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 …
Read More »ZEP holders Rights Upheld By ConCourt, Motsoaledi’s Appeal Dismissed
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 …
Read More »Former NetOne CEO, Executives Acquitted Of Abuse Of Office Charges
Former NetOne CEO Lazarus Muchenje and seven executives have been cquitted by the Supreme Court on charges related to abuse of office. The case centered on allegations that Muchenje had improperly engaged in three commercial agreements with foreign entities without requisite approvals from the Board and the Ministry overseeing NetOne, …
Read More »Human Rights Violations Decline, Zanu PF Leads Perpetrator List
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 …
Read More »Fatal Collision On Harare-Bindura Road Claims Five Lives, Injures Dozens
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 …
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