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Bulawayo deputy mayor barricaded himself to avoid arrest

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Bulawayo deputy mayor Edwin Ndlovu allegedly locked himself inside his private office to avoid arrest, forcing Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) investigators to call a locksmith. Ndlovu, 55, who is councillor for ward 8, appeared in court on Monday, 24 August, on extortion charges alongside ward 28…

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Mnangagwa family-linked criminal case deepens

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A high-profile criminal case involving Kelsea Tadiwa Tafirenyika, her mother Amina Jassinta Jessub Arab, her sister Dyonne Tanaka Tafirenyika and relative Noreen Jessub has escalated into a

Bus blown up in suspected route war attack

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A fierce battle for passengers among bus operators in Chipinge took a dangerous turn early Friday morning when a Big Game Motors bus was allegedly attacked with a suspected explosive at an illegal

Mnangagwa dragged to ConCourt

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President Emmerson Mnangagwa has been taken to the Constitutional Court over his appointment of 10 senators, with two applicants arguing that the nominees do not meet the constitutional requirement

Mnangagwa ignores court order on Uchena Report

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The full Justice Tendai Uchena Commission report into Zimbabwe's multi-billion-dollar illegal urban land sales has still not been made public despite a High Court order compelling President Emmerson

Zimbabwe fans want full NSS return

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Football fans have welcomed the partial homologation of the National Sports Stadium, but have called on authorities to complete the outstanding work and restore the venue to full domestic and

Matter of fact

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IN an article published in The Herald Online on August 21, 2026, under the headline, “Harare lawyer denied bail again”, we erroneously reported that lawyer David Junior Munashe Donzvambeva

Zimbabwe youth choir wins two silvers at global choral showcase

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Story by Collette Musanyera Choice Children’s Choir has secured two silver medals at the World Choir Games in Sweden, putting Zimbabwean choral talent on the global stage. The ensemble, made up of choristers from different schools in Harare, competed in two categories at the event in Helsingborg, earning silver in the…

Zimbabwe handed Mauritius test in U-23 AFCON qualifier

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Story by Lawrence Trusida Zimbabwe’s Young Warriors will face Mauritius in the first round of the CAF Under-23 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, with the two-legged tie offering a route into the next stage of the competition. The first leg is scheduled for the National Sports Stadium on 28 September, before Zimbabwe…

Government, private sector map route to US$15bn agriculture economy

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Story by Owen Mandovha Government is confident Zimbabwe can grow its agriculture economy to US$15 billion by 2030, with increased productivity, technology adoption and stronger market linkages identified as key to achieving the target. The ambition, set out in the Agriculture, Food Systems and Rural Transformation…

Beitbridge Prison upgrade to strengthen rehabilitation and skills training

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Story by Aifheli Mudau Beitbridge Prison is set for a major upgrade as Government moves to reshape correctional facilities around rehabilitation, skills development and self-reliance rather than confinement alone. The prison, established about 70 years ago with capacity for just over 230 inmates, will be refurbished…

A name, a history, a legacy: Remembering nationalist pioneer Benjamin Burombo

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Story by Mercy Bofu-Matinha In the heart of Masvingo, a government complex bears a name that reaches back into one of the earliest chapters of Zimbabwe’s struggle against colonial rule. The Benjamin Burombo Building is today a busy centre of public administration, housing several Government offices, including the…

Zimbabwe makes healthcare breakthrough with first bone marrow transplant

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Story by Theophilus Chuma Zimbabwe has achieved a major healthcare milestone after Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals in Harare successfully conducted the country’s first bone marrow transplant, opening access to specialised treatment for patients who previously had to seek the procedure abroad. The breakthrough has…

Mbuya Nehanda ferry towed ashore as investigators probe Kariba disaster

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Recovery teams brought the vessel to the mainland from the Musambakaruma Islands area following a complex salvage operation to right and secure the ferry before towing it ashore. The post Mbuya Nehanda ferry towed ashore as investigators probe Kariba disaster appeared first on newsday

RBZ hails 2.9% August ZiG inflation as milestone

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“This is indeed a clear testament that the prudent policies being pursued by the authorities have been effective in continuously delivering price, currency and exchange rate stability in the economy,” Mushayavanhu said. The post RBZ hails 2.9% August ZiG inflation as milestone appeared first on newsday

Zimbabwe expects strategic grain reserve surplus of up to 965k tonnes

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Story by Stanley James, Business Editor ZIMBABWE’S sustained food security drive has received a major boost following indications that the country is set to have a surplus strategic grain reserve of between 550 945 and 964 945 metric tonnes. The development was announced during Tuesday’s Post-Cabinet Media Briefing in…

Whistleblowers seek legal, financial protection under proposed Bill

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Story by Wellington Makonese Whistleblowers and witnesses have called for stronger legal, physical and financial protection as Parliament consults citizens on the proposed Whistleblowers and Witness Protection Bill. The Parliamentary Portfolio Committee on Justice, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs conducted public…

Three artisanal miners killed in accident

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Freeman Razemba Senior Reporter THREE artisanal miners have died after a mining shaft they were working in collapsed in Mutare. The incident occurred on Monday at 4 PM. National

Buying a Used Car Online in Africa: Due Diligence Built Around the Job

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Buying a used car online in Africa can feel like navigating a maze of listings, photos, and promises. Yet the real challenge is not a shortage of options—it is the lack of a clear, disciplined method tailored to your actual needs. This guide moves beyond generic advice to offer a practical, job‑centred due‑diligence…