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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 …

In its latest monthly report, the Zimbabwe Peace Project (ZPP) highlighted a decrease in human rights violations from 145 cases in April to 132 in May. Zanu PF accounted for 61.83% of these incidents, primarily involving partisan distribution of aid and inputs, as well as assault, harassment, and intimidation. The …

A tragic road accident on the Harare-Bindura Road yesterday afternoon resulted in the loss of five lives and left 37 others injured. The incident occurred at the 37km mark when a commuter omnibus collided head-on with a truck. According to Commissioner Paul Nyathi, national police spokesperson, the fatal crash involved …

According to the latest Afrobarometer survey, 44% of Zimbabwe’s population ranks economic management as a top priority, signaling significant apprehension among citizens about the state of their country’s economy. Conducted across 39 African countries between late 2021 and mid-2023, the survey reveals a surge in public concerns regarding economic management, …

In a staunch stance against the expulsion of Zimbabweans holding Zimbabwe Exemption Permits (ZEP), Democratic Alliance (DA) chairperson Helen Zille has called for their regularization in South Africa. Highlighting their significant contributions to the nation’s economy, Zille asserts that their presence should not be dismissed but rather formalized. She advocates …

The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has launched a new initiative called “Swipe for ZiG Cash” in collaboration with Homelink to address the shortage of small change in the country. According to RBZ Governor John Mushayavanhu, individuals can visit their nearest Homelink branch starting from Monday, June 10, 2024, and …