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Garbage pile up vexes Glen Norah residents
Gomba said he had, meanwhile, created a dumping area in some parts of the high-density suburb as a mitigatory measure.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Aug. 17, 2023
Losing CCC candidates dispute election results
The elections were marred by irregularities, among them the late delivery of ballot papers.
By Kenneth Nyangani and Ropafadzo Makosi
Aug. 26, 2023
Gokwe, Kwekwe voters rolls found in ChiTown
In a statement yesterday, the organisation said the challenges and delays left most urban voters frustrated as they waited for hours on end for the voting process to begin.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Aug. 29, 2023
ED inauguration a non-event: CCC
Mnangagwa was declared winner by the Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (Zec) with a 52,6% vote but the CCC led by Nelson Chamisa rejected the August 23 and 24 poll results.
By Tafadzwa Kachiko and Ropafadzo Makosi
Sep. 5, 2023
Serial killer stews victims flesh
Nyathi said Ndlovu was caught on September 4 along Rotten Row, Harare after he tried to attack another street kid.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Sep. 6, 2023
Mohadi bounces back
Chiwenga said he would support Mnangagwa for the nation to move forward.
By Problem Masau and Ropafadzo Makosi
Sep. 9, 2023
Street kids live in fear of cannibal attacks... as 2 more urchins cheat death
The suspected killer, Thandolwenkosi Ndlovu (20), a fellow urchin, has since appeared in court facing five counts of murder.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Sep. 9, 2023
Mutare elects Zim’s second female mayor... as Makone, Coltart land Hre, Byo posts
She becomes the second female councillor to be appointed mayoress after Angeline Kasipo, who was elected ward 10 councillor and Kwekwe mayoress on an MDC Alliance ticket in 2018.
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Alarm over police crackdown on CCC MPs
Police spokesperson assistant commissioner Paul Nyathi yesterday said it was not true that CCC officials were being targeted for arrests on flimsy charges.
ZimPI marks International Day of Peace
Zimbabwe and the world yesterday commemorated the United Nations International Day of Peace under the theme; Actions for Peace: Our Ambition for the #GlobalGoals.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Sep. 22, 2023
ED after my farm – Kasukuwere
Kasukuwere is currently locked in a bitter legal wrangle over ownership of the farm with a war veteran identified as Ephanos Madzimunyi who has “invaded” the property.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Oct. 2, 2023
Tuckshops running shadow economy: Nyoni
Informal traders have often been accused of fuelling the black market. Currently the US$1 is trading against $5,668 on the official market but is at $7500 on the black market.
By Donald Nyandoro and Ropafadzo Makosi
Oct. 24, 2023
Govt targets ‘illegal’ foreign-owned tuckshops
The minister also questioned relevant officials why a refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo was operating a tuckshop without proper documents.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Oct. 25, 2023
Zim conservationist wins prestigious award
Danckwerts (57) who is based in Harare is a leader in the field of rescue and rehabilitation of African elephants and other wildlife.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Oct. 25, 2023
No full fees, no Gr 7 results, schools tell parents
A primary school in Dzivaresekwa, Harare, summoned parents to a meeting over fees arrears recently.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Nov. 6, 2023
Blood collection campaign launched
NBSZ chief executive Lucy Marova encouraged citizens to donate blood to save lives.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Nov. 14, 2023
Project strengthens climate-smart agriculture resilience
The programme, Takunda, will be implemented through the Farmer Field Business School Model with the aid of USAID and Care International.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Nov. 27, 2023
Zimsec grade 7 results are out
The ministry has announced that the heads of schools will be able to collect the results from the respective ZIMSEC Regional Offices from Monday, the 4th of December 2023.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Dec. 1, 2023
All set for GBV fun run
The initiative is the brainchild of Tatenda Mbizvo, a volunteer at the For 4 Girls Focus Trust and this year's activity will specifically focus on challenges faced by living people with disability.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Dec. 7, 2023
SMEs urged to register IPs
The Deeds, Companies and Intellectual Property chief registrar Willie Mushayi said the government reduced registration for SMEs fee from US$$200 to US$50 covering 10 years.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Dec. 12, 2023
Parents protest over USD fees
Educators Union of Zimbabwe secretary general Tapedza Zhou said the government should spare parents because of the economic hardships facing the country.
By Kenneth Nyangani and Ropafadzo Makosi
Jan. 3, 2024
Zim has enough maize -Govt
Lands and Agriculture secretary Obert Jiri also applauded National Foods for promoting agricultural production, while consuming at least 51% of the maize market.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Jan. 10, 2024
Chemicals shortage crippling Harare water supplies
The government launched operation Chenesa Harare to remove waste and provide clean safe water to residents, with waste removal being set to run until tomorrow.
Zimsec A Level results out
He, however, said there was a 6,60% increase in candidates’ performances.
By Gracious Daniel and Ropafadzo Makosi
Jan. 12, 2024
Police shoot two “fleeing” suspected robbers
Paul Nyathi yesterday said Pharoah Moyo Chidyanavarungu (27) and David Mkosana (30) were “shot on the legs after they fled the scene in different directions”.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Jan. 14, 2024
Six perish in Marange accident
Police spokesperson assistant commissioner Paul Nyathi said 12 people were injured in the accident, which occurred at around 1:30pm at the 35km peg.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Jan. 13, 2024
Waterfalls sand pits claim 3 lives
“Zanu PF didn’t assign anyone to allocate stands nor is it aware of the individuals claiming to having been sent by the party to do so
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Jan. 19, 2024
Teen, prophet arrested for murder
Manduku, according to the police, died while being transported to hospital.
By Ropafadzo Makosi
Jan. 23, 2024
Armyworm scare unsettles farmers
Makombe added that controlling the outbreak could be hampered by several challenges including logistics.
By Ropafadzo Makosi and Nizbert Moyo
Jan. 24, 2024
Armyworm scare unsettles farmers...
Makombe added that controlling the outbreak could be hampered by several challenges including logistics.
By Nizbert Moyo and Ropafadzo Makosi
Jan. 24, 2024
