President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s recent remarks about the legendary Ndebele king, Lobengula, have ignited a tribal debate. During a speech at Makumimavi Primary School in Chivhu while inaugurating 17 schools, Mnangagwa made comments that stirred controversy. Addressing the audience, Mnangagwa recounted a historical anecdote about King Lobengula’s encounter with a mirror, …
Read More »ZERA Announces Diesel & Petrol Prices For June 2024
The Zimbabwe Energy Regulatory Authority (ZERA) has announced fuel prices effective 04 June to 04 July 2024. In a notice, ZERA said diesel now costs US$1.61 per litre, down from US$1.66 per litre that was set on 05 May 2024. However, the price of petrol has been raised slightly, from …
Read More »Govt Begins Urban Cash Transfer Registration
The registration process for urban residents eligible to receive monthly government cash allowances for purchasing mealie meal has commenced, announced Public Service, Labour, and Social Welfare Minister July Moyo. The initiative is guided by the findings of the Zimbabwe Livelihood Assessment Committee (ZimLAC). Urban households facing food shortages due to …
Read More »High Court Grants Bail To Neville Mutsvangwa & Co-Accused
By Judith Matanire High Court judge Justice Rodgers Manyangadze has granted bail to Neville Mutsvangwa and his co-accused, following three weeks of incarceration in remand prison. They were released on 1000 bail each. Mutsvangwa, facing multiple charges, including illegal foreign currency dealings and possession of an unlicensed Starlink router, has …
Read More »United Methodist Church Members Protest Against Homosexuality In Harare
By Judith Matanire Members of the United Methodist Church (UMC) in Harare have taken to the streets to protest against gays following the church’s recent controversial stance on same-sex marriages. Gathered outside the UMC head offices in Milton Park, Harare, the protesters are expressing their dissatisfaction with the church’s new …
Read More »Political Observers Urge Chamisa To Rethink Sadc Intervention
Political observers are advising opposition leader Nelson Chamisa to shift his focus away from expecting Southern African Development Community (Sadc) intervention in the disputed August 2023 election and instead explore alternative avenues for addressing his grievances. Chamisa recently acknowledged Sadc’s disregard for his appeals to address Zimbabwe’s situation, emphasizing that …
Read More »Warriors Squad Unveiled For FIFA World Cup Qualifiers
By Judith Matanire In preparation for the upcoming FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Lesotho and South Africa, Head Coach Jairos Tapera has finalized the Warriors squad. The players are set to convene in Johannesburg on Sunday June 2, as they gear up for the crucial matches ahead. Under the #Bayawabaya🇿🇼 …
Read More »Govt Initiates Food Aid Distribution Due To El Nino-induced Drought
In response to the dire effects of the El Nino-induced drought, the government has launched the distribution of food aid to severely affected regions, as announced by a Cabinet minister. The decision to commence distribution came after the completion of comprehensive assessments, including the Household-based Village-co-ordinated Rapid Vulnerability Assessment and …
Read More »Faith-Based Initiative Combats Drug Abuse in Mabvuku
By Judith Matanire In a concerted effort to combat the scourge of drug abuse, Grace Harvest Ministries, in conjunction with the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), spearheaded a drug awareness campaign on Sunday, April 26, 2024. With the resounding theme, “Say No to Drugs, Be Addicted to Improving Yourself” based on …
Read More »Over 2,200 Arrested In Operation Targeting Touts & Mushikashika
Following recent violent clashes among touts at the Mutare bus ranks, law enforcement agencies have launched a sweeping operation resulting in the arrest of at least 677 touts and 1,570 mushikashika drivers nationwide. Bus operator Esau Mupfumi, apprehended in connection with the Mutare clashes, was granted bail of US$1,000 by …
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