, effectively allowing him to remain in po…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Anticipated weak La Niña likely drives average to above-average rainfall in Zimbabwe

FEWS NET Zimbabwe has projected that an anticipated weak La Niña will likely result in average to above-average rainfall across Zimbabwe during the October 2025 to March 2026 rainy season.According to the report, the expected rainfall will…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Stephen Jakes

Chivayo releases another US$250,000 to Bosso

Flamboyant businessman Wicknell Chivayo has once again extended his generosity to Highlanders Football Club, disbursing an additional US$250,000 as part of a US$1 million sponsorship package pledged earlier this year.The latest payment bri…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

ED has failed civil servants: Mutami

Diaspora-based critic of President Emmerson Mnangagwa, Susan Mutami, has accused the Zimbabwean leader of failing civil servants in matters of remuneration and welfare.In a strongly worded post on X directed at civil servants, Mutami contr…

Published: 18 hrs ago | by Stephen Jakes

UK family's move to Zimbabwe brings peace, happiness, & balance

A British family has captured global attention after revealing their decision to leave the United Kingdom for a new life in Zimbabwe - a move they say has brought them peace, happiness, and balance.Nat, a mother who runs the TikTok account…

Published: 19 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Great Zimbabwe University radio presenter collapses and dies

Great Zimbabwe University has announced the sudden death of its campus radio producer and presenter, Natasha Mala, who collapsed while at work and was pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital.In a death notice issued to stakeholders an…

Published: 21 hrs ago | by Stephen Jakes

Chiwenga warns Zanu-PF 'fatcats' again

Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has renewed his warnings against wealthy elites, commonly referred to as "Zviganandas," stressing that Zimbabwe's Vision 2030 must benefit all citizens rather than a select few.Addressing delegates at th…

Published: 21 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Farmer's double murder trial stalls over gun tests

The trial of a South African pig farmer accused of killing two women, including a Zimbabwean national, has been postponed after the defence failed to provide key ballistic evidence to prosecutors.The case involves 60-year-old farmer Zachar…

Published: 21 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

'Unstoppable Zanu-PF engine of the nation'

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has called on Zanu-PF to intensify membership growth, strategic planning, and mobilisation as the ruling party positions itself for Zimbabwe's next harmonised general elections.Delivering the keynote address at…

Published: 21 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Heartless monster caged 50 years

A 36-year-old man who terrorised Harare's affluent suburbs with a series of burglaries, robberies, and sexual assaults has been sentenced to 50 years in prison.Issa Siyabu was convicted on 25 counts of unlawful entry, theft, robbery, and r…

Published: 21 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mombe yaMai project set to transform women's lives

A transformative initiative aimed at empowering rural women through dairy farming was officially launched on Thursday in Mudzi district. The project, known as Women Dairy Business Hubs, is part of the Women Economic Empowerment - Mother's …

Published: 21 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Top CIO officer, Indian national up for stolen BMW

A district intelligence officer, Mbereki Mbizo Nyathi, and an Indian national, Abdul Ismael, appeared before the Harare Magistrates' Court on Monday, facing charges of theft of a motor vehicle.The pair were not asked to plead during the he…

Published: 21 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga rides hostilities in Mutare

Vice-President and Zanu-PF second secretary, Constantino Chiwenga, used the party's annual People's Conference yesterday to deliver a forceful warning against c

Published: 21 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mliswa proposes Zanu-PF transition Presidium

Former Norton MP Temba Mliswa has sparked debate on Twitter with a proposal for a transitional Zanu-PF presidium aimed at managing succession and easing internal party tensions.In his post on X (formerly Twitter), Mliswa suggested a presid…

Published: 22 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa, Chiwenga project unity at Zanu-PF conference

President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his deputy, Vice President Constantino Chiwenga, projected a strong image of unity at the Zanu-PF annual conference in Mutare on Friday, following weeks of reports suggesting a deepening rift between the tw…

Published: 23 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Geza's protest call flops

Most cities and towns across Zimbabwe were bustling with normal activity on Friday as citizens largely ignored calls by war veteran Blessed Geza to take to the streets in anti-government protests.Geza, who had urged Zimbabweans to particip…

Published: 18 Oct 2025 at 07:51hrs | by Staff reporter

Nkayi village buries murdered mother and her 2 children

A sombre cloud hung over Dandadema Village in Nkayi, Matabeleland North Province, last Saturday as mourners gathered to lay to rest a young mother and her two children who were brutally murdered and burnt beyond recognition in South Africa…

Published: 18 Oct 2025 at 07:50hrs | by Staff reporter

'Local authorities driving up property prices'

 Local authorities are partly responsible for Zimbabwe's soaring property prices due to excessive demands and bureaucratic inefficiencies that are driving up development costs, a leading property executive has said.Speaking at the CEO…

Published: 18 Oct 2025 at 07:49hrs | by Staff reporter

Police Amendment Bill gazetted

The Government has gazetted the Police Amendment Bill, which seeks to overhaul the Police Act and bring it into full alignment with the provisions of Zimbabwe's 2013 Constitution.The Bill, published in yesterday's Government Gazette, also …

Published: 18 Oct 2025 at 07:48hrs | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF targets Parly for ED2030 agenda

The ruling Zanu-PF's 22nd annual national people's conference, which concludes today in Mutare, is expected to issue a directive to ministers, legislators, and government functionaries to abandon all other commitments and focus on driving …

Published: 18 Oct 2025 at 07:47hrs | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga urges Zanu-PF to uphold liberation ideals

Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has called on Zanu-PF members to remain anchored in the values and sacrifices of Zimbabwe's liberation heroes as the country strives to achieve its Vision 2030 targets.Addressing delegates at the ruling …

Published: 18 Oct 2025 at 07:45hrs | by Staff reporter

King Mzilikazi sites included in 2026 Independence legacy projects

The government has announced plans to include heritage sites linked to King Mzilikazi, the founder of the Ndebele nation, in the 2026 Independence Celebration legacy projects - a programme that will see the preservation of key cultural lan…

Published: 18 Oct 2025 at 07:44hrs | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa urges Zanu-PF to prepare for the next elections

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has called on Zanu-PF members to step up mobilisation efforts and grow the party's membership base as the ruling party begins preparing for Zimbabwe's next harmonised general elections.Addressing delegates at t…

Published: 18 Oct 2025 at 07:43hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe on locusts high alert

Zimbabwe has stepped up surveillance and preventive measures against African migratory locusts following reports of major outbreaks in neighbouring Botswana and Namibia.Authorities say the country is on high alert to protect its crops and …

Published: 18 Oct 2025 at 07:42hrs | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe tightens vetting of student nurses

The Ministry of Health and Child Care has stepped up measures to combat the use of fraudulent academic certificates by individuals seeking admission into health training institutions, following a series of high-profile scandals at major ho…

Published: 18 Oct 2025 at 07:40hrs | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga rallies for unity, integrity at Zanu-PF Conference

Vice-President Constantino Chiwenga delivered a strongly worded and emotionally charged address at the Zanu-PF annual national conference in Mutare today, calling for unity, integrity, and a return to the party's liberation values amid dee…

Published: 18 Oct 2025 at 07:10hrs | by Staff reporter

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