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Questions raised over purported OPC letter naming Auxillia Mnangagwa as ‘incoming president’

HARARE – A purported confidential letter allegedly originating from the Office of the President and Cabinet (OPC) has surfaced on social media, claiming that

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Malawi signs SADC protocol on free movement of persons

SALIMA, Malawi – Malawi has signed the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Protocol on the Facilitation of Movement of Persons, marking a significant step towards strengthening regional int…

Published: 17 hrs ago | 468 Views

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Zimbabwe, China deepen cooperation on liberation war veterans' welfare

BEIJING – Zimbabwe and China have agreed to strengthen cooperation in veterans' affairs following high‑level discussions between the Minister of Veterans of the Liberation Struggle Affairs, Senator M…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 248 Views

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Maoneke calls for integrated government systems to improve service delivery

VICTORIA FALLS - Chairperson of the Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Defence, Home Affairs, Security Services and War Veterans Affairs, Exevia Moses Maoneke, has urged Government to accelerate th…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 193 Views

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When Zimbabweans push back: What would SA do if Beitbridge shut them out?

The current "Abahambe" climate in South Africa has forced thousands of Zimbabweans to return home, many of them abruptly and under hostile conditions. But imagine, for a moment, that these same Zimba…

Published: 22 hrs ago | 865 Views

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Zimbabwe exorbitant airlines taxes comes under spotlight

Zimbabwe is among African countries imposing high taxes and statutory charges on airlines, with the heavy cost burden threatening the long-term viability of the aviation sector, Airlines Association …

Published: 17 Jul 2026 at 06:45hrs | 369 Views

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Bulawayo's 159-bed complex houses nearly 1 000 people

Bulawayo's ageing workers' hostels, originally built in the 1950s to accommodate single male industrial workers, have evolved into severely overcrowded family settlements, with one complex designed f…

Published: 17 Jul 2026 at 06:58hrs | 833 Views

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Woman hires mother's neighbours to kill husband

Two Bulawayo men have each been sentenced to 20 years in prison for the brutal murder of a 27-year-old Nyamandlovu man in a case that took a tragic twist after the victim's wife, who was accused of m…

Published: 17 Jul 2026 at 06:55hrs | 1382 Views

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Man rapes brother's two wives 'to punish him'

A 35-year-old man from Sanangwe Village under Chief Chikwanda in Masvingo has been sentenced to 20 years' imprisonment after admitting to raping his brother's two wives, claiming he wanted to "fix" h…

Published: 17 Jul 2026 at 06:54hrs | 1024 Views

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Bata's production capacity surges

Footwear manufacturer Bata Shoe Company has increased production capacity utilisation from 27 percent to 42 percent and is targeting 65 percent as improved currency stability and growing demand for l…

Published: 17 Jul 2026 at 06:54hrs | 263 Views

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Zimbabwe clinics sit on unused Starlink kits

Hundreds of hospitals and clinics across Zimbabwe have been equipped with Starlink satellite internet kits under a government drive to improve healthcare connectivity, but many facilities are unable …

Published: 17 Jul 2026 at 06:52hrs | 336 Views

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Mthwakazi demands answers over abduction of activist

The Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP) has called on authorities to account for the whereabouts of anti-government activist Bhekimpilo Mbedzi following his alleged abduction by suspected State security a…

Published: 17 Jul 2026 at 06:52hrs | 332 Views

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Gweru issues ultimatum on property numbering

Gweru City Council has given property owners 30 days to display official house numbers on their premises, warning that those who fail to comply could face legal action and fines.In a public notice is…

Published: 17 Jul 2026 at 06:51hrs | 234 Views

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Zimbabwe enters global battery chemicals market

Zimbabwe has taken a significant step up the global lithium value chain with the commissioning of Africa's first lithium sulphate processing plant, a US$400 million investment expected to create more…

Published: 17 Jul 2026 at 06:50hrs | 219 Views

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RBZ injects US$2.1 billion to support ZiG stability

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has injected US$2.1 billion into the foreign exchange market since April 2024 under the Willing-Buyer Willing-Seller (WBWS) trading system, underscoring the scale o…

Published: 17 Jul 2026 at 06:49hrs | 249 Views

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South African woman stranded in Zimbabwe after following husband

A South African woman who travelled to Zimbabwe to reunite with her husband after anti-immigrant unrest in South Africa says she has been left stranded at a transit centre in Bulawayo after his famil…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 14:26hrs | 2327 Views

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Veteran South African actor Seputla Sebogodi dies

South Africa's entertainment industry is mourning the loss of veteran actor and theatre icon Seputla Sebogodi, who has died at the age of 82 after a distinguished career spanning more than five decad…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 14:20hrs | 664 Views

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What is the purpose of African peer review institutions if the welfare of ordinary citizens is secondary?

Nothing screams hypocrisy quite like pretending to care for the people.There is a recurring theater in African diplomacy that would be comical if its consequences were not so deadly.If you value my s…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 12:30hrs | 298 Views

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Man in court for impersonating a police officer

A 33-year-old Bulawayo man has appeared in court facing two counts of impersonating a Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) officer after he allegedly donned a police uniform and posed as a sergeant while s…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 10:29hrs | 577 Views

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New highway to cut Harare-Victoria Falls trip by 200km

Travel between Harare and Victoria Falls is set to become significantly shorter following progress on the long-awaited Lupane-Nkayi-Kwekwe Road, a strategic highway expected to reduce the journey by …

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 10:25hrs | 1604 Views

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Mozambican refuses to give away her salon amid anti-migrant tensions

A Mozambican woman allegedly destroyed her own hair salon after reportedly being told by members of the March and March Movement to shut down the business and return to Mozambique.The incident, which…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 10:23hrs | 1108 Views

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Zimbabwe crush Bangladesh to continue winning streak

Zimbabwe's senior men's cricket team made an impressive start to the three-match Twenty20 International (T20I) series after defeating Bangladesh by 32 runs at Queens Sports Club on Wednesday to take …

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 09:18hrs | 324 Views

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Zimbabwe's future lies in strong local value chains

Zimbabwe's economic debate has, for decades, been dominated by one recurring question: How do we industrialise?The answers have often focused on attracting foreign direct investment, securing interna…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 09:14hrs | 324 Views

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Zambia's former vice president Guy Scott dies at 82

Zambia's former Vice President Guy Scott, who briefly served as the country's acting president in 2014 and became Africa's first white head of state in two decades, has died at the age of 82.The Zamb…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 08:22hrs | 661 Views

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Telecel Zimbabwe creditors to vote on corporate rescue plan

Telecel Zimbabwe (Private) Limited has taken a significant step in its corporate rescue process after convening a meeting of its members and creditors to consider and vote on a proposed corporate res…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 07:42hrs | 0 Views

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Bogus cop dupes security boss over fake firearms certificate

A 51-year-old Harare man has appeared in court facing fraud charges after allegedly masquerading as a Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) superintendent and duping a security company into paying for fake …

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 07:42hrs | 435 Views

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Cruise ships job offer ends up in recorded sex act

A 20-year-old woman has filed a police report accusing a man of secretly recording an intimate encounter without her consent and sharing the video in an attempt to sabotage her relationship after all…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 07:40hrs | 1735 Views

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Mnangagwa presented with new ZiG100 and ZiG200 banknotes

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has been presented with the first printed copies of Zimbabwe's new ZiG100 and ZiG200 banknotes as the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) moves closer to expanding the country…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 07:39hrs | 988 Views

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Zimbabwe registers 15 000 skilled returnees from SA

Government has established a database of 15,000 skilled Zimbabweans who have returned home in recent weeks, mainly from South Africa, as authorities move to harness their expertise while expanding pl…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 07:37hrs | 1260 Views

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ConCourt reserves judgment in challenge to Majome's reassignment

The Constitutional Court has reserved judgment in a case challenging President Emmerson Mnangagwa's decision to reassign former Zimbabwe Human Rights Commission (ZHRC) chairperson Fungayi Jessie Majo…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 07:35hrs | 0 Views

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Will South Africa's anti-migrant wave reduce Zimbabwe's diaspora lifeline?

The resurgence of anti-migrant sentiment in South Africa has understandably triggered anxiety in Zimbabwe. Images of demonstrations, calls for tighter immigration enforcement, and reports of migrants…

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 07:05hrs | 0 Views

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MetroPeach cashier steals US$49k, loses it all to betting

A Bindura‑based MetroPeach cashier has been jailed after stealing US$49,000 from his employer and blowing the money on betting.Peter Muza was sentenced to eight years in prison by Bindura magistrate …

Published: 16 Jul 2026 at 06:24hrs | 690 Views

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Soldier arrested for allegedly stealing ZESA cables in Bindura

A Zimbabwe National Army officer, Gift Nduna, and his alleged accomplice Philemon Sithole have been arrested after they reportedly stole ZESA cables at a farm in Bindura.The pair appeared before the …

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 22:14hrs | 0 Views

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Govt targets competitive tax regime to make Zim aviation hub

HARARE - Government says it is working to balance aviation taxation with industry competitiveness as it positions the sector as a key driver of economic growth under Vision 2030 and the National Deve…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 22:10hrs | 0 Views

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2 Harare company directors up for property fraud

Two directors of Prime Homes Pvt Ltd have appeared in court facing fraud charges over allegations that they attempted to sell company property worth US$2 million using a forged board resolution.Geral…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 19:02hrs | 295 Views

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Armed robbers raid EcoCash booth

Police have launched a manhunt for armed robbers who raided an EcoCash booth in Bulawayo's Emganwini suburb and escaped with US$2,000 in cash and mobile phone recharge cards worth US$587.The robbery …

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 19:01hrs | 0 Views

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Beitbridge introduces express lane for returning Zimbabweans

Zimbabweans returning from South Africa under the government-assisted repatriation programme will now benefit from faster processing at Beitbridge Border Post following the introduction of a dedicate…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 18:59hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe police seal off NCA offices in fresh crackdown

Police reportedly cordoned off the National Constitutional Assembly (NCA) offices in central Harare on Wednesday ahead of the organisation's scheduled national leadership meeting, with party leaders …

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 18:58hrs | 0 Views

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Magistrate questions Zimbabwe's drug laws

A Gwanda magistrate has questioned Zimbabwe's approach to drug offences, suggesting that the country's drug laws may be punishing users while politically connected suppliers continue to evade justice…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 18:57hrs | 0 Views

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Bulawayo to experience Radio and TV signal blackout

Transmedia Corporation has advised residents and stakeholders in and around Bulawayo to expect a temporary interruption to radio and television broadcasting services due to scheduled maintenance.In a…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 18:57hrs | 0 Views

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Prison escapee alleges officer helped plan jailbreak

A convicted rapist who escaped from Plumtree Prison while serving a 20-year sentence has told a Bulawayo court that a Zimbabwe Prisons and Correctional Services (ZPCS) officer masterminded and facili…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 19:09hrs | 0 Views

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Mai Clifford convicted of drunk driving, prohibited from driving

Popular Zimbabwean comedian and social media personality Theophilus Gabriel Chigumira, popularly known as "Mai Clifford", has been convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol after being foun…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 19:08hrs | 396 Views

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ZIFA suspends referees over officiating errors

The Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) has suspended five match officials for six matches each after investigations concluded that their officiating decisions materially affected the outcomes of le…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 19:07hrs | 0 Views

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Collapsed footbridge cuts off key route for Bulawayo residents

Residents and informal traders in Bulawayo's Thorngrove and Nguboyenja suburbs are calling on the city council to urgently repair a footbridge that collapsed nearly eight months ago, warning that it …

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 19:06hrs | 413 Views

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Cowdray Park outgrows Zimbabwe's major towns

Finance Minister Professor Mthuli Ncube has outlined an ambitious vision for the future of Cowdray Park, saying the rapidly growing Bulawayo suburb will require at least 30 additional schools and cou…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 19:05hrs | 443 Views

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Zimbabwean athletes shine at Hungarian Grand Prix

Zimbabwe's leading athletes continued to make their mark on the international stage after Makanakaishe Charamba, Thandazani Ndlovu and Ashley Miller produced impressive performances at the Gyulai Ist…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 19:03hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe prepares to receive up to 1.4 million land owners from SA

Zimbabwe has more than two million citizens living in South Africa, but fewer than 100,000 have so far returned home under the government's repatriation programme, despite rising anti-immigrant tensi…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 16:36hrs | 20561 Views

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Mapfumo's Chivayo deal sparks debate

Zimbabwe's heated debate over Thomas "Mukanya" Mapfumo's decision to accept controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo's reported US$1 million performance package has intensified, with family members…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 16:25hrs | 0 Views

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CCC MPs allege assault by suspected CIOs in Mutare

Two Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) Members of Parliament have alleged that they were assaulted by suspected Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) operatives following a dispute over a parking …

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 16:25hrs | 0 Views

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Taxi driver claims Mark Tshuma mistook him for hitman

A private taxi driver has claimed he had a bizarre and disturbing encounter with Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, also known as Mark Tshuma, shortly before the Zimbabwean-born British national was arrested …

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 16:07hrs | 1500 Views

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South Africa reassures ZEP holders

More than 140,000 holders of the Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) have already applied to remain in South Africa through long-term immigration pathways, as the Department of Home Affairs assured permi…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 15:45hrs | 1310 Views

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Harare-Beitbridge highway final stretch nears completion

The rehabilitation of the Harare-Masvingo-Beitbridge Highway is nearing completion, with 550.1 kilometres of the 580-kilometre route now upgraded and opened to traffic, leaving just 31.9 kilometres t…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 15:20hrs | 422 Views

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Man arrested for selling guinea fowl meat

A Victoria Falls man has been arrested for allegedly hunting and selling guinea fowl meat following a sting operation conducted by wildlife authorities.The arrest follows investigations by the Victor…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 15:00hrs | 0 Views

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Bartender stabs patron to death over change

A 27-year-old bartender has been arrested after allegedly fatally stabbing a patron following a dispute over cash change at a tuck-shop in Kwekwe, Midlands Province.The incident occurred on Monday at…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 14:59hrs | 198 Views

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Dynamos sign Burkina Faso striker

Castle Lager Premier Soccer League giants Dynamos have bolstered their attacking options with the signing of Burkina Faso striker Daouda Sidibe.The transfer was confirmed by Ghanaian club Aduana thro…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 14:58hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe's thirst outpaces brewery capacity

Zimbabwe's beverage industry is entering a new phase in which the biggest challenge is no longer generating demand but keeping up with it.Delta Corporation says robust consumer demand is stretching i…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 14:57hrs | 330 Views

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Zimbabwe repatriates nearly 100,000 from South Africa

The government says it has repatriated 99,418 Zimbabwean citizens from South Africa in just over six weeks, with women and children accounting for more than 70 percent of those who have returned.The …

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 14:56hrs | 0 Views

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Contraceptive pills stolen in clinic break-in

Authorities at Epworth Polyclinic District are investigating a break-in at the facility's pharmacy after family planning tablets valued at US$540 were stolen.According to pharmacy manager Marshall Ma…

Published: 15 Jul 2026 at 14:56hrs | 0 Views

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Chivayo's donations reach US$44 million since 2024

A Zimbabwean citizen who has been independently tracking businessman Wicknell Chivayo's public donations claims the businessman has pledged or donated cash and gifts worth approximately US$43.9 milli…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 20:28hrs | 0 Views

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Bhila's Njalo Njalo strikes a chord with young fans

Bulawayo-based Afro-Pop musician Bhila is enjoying growing success as his latest single, Njalo Njalo, continues to resonate with audiences across generations, with young listeners embracing the heart…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 19:22hrs | 0 Views

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SA woman claims to be Malawian in order to flee with lover

The woman was handed over to South African authorities, who confirmed that she was a South African citizen. She had planned to take advantage of the voluntary repatriation process to leave with her l…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 19:15hrs | 0 Views

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inDrive launches investigation into alleged driver–passenger incident

Ride‑hailing platform inDrive says it has launched an internal investigation into an incident involving one of its drivers and passenger Trueman Chikukwa, following concerns raised after a story rece…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 19:12hrs | 0 Views

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Mnangagwa's Zimbabwe is not the Zimbabwe we have always known

One of the unforgivable sins committed by Mnangagwa was recalibrating our national discourse. The Zimbabwe of Mnangagwa is not the Zimbabwe we have always known. This one is deeply divided, polarized…

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

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Rubbish CEO appointed as Special Advisor

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed Geo Pomona Waste Management Executive Chairperson and Chief Executive Officer Dr Dilesh Nguwaya as his Special Advisor on Waste Management and Environmental…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 18:34hrs | 1122 Views

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Mozambique to reduce imports from South Africa

Mozambique's Agriculture Minister, Roberto Albino, has reiterated his government's commitment to reducing the country's reliance on food imports from South Africa by strengthening domestic agricultur…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 17:36hrs | 0 Views

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South African court orders extradition of Nyokayemabhunu back to Zimbabwe

A South African court has ruled in favour of extraditing Zimbabwean political activist Wellington Masiwa, a decision that has reignited debate over asylum protections, extradition procedures and judi…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 16:17hrs | 0 Views

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Schools ordered to fully adopt Heritage-Based Curriculum or face closure

Primary and Secondary Education Minister Torerai Moyo has directed all schools in Zimbabwe to fully implement the Heritage-Based Curriculum (HBC) from next year, warning that institutions which fail …

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 16:15hrs | 0 Views

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Chinaman in Zimbabwe court over US$3,65m fraud

An investor has appeared before the Harare Magistrates Court facing allegations of misappropriating more than US$3.65 million from a lithium mining company.Li Shigang (58), of Borrowdale, appeared be…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 16:13hrs | 369 Views

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ZCTU leadership wrangle deepens

The Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) is embroiled in one of its most significant internal leadership disputes in recent years after president Florence Taruvinga announced the suspension of se…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 16:09hrs | 0 Views

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Kazembe hails Mnangagwa as a 'true constitutionalist'

HOME Affairs and Cultural Heritage Minister Kazembe Kazembe has described President Emmerson Mnangagwa as a committed constitutionalist, saying the recent constitutional reforms demonstrate his admin…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 08:44hrs | 0 Views

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Sibanda challenges Constitution Amendment No. 3 in ConCourt

Former Binga North legislator and lawyer Prince Dubeko Sibanda has filed an application in the Constitutional Court seeking to have key provisions of the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Ac…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 08:43hrs | 0 Views

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390 000 illegal properties choke Harare

More than 390,000 unregistered properties are placing enormous pressure on Harare's infrastructure and threatening the city's long-term sustainability, Mayor Jacob Mafume has said, blaming illegal la…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 08:42hrs | 0 Views

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City parking marshal killed in alleged red-light crash

A Masvingo City parking marshal was killed after he was struck by a vehicle in the city's central business district on Sunday afternoon.The deceased has been identified as Augustine Rashirai, who die…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 08:41hrs | 0 Views

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South Africa traditional leaders denounce xenophobic attacks

A delegation of South African traditional leaders has used a visit to Zimbabwe to condemn xenophobia, saying migration-related challenges should be resolved through dialogue rather than violence.The …

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 08:41hrs | 0 Views

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Etihad deepens Zimbabwe push with Fastjet codeshare agreement

Abu Dhabi-based Etihad Airways has strengthened its presence in Zimbabwe ahead of the launch of its Harare–Abu Dhabi route in March 2027 by signing a codeshare agreement with Fastjet Zimbabwe.The agr…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 08:40hrs | 300 Views

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Mnangagwa orders council to hand over 'prayer land' to Makururu

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has directed local authorities to regularise prayer sites for Johane The Fifth of Africa International Church, announcing that all documentation for the church's Mvuma sh…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 08:39hrs | 0 Views

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Man arrested for shooting at moving vehicle

A 54-year-old Harare man has appeared in court after he allegedly fired a shot at a moving vehicle during a late-night altercation in Whitehouse, damaging the vehicle's rear bumper.Raymond Nyika Muki…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 08:46hrs | 940 Views

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Girl collapses and dies while walking home

A Headlands family has been left devastated after a four-year-old girl suddenly collapsed and died while walking home with her mother and siblings.The tragic incident occurred on Wednesday at Berthel…

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 08:45hrs | 0 Views

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2 women arrested over death of teenager

Police have arrested two women in connection with the death of a 19-year-old man whose body was found a few metres from their home in Green Valley, Epworth, on Sunday morning.Brenda Zvomuya (19) and …

Published: 14 Jul 2026 at 08:44hrs | 0 Views

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Mapfumo risks falling at the very last hurdle of an otherwise illustrious and heroic race

The love of money has led to the demise of many.The decision by Thomas “Mukanya” Mapfumo to accept a staggering US$1 million performance contract funded by controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo …

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 22:50hrs | 0 Views

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MDC Restoration sets up working committees as push for long‑delayed Congress intensifies

The MDC Restoration leadership has announced the formation of four working committees as part of renewed efforts to prepare for the long‑delayed party Congress, saying the responsibility to move the …

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 22:08hrs | 0 Views

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New Kasambabezi Border Post opens trade and tourism opportunities for Binga

The opening of the modernised Kasambabezi Border Post has been hailed as a historic milestone expected to transform trade, tourism and regional integration between Zimbabwe and Zambia under the Secon…

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 21:34hrs | 0 Views

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Court rejects RAF bid to block accident claim over unproven settlement

JOHANNESBURG – The Gauteng High Court has dismissed an attempt by the Road Accident Fund (RAF) to block a motor‑vehicle accident compensation claim, ruling that the fund failed to prove the matter ha…

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 21:30hrs | 0 Views

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UK police confirm blunt force trauma in deaths of Zimbabwean mother and daughters

A forensic post‑mortem examination in the United Kingdom has confirmed that a Zimbabwean mother and her two daughters, found dead at their home in Great Denham, Bedfordshire, died as a result of blun…

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 19:59hrs | 1244 Views

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Form 1 learner charged with murder

A Form One learner accused of fatally assaulting a fellow pupil during an altercation at Mushunje High School in Marange has appeared before the courts on a charge of murder.The juvenile appeared bef…

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 17:07hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwean banker was preparing for divorce before UK family tragedy

New details have emerged suggesting that Zimbabwean banker Nothabo Zandile Tshuma was preparing to end her marriage and begin a new life with her two daughters before she and the children were found …

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 17:06hrs | 1088 Views

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Zimbabwe govt to continue reviewing taxes, levies

Government will continue reviewing taxes and levies to ensure they reflect prevailing economic conditions, improve the ease of doing business and support Zimbabwe's goal of attaining upper-middle-inc…

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 17:06hrs | 0 Views

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Backlash over Mnangagwa's CAB 3 consensus claim

President Emmerson Mnangagwa's assertion that the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment No. 3 Act was the product of "collective wisdom" has triggered renewed political debate, with some Zanu-PF insider…

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 17:04hrs | 0 Views

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Madinda Ndlovu calls for merit-based Warriors selection

Zimbabwe football legend Madinda "Khathazile" Ndlovu has called for a return to merit-based selection for the national team, saying the Warriors can only realise their full potential if places are ea…

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 17:38hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabweans prioritize funeral cover over health insurance

As Zimbabwe grapples with shrinking donor support for healthcare, experts have warned that a deeply rooted cultural paradox is undermining efforts to build a sustainable health system: millions of Zi…

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 17:10hrs | 0 Views

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Coach Rambo hospitalised after motorcycle crash

Popular fitness coach and biker Victor Kazembe, widely known as Coach Rambo, is recovering in hospital after sustaining multiple injuries in a road traffic accident along the Harare–Bulawayo Highway …

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 17:09hrs | 0 Views

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Veteran actor bashed after dispute with InDrive driver

Veteran actor and filmmaker Trueman Chikukwa has alleged that he was assaulted and robbed at gunpoint following a dispute with an InDrive driver over change after a trip in Harare.Chikukwa, who is we…

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 17:08hrs | 0 Views

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South African, Zimbabwean arrested with stolen vehicles in Limpopo

A 43-year-old South African man and a 45-year-old Zimbabwean national have been arrested in Limpopo after police intercepted two vehicles allegedly stolen in Gauteng and suspected to be destined for …

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 17:08hrs | 0 Views

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Mapfumo confirms Zimbabwe return for Chivayo's US$1 million performances

CHIMURENGA music legend Thomas "Mukanya" Mapfumo has confirmed that he will return to Zimbabwe for two high-profile performances after accepting businessman Wicknell Chivayo's invitation to perform a…

Published: 13 Jul 2026 at 15:28hrs | 0 Views

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Express Load truck overturns, family survives by whisker

HARARE — A South African‑registered truck belonging to Express Load overturned early Sunday morning after the driver reportedly failed to negotiate a curve while speeding.The truck, which was carryin…

Published: 12 Jul 2026 at 21:40hrs | 0 Views

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US warmonger dies a day after returning from Kyiv

Republican United States Senator Lindsey Graham of South Carolina has died at the age of 71 following what his office described as a "brief and sudden illness."In a statement released on Sunday, Grah…

Published: 12 Jul 2026 at 19:05hrs | 0 Views

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UK based Zimbabwean community champion killed in M62 tragedy

A devastating road tragedy has left the Zimbabwean community in the United Kingdom and beyond in mourning after a respected community champion, philanthropist and proud ambassador of Zimbabwean cultu…

Published: 12 Jul 2026 at 18:45hrs | 0 Views

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Bellarmine Mugabe's lawyers deny reports he is in South Africa

Lawyers representing Bellarmine Chatunga Mugabe, the son of former Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe, have dismissed social media claims that he was recently seen shopping in Midrand, South Africa, …

Published: 12 Jul 2026 at 18:21hrs | 0 Views

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Mnangagwa says Presidential term extension wasn't his idea

President Emmerson Mnangagwa says the constitutional amendments that extend Zimbabwe's electoral cycle and introduce a new method of electing future presidents were not his personal initiative but th…

Published: 12 Jul 2026 at 17:44hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe spies plotted to kill Ian Khama?

Former Botswana president Ian Khama says he has received warnings from two independent sources alleging that there is a plot to kill him, claims he links to his outspoken criticism of Zimbabwe's gove…

Published: 12 Jul 2026 at 17:27hrs | 1398 Views

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Questions raised over purported OPC letter naming Auxillia Mnangagwa as ‘incoming president’

Malawi signs SADC protocol on free movement of persons

Zimbabwe, China deepen cooperation on liberation war veterans' welfare

Maoneke calls for integrated government systems to improve service delivery

When Zimbabweans push back: What would SA do if Beitbridge shut them out?

Bulawayo's 159-bed complex houses nearly 1 000 people

Woman hires mother's neighbours to kill husband

Man rapes brother's two wives 'to punish him'

Bata's production capacity surges

Zimbabwe clinics sit on unused Starlink kits

Mthwakazi demands answers over abduction of activist

Gweru issues ultimatum on property numbering

Zimbabwe enters global battery chemicals market

RBZ injects US$2.1 billion to support ZiG stability

Zimbabwe exorbitant airlines taxes comes under spotlight

South African woman stranded in Zimbabwe after following husband

Veteran South African actor Seputla Sebogodi dies

What is the purpose of African peer review institutions if the welfare of ordinary citizens is secondary?

Man in court for impersonating a police officer

New highway to cut Harare-Victoria Falls trip by 200km

Mozambican refuses to give away her salon amid anti-migrant tensions

Zimbabwe crush Bangladesh to continue winning streak

Zimbabwe's future lies in strong local value chains

Zambia's former vice president Guy Scott dies at 82

Telecel Zimbabwe creditors to vote on corporate rescue plan

Bogus cop dupes security boss over fake firearms certificate

Cruise ships job offer ends up in recorded sex act

Mnangagwa presented with new ZiG100 and ZiG200 banknotes

Zimbabwe registers 15 000 skilled returnees from SA

ConCourt reserves judgment in challenge to Majome's reassignment

Will South Africa's anti-migrant wave reduce Zimbabwe's diaspora lifeline?

MetroPeach cashier steals US$49k, loses it all to betting

Soldier arrested for allegedly stealing ZESA cables in Bindura

Govt targets competitive tax regime to make Zim aviation hub

Prison escapee alleges officer helped plan jailbreak

Mai Clifford convicted of drunk driving, prohibited from driving

ZIFA suspends referees over officiating errors

Collapsed footbridge cuts off key route for Bulawayo residents

Cowdray Park outgrows Zimbabwe's major towns

Zimbabwean athletes shine at Hungarian Grand Prix

2 Harare company directors up for property fraud

Armed robbers raid EcoCash booth

Beitbridge introduces express lane for returning Zimbabweans

Zimbabwe police seal off NCA offices in fresh crackdown

Magistrate questions Zimbabwe's drug laws

Bulawayo to experience Radio and TV signal blackout

Zimbabwe prepares to receive up to 1.4 million land owners from SA

Mapfumo's Chivayo deal sparks debate

CCC MPs allege assault by suspected CIOs in Mutare