Minister denies ID backlog amid growing public outcry
This emerged in the Senate when Matabeleland North Senator Sengezo Tshabangu questioned the Home Affairs ministry about delays in the issuance of identity documents.
By Sharon Sibindi
May. 14, 2026
Mat North empowerment programmes fail to stem youth migration
Youths in Matabeleland North migrate to South Africa to escape chronic unemployment and severe climate-induced droughts that have devastated local livelihoods.
By Sharon Sibindi
May. 12, 2026
Bubi farmer calls for mindset shift to transform rural agric
“My research focused on soil management and arable crops, which continues to influence my work today.”
By Silas Nkala
Apr. 18, 2026
Inyathi trio in court over savage machete attack
Charles Ncube (25), Ntabiso Bhebhe (36), and Nkosi Bhebhe appeared before Bulawayo regional magistrate Mark Dzira this week on charges of attempted murder.
By Nokuxola Mbangeni
Mar. 19, 2026
Hwange man jailed 20-years for killing grandfather
Obey Ncube was convicted by the High Court Circuit sitting in Hwange for killing his grandfather, Gibson Sibanda. He repeatedly struck him with a knobkerry.
By Langelihle Nyathi
Mar. 18, 2026
Kamativi women not benefitting from lithium jackpot
The study notes that these technical positions often attract higher wages and benefits because they are classified as skilled and risk-intensive work.
By Sharon Sibindi
Mar. 15, 2026
Marconati’s bail hearing postponed to February 16
Prior to the dramatic escape, police had been hunting for Marconati for 10 days.
By Staff Reporter
Jan. 28, 2026
Kusile RDC moves to repossess 262 non-compliant stands
According to the notice, Kusile RDC intends to repossess all stands that are not compliant with offer letters, financial obligations and lease-with-option-to-purchase terms.
By Silas Nkala
Jan. 14, 2026
Tension over businessman’s guns case
Marconati, who has businesses in Marondera and a lodge at Mana Pools, has an Italian background.
By Staff Reporter
Jan. 4, 2026
