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6 The Harare High Court has declared a section of Zimbabwe’s Termination of Pregnancy Act unconstitutional, marking a historic ruling with profound implications for the rights of children and women. Justice Maxwell Takuva’s judgment on November 22 struck down section 2(1) of the Act, which denied access to legal abortion …

Mthuli Ncube Unveils ‘Creative’ Tax Measures in 2025 Budget Finance Minister Mthuli Ncube on Thursday unveiled a series of new taxes targeting fast foods, sports betting winnings, and small businesses as the government seeks to shore up its revenue base amid fiscal challenges. Presenting the 2025 national budget in Parliament, …

Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion Minister Professor Mthuli Ncube will present the 2025 National Budget Statement this afternoon, amid high expectations that the plan will reignite economic growth, build resilience to shocks, and foster durable macroeconomic stability. Speaking at a pre-Budget seminar in Bulawayo earlier this month, Minister Ncube …

TSadc Condemns Post-Election Violence In Mozambiquehe Southern African Development Community (Sadc) has strongly condemned the post-election violence in Mozambique following the October 9 elections, which were won by the ruling party, Frelimo. Sadc’s Executive Secretary, Mr. Elias Magosi, expressed the regional bloc’s concerns yesterday during the Sadc Extraordinary Summit held …

The City of Harare has proposed a US$1 levy per household to fund its emergency services and another US$1 for street lighting as part of efforts to address its deteriorating infrastructure. This proposal was announced by Councillor Costa Mande, chairperson of the Finance and Development Committee, during the presentation of …

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Extraordinary Heads of State and Government Summit kicks off today in Mt Hampden, Zimbabwe, with ten member states confirming their participation The four-day event, hosted at the newly constructed Parliament building, aims to address pressing regional political and security issues, including the future of …

President Mnangagwa has announced a State-assisted funeral for former opposition senator, businesswoman, and Zanu PF politician Cde Lillian Timveos, who passed away at age 51 in a Harare hospital. In his statement, President Mnangagwa expressed sadness over the unexpected loss of Cde Timveos, describing her as a dynamic grassroots politician, …

Government has announced an immediate suspension of import duties on fertilizers brought in by approved importers. This measure aims to ensure sufficient and affordable fertilizer supplies for local farmers, as Zimbabwe targets a significant boost in agricultural productivity. The policy was formalized in Statutory Instrument 178 of 2024, issued by …

Hwange Thermal Power Station’s Unit 7 was reconnected to Zimbabwe’s national grid on Friday, providing an additional 300 megawatts (MW) of power following a month of routine maintenance. This boost in power generation capacity is expected to ease the country’s load-shedding challenges, which have worsened recently due to reduced output …

Cde Jaison William Chezhira Chakaipa Chirinda, a revered figure in Zimbabwe’s liberation history, has been conferred with national hero status by the Zanu PF Politburo. Known for his bravery and pioneering role in Zimbabwe’s fight for independence, Cde Chirinda’s legacy will now be honored at the Heroes Acre as a …