Zimbabwe’s beverage sector has been affected by rising cases of smuggling, a new report has shown. In a paper submitted to Cabinet, Industry and Commerce minister Sekai Nzenza said there had been an “avalanche” of cheaper products from competitors in neighbouring countries. She said smuggling of counterfeit distilled beverages — …
Read More »Audit Uncovers Irregularities In Council Tendering System
An internal audit has uncovered a number of irregularities in the Bulawayo City Council tendering system amid revelations that some applicants were awarded tenders undeservingly resulting in a reputational and administrative prejudice to the city and other applicants. The latest revelation came after the local authority awarded a number of …
Read More »Biti Dismisses Minister’s Power Plans
Former Finance minister Tendai Biti has dismissed Energy minister Soda Zhemu’s claims that he will import 500 megawatts (MW) from the region to alleviate power shortages, saying the region is also reeling from supply deficits. Zhemu told Parliament this week that government plans to import 500MW from its neighbours to …
Read More »SA Authorities Seize Marry Mubaiwa’s Pretoria Home, Range Rovers
Vice President Constantino Chiwenga’s ex-wife Marry Mubaiwa’s troubles continue mounting after a South African court has ordered the seizure of her Pretoria home and her two Land Rover vehicles until her money laundering and fraud trial is concluded in Zimbabwe. The order to seize the property follows a request to …
Read More »Teen Rescue Mission To Host Festive Soccer Tournament To Curb Early Pregnancies
Chitungwiza Bureau A Chitungwiza based youth empowerment outfit is set to host a week-long soccer tournament starting on Christmas day at Ziko shops in the dormitory town of Chitungwiza, it has been established. Teen Rescue Mission (TRM), a Chitungwiza-based organisation in the fight against drug, alcohol abuse, crime and early …
Read More »Nhau/Indaba Marketers Shine As Publication’s Impact Is Hailed
Players in the media and marketing sectors should take advantage of new trends in information and communication technologies to break through in this digital era, a leadership expert has said. Dr Elias Chakabwata, president and founder of Impact Training Institute (ITI), said this at the annual Nhau/Indaba Marketer of the …
Read More »Scandal-Hit Cyril Ramaphosa Retains ANC Presidency After Vote
South Africa’s scandal-hit President Cyril Ramaphosa has been re-elected as the governing ANC’s leader to wild cheers from his supporters. He defeated his rival Zweli Mkhize by 2,476 votes to 1,897. Mr Ramaphosa won despite being dogged by allegations of money laundering, and a last-minute surge in support for Mr …
Read More »Lionel Messi-Inspired Argentina Wins World Cup After Beating France In Sensational Final
Lionel Messi’s wait for World Cup glory is finally over after Argentina beat France in a dramatic penalty shootout on Sunday. It was a final for the ages, with momentum swinging both ways throughout a pulsating 120 minutes before Gonzalo Montiel scored the winning penalty after the game had finished …
Read More »South Africa’s Ramaphosa Guns For Party Leadership After ‘Farmgate’ Scandal
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa – South African President Cyril Ramaphosa is expected to win reelection as leader of his party this weekend, after he was spared impeachment proceedings over a scandal dubbed “Farmgate” involving millions of dollars found stashed in the sofas at his private farm. Delegates from the governing African …
Read More »African Football Gains In 2022 To Be Remembered In Years To Come
The year 2022 was a significant year for African football. It was a benchmark for the women’s game and a year that may mark the first real move into African football as a business rather than football as development. It ended with some thrilling matches at the men’s World Cup …
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