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Topic : Traditional Leader

Rights group in bid to strengthen Traditional Leaders Act

According to the MIHR director, Khumbulani Maphosa, the amendment of the Act faced a setback after petitions were banned during elections in 2023.

By Patricia Sibanda Jan. 29, 2025

Rights group in bid to strengthen Traditional Leaders Act

Govt pledges bonuses for chiefs, messengers

Chiefs and traditional leaders have been accused of intimidating their subjects to support the ruling Zanu PF party during elections, in violation of their constitutional roles.

By Problem Masau Nov. 20, 2024

Govt pledges bonuses for chiefs, messengers

Region celebrates entry of Starlink

Starlink is now available in Zimbabwe for US$50 a month, plus US$350 for a setup kit, the company said on its website.

By Peter Dube Sep. 15, 2024

Chiefs terrorising subjects: Report

In its latest report titled Traditional Leaders in Zimbabwe Balancing Culture, Development and Democracy, HZT said chiefs were deviating from their mandate.

By Problem Masau Apr. 25, 2024

‘Chiefs now marriage officers’

Charumbira said this was necessary to ensure access to essential services for all Zimbabweans.

By Gracious Daniel Mar. 5, 2024

Traditional leaders most corrupt: Rights watchdog

Zanu PF director of information Farai Marapira said the accusations were baseless and should be dismissed with the contempt they deserve.

By Sharon Buwerimwe Mar. 4, 2024

Traditional leaders most corrupt: Rights watchdog

Traditional leaders top rights abuse list

The reports also come after the traditional leaders have been accused of intimidation, abuse and politicisation of food aid distribution programmes.

By Sharon Buwerimwe Dec. 18, 2023

Traditional leaders top rights abuse list

Matabeleland cultural awards date set

Categories up for grabs are weavers, carvers, rural huts decorators, traditional leadership, traditional dancers, traditional regalia designers and traditional cuisines among others.

By Silas Nkala Oct. 24, 2023