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Decolonization of the Zimbabwean mind!

Fellow Zimbabweans, As we celebrate our 46th independence (2026), we extend our deepest gratitude to the leaders who ushered Zimbabwe to independence. Thei

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Claims of high‑level interference surface in military officer case

HARARE – Unverified claims of high‑level political interference have emerged following the arrest and reported release of a military intelligence officer linked to the Presidential Guard, sparking de…

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ROHR UK Midlands Branch raises alarm over Zimbabwe's human rights situation

The Midlands Branch of the UK Chapter of Restoration of Human Rights Zimbabwe (ROHR) convened its monthly meeting on Saturday, 20 April 2024, at Secular Hall in Leicester, where members expressed dee…

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Mutoko ZANU PF youth leader in fresh bail bid over 'insult' charges

Human rights lawyers have intensified efforts to secure the release of a ZANU PF youth leader from Mutoko who has spent nearly a month in custody after being arrested for allegedly insulting Presiden…

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Anti‑sanctions boss arrested

Embattled Citizens Against Economic Sanctions (CAES) executive director Martin Zharare has been arrested.Bulawayo24.com is reliably informed that Zharare was arrested in Mount Darwin on Tuesday.Zhara…

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JR Goddard to develop commercial land near Victoria Falls

The Government has approved a major land development agreement with a consortium led by JR Goddard to develop 271 hectares of commercial land near Victoria Falls.The project will take place on Lot 1 …

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Zimbabwe maize output rises to 2.35m tonnes

Zimbabwe's maize production is projected to increase by 2% to 2.35 million tonnes in the 2025/26 season, up from 2.29 million tonnes last year, according to Agriculture minister Anxious Masuka.Presen…

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ZITF 2026 opening date brought forward

The official opening of the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) has been moved forward by a day, organisers have announced.In a notice, the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair Company said the cer…

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Chivayo withdraws MPs' US$3.6m pledge, redirects funds to Zanu-PF

Businessman Wicknell Chivayo has withdrawn his controversial US$3.6 million offer to Zimbabwe's 360 legislators following a backlash that exposed divisions within the ruling Zanu-PF.He has instead in…

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United States backs innovation and trade at ZITF forum

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening trade, investment and innovation partnerships with Zimbabwe through its participation in the third edition of the ZITF Innovators Foru…

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Zimbabwe records 115 days without load shedding

Zimbabwe's power sector has reached a significant milestone, recording over 115 consecutive days without load shedding, as a combination of increased generation capacity, tariff reforms, regional imp…

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High Court halts Umguza evictions

The High Court of Zimbabwe in Bulawayo has ordered a halt to the eviction of more than 60 long-settled occupants in Umguza, Matebeleland North, pending the determination of a rescission application c…

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CID busts suspected mineral smuggling syndicate

A clearing agent based at Chirundu Border Post has been arrested and charged with facilitating the theft and attempted smuggling of lead blocks valued at US$100 000.Kudakwashe Dezi (43), who operates…

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Zimbabwe nurses protest absurd salary review

Striking nurses have called on authorities to investigate "naughty" officials accused of implementing a disputed salary adjustment, as a nationwide job action disrupts health services across Zimbabwe…

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Zimasco sues miner over alleged chrome theft

Zimasco has taken miner Fidelis Mudzengi to court, seeking US$269 474 in compensation for allegedly extracting chrome ore from its mining claim without authorisation.The matter was heard before High …

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Church faces heat over legal spending

The Assemblies of God Back To God (AOG-BTG) is facing mounting scrutiny from its membership amid concerns over governance practices, financial management and the use of church resources to fund legal…

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Harare contracts spark public backlash

Residents in Harare have dismissed the signing of performance contracts by senior city officials as ineffective, arguing the move fails to address deep-rooted service delivery challenges at Town Hous…

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MPs who accept Chivayo's offer must face graft charges

By now, the controversy surrounding businessman Wicknell Chivayo's proposed US$3.6 million payment to Zimbabwe's parliamentarians has moved beyond politics. It is now a legal question.Can Members of …

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Zimbabwe govt pleads with striking nurses to return to work

Zimbabwe's government has moved into urgent crisis management after a nationwide nurses' strike severely disrupted public hospitals, exposing deepening strains in the country's health sector.Health M…

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'Zimbabwe-Russia ties to deepen'

Emmerson Mnangagwa has said Zimbabwe and Russia will continue strengthening long-standing relations spanning trade, political cooperation and the health sector, following a farewell courtesy call fro…

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Zimbabwe targets Bulawayo for leather industry revival

The Government says Bulawayo is strategically positioned to lead the revival of Zimbabwe's leather sector as authorities push for value addition and industrial transformation under the national indus…

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Mugabe 'wept for Chiwenga' after 2017 coup

Former President Robert Mugabe reportedly harboured no ill will toward then-military commander Constantino Chiwenga after the 2017 military intervention that ended his long rule, according to exiled …

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Zimbabwe moves to introduce 50-year land-use masterplan

The Government is developing a 50-year national land-use masterplan aimed at curbing unplanned developments on prime agricultural land and restoring long-term order in Zimbabwe's spatial planning sys…

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Prophet claims surge in diaspora marriage 'break-up prayers'

A Chitungwiza-based prophet says he has been inundated with requests from Zimbabwean women in the diaspora seeking spiritual intervention to end their marriages and relationships.The self-styled prop…

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Zimra warns tax defaulters, pushes for strict compliance

The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority has issued a stern warning to tax defaulters, saying the era of lax compliance is over and urging businesses and individuals to align fully with tax laws to support nat…

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DNA testing ordered for kombi explosion victims

The Government has turned to forensic science to help identify victims of last week's devastating Toyota Quantum crash after the discovery of additional human remains raised concerns that the death t…

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Bosso salary row clouds Bulawayo derby build-up

The build-up to tomorrow's Bulawayo derby between Highlanders FC and Chicken Inn FC at Barbourfields Stadium has been overshadowed by a salary dispute that saw Highlanders players reportedly refuse t…

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Mapeza braces for tough Dembare test

Norman Mapeza says his side is fully prepared for a far more difficult challenge when they face Dynamos FC in their Castle Lager Premiership clash at Rufaro Stadium, warning that the Harare giants ha…

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Caps United tighten grip on summit

Caps United 1 - 0 TelOne FCCAPS United FC strengthened their title credentials with a narrow 1–0 victory over TelOne FC at Rufaro Stadium yesterday, a result that sends the Green Machine to the top o…

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Man axes stepmother, sets her on fire

A 20-year-old man from Lupane has been sentenced to 16 years in prison for murdering his 72-year-old stepmother in a violent attack over cooking oil, in a case the High Court described as exceptional…

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Zimbabwe govt convenes urgent talks to resolve nurses' strike

The Government has convened an extraordinary meeting between the Health Apex Panel and the Health Services Commission in a bid to resolve the ongoing nurses' strike that has disrupted services at pub…

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Zimbabwe to unveil AI farming revolution

Zimbabwe is set to unveil a major agricultural transformation agenda anchored on artificial intelligence, digital farming systems and strengthened seed sovereignty at the Zimbabwe International Trade…

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Drummond farm workers face water safety, housing concerns

Workers at Drummond Ranch near Beitbridge are reportedly facing a potential waterborne disease risk after allegations that they are being forced to drink untreated water drawn directly from an on-far…

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Peterhouse School ordered to reinstate head

The Labour Court has ordered Peterhouse Group of Schools to reinstate former deputy head Mirriam Shumba after finding that her dismissal was unfair and procedurally flawed.In a judgment delivered in …

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UP opens applications for human rights LLM, calls for Africa's next generation of leaders

The University of Pretoria (UP) has opened applications for its prestigious LLM in Human Rights and Democratisation in Africa (HRDA), calling on aspiring human rights practitioners across the contine…

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High Court blocks execution on developed Tynwald stand

The High Court in Harare has stopped the sale in execution of a Tynwald property after ruling that buyers who paid for and developed the stand had proved "special circumstances" warranting protection…

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Karoi man jailed 12 months for stealing vendor's goods

KAROI - A 44‑year‑old man from Karoi has been sentenced to an effective 12 months in prison after being convicted of stealing merchandise belonging to a local vendor, the National Prosecuting Authori…

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Zanu-PF official accused of assaulting sub‑chief at Murowa business centre

A Zanu PF district chairman in Murowa, Midlands Province, has been accused of assaulting an elderly sub‑chief in an incident that has sparked outrage among local residents and raised questions about …

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Rand remains currency of choice in Matebeleland

While authorities celebrate the rollout of new Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) banknotes, uptake on the ground remains limited in parts of Matebeleland, where the South African rand continues to dominate everyda…

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Honda Fit theft wave sparks syndicate fears in Gweru

Police in Gweru have recovered six stolen vehicles within a three-week period, raising suspicions of a coordinated car theft syndicate targeting small vehicles in the Midlands capital.Midlands police…

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Fugitive cop‑basher jailed five years

A fugitive Bindura man who stabbed a police officer while resisting arrest has been jailed five years after being tracked down years later.Tatenda Boarder Muringai (25) was sentenced to an effective …

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Chief dies after collapse at Independence celebrations

Chief Mapungwana, born Aneas Mapungwana and serving as a Senator, has died following a sudden collapse during the national Independence Day celebrations held in Maphisa, Matabeleland South, on Saturd…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 19:39hrs | 2450 Views

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Zanu-PF Youth League rebukes Chivayo

The Zanu-PF Youth League has issued a rare public rebuke to party benefactor Wicknell Chivayo over his pledge to donate US$3.6 million to Parliament for distribution to Members of Parliament.Chivayo …

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 17:54hrs | 1092 Views

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Zicomo condemns Chivayo's US$10,000 payment to MPs

The Zimbabwe Constitutional Movement (ZICOMO), one of the groups opposing Constitutional Amendment Number 3 Bill, has strongly criticised businessman Wicknell Chivayo's pledge of US$3.6 million to Me…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 17:51hrs | 795 Views

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Highlanders FC players abandon training

Highlanders players abandoned training today after going on strike over unpaid salaries and bonuses, plunging the Bulawayo giants into fresh turmoil just days before their Castle Lager Premier Soccer…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 17:15hrs | 750 Views

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Botswana nationals in Zimbabwe court over alleged car theft

Two Botswana nationals have appeared before the Bulawayo Regional Court facing charges of stealing a luxury vehicle from a South African car rental company and allegedly bringing it into Zimbabwe aft…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 17:14hrs | 394 Views

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ZINARA rolls out 100% penalty waiver

The Zimbabwe National Road Administration (ZINARA) has introduced a 100% waiver on penalties for overdue vehicle licensing fees, in a limited-time campaign running alongside the Zimbabwe Internationa…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 17:13hrs | 564 Views

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Zanu PF Youth League rejects proposed US$3.6 million donation to Parliament

The Zanu PF Youth League has publicly rejected a reported plan by businessman Wicknell Chivayo to donate US$3.6 million to Parliament, arguing that such a contribution risks undermining the integrity…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 16:32hrs | 630 Views

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ZMC goes 6 months without Commissioners

The Zimbabwe Media Commission (ZMC), a constitutionally established Chapter 12 institution mandated to regulate the media industry, has been operating without commissioners for six months, raising co…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 15:31hrs | 303 Views

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Chatunga facing a critical legal impasse in a South Africa

Bellarmine Chatunga, the son of Zimbabwe's late former President Robert Mugabe, and his cousin Tobias Tamirepi Matonhodze are facing a critical legal impasse in a South African criminal case linked t…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 15:23hrs | 1301 Views

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Zimbabwe, Zambia opt for new Vic Falls freight bridge

The governments of Zimbabwe and Zambia have agreed to restrict the use of the Victoria Falls Bridge by heavy trucks and trains, marking a decisive shift from years of debate over the future of the ce…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 14:22hrs | 518 Views

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Trump admin launches $166B tariff refund portal

The Trump administration on Monday launched a new system to begin refunding $166 billion in tariffs to U.S. importers after the Supreme Court ruled the levies unlawful earlier this year.The system, k…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 14:06hrs | 415 Views

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Zimbabweans stampede to learn Chinese language

INSIDE a classroom in Harare, the capital of Zimbabwe, the rhythmic sounds of Mandarin are punctuated by bursts of applause as a student finished singing a Chinese song, turning a routine lesson into…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 14:01hrs | 393 Views

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High Court rules rent attachment does not permit seizure of tenant's property

The High Court of Zimbabwe has ruled that a landlord cannot remove a tenant's property under a rent attachment order, clarifying the limits of such orders in a judgment delivered on 19 March 2026.In …

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 13:20hrs | 746 Views

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Man jailed for assaulting girlfriend over HIV dispute

A 38‑year‑old man from Southlea Park in Harare has been sentenced to an effective nine months in prison after assaulting his girlfriend during a dispute over HIV transmission.The Mbare Magistrates' C…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 13:15hrs | 469 Views

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VAAZ declares Independence Day a ‘moment of mourning' in scathing government critique

The Veteran Activists Association Zimbabwe (VAAZ) has issued a strongly worded statement marking the country's 46th Independence Day, describing the anniversary not as a celebration but as a "day of …

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 13:15hrs | 0 Views

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BCC dismisses siltation claims

The Bulawayo City Council has dismissed concerns over alleged siltation in its water supply dams, insisting that there is no significant silt build-up and that no de-silting programme is currently pl…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:57hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe pushes for regional harmonised exams system

Zimbabwe has called for the harmonisation of education assessment systems across the Southern African region, including stronger safeguards to prevent examination leaks among member states.The call w…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:57hrs | 0 Views

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Arrested NDP president Fambi now at ZRP Masvingo HQ

Togara Fambi, president of the National Progressive Democrats, has been transferred to the ZRP Masvingo Headquarters where he is expected to appear before a military court, following his arrest in Gw…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:56hrs | 0 Views

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Hubby sues wife's alleged lover, wife sues husband's mistress

An 11-year marriage has descended into a high-stakes legal battle in the High Court of Zimbabwe, where both husband and wife have filed separate adultery lawsuits against alleged lovers, seeking subs…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:28hrs | 1165 Views

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Zacc distances itself from Beitbridge border crackdown

Uncertainty has deepened over a sweeping enforcement operation targeting undeclared goods at the Beitbridge Border Post after the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (Zacc) distanced itself from the …

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:27hrs | 342 Views

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Zanu-PF politician vacates farm to avoid jail

A former Zanu-PF Chinhoyi constituency candidate in the 2023 harmonised elections, Thomas Chidzomba, narrowly avoided arrest for contempt of court after hastily complying with a court order to vacate…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:26hrs | 313 Views

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Ibbo Mandaza threatens legal action over SAPES bombing probe

Academic and political analyst Ibbo Mandaza has threatened legal action against the police, accusing investigators of failing to provide updates on the bombing of SAPES Trust offices in Harare last y…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:26hrs | 0 Views

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Harare municipal workers demand bribes for sewer bursts

The sanitation crisis in Harare is worsening amid allegations that some municipal workers are demanding bribes to attend to burst sewage pipes, as the city grapples with deteriorating infrastructure …

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:25hrs | 0 Views

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Court battle erupts over CAB3 hearings

Zimbabwe's legal system has become the central arena for escalating disputes over the proposed Constitutional Amendment No. 3 Bill (CAB3), with activists challenging the legitimacy of recent parliame…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:24hrs | 0 Views

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'Independence has failed Zimbabwe teachers'

Teachers' unions in Zimbabwe have raised serious concerns over declining living standards in the education sector, arguing that the promises of independence in 1980 have not translated into improved …

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:06hrs | 245 Views

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Zimbabwe's two-tier independence exposed

The 46th Independence commemorations in Maphisa have sparked debate over widening inequalities between liberation war veterans and Zimbabwe's political elite, after contrasting images of luxury air t…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 12:04hrs | 502 Views

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Zimbabwe's currency is undervalued by nearly half

Zimbabwe's currency is undervalued by almost half, the governor of the central bank said, pointing to the foreign reserves and gold that back the unit."If we wanted to buy back all the local currency…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 09:20hrs | 737 Views

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Soldiers block High Court eviction in Mazowe farm standoff

An attempted High Court eviction at a disputed farm in Mazowe was brought to a halt after two army colonels allegedly blocked the Sheriff of the High Court from carrying out a court order, leading to…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 08:13hrs | 761 Views

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Zimbabwe, Botswana pledge tariff barriers removal

Zimbabwe and Botswana have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening socio-economic relations, with a focus on removing tariff and non-tariff barriers to boost trade and improve livelihoods in bot…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:57hrs | 0 Views

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Exhibitors, buyers troop in for ZITF 2026

Zimbabwe International Trade Fair 2026 has officially begun in Bulawayo, with exhibitors and buyers continuing to stream into the city as final preparations are completed for the country's premier tr…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:56hrs | 273 Views

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Man jailed for violent assault over 'sabhuku' remark

A 61-year-old man from Gutu has been sentenced to an effective 20 months in prison after violently assaulting a 23-year-old man during a dispute sparked by a seemingly innocuous remark.Hebert Magombe…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:53hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe govt extends companies re-registration deadline

The Government of Zimbabwe has extended the deadline for the re-registration of companies and other business entities to April 20, 2028, granting firms an additional two years to comply with statutor…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:52hrs | 0 Views

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Econet AI set to reshape Zimbabwe's economy

Nearly three decades after revolutionising Zimbabwe's telecoms sector, Econet Wireless Zimbabwe has launched a bold new venture into artificial intelligence, a move that could significantly reshape t…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:49hrs | 271 Views

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Bere chieftainship restored in Masvingo

The Bere chieftainship has been formally restored following the installation of Petros Murombo Mahwekwe as substantive Chief Bere at Chidzikwe Primary School in Masvingo, bringing to an end an acting…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:47hrs | 0 Views

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Language policy row deepens in Matebeleland schools

In classrooms across Matebeleland, a quiet but consequential struggle is unfolding - one that pits language, identity and educational outcomes against the realities of policy implementation.The debat…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:46hrs | 434 Views

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Teacher convicted of rape granted bail pending appeal

A teacher from Founders High School who was sentenced to 20 years in prison for raping a 17-year-old pupil has been granted bail pending appeal by the High Court.Obed Rwatiringa, a Biology teacher fr…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:45hrs | 0 Views

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Cancer cases surge in Zimbabwe

A leading Zimbabwean oncologist has raised concern over the country's rising cancer burden, warning that late diagnosis and systemic gaps continue to strain public health institutions.Anna Mary Nyaka…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:44hrs | 0 Views

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Opposition activist reported for 'insulting' Mnangagwa

Prominent opposition activist Wilson Runánga has been reported to police in Gutu on allegations of insulting President Emmerson Mnangagwa in a WhatsApp group.According to a police report reference RR…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:43hrs | 0 Views

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Mnangagwa warns over social media abuse

Emmerson Mnangagwa has raised concern over what he described as the growing abuse of social media, warning that the Government will take firm action to protect citizens - particularly children - from…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:43hrs | 0 Views

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CID boss in court for deploying cop facing murder charge

A senior police officer in Gutu has appeared before the Magistrates Court in Masvingo facing charges of negligence of duty after allegedly deploying a suspended officer who later shot and killed a ci…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:42hrs | 510 Views

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Iran war leaves Zimbabwe economy at crossroads

Zimbabwe's economic recovery is facing renewed pressure, with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) projecting a slowdown in growth to 5% in 2026 - down by 2.5 percentage points from the previous yea…

Published: 20 Apr 2026 at 07:39hrs | 0 Views

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ZITF 2026 nears full capacity as organisers enter final execution phase

The Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) 2026 has entered its final execution phase, with organisers confirming that exhibition space is almost fully booked ahead of the official opening next wee…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 21:41hrs | 0 Views

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Abducted MRP activist found in police custody as access is denied and charges disputed

A new development has emerged in the case of Mthwakazi Republic Party (MRP) activist Charles Mzilankatha Potse Ncube, who has been located in police custody at a Zimbabwe Republic Police station in K…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 21:38hrs | 915 Views

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Opposition voice calls for 'sombre reflection' on Independence Day

As Zimbabwe marks 46 years of independence, a section of opposition voices has urged citizens to observe the day as a moment of reflection rather than celebration, arguing that many of the country's …

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 21:35hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe police hunt Chimanimani shooting suspect

The Zimbabwe Republic Police has launched a manhunt for a 30-year-old man wanted in connection with a shooting incident that left three people injured in Chimanimani.Police identified the suspect as …

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 19:02hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe's gold rush is combined with a power grab

IN THE MAZOWE river valley, 50km north of Harare, Zimbabwe's capital, the gold rush is hard to miss. Hillsides have been hewed by excavators that scoop out ore as if it were gelato from a tub. Pipes …

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 17:41hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe tops buyers as SA GMO maize exports slow

South Africa exported 36,174 tonnes of maize last week, with Zimbabwe emerging as the leading destination, taking in more than half of the shipments.Data shows that Zimbabwe accounted for approximate…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 16:56hrs | 0 Views

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Botswana President jets in for State visit

Botswana President Duma Boko is expected in Zimbabwe on Tuesday for a three-day State visit that will see him co-chair a key bilateral meeting and officially open this year's Zimbabwe International T…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 15:53hrs | 783 Views

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HIFA returns after 8-year break

Zimbabwe's premier arts showcase, the Harare International Festival of the Arts (HIFA), is set to make a long-awaited return in 2026 after an eight-year hiatus.Organisers announced that the festival …

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 15:30hrs | 0 Views

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Zimbabwe witnessing its biggest political scandal since independence

Businessman Wicknell Chivayo says he will hand over US$3.6 million to Parliament so each of the country's 360 MPs and Senators receives US$10,000, ostensibly for constituency development. This is not…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 15:25hrs | 0 Views

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Obert Mpofu's fall signals Zanu-PF tensions

Nine years ago, Obert Mpofu stood beaming beside Emmerson Mnangagwa, having played a pivotal role in the dramatic events that ushered in a new political era.As chair of the Zanu-PF meeting that expel…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 14:44hrs | 1570 Views

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Mnangagwa advisor in nasty fight over Jonathan Moyo

President Emmerson Mnangagwa's advisor, Edwin Isaac Manikai, is locked in a bitter legal battle with journalist and politician Jealousy Mawarire, following allegations of defamation stemming from a p…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 14:38hrs | 1018 Views

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Zimbabwe medical funds fight clinics sell-off

The Association of Healthcare Funders of Zimbabwe (AHFoZ) has petitioned Parliament to halt proposed amendments that would bar medical aid societies from operating clinics, hospitals, pharmacies, and…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 14:37hrs | 0 Views

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Grade 2 pupil and neighbor die in gas-filled well in Nkayi

A Grade 2 pupil and a young man died on Thursday in a harrowing incident at a neighbor's well in Nkayi Ward 19, after being overcome by suspected carbon monoxide and a lack of oxygen.The tragedy unfo…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 14:34hrs | 0 Views

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Chiefs fume over Independence Day snub

Some traditional leaders were left fuming after security personnel denied them entry into Maphisa Stadium during Zimbabwe's 46th Independence Day celebrations on Saturday.Chief Fuyane of Maphisa expr…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 14:31hrs | 574 Views

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The shadowy apparatus silencing critics of Mnangagwa's third term

Zimbabwe is witnessing a surge of brazen daylight attacks on activists, lawyers, and opposition figures who have spoken out against Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3), a controversial proposa…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 14:31hrs | 0 Views

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Uganda crushes Zimbabwe's World Cup dream

Uganda 4 - 1 ZimbabweZimbabwe's hopes of qualifying for the FIFA Under-17 Women's World Cup came to a painful end after a heavy defeat to Uganda at the FUFA Stadium Kadiba on Saturday.The Young Might…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 12:47hrs | 0 Views

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Trevor Ncube warns of 'coup repeating' in Zimbabwe

Prominent publisher Trevor Ncube, who was a member of Emmerson Mnangagwa's Presidential Advisory Council (PAC), has issued a stark warning over Zimbabwe's political trajectory, drawing parallels betw…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 12:20hrs | 2216 Views

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Three arrested in Zimbabwe-SA cross-border smuggling sting

Three men, including a father-and-son duo, briefly appeared in court on Wednesday following their arrest in an intelligence-driven operation targeting the alleged facilitation of illegal movement int…

Published: 19 Apr 2026 at 12:49hrs | 0 Views

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Decolonization of the Zimbabwean mind!

Claims of high‑level interference surface in military officer case

ROHR UK Midlands Branch raises alarm over Zimbabwe's human rights situation

Mutoko ZANU PF youth leader in fresh bail bid over 'insult' charges

Anti‑sanctions boss arrested

JR Goddard to develop commercial land near Victoria Falls

Zimbabwe maize output rises to 2.35m tonnes

ZITF 2026 opening date brought forward

Chivayo withdraws MPs' US$3.6m pledge, redirects funds to Zanu-PF

United States backs innovation and trade at ZITF forum

Zimbabwe records 115 days without load shedding

High Court halts Umguza evictions

CID busts suspected mineral smuggling syndicate

Zimbabwe nurses protest absurd salary review

Zimasco sues miner over alleged chrome theft

Church faces heat over legal spending

Harare contracts spark public backlash

MPs who accept Chivayo's offer must face graft charges

Zimbabwe govt pleads with striking nurses to return to work

'Zimbabwe-Russia ties to deepen'

Zimbabwe targets Bulawayo for leather industry revival

Mugabe 'wept for Chiwenga' after 2017 coup

Zimbabwe moves to introduce 50-year land-use masterplan

Prophet claims surge in diaspora marriage 'break-up prayers'

Zimra warns tax defaulters, pushes for strict compliance

DNA testing ordered for kombi explosion victims

Bosso salary row clouds Bulawayo derby build-up

Mapeza braces for tough Dembare test

Caps United tighten grip on summit

Man axes stepmother, sets her on fire

Zimbabwe govt convenes urgent talks to resolve nurses' strike

Zimbabwe to unveil AI farming revolution

Drummond farm workers face water safety, housing concerns

Peterhouse School ordered to reinstate head

UP opens applications for human rights LLM, calls for Africa's next generation of leaders

High Court blocks execution on developed Tynwald stand

Karoi man jailed 12 months for stealing vendor's goods

Zanu-PF official accused of assaulting sub‑chief at Murowa business centre

Rand remains currency of choice in Matebeleland

Honda Fit theft wave sparks syndicate fears in Gweru

Fugitive cop‑basher jailed five years

Chief dies after collapse at Independence celebrations

Zanu-PF Youth League rebukes Chivayo

Zicomo condemns Chivayo's US$10,000 payment to MPs

Highlanders FC players abandon training

Botswana nationals in Zimbabwe court over alleged car theft

ZINARA rolls out 100% penalty waiver

Zanu PF Youth League rejects proposed US$3.6 million donation to Parliament

ZMC goes 6 months without Commissioners