Harare- Parliament has issued an apology to President Emmerson Mnangagwa and the nation following power failures that plunged Zimbabwe's Parliament into darkness on Tuesday, disrupting the President's State of the Nation Address (SONA). The outage occurred as President Mnangagwa was delivering the SONA, a key event outlining the government's agenda.…
A City on Hold- The 17yr Wait for an Unfulfilled Promise in Chitungwiza
Chitungwiza- In the crowded suburbs of St Mary’s, the stench is more than an inconvenience; it is a daily testament to a system in collapse. Raw sewage bubbles from blocked pipes, snaking through dirty paths and pooling near homes, shopping centres and school entrances, a visible symbol of the decay…
Juvenile Stabs Maid Over Missing $100
Harare- A 16 year-old form four learner has been remanded in custody following a violent attack on a 28-year-old housemaid at Zambezi Flats in Mabelreign, Harare, an incident that was captured on a video which subsequently went viral on social media platforms. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the arrest…
Sikhala Vows Constitutional Fight, Dismisses Critics in Defiant Statement
Harare – Former opposition legislator and activist Job Sikhala has issued a defiant call to action, vowing to organize against what he termed the "mutilation of our constitution" and stating that his movement will not be diverted by its critics. In a statement released on Thursday, Sikhala positioned his group…
Head On Collision on Harare- Mutare Road Claims 3, Injures 18
Rusape- A head on collision between a commuter omnibus and a sedan on the busy Harare-Mutare Road has left three people dead and 18 others injured in a tragic accident that has once again highlighted road safety concerns. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) confirmed the fatal road traffic accident, which…
Zimbabwe’s Water Security “Strengthens” as National Dam Levels Reach 76.2%
Harare- Zimbabwe's water security continues to stabilize with the national dam level average standing at a healthy 76.2% as of October 22, 2025, according to the latest data released by the Zimbabwe National Water Authority (ZINWA). This reassuring figure comes as the country approaches the rainy season, with water reserves…
Political and Civic Leaders Unite to Defend Constitution, Signal New Opposition Front
Harare – In a significant political development, prominent Zimbabwean figures including those from opposition political parties are issuing a united call to action, urging citizens and "progressive forces" to rally in defense of the nation's constitution. The move, which signals a potential re-invigoration of the country's opposition landscape which has…
Skin Condition Affecting Children Haunts Parents, Health Professionals
Harare – A noted increase in a skin disease affecting children which has been allegedly linked to cases of hand, foot, and mouth disease (HFMD) has been reported in Zimbabwe, prompting commentary from local health professionals. Dr. Misheck Ruwende, took to X (twitter) recently highlighting the situation and advising parents…
Mazhindu Demands Answers on Chitungwiza’s Sewer, Housing and Flood Crises
Harare- St Mary’s legislator, Brighton Mazhindu, directly challenged the government in Parliament on Tuesday to provide concrete strategies to address the chronic service delivery failures plaguing Chitungwiza, specifically demanding answers on sewer blockages, the stalled Nyatsime housing scheme, and recurrent flooding. Grilling the Local Government and Public Works Deputy Minister,…
Netone Executive Denies Role in CEO’s Arrest
Harare - In a dramatic turn of events at state-owned telecommunications giant NetOne, Chief Commercial Officer, Learnmore Masunda has publicly denied allegations that he orchestrated the recent arrest of Group CEO Raphael Mushanawani, characterizing the claims as a "choreographed smear campaign" by individuals within the organization. The denial comes amid…

