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Social media power on display as battered Zim erupts into violence

In another corner of deserted streets, a handful protesters were captured on WhatsApp barricading roads, daring the police, and chanting protest songs.

By Tinashe Kairiza Apr. 4, 2025

Social media power on display as battered Zim erupts into violence

A day of mistakes after one another

I wanted to make a call or at least send a message to Mai VaMaidei that I will be coming home a bit late, but I did not have airtime.

By Onie Ndoro Mar. 16, 2025

Mukuru advocates for cashless economy

Tait-Knight acknowledged that this shift would not happen overnight but emphasised Zimbabwe's existing familiarity with digital spaces.

By Melody Chikono Feb. 7, 2025

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Privatisation of Chitungwiza: Govt gives nod to Magaya’s controversial deal to take over town

Garwe demanded that written questions should be hand delivered to his office when attempts were made to get his comment through a phone call and via WhatsApp.

By Tangai Chipangura Sep. 1, 2024

Privatisation of Chitungwiza: Govt gives nod to Magaya’s controversial deal to take over town

Council blitzkrieg: Vendors adopt WhatsApp to evade police

Council spokesperson Stanley Gama says the council has been doing similar operations since the beginning of this year.

By Evans Mathanda Aug. 10, 2024

Council blitzkrieg: Vendors adopt WhatsApp to evade police

Start-up takes grocery shopping to WhatsApp

Muzariri added that they were able to rope in Paynow, PayPal, InnBucks as well as ZimSwitch as modes of payment and were engaging more paying agents.

By Staff Reporter Aug. 8, 2024

Start-up takes grocery shopping to WhatsApp

Kariba turns to AI to engage residents

The chatbot also facilitates participation in council programmes, keeping the community informed about ongoing and upcoming initiatives and encouraging active civic engagement.

By Obert Siamilandu Jul. 1, 2024