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Zimbabwe pushes for direct Dubai - Victoria Falls link

A Zimbabwean delegation is in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) holding negotiations aimed at establishing a direct air route between Dubai and Victoria Falls, in a move designed to boost tourism inflows and strengthen the country's global co…

Published: 7 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

High Court stops eviction of 65 families in Umguza

The Bulawayo High Court has temporarily halted the eviction and demolition of homes belonging to more than 65 families in Makwati Village, Umguza District, offering relief to villagers who faced the prospect of losing homes they have occup…

Published: 10 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Brig-General (Rtd) Tshuma dies

The Zimbabwe National Army has announced the death of Brigadier-General (Retired) Donald Silundi Tshuma, a senior former military officer and liberation war veteran whose Chimurenga name was Henry Silundi.He was 71.According to a statement…

Published: 10 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

UK divorce order upheld in Makoni property fight

The Constitutional Court of Zimbabwe has dismissed an application by banker Julius Tawona Makoni seeking to block the enforcement of an English divorce judgment that awarded his former wife substantial matrimonial assets.In a judgment deli…

Published: 10 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mubaiwa's bid to stop Chiwenga attempted murder trial flops

The High Court of Zimbabwe has dismissed an application by former model and businesswoman Marry Mubaiwa seeking a permanent stay of criminal proceedings in her

Published: 10 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga arrives in Russia

Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has arrived in Russia to attend a major digital economy conference, as Zimbabwe intensifies efforts to accelerate its national digitisation and broader economic transformation agenda.The Vice President i…

Published: 10 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Companies abandon Harare CBD

A growing number of major corporates are relocating from Harare's central business district (CBD), signalling what property analysts describe as a "clear structural shift" in Zimbabwe's commercial real estate market.The trend is being driv…

Published: 10 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Robber jailed five years

A Bindura man, James Chigume, from Wayerera Village, has been jailed for five years for robbery following his conviction before Bindura magistrate Felix Chauromwe.The 21‑year‑old will serve four years and six months, with six months suspen…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Simbarashe Sithole

Zanu PF councillor mourns supporter

Mazowe Ward 30 Councillor Dickson Muchero (Zanu PF) has mourned the death of staunch party supporter Future Kamedzera, who passed away in the ward after a short illness.Muchero described Kamedzera as a dedicated and reliable supporter who …

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Simbarashe Sithole

In Zimbabwe, relatives could now be called to donate blood for patients

The Zimbabwe Government says it is working on reforms that would allow relatives and family members to donate blood directly for their loved ones in hospitals as part of efforts to reduce the high cost of blood transfusion services and imp…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe expands AI traffic surveillance

Drivers navigating the busy intersections of Harare and Bulawayo are increasingly encountering sophisticated multi-lens surveillance cameras mounted above refurbished traffic lights as Zimbabwe accelerates its Smart Zimbabwe 2030 programme…

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Cop who declared himself police boss acquitted

A Zimbabwe Republic Police officer who shocked the country last year after declaring himself the new Commissioner-General of Police and issuing unlawful directives on social media has been found not guilty due to mental illness.Simbarashe …

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

ConCourt blocks live broadcast of CAB 3 challenge hearing

Constitutional Court of Zimbabwe has rejected an application by a private media outlet seeking permission to live-stream proceedings in a high-profile legal challenge against proposed constitutional amendments linked to President Emmerson …

Published: 9 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Pumula South spear killer appears in court

Two men from Bulawayo have separately appeared before the courts facing serious violent crime charges, including murder and attempted murder, following incidents linked to alleged misunderstandings.In the first case, Nhlanhla Moyo (48) of …

Published: 10 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo City Council wage bill exceeds govt limits

Bulawayo City Council is facing mounting financial pressure after salaries consumed more than half of its 2026 budget, placing the local authority in breach of Government-prescribed expenditure ratios.Confidential council documents reveal …

Published: 10 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Chivayo's ex-mother-in-law arrested

Tabitha Madzikanda, the former mother-in-law of businessman Wicknell Chivayo, has been arrested on allegations of fraud after reportedly attempting to siphon US$1.4 million from a trust account belonging to her grandchildren.Madzikanda, wh…

Published: 15 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe drawn Against DR Congo, Equatorial Guinea in AFCON aualifiers

Zimbabwe national football team have been drawn in Group E of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers following the official draw conducted by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Tuesday.The Warriors will battle Democratic Rep…

Published: 15 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Madzikatidze granted bail

Journalist Gideon Madzikatidze, who is employed by Bulawayo24, has been granted bail by the High Court in Harare following a successful appeal based on changed circumstances.The ruling was handed down on May 15, 2026, by High Court judge R…

Published: 17 hrs ago | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa says 'kings' do not announce their travels

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has defended his recent unannounced foreign trip, dismissing criticism over his secrecy and declaring that a "king" does not move according to public expectations.Mnangagwa quietly left Zimbabwe last Wednesday …