A fatal accident occurred on Friday morning in Mucheke’s R Section after a man identified as Peter Pauro, of Mozambican descent, fell into a deep open pit left uncovered along Zimuto Road. The pit had been dug by Masvingo City Council workers during repairs to a blocked water pipeline. Residents…
When Belief Meets Health- Why HIV Testing Still Falters in Sub- Saharan Africa & Rural Zimbabwe
By Dr Lloyd Gideon Makonese As Zimbabwe continues to register progress in its national HIV response, including improved access to antiretroviral therapy and reduced HIV-related mortality, doctoral research suggests that late testing in rural communities remains a critical and unresolved challenge. While policy frameworks emphasise service expansion and coverage targets,…
Residents’ Meeting Disrupted, Organisers Face Brutal Intimidation as Mining Threats Escalate
By A Correspondent - Chipinge, January 8, 2026 — A Chipinge Residents and Ratepayers Trust (CRRT), a civic organisation dedicated to defending community rights, is facing mounting threats as unregulated mining interests tighten their grip on the district. On January 5, 4 members of the organisation were brutally intimidated and…
About Tuberculosis
By Fortunate Masikati- Tuberculosis (TB) is a serious bacterial infection, usually caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, that primarily attacks the lungs but can also affect other organs like the brain, spine, and kidneys. It spreads through airborne droplets when an infected person coughs, sneezes, or sings, and while it often remains…
ZIMSEC Releases November 2025 A Level Results as National Pass Rate Rises to 95.75%
Tinotenda Hove - The Zimbabwe School Examinations Council (ZIMSEC) has officially released the November 2025 Advanced Level examination results, with the national pass rate recording a notable increase from last year. Addressing journalists in Harare on Friday, ZIMSEC board chairperson Professor Paul Mapfumo confirmed that candidates can begin accessing their…
Mnangagwa Allies Tagwirei, Tungwarara Accused of Driving Economic Collapse as They Plot 2026 “Empowerment”
Tinotenda Hove - Both Kuda Tagwirei and Paul Tungwarara are increasingly being viewed as President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s key allies in policies critics say have helped sink Zimbabwe’s economy. Special Presidential Investment Advisor Dr Paul Tungwarara on Friday held a closed-door meeting in Harare with ZANU-PF Central Committee member Elder Dr…
St Mary’s MP Demands Justice for Brutal Murder, Laments National “Epidemic of Violence”
Chitungwiza- St. Mary’s Constituency is reeling from the brutal murder of a local resident, Peter Kampira during a robbery, prompting an urgent plea for justice from area Member of Parliament, Brighton Mazhindu. In a strongly-worded statement released today, Mazhindu said he was "deeply saddened and outraged" by the killing, which…
Top Surgeon Guramatunhu Offers Lifetime Free Eye Care to Viral “Wakanaka” Nyasha Chishiri
Tinotenda Hove - Renowned Zimbabwean eye surgeon Dr Solomon Guramatunhu has pledged lifetime free eye care to Nyasha Chishiri, the young woman who captured national attention after being praised by global internet star IShowSpeed during his recent visit to Zimbabwe. The gesture followed a viral video in which IShowSpeed complimented…
Three Arrested For Assaulting Budiriro Police Officer
Tinotenda Hove - Three men have been taken into custody following the assault of a police officer attached to the Victim Friendly Unit (VFU) at Budiriro Police Station on Tuesday.The victim, Constable Blessing Mutoko (33), sustained injuries during the incident and was forced to seek medical treatment. Police identified the…
Women’s Rights Group Empowers Girls to Lead Cultural Transformation in Chiredzi
By A Correspondent - The Masvingo Women’s Rights Advocacy Group (MWRAG), in partnership with the Youth Empowerment and Skills Development Association (YESDA), through the Chilonga Adolescent Girls Ambassadors (AGA) under the Save the Chilonga Girls Movement, has launched a youth-led initiative to protect girls’ rights and challenge harmful cultural practices…

