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Sadc Summit: Stop and search, ‘curfew’, increased arrests

This comes as an official curfew seems to have kicked-in in the capital.

By Chantay Ruswa and Takudzwanashe Mangongera and Trevor Mutsvairo Aug. 17, 2024

Sadc Summit: Stop and search, ‘curfew’, increased arrests

Human rights abuses blot Zim’s Sadc chairmanship’

This comes as scores of human rights activists have found themselves under lock and key, facing charges of violence and planned protests against the regime.

By Lorraine Muromo and Chantay Ruswa Aug. 20, 2024

Human rights abuses blot Zim’s Sadc chairmanship’

Mudenda leads push for Sadc Parly

In his address, Mudenda said the proposal for the Sadc Parliament would not interfere with the authority of member States.

By Chantay Ruswa Aug. 22, 2024

Sex enhancing drug overdose fatal: Expert

Marisa also revealed that there might be health-related complications as a result of taking an overdose of sex enhancers including severe headaches and blurred vision.

By Lawrence Maphosa and Chantay Ruswa Aug. 27, 2024

Sex enhancing drug overdose fatal: Expert

ED2030 push: ‘We’ll fight tooth and nail’

The Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition said it would exhaust all legal channels to stop Zanu PF from amending the Constitution.

By Problem Masau and Chantay Ruswa Aug. 28, 2024

ED2030 push: ‘We’ll fight tooth and nail’

Hre, Chi-Town face acute water shortages as dams decommissioned

Harare’s total water demand has increased to 1 200ML when areas such as Caledonia and southern parts along the Harare-Masvingo Highway are connected.

By Lawrence Maphosa and Chantay Ruswa Aug. 29, 2024

Hre, Chi-Town face acute water shortages as dams decommissioned

More dark days ahead…as Kariba faces shutdown

This has left the country in a situation whereby it could soon be forced to turn off it power generation turbines at Kariba Hydroelectric Power Station.

By Chantay Ruswa and Lawrence Maphosa Sep. 3, 2024

More dark days ahead…as Kariba faces shutdown

Funding constraints hamper malaria battle: Mombeshora

The disease accounts for about 40% of outpatient attendances in the moderate to high transmission districts, especially during the peak transmission period.

By Chantay Ruswa and Lawrence Maphosa Sep. 6, 2024

Funding constraints hamper malaria battle: Mombeshora

Prisons boss Chihobvu wows global audience

She said the audience was particularly impressed by ZPCS’ emphasis on inmates training and development, a critical component in enabling desistance among ex-inmates.

By Chantay Ruswa Sep. 6, 2024

Prisons boss Chihobvu wows global audience

Zanu PF panics over ZiG collapse

The ZWG is not the first currency to be introduced by authorities in recent years.

By Priviledge Gumbodete and Chantay Ruswa Sep. 13, 2024

Gold mobilisation national taskforce dispatched to shore up deliveries

Speaking at the second gold mobilisation send-off workshop held in Harare yesterday, Mines and Mining Development minister Winston Chitando said global demand for gold was on the increase.

By Chantay Ruswa and Lawrence Maphosa Sep. 17, 2024

Gold mobilisation national taskforce dispatched to shore up deliveries

Mnangagwa was supposed to be in crashed chopper: Govt

“The Civil Aviation Authority of Zimbabwe is carrying out investigations and a statement will be issued at the appropriate time.”

By Priviledge Gumbodete and Chantay Ruswa Sep. 18, 2024

Mnangagwa was supposed to be in crashed chopper: Govt

Fishing industry crying for robust strategies: Govt

Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development secretary Obert Jiri said Zimbabwe had a deficit of 45 000 metric tonnes against a demand of 60 000 metric tonnes of fish annually.

By Blessed Ndlovu and Ashton Ndakusiya and Chantay Ruswa Sep. 24, 2024

Fishing industry crying for robust strategies: Govt

Tsenengamu quits politics, leads anti-corruption fight

He claimed that the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Citizens Task Force was registered four years ago, but was not operational.

By Priviledge Gumbodete and Chantay Ruswa Sep. 25, 2024

Tsenengamu quits politics, leads anti-corruption fight

No special treatment for Starlink: Govt

These are TelOne, Aura, Dandemutande, Frampol, Zodsat and Namibia-based Paratus, which has an office in Zimbabwe.

By Chantay Ruswa and Takudzwanashe Mangongera Sep. 25, 2024

Zimbos fret over army hand in politics

Serving and retired military officers have been deployed to sit on the boards of parastatals in what critics say is militarisation of State institutions.

By Chantay Ruswa Sep. 26, 2024

‘Homelessness shouldn’t be a crime’

He also shared the story of Kuda, a young man living on the streets of Harare, who has been instrumental in connecting ZimRights with other homeless people.

By Chantay Ruswa Oct. 1, 2024

20% of Zim rural areas in water crisis: Unicef

The agency has appealed for US$34 million for the rehabilitation of water points to ensure people in need access safe water.

By Lawrence Maphosa and Chantay Ruswa Oct. 4, 2024

20% of Zim rural areas in water crisis: Unicef

Seed Co, govt launches national crop farming competition

NCFC prizes will include seed, fertiliser, scotchcarts, grinding mills, motorcyles, 5kVA solar systems and mobile tractors, among others.

By Chantay Ruswa Oct. 4, 2024

Seed Co, govt launches national crop farming competition

ED’s Sona ‘uninspiring’

The ZiG was devalued last Friday, triggering widespread price hikes of basic goods and services, with some service providers rejecting the local currency to avoid losses.

By Takudzwa Munemo and Chantay Ruswa and Lawrence Maphosa Oct. 4, 2024

Zanu PF reads riot act to errant DCC leaders

He warned the DCC leaders to desist from reactionary conduct saying going forward, the party will take severe disciplinary measures against those found on the wrong side.

By Lawrence Maphosa and Chantay Ruswa Oct. 5, 2024

Zanu PF reads riot act to errant DCC leaders

ChiTown in door-to-door drive to recover ZiG160m

The exercise began on October 3 and runs up to October 17 with the local authority saying the move would enhance convenience for residents and other stakeholders.

By Chantay Ruswa Oct. 7, 2024

ChiTown in door-to-door drive to recover ZiG160m

Teachers in fresh US$1 260 salary demand

The demands, made during World Teachers Day commemorations held over the weekend, come amid rising prices of basic commodities which has left employees on the brink.

By Gracious Daniel and Chantay Ruswa Oct. 7, 2024

Teachers in fresh US$1 260 salary demand

‘Scrap BEAM, introduce student grants’

Zimbabwe has struggled to meet the stipulated Dakar Declaration, which indicates that 20% of the national budget must go to education.

By Chantay Ruswa Oct. 9, 2024

‘New land laws biggest heist’

The politically-connected also jumped onto the gravy train and some of them now own multiple farms, despite the one man one farm policy.

By Takudzwa Munemo and Chantay Ruswa Oct. 10, 2024

80% of Zimbos against ED2030 agenda: Survey

There has, however, been resistance to the 2030 agenda, forcing Mnangagwa to publicly announce that he will retire when his term of office expires in 2028.

By Chantay Ruswa Oct. 11, 2024

80% of Zimbos against ED2030 agenda: Survey

Teachers vow to fight on after High Court setback

The teachers cited the Public Service Commission, which established the NJNC through the Public Service Act charged with the responsibility of determining salaries and working conditions.

By Chantay Ruswa Oct. 14, 2024

Teachers vow to fight on after High Court setback

Zanu PF moots law for councils to attend ideology courses

The school’s curriculum focuses on topics such as patriotism, national security and the history of Zimbabwe’s liberation struggle.

By Chantay Ruswa Oct. 21, 2024

Zanu PF moots law for councils to attend ideology courses

Eat n’ Lick spreads wings, launches Machipisa food court

We really appreciate it (because) it actually enables us to stand tall and walk confidently in this competitive market, knowing that our customers, our people believe in us.”

By Chantay Ruswa Oct. 25, 2024

Eat n’ Lick spreads wings, launches Machipisa food court

It’s now time to lead Zim: Chamisa

Addressing scores of villagers during his uncle, Chamunorwa Chamisa’s memorial service in Masvingo recently, Chamisa said leading the country required clean hands.

By Chantay Ruswa Oct. 29, 2024