The Government of Zimbabwe has moved to tighten the Firearms Act, introducing comprehensive amendments aimed at modernizing the 1957 legislation. The changes will see stricter conditions for the issuance of firearms licenses, including mandatory psychological and training tests, age restrictions, firearm profiling for easy tracing, and increased penalties for violations. …

The Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) has embarked on an enforcement campaign to crack down on businesses that refuse to accept Point-of-Sale (POS) transactions, making it mandatory for all businesses to allow swipe machine payments. The move is designed to protect consumers and ensure compliance with the country’s financial regulations. POS …

By Judith Matanire Cimas Health Group has launched Healthathon 2.0 second edition, a groundbreaking competition designed to foster innovation in the healthcare sector. The event, which will bring together students, professionals, and innovators, aims to develop innovative solutions to tackle key challenges within the healthcare industry, furthering Cimas’ commitment to …

The crime rate in Zimbabwe surged by 11% from January to August 2024 compared to the same period last year, a stark revelation presented by Home Affairs and Cultural Heritage Minister Kazembe Kazembe during a senior officers’ conference in Harare on October 16, 2024. This alarming increase coincided with a …

By Judith Matanire Cimas Health Group has called on men to prioritize breast cancer screenings, challenging the outdated belief that only women are affected by this disease. As October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Mr. Vuli Ndlovu, Chief Executive Officer of Cimas, made this urgent appeal at the Cimas Pink-Tober …

Hip-hop maestro Desmond “Stunner” Chideme unleashed a tour-de-force performance at Private Lounge last night, leaving an enthralled audience in awe. Amidst a sea of fledgling hip-hop artists struggling to master the art of live shows, Stunner proved himself a virtuoso, weaving a spellbinding experience from start to finish. As the …

Government of Zimbabwe recently conducted a nationwide school monitoring exercise aimed at addressing widespread discontent among teachers regarding their welfare, the shortage of learning resources, and inadequate infrastructure. This comprehensive survey, which took place on October 1 and 2, was spearheaded by the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education, emphasizing …

By Judith Matanire Michael Nees has officially announced the squad for the crucial African Cup of Nations (AFCON) Qualifiers against Namibia, with Matchday 3 and 4 on the horizon. The back-to-back matches will be played at Orlando Stadium in South Africa, as both Zimbabwe and Namibia lack CAF-certified stadiums for …

Following the death of retired Labour Court judge, Justice Selo Masole Nare, on Saturday in South Africa, Zimbabwe is preparing to honor his memory with a State-assisted funeral. The 81-year-old, who had been receiving specialized medical care at the time of his passing, left behind a significant legacy in the …

By Garikai Mazara In August 2014 I travelled to Masvingo to have a chat with Jonah Moyo who had just unveiled a tombstone for his belove wife, Philda. Philda was the inspiration behind Devera Ngwena Jazz Band’s Wangu P. It is during that chat, that Jonah Moyo fully explained to …