ZIMBABWEAN nationals applying for short-term travel to the United States will now face significantly higher upfront costs of up to US$15 000 following the introduction of a new visa bond programme by Washington. According to a statement published on the United States Department of State website, Zimbabwe has been listed …

Zimbabwe recorded a worrying rise in road traffic accidents during the 2025 festive season, with 100 people killed in crashes recorded between mid and late December, marking a sharp increase from last year. Police figures show that accidents, injuries and fatalities all climbed significantly compared to the same period in …

By Judith MatanireAny fears of rain disrupting Zimbabwe’s most anticipated New Year’s Eve shutdown have been put to rest, with organisers of One Big Party confirming that the event will be fully tent-covered, guaranteeing an uninterrupted celebration regardless of weather conditions. The mega show, set for December 31 at Glamis …

Outspoken opposition politician Job Sikhala has alleged a chilling attempt on his life, claiming he was poisoned during a recent trip to South Africa. “On the 10th of October this year, while in South Africa, I was poisoned by a waiter at the hotel where I was staying,” Sikhala revealed …

By Judith MatanireAs the countdown to December 31 gathers momentum, excitement around One Big Party is reaching fever pitch, with fans already calling it one of Zimbabwe’s biggest entertainment moments of the year. Set for Glamis Arena, the New Year’s Eve shutdown will be headlined by music heavyweights Winky D …

NetOne has announced the appointment of Richard Mahomva as its new Head of Public Relations, effective 1 January 2026. The appointment marks a strategic move by the state-owned mobile network operator to bolster its corporate communications and stakeholder engagement amid a rapidly evolving telecommunications landscape. Mahomva brings a wealth of …

By Judith MatanireChipaz Promotions has escalated anticipation for the country’s biggest year-end music celebration, announcing that the highly-anticipated One Big Party has been moved to Glamis Arena for an even larger New Year’s Eve shutdown on 31 December. The headline news? Winky D and Jah Prayzah — two of Zimbabwe’s …

By Judith MatanirePresident Emmerson Mnangagwa on Friday presided over the handover of 21 vehicles to the ZANU PF Women’s League, a gesture he said was meant to support the party’s mobilisation and empowerment programmes across provinces. The fleet includes six Toyota Land Cruiser 300 Series VXR vehicles for the Women’s …

By Judith MatanireThe Cimas iGo Half Marathon, held yesterday in Harare, has once again placed men’s health in the spotlight as hundreds of participants turned out to support calls for early screening and greater awareness of prostate and testicular cancer. The event, now in its third year, continues to position …

The Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) has released the 2025 Grade 7 examination results, revealing a slight fall in the national pass rate despite a growth in the number of pupils who sat for the exams. Girls continued their long-standing trend of outperforming boys across all subjects. ZIMSEC board chairperson …