Tinotenda Hove – The Zanu PF Women’s League has publicly declared its support for President Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa to remain in power until 2030—sparking renewed debate over Zimbabwe’s constitutional term limits. Speaking at a Women’s League meeting held at Zanu PF headquarters in Harare on Friday, the wing’s secretary for…
Tinotenda Hove - MASVINGO – A launch event for Footprints in the Chains, a biography chronicling the life of opposition figure Job Sikhala, was violently disrupted on Thursday by a mob of suspected Zanu PF supporters at the Civic Centre. The book, authored by Munyaradzi Angero Savanhu and edited by…
Mariann Jabocs, Nairobi - Kenyan President William Ruto has sparked widespread outrage and concern after instructing police officers to shoot protesters in the legs if they are found attacking or destroying private property during anti-government demonstrations. “Anyone caught burning another person's business or property should be shot in the leg,…
Tinotenda Hove - HARARE – Zimbabwean banks are under fire for charging excessive fees on foreign currency withdrawals, with customers paying between US$23 and US$50 to access just US$1,000 from their accounts—depending on the financial institution. This trend has sparked outrage, especially when compared to global banking standards. In countries…
Tinotenda Hove -HARARE – The recent closure of Madhadha Liquor, a prominent retail chain in Harare, has deepened suspicions of political infighting within Zanu PF, with reports suggesting the move may have been influenced by internal party rivalries. The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) led the operation, reportedly with backing from…
Tinotenda Hove - Renowned Zimbabwean drummer Sam Chagumachinyi has died in the United Kingdom after a short battle with cancer. He passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025, in Bedfordshire, just a month after being diagnosed. The news was confirmed by veteran Zimbabwean producer and musician Clive Mono Mukundu, who…
Tinotenda Hove - ZVISHAVANE – Grief has gripped the town of Zvishavane following the tragic and unexpected death of Grace, a well-known employee at Pote Supermarket. According to local news outlet Zvishavane 24/7, Grace passed away in her sleep earlier this week. Initial reports indicate that she may have succumbed…
Tinotenda Hove - KADOMA – In a deeply disturbing case that has shocked the Kadoma community, police have arrested a 33-year-old woman for allegedly killing her newborn baby and disposing of the body in a blair toilet. Brenda Musindo was taken into custody on July 7, 2025, by police in…
Tinotenda Hove - HARARE – President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s eulogy at the National Heroes’ Acre on Thursday has drawn criticism for appearing more like a personal endorsement of a family member than a national tribute, as he praised the late ZESA Executive Chairman Dr Sydney Gata—his relative—as a “trailblazing patriot.” Gata,…
Tinotenda Hove - Three individuals, including two senior officials from the Hurungwe Rural District Council, have each been sentenced to 18 years in prison for defrauding the council of nearly US$18,000 that was earmarked for critical service delivery projects. Hurungwe RDC Engineer Romeo Mupamaonde, his assistant Alfred Makama, and Batsirayi…
