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Chamisa's CCC faction piles pressure on SADC
Jameson Timba, acting as the de facto administrator for the Citizens' Coalition for Change (CCC), has issued a challenge to leaders of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to address the ...Published: 30 mins ago | 6 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe police extends ban on blue lights on private vehicles
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has initiated a comprehensive crackdown on a range of unlawful activities related to unauthorized motorcades, and the use of blue lights and sirens by private or com...Published: 30 mins ago | 7 | by Staff reporter
Mohadi endorses open air worship
Local authorities should uphold the freedom of worship as enshrined in the Constitution, Vice President Kembo Mohadi has stated. Speaking at the Vapostori and MaZion for ED National Prayer eve...Published: 33 mins ago | 17 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe mulls probe into drop in gold output
The government is considering investigating the small-scale gold mining sector to determine the factors behind the recent decline in deliveries, amid fears of increased smuggling. Gold production from...Published: 34 mins ago | 6 | by Staff reporter
South Africa's elections body accused of vote rigging
At least 11 disgruntled political parties are demanding a recount of the votes and accusing the IEC and the ANC of vote rigging.The parties have lodged complaints to the IEC saying they have a...Published: 13 hrs ago | 560 | by Staff reporter
Retired Colonel Lionel Dyck dies
Retired Colonel Lionel Dyck, a distinguished veteran of the Zimbabwe National Army and head of the Dyck Advisory Group (DAG), has died. He succumbed to cancer in Capetown after a prolonged battle with...Published: 15 hrs ago | 1078 | by Staff reporter
Egyptian businessman nabbed for over staying in Zim
A 31-YEAR-OLD Egyptian national Ragab Mohamed Abdelghafar Mohamed Elkhatib was arraigned before Gweru magistrate after he over stayed in the country....Published: 01 Jun 2024 at 06:41hrs | 525 | by Simbarashe Sithole
Zacc struggles to recover US$1bn tainted assets
Zimbabwe's weak extra-territorial judicial systems are hampering the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) from recovering looted funds believed to be hidden in foreign countries, NewsDay has rep...Published: 31 May 2024 at 21:18hrs | 207 | by Staff reporter
Billions in African Gold smuggled to UAE yearly
Gold smuggling out of Africa, mainly to the United Arab Emirates, has surged over the last decade, with hundreds of tonnes of gold worth tens of billions of dollars illegally leaving the continent eve...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:55hrs | 634 | by Staff reporter
'Chamisa should move on'
Political observers suggest that opposition leader Nelson Chamisa should abandon hope for Southern African Development Community (Sadc) intervention in the August 2023 election dispute and instead foc...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:47hrs | 806 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwean comedian mesmerises America's Got Talent
Zimbabwean comedian Learnmore Jonasi achieved a remarkable feat on America's Got Talent (AGT), receiving the season's first coveted golden buzzer from his role model Terry Crews in Los Angeles, United...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:47hrs | 270 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa commissions 2003 school in 2024
President Emmerson Mnangagwa is scheduled to officially open Makumimavi Primary School in Chivhu on Friday, alongside 16 other schools across the country. The construction of these schools, funded by ...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:41hrs | 182 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa donates 100 laptops
Five primary schools in the Midlands province have recently received a donation of 100 laptops and accessories from President Mnangagwa, marking a significant step towards enhancing the integration of...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:36hrs | 85 | by Staff reporter
Reduced activity at Beitbridge Border Post as South Africans vote
On Wednesday, Beitbridge Border Post experienced reduced traffic movement, likely influenced by ongoing elections in neighboring South Africa. As the busiest inland port of entry in Zimbabwe, Beitbrid...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:36hrs | 76 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe set to roll out US$80m smart traffic system
Zimbabwe is set to introduce a cutting-edge smart traffic management system, a multimillion-dollar initiative aimed at tackling various road-related issues such as enforcing traffic laws, curbing road...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:33hrs | 240 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe police chief warns criminal elements
Police Commissioner-General Godwin Matanga emphasized that anyone involved in criminal activities or actions aimed at destabilizing the country would face firm repercussions. He highlighted the vital ...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:32hrs | 83 | by Staff reporter
Dinson completes Manhize power line
The construction of an 88-kilovolt transmission line by Dinson Iron and Steel Company, stretching from Sherwood substation in Kwekwe to Manhize, has been successfully completed. This milestone enables...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:31hrs | 110 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe adjusts age limit for kombi, bus drivers
Under new plans aimed at curbing the surge in traffic accidents and fatalities, bus and kombi drivers will now need to be aged 30 and above. The Government hopes that by raising the minimum age requir...Published: 30 May 2024 at 08:29hrs | 184 | by Staff reporter
Criticism grows over Chamisa's SADC roadmap proposal
Some Zimbabweans have expressed dismay over former opposition leader Nelson Chamisa's statements regarding engagements with SADC over the Zimbabwean election crisis.In his address yesterday, C...Published: 28 May 2024 at 17:18hrs | 2230 | by Staff reporter
WATCH: Dr Obert Mpofu descends on Umguza with a heavy might
Thousands gathered in Umguza as the people of Umguza converged to celebrate Africa Day while interacting with the ZANU PF National Secretary-General Dr. Obert Moses Mpofu. Dr. Obert Mpofu, the...Published: 28 May 2024 at 15:06hrs | 1758 | by Mandla Ndlovu
Chivayo hijacks US$40m corrupt ZEC deal
CONTROVERSIAL businessman Wicknell Chivayo, who is close to President Emmerson Mnangagwa and other high-profile government officials, corruptly got a windfall from a murky Zimbabwe Election Commission...Published: 28 May 2024 at 12:47hrs | 3062 | by Staff reporter
Nigerian billionaire Zimbabwe deals falter amid capital problems
WITH the help of Zimbabwean authorities who supported him amass platinum, gold, lithium, iron ore, tin and some rare earth mineral concessions, it first appeared like he was going far.At some poin...Published: 28 May 2024 at 12:46hrs | 605 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe ignores Sadc energy protocol
MEMBER of Parliament for Dzivaresekwa constituency Edwin Mushoriwa has demanded answers for government's failure to ratify the Amended Sadc Protocol on Energy which is projected to improve development...Published: 28 May 2024 at 12:43hrs | 377 | by Staff reporter
Chamisa describes CCC as a 'mushikashika'
Opposition leader Nelson Chamisa likened his former party, the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), to a "Mushikashika," a term referring to a dilapidated vehicle used as an illegal taxi in Zimbabwe. ...Published: 28 May 2024 at 10:19hrs | 1243 | by Staff reporter
Drought-hit Zimbabwe raises aid appeal to 3.3 bln USD
Zimbabwe raised its aid appeal to 3.3 billion U.S. dollars on Monday, up from the initial 2.2 billion dollars announced last month to cater to 60 percent of the country's population that will be food ...Published: 28 May 2024 at 10:16hrs | 130 | by Staff reporter
NOIC suffers blow in US$160,000 arbitration award
The High Court has ruled in favor of the contractor in a dispute with the National Oil Infrastructure Company of Zimbabwe (NOIC) overpayment for supplying and installing instrumentation, control, and ...Published: 28 May 2024 at 09:55hrs | 145 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe working on repatriating 200 smuggled children
The government is actively working on repatriating more than 200 Zimbabwean children who are currently residing in care homes in South Africa. These children were smuggled into the neighboring country...Published: 28 May 2024 at 09:47hrs | 140 | by Staff reporter
Plan to offer incentives to Zimbabweans in the diaspora
Efforts are underway to develop financial instruments that incentivize the diaspora community to invest back home, ensuring profitability and ease of investment. The Ministry of Foreign Affai...Published: 28 May 2024 at 09:39hrs | 388 | by Staff reporter
Starlink to Boost Zimbabwe's Digital Economy
In a welcome move on Africa Day, President Emmerson Mnangagwa announced the approval of Starlink's licensing by Potraz, a development that is set to significantly enhance Zimbabwe's digital economy. ...Published: 27 May 2024 at 21:30hrs | 408 | by Tonderai Ndoro
'Mnangagwa MAY retire soon.' Cold comfort as long as Zanu PF rigs elections whacking povo; tail mercilessly whacking the dog.
"Mnangagwa may retire soon!" read the headline in Bulawayo 24. Judging from the number of views, the story was well received."Speaking in Shona, Mnangagwa suggested that he might not seek furt...Published: 27 May 2024 at 21:25hrs | 539 | by Wilbert Mukori
Youth Service Zimbabwe: A beacon of hope for empowering young generations
As the United Kingdom considers reviving mandatory national service, Zimbabwe has taken a proactive step towards empowering its youth. On Friday, President Mnangagwa launched the Youth Service...Published: 27 May 2024 at 19:55hrs | 136 | by Tonderai Ndoro
Is Starlink going to accept a questionable license in Zimbabwe?
After stalling for what appeared an eternity in approving satellite internet provider Starlink's application for a license to operate in Zimbabwe, President Emmerson Mnangagwa dropped a bombshell on 2...Published: 27 May 2024 at 19:45hrs | 260 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Chamisa bounces back
OPPOSITION leader Nelson Chamisa continues to apply pressure on SADC, nine months after last year’s chaotic general elections, revealing in a Monday statement that the regional body is giving the ma...Published: 27 May 2024 at 17:19hrs | 1768 | by Staff reporter
South Africa has a Zuma problem
Here's a copy of the intellectually embarrassing judgment handed down today by the Constitutional Court of South Africa, politically disqualifying former President Jacob Zuma from standing for electio...Published: 27 May 2024 at 15:59hrs | 665 | by Jonathan Moyo
Chamisa puts a leash on his supporters
Former CCC leader Nelson Chamisa has taken a firm stance, instructing his supporters not to resort to violence in pressuring the ruling Zanu-PF party to address the electoral dispute that arose from t...Published: 27 May 2024 at 10:10hrs | 1459 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe invited to observe SA elections
THE South African chapter of the Anti-Corruption Trust of Southern Africa (ACT SA) has expressed concern over the African National Congress government's decision to invite Zanu PF and the Zimbab...Published: 27 May 2024 at 10:07hrs | 575 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe authorities mix charm with force to shore up ZiG
THE introduction of the world's newest currency in April inspired a reggae artist to record a song praising the ZiG, or Zimbabwe Gold.The catchy tune, titled "Zig Mari," received generous play...Published: 27 May 2024 at 09:56hrs | 542 | by Associated Press
Hichilema places ex-Zambian President under house arrest?
Zambia's former President Edgar Lungu has said that he was "practically under house arrest", accusing police of a plot to forcefully detain him "for no reason".Mr Lungu said police were mobili...Published: 26 May 2024 at 21:30hrs | 1567 | by Staff reporter
South Africa's IEC accused of leaking ballot papers to ANC
South Africans have taken to social media platforms to express concern over whether the upcoming general elections will be free and fair following the alleged unauthorised delivery of ballot papers in...Published: 26 May 2024 at 15:48hrs | 1767 | by Staff reporter
Why would a head of state prefer the company of criminals?
It is not surprising at all coming across photographs of a national president posing with various individuals. These could be anything from other heads of state, foreign envoys, public persona...Published: 26 May 2024 at 13:53hrs | 956 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Why is an 81-year-old so preoccupied with extending the presidential term limit?
Hardly a day passes in Zimbabwe without news on President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa's machinations to extend his tenure one way or another.Ever since securing his second and final term, in t...Published: 26 May 2024 at 13:43hrs | 201 | by Tendai Ruben Mbofana
Zimbabwe genocide outreach to begin by July
Public hearings to document and address the violent disturbances of the 1980s are set to begin in July, marking the start of a significant national healing and reconciliation process.These hea...Published: 26 May 2024 at 13:41hrs | 235 | by Staff reporter
Starlink licensed to provide internet services in Zimbabwe
In line with Vision 2030, the 2nd Republic's developmental agenda prioritizes innovation, science, and technology as crucial pillars for progress, Zimbabwean President Mnangagwa said in a statement on...Published: 25 May 2024 at 14:06hrs | 1229 | by Staff reporter
Eleph Gula-Ndebele arrested for possession of cocaine
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi has officially announced the apprehension of Eleph Khumbula Gula-Ndebele and five others on charges of unlawful posse...Published: 25 May 2024 at 13:30hrs | 1871 | by Staff reporter
'Green Bombers' join ZiG campaign
As the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe grapples with making the new currency work by using several measures including a crackdown on illegal money changers, government's quasi-military wing, the National You...Published: 25 May 2024 at 13:00hrs | 490 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa to commission 17 new Govt schools
President Mnangagwa is set to commission 17 new schools built by the government with additional funding from the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID) next Thursday.These schools, con...Published: 25 May 2024 at 10:57hrs | 210 | by Staff reporter
Mnangagwa is unforgiving, vindictive
A senior leader of the Zimbabwe African People's Union (Zapu) has criticized President Emmerson Mnangagwa's administration, alleging that it perpetuates a culture of vindictiveness and holds grudges a...Published: 24 May 2024 at 08:57hrs | 2769 | by Staff reporter
Zimbabwe govt responds to deployment of non-Ndebele teachers
In response to widespread concerns about the increasing number of non-Ndebele teachers in Matebeleland, the government has implemented a decentralization strategy for teacher deployment.The de...Published: 24 May 2024 at 08:45hrs | 10060 | by Staff reporter
30 000 expected at Youth Service launch in UMP
At least 30,000 youths are expected to attend the launch of the new Youth Service Zimbabwe (YSZ) by President Mnangagwa in Uzumba-Maramba-PFungwe, Mashonaland East province, today.The Youth Se...Published: 24 May 2024 at 08:28hrs | 135 | by Staff reporter
War Veterans Congress dates set
The much-anticipated congress of the Zimbabwe National Liberation War Veterans Association (ZNLWVA) is set to take place from June 14 to 16, with preparations well underway.The previous congre...Published: 24 May 2024 at 08:27hrs | 145 | by Staff reporter
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