Tinotenda Hove - The opposition party, Freedom Fighters for Change (FFC), has taken a sharp swipe at Zanu PF, accusing the ruling party of failing to translate Zimbabwe’s abundant mineral wealth into tangible benefits for ordinary citizens. In a statement released on Thursday, FFC highlighted the stark contrast between the…
Mnangagwa’s Beijing Trip Raises Questions Over Zimbabwe’s Growing Dependence on China
Tinotenda Hove - President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s latest meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping in Beijing has sparked renewed concerns that Zimbabwe is sliding deeper into Beijing’s grip under the guise of “upgraded relations.” China has elevated Zimbabwe’s ties from a Comprehensive Strategic Partnership to what it calls “All-Weather Relations with…
Speeding Jeep Cherokee Claims Life of Pedestrian in Borrowdale
Tinotenda Hove - A Harare man was fatally struck by a speeding Jeep Cherokee near Sam Levy’s Village in Borrowdale while attempting to cross the road. Witnesses said the pedestrian was walking from Pomona Food Court toward Village Walk when the Jeep, heading in the direction of Domboshava, tried to…
Stakeholders Step In To Resolve Mining Conflicts In Bikita
Tinotenda Hove - The Youth Empowerment and Skills Development Association (YESDA), in collaboration with the Bikita Institute of Land and Development (BILD), facilitated a community meeting that brought villagers from Murape and other local villages in Ward 11 together with various public officials to discuss water scarcity and other challenges…
Opposition Party Freedom Fighters for Change Demands Equitable Land Redistribution Ahead of Party Launch
Tinotenda Hove - Freedom Fighters for Change (FFC) leader Michael Makaza has called for urgent action on land reform, urging Zimbabweans to unite in the fight for land justice. Speaking on Tuesday, Makaza declared: “Land Redistribution Now! Let’s unite for land justice! We propose downsizing large farms to accommodate more…
Esigodini Paedophile Assaults 15-Year-Old “Wife” With Log
Tinotenda Hove - A 26-year-old man from Shale Village in Esigodini, Matabeleland South, has appeared in court facing charges of physical abuse and having sexual intercourse with a minor. The accused, Tendai Mnkandla, was brought before Esigodini magistrate Ms Menelisi Linda where he pleaded guilty. He was remanded in custody…
Government Bans Tinted Windows on Public and Private Vehicles
Tinotenda Hove - Government has announced a sweeping ban on tinted windows for both public transporters and private vehicles, a move authorities say is aimed at improving security and road safety. Government spokesperson Nick Mangwana raised the issue on Tuesday, questioning the motives behind car tinting. "Why do people tint…
Kwekwe Man Jailed for Stealing Laptops, WiFi Device from Younger Brother
Tinotenda Hove - The Kwekwe Magistrates’ Court has convicted and sentenced 27-year-old Kudzai Munjoma to 10 months in prison for stealing from his younger brother, Simbarashe Munjoma. Of the 10-month sentence, three months were suspended for five years on condition of good behavior, while a further two months were suspended…
Freedom Fighters for Change Demands 90% Slash in Passport Fees
Tinotenda Hove — Opposition political party Freedom Fighters for Change (FFC) has demanded a massive reduction in passport fees, saying current charges are preventing ordinary Zimbabweans from accessing a basic right to travel and explore opportunities abroad. In a statement issued Monday, the party said the cost of obtaining a…
Alarm As Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe Declares No Going Back On Removal Of US Dollar
Tinotenda Hove - HARARE – The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) has declared that the country is on an irreversible path towards a mono-currency system, sparking alarm among businesses and ordinary citizens who fear the forced abandonment of the US dollar will trigger economic instability. Unveiling its presentation titled Path…

