Stop Zanu PF extortionists, villagers plead
VILLAGERS in some parts of the country have appealed to the Zanu PF leadership to rein in their local party leaders who are reportedly fleecing them of cash under the guise of raising funds for independence day celebrations this week. This year’s…
Vungu MP agitates for positive change
DISGRUNTLED motorists who struggle to navigate the 35km stretch of the pothole infested road from Gweru to Maboleni in Lower Gwelo have expressed concern over the lack of resolve by authorities to rehabilitate Lower Gwelo Road. Commuters are being charged…
Biti dumps Welshman’s CCC
FORMER Finance minister and Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) co-vice-president Tendai Biti, has dumped the main opposition political party saying he is taking a sabbatical away from politics as he goes on a soul searching break. Speaking on HSTV’s #FreeTalk show,…
ZANU PF Confident Of Victory In Harare By-Elections
ZANU PF National Political Commissar, Cde Mike Bimha, expressed confidence in the party’s prospects for victory in the upcoming Harare Parliamentary by-elections. The elections, scheduled for this weekend, will be held in Mt Pleasant and Harare East constituencies, alongside councillor…
President Acknowledges Private Sector’s Contribution To Economic Growth
President Emmerson Mnangagwa has praised the private sector for responding to his call to play a more active role in the industrialisation and modernisation of Zimbabwe’s economy. Speaking at the inauguration of the Champion Foods (Private) Limited milling plant in…
Police Officer Farai Muchandisiye Fined US$200 For Culpable Homicide
A magistrate fined 37-year-old Farai Muchandisiye of the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) US$200 after finding him guilty of culpable homicide. Muchandisiye was charged with both culpable homicide and neglecting to report an accident to the police when he appeared before…
Bobrisky To Serve In A Male Prison After Sεx Change To A Woman
Popular Nigerian crossdresser and socialite Idris Okuneye better known as Bobrisky on Friday identified himself as a man during his appearance at the Federal High Court in Lagos State. On several occasions, Bobrisky, who was born male, had identified himself…
MMA Fighter Themba Gorimbo Authorised To Represent Nation In Official Colors
MMA fighter Themba Gorimbo has received official approval to proudly represent Zimbabwe in his sport. After previously competing under the South African flag, Gorimbo’s dedication has been recognised by the Minister of Sports, Recreation, Arts, and Culture, Kirsty Coventry. In…
Hwange High School Teacher Jailed 12 Months For Exam Fraud
A 12-month prison sentence has been imposed on a Hwange High School teacher who committed academic fraud by writing three Ordinary Level students’ maths exams for the Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC). A 48-year-old teacher named Mkululi Moyo was found…
Zimbabwe Starlink Users Left In Limbo As Satellite Internet Service Faces Regulatory Hurdles
ZiMetro has learned that the Zimbabwean government has instructed Starlink to cease its services in the country. Users of the satellite internet service provider received notifications today, informing them of the directive to deactivate their services. According to the email…
We have a right to self-defence: Iran
On 14 April 2024, the Islamic Republic of Iran’s armed forces carried out a series of military strikes on Israeli’s military bases. This was in response to, and in exercise of its inherent right of self-defence as recognized under Article…
‘Zim needs to accelerate ICT penetration’
ZIMBABWE needs to accelerate information and technology communication (ICT) penetration to boost economic growth through fostering knowledge exchange and innovation, a local financial advisory firm has said. At a time when the country is seeking to narrow the digital divide…
CVR officer in soup over fake Zinara licences
An officer from the Central Vehicle Registry (CVR) is in soup after he allegedly sold blank vehicle registration books that were used to manufacture fake Zimbabwe National Road Administration (Zinara) licences. The licences were used in selling vehicles hired from…
Mineral exports hit US$20b mark
ZIMBABWE has raked in more than US$20 billion from the export of minerals from 2018 to date, Mines and Mining Development minister has said, underlining the sector as a key driver of economic growth. Speaking at the commissioning of the Kamativi Mining…
Vungu MP agitates for positive change
DISGRUNTLED motorists who struggle to navigate the 35km stretch of the pothole infested road from Gweru to Maboleni in Lower Gwelo have expressed concern over the lack of resolve by authorities to rehabilitate Lower Gwelo Road. Commuters are being charged…
Govt, teachers square off over holiday lessons…No law criminalises the act, teachers argue
TEACHERS across Zimbabwe have defied a government threat against educators conducting holiday lessons insisting that the practice is above board as there is no law prohibiting such. This comes as some schools, including one run by the police, are conducting holiday lessons…
Ivory For Magic Powers Chiredzi Couple Arrested
The Absurdity of Elephant Ivory in Magic | An ExposéIn a world brimming with scientific advancements and burgeoning technologies, the archaic belief that elephant ivory possesses magical properties not only endures but thrives in certain circles. This belief, rooted in…
After Maths, health minister wants to drop English requirement for nurse training
HARARE – An Ordinary Level pass in English Language may be next to be dropped as a mandatory requirement for nurse training applicants, health minister Douglas Mombeshora has said. The ministry of health last week quietly scrapped the requirement –…
RBZ pleads for Zimbabwe dollar acceptance as informal traders insist on US dollar
‘Business entities including commuter omnibuses, shops, fresh vegetable markets, and vendors, are advised to continue accepting payment in ZW$ notes until April 30, 2024’ HARARE – The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe on Wednesday said the Zimbabwe dollar remains legal tender…
Mabvuku MP Scott Sakupwanya Faces Questions Regarding His New Football Club Name
In an effort to give young people possibilities, Mabvuku MP Scott Sakupwanya founded a new football team in his district. This is a huge step forward. The team, called Scottland FC, intends to play football in Division One. Sakupwanya announced…
Alick Macheso Donates Groceries And A Water Tank To Kutenda Children’s Home
Sungura music icon Alick Macheso made a heartwarming gesture yesterday by donating groceries and a Jojo Tank to the Kutenda Children’s Home in Bindura. Sharing the news on social media, Macheso expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to give back…
Being multi-lingual lifted us: Fusion 5 Mangwiro
IT is quite common to introduce a popular music group as outspoken and star laden. For the 2024 nominated Kora Awards Best African Group Urban Music Category, multi-award-winning musical trio, Fusion 5 Mangwiro Band, it is all about its innovative…
Parents’ support nurtures talent
ONE of the most fortunate things in life is having parents that support their children’s dreams. There have been reports of parents that forced their children to follow certain career paths that they were not interested in. Families that recognise…
‘Mushayavanhu must assert himself as independent’
RESPECTED businessman and economist, Nigel Chanakira, says the new Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe governor John Mushayavanhu must assert himself as an independent central banker to stabilise the local currency. For years, there have been concerns that the central bank was…
Ex -ministers’ fraud case deferred
FORMER Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development deputy minister Douglas Karoro’s fraud case was yesterday postponed again. Karoro, who is being charged along with his accomplice Lovejoy Ngove, was supposed to appear before Harare Magistrate Donald Ndirowei. The matter…
