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Harare Town Clerk Hosiah Chisango has been arrested on charges related to the illegal awarding of a US$9.2 million street lights tender to businessman Moses Mpofu, who is currently imprisoned over a failed Presidential Goat Scheme. The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) confirmed Chisango’s arrest and stated that he will appear …

In a recent post-Cabinet briefing, Information Minister Jenfan Muswere revealed that Zimbabwe’s retail landscape remains stable with affordable prices for essential household goods, despite initial concerns surrounding the introduction of the ZiG currency. Industry and Commerce Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu presented the Second Quarter Update of 2024 to Cabinet, highlighting that …

By Annette Mutaurwa In a clear sign that Harare’s infrastructure needs an overhaul, Harare’s central business district is flowing with raw effluent, putting millions of people who work and live in the capital at risk. Tens of thousands of people criss-cross Harare’s CBD daily going about their business and returning …

By Judith Matanire Following a recent visit to Harare, an International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Mr. Wojciech Maliszewski concluded the 2024 Article IV Consultation with Zimbabwe. Despite facing significant headwinds, Zimbabwe’s economy has exhibited resilience, according to Maliszewski’s statement. The IMF projects Zimbabwe’s economic growth to slow to …

Zimbabwe is gearing up to confront a significant power supply deficit that could reach up to 2,800 megawatts (MW) by the close of 2025, warned Energy Minister Edgar Moyo at an investor conference in Barcelona. Currently, the country grapples with a shortfall of 500MW largely due to escalating demands from …

After more than two months since its introduction, Zimbabwe’s latest currency has finally been assigned an official international currency code. This marks the southern African nation’s sixth endeavor to establish a stable monetary unit amid ongoing economic challenges. The currency, now officially recognized with the code ZWG (Zimbabwe Gold), received …

The Harare City Council has officially acknowledged its failure to effectively manage refuse collection in the city, prompting a transfer of responsibility to the Ministry of Local Government and Public Works. This decision comes after years of frustration for residents who have endured growing piles of garbage in their neighborhoods …

By Judith Matanire Last night, Zimbabwe was thrown into turmoil as the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) issued a startling public notice revealing that their official X account had been compromised. Signed by Commissioner Thandiwe Mlobane, the notice confirmed suspicions of a security breach and urged the public to disregard recent …

Zimbabweans are spending an inordinate amount of time watching pornography online, according to statistics from the Postal and Telecommunications Regulatory Authority of Zimbabwe (Potraz). The data reveals that adult entertainment and related websites are among the most frequently visited sites in the country Evidence Mazhindu, Potraz’s CIRT & Enforcement Deputy …

In a landmark decision, the Constitutional Court yesterday, 18 June 2024, confirmed that Zimbabwean Exemption Permit (ZEP) holders have a right to fair administrative action, and officially dismissed Home Affairs Minister Aaron Motsoaledi’s attempt to appeal the 2023 High Court judgment that found in their favour. This ruling comes after …