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 …
Read More »Cimas Health Group Expands Healthcare Services
By Judith Matanire Cimas Health Group has reported significant strides in expanding its healthcare services throughout 2023, marked by the commissioning of multiple new units and a robust financial performance. Speaking at the 79th Annual General Meeting of Members of Cimas Medical Aid Society, CEO Mr Vuli Ndlovu highlighted the …
Read More »RBZ Faces Criticism Over Forex Management Policies
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has come under scrutiny for its directives regarding foreign currency (forex) management, with accusations of undue interference in companies’ cash flow operations. Recently, RBZ Governor Dr. John Mushayavanhu stated that companies should prioritize using their foreign currency account (FCA) balances before accessing forex from …
Read More »Chamisa Condemns Mnangagwa Over Alleged Chivayo Deal Involvement
Nelson Chamisa, former leader of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) and opposition figure in Zimbabwe, criticized President Emmerson Mnangagwa and his administration for their association with controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo. This comes in light of leaked audio suggesting Chivayo’s involvement in a contentious Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (Zec) tender worth …
Read More »Zimbabwe Seeks Input To Regulate Cryptocurrency Operations
Zimbabwe has asked for public input on cryptoasset operations as it works on regulatory policy for the sector. “In line with global trends and best practices, Zimbabwe is embarking on an exercise to assess and understand the cryptocurrency landscape,” the government said in a statement published in state-run Herald newspaper …
Read More »Condolences Flow For Malawi VP Chilima After Tragic Plane Crash
The devastating news of Malawian Vice President Dr. Saulos Chilima’s untimely death in a plane crash has sent shockwaves across Africa and beyond. President Lazarus Chakwera confirmed the tragic incident, revealing that the plane, along with Dr. Chilima and nine others, crashed in Chikangawa Forest Reserve. The aircraft, a Dornier …
Read More »Zambia Reacts To Mnangagwa’s Allegations Of US Funding For Zimbabwe’s Security
In response to President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s recent remarks suggesting heavy US funding for Zimbabwe’s security sector, Zambia announces engagement with Zimbabwean authorities. Mnangagwa, captured in a video conversation with Russian President Vladmir Putin, expressed a desire for strong Russian support, citing perceived abandonment by Western nations. Cornelius Mweetwa, Zambia’s Information …
Read More »Afrobarometer Survey Highlights Economic Concerns Among Zimbabweans
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, …
Read More »SA Opposition Leader Opposes Expulsion Of Zimbabweans, Calls For Regularization
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 …
Read More »RBZ Introduces ‘Swipe For ZiG Cash’ To Tackle Small Change Shortage
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 …
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