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State adds fresh murder charges on Guruve serial killer

ANYMORE Zvitsva, the suspected Guruve serial killer, yesterday appeared before Harare magistrate Ruth Moyo after the State added five fresh charges of murder and rape, taking the total to 17.

By TREVOR MUTSVAIRO Jan 20, 2026

State adds fresh murder charges on Guruve serial killer

Zim faces heavy rains, flash floods

By SHARON ZEBRA Jan 20, 2026

Father ordered to pay US$100 maintenance

By Belindah Chikandiwa Jan 20, 2026

Irrigation rehab to improve livelihoods: Jiri

THE government has embarked on a massive rehabilitation project of 426 irrigation schemes across Zimbabwe aimed at improving livelihoods and uplifting communities, particularly in dry areas.

By RUTH MASEKO Jan 20, 2026

Mbuya Nehanda Maternity to open in April

George Guvamatanga has announced that the Mbuya Nehanda Maternal Hospital at Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals will be officially re-opened on Independence Day

By Problem Masau Jan 20, 2026

Mbuya Nehanda Maternity to open in April

Harare City, vendors headed for another showdown

HARARE mayor Jacob Mafume has warned members of the municipal police that inconsistent enforcement of regulations will not be tolerated, adding that vendors who defy rules will face repercussions.

By GRACIOUS DANIEL Jan 20, 2026

Harare City, vendors headed for another showdown

Tough year ahead for NGOs: NANGO

The government last year passed a law that seeks to regulate NGOs and civic society organisations (CSOs) in Zimbabwe, with observers saying the legislation will curtail their activities.

By KIRSTY SIBANDA Jan 20, 2026

The biological revolution: How Gen Z will redefine African politics

By 2028, Generation Z will constitute the majority of Africa’s electorate, reshaping the continent’s political landscape with priorities far removed from liberation nostalgia.

By Wellington Muzengeza Jan 20, 2026

The biological revolution: How Gen Z will redefine African politics

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Tungwarara warned over utterances

The deputy commissar suggested that Tungwarara’s growing visibility within local politics can be linked to waning investor confidence in his work abroad.

By Staff Reporter Jan 19, 2026

Nguluvhe threatens commission for Beitbridge over flooding in border town

Nguluvhe gave the municipality three months to put its house in order and to outsource engineers to help resolve the town’s recurring flooding problems.

By Rex Mphisa Jan 19, 2026

Nguluvhe threatens commission for Beitbridge over flooding in border town

Akashinga appoints Crevello as chief executive

AKASHINGA, the women-led, community-focused conservation group in southern Africa, has appointed Stacy Crevello chief executive

By Obert Siamilandu Jan 19, 2026

Akashinga appoints Crevello as chief executive

Mutare’s Hillcrest College hit by mudslides

THE recent rains have exposed illegal mining by unscrupulous entrepreneurs, Chinese investors and artisanal miners at the Christmas Pass Mountain Range, after mudslides hit Hillcrest College

By Kenneth Nyangani Jan 19, 2026

Mutare’s Hillcrest College hit by mudslides

UN pushes Zim to ratify AU women’s rights convention

ZIMBABWE has been urged to ratify the African Union (AU) Convention on ending violence against women and girls, with the United Nations calling for faster adoption of the National Gender Equality

By PRIDE NYAMUPANGEDENGU Jan 19, 2026

UN pushes Zim to ratify AU women’s rights convention

Zim’s foreign currency earnings surge past US$16bn

From tobacco, gold and chrome to manufactured products, diaspora remittances and foreign direct investment, the surge in receipts has laid a firm foundation for the transition to NDS2.

By Tatenda Kunaka Jan 19, 2026

Zim’s foreign currency earnings surge past US$16bn

Govt steps in to resolve Chewore Safari Lodge lease dispute

GOVERNMENT has opened talks with stakeholders involved in the long-running dispute over Chewore Safari Lodge, a high-end tourism property in the Zambezi Valley

By Obert Siamilandu Jan 19, 2026

Govt steps in to resolve Chewore Safari Lodge lease dispute

Karo platinum project ramps up for 2027 output

CONSTRUCTION at the US$4,2 billion Karo Resources consolidated platinum project in Mhondoro-Mubaira is at an advanced stage, with full production expected in the first half of 2027

By Sydney Kawadza Jan 19, 2026

Karo platinum project ramps up for 2027 output

Opposition declares red line against ED life presidency

ZIMBABWE’S opposition and civic groups have warned that they are prepared to legally challenge any attempt to amend the Constitution to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s term

By Miriam Mangwaya Jan 19, 2026

Opposition declares red line against ED life presidency

Mutumwa Mawere: A legend with a beautiful mind

Mutumwa Mawere was a legend with a beautiful mind

By Vince Musewe Jan 18, 2026

Mutumwa Mawere: A legend with a beautiful mind

Zanu PF councillor engages sangoma

The intervention seeks to cushion vulnerable families against the crippling effects of poverty, which has left many guardians struggling to meet basic school obligations.

By Staff Reporter Jan 17, 2026

Climate change advocates hail MIF green energy stance

MIF chief executive officer John Mangudya said they aim to foster development.

By Nhau Mangirazi Jan 17, 2026

Climate change advocates hail MIF green energy stance

Gukurahundi victims raise concern over meetings outcome

Chief Nalukoba of Hwange district said they had been told that the Gukurahundi meetings would resume soon after the government has finished sorting out transport logistics.

By Nizbert Moyo Jan 17, 2026