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Zimbabwe pushes for direct Dubai - Victoria Falls link

A Zimbabwean delegation is in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) holding negotiations aimed at establishing a direct air route between Dubai and Victoria Falls, in a move designed to boost tourism inflows and strengthen the country's global co…

Published: 16 hrs ago | 466 | by Staff reporter

High Court stops eviction of 65 families in Umguza

The Bulawayo High Court has temporarily halted the eviction and demolition of homes belonging to more than 65 families in Makwati Village, Umguza District, offering relief to villagers who faced the prospect of losing homes they have occup…

Published: 19 hrs ago | 338 | by Staff reporter

Brig-General (Rtd) Tshuma dies

The Zimbabwe National Army has announced the death of Brigadier-General (Retired) Donald Silundi Tshuma, a senior former military officer and liberation war veteran whose Chimurenga name was Henry Silundi.He was 71.According to a statement…

Published: 19 hrs ago | 472 | by Staff reporter

UK divorce order upheld in Makoni property fight

The Constitutional Court of Zimbabwe has dismissed an application by banker Julius Tawona Makoni seeking to block the enforcement of an English divorce judgment that awarded his former wife substantial matrimonial assets.In a judgment deli…

Published: 19 hrs ago | 372 | by Staff reporter

Mubaiwa's bid to stop Chiwenga attempted murder trial flops

The High Court of Zimbabwe has dismissed an application by former model and businesswoman Marry Mubaiwa seeking a permanent stay of criminal proceedings in her

Published: 19 hrs ago | 409 | by Staff reporter

Chiwenga arrives in Russia

Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has arrived in Russia to attend a major digital economy conference, as Zimbabwe intensifies efforts to accelerate its national digitisation and broader economic transformation agenda.The Vice President i…

Published: 19 hrs ago | 376 | by Staff reporter

Companies abandon Harare CBD

A growing number of major corporates are relocating from Harare's central business district (CBD), signalling what property analysts describe as a "clear structural shift" in Zimbabwe's commercial real estate market.The trend is being driv…

Published: 19 hrs ago | 603 | by Staff reporter

Robber jailed five years

A Bindura man, James Chigume, from Wayerera Village, has been jailed for five years for robbery following his conviction before Bindura magistrate Felix Chauromwe.The 21‑year‑old will serve four years and six months, with six months suspen…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 623 | by Simbarashe Sithole

Zanu PF councillor mourns supporter

Mazowe Ward 30 Councillor Dickson Muchero (Zanu PF) has mourned the death of staunch party supporter Future Kamedzera, who passed away in the ward after a short illness.Muchero described Kamedzera as a dedicated and reliable supporter who …

Published: 18 hrs ago | 591 | by Simbarashe Sithole

In Zimbabwe, relatives could now be called to donate blood for patients

The Zimbabwe Government says it is working on reforms that would allow relatives and family members to donate blood directly for their loved ones in hospitals as part of efforts to reduce the high cost of blood transfusion services and imp…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 382 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe expands AI traffic surveillance

Drivers navigating the busy intersections of Harare and Bulawayo are increasingly encountering sophisticated multi-lens surveillance cameras mounted above refurbished traffic lights as Zimbabwe accelerates its Smart Zimbabwe 2030 programme…

Published: 18 hrs ago | 405 | by Staff reporter

Cop who declared himself police boss acquitted

A Zimbabwe Republic Police officer who shocked the country last year after declaring himself the new Commissioner-General of Police and issuing unlawful directives on social media has been found not guilty due to mental illness.Simbarashe …

Published: 18 hrs ago | 1197 | by Staff reporter

ConCourt blocks live broadcast of CAB 3 challenge hearing

Constitutional Court of Zimbabwe has rejected an application by a private media outlet seeking permission to live-stream proceedings in a high-profile legal challenge against proposed constitutional amendments linked to President Emmerson …

Published: 19 hrs ago | 728 | by Staff reporter

Pumula South spear killer appears in court

Two men from Bulawayo have separately appeared before the courts facing serious violent crime charges, including murder and attempted murder, following incidents linked to alleged misunderstandings.In the first case, Nhlanhla Moyo (48) of …

Published: 19 hrs ago | 333 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo City Council wage bill exceeds govt limits

Bulawayo City Council is facing mounting financial pressure after salaries consumed more than half of its 2026 budget, placing the local authority in breach of Government-prescribed expenditure ratios.Confidential council documents reveal …

Published: 19 hrs ago | 354 | by Staff reporter

Chivayo's ex-mother-in-law arrested

Tabitha Madzikanda, the former mother-in-law of businessman Wicknell Chivayo, has been arrested on allegations of fraud after reportedly attempting to siphon US$1.4 million from a trust account belonging to her grandchildren.Madzikanda, wh…

Published: 24 hrs ago | 1109 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe drawn Against DR Congo, Equatorial Guinea in AFCON aualifiers

Zimbabwe national football team have been drawn in Group E of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers following the official draw conducted by the Confederation of African Football (CAF) on Tuesday.The Warriors will battle Democratic Rep…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 14:23hrs | 391 | by Staff reporter

Madzikatidze granted bail

Journalist Gideon Madzikatidze, who is employed by Bulawayo24, has been granted bail by the High Court in Harare following a successful appeal based on changed circumstances.The ruling was handed down on May 15, 2026, by High Court judge R…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 12:51hrs | 749 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa says 'kings' do not announce their travels

President Emmerson Mnangagwa has defended his recent unannounced foreign trip, dismissing criticism over his secrecy and declaring that a "king" does not move according to public expectations.Mnangagwa quietly left Zimbabwe last Wednesday …

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:52hrs | 1444 | by Staff reporter

Chamisa ridicules Timba, Biti for leading forums against CAB3

Former opposition leader Nelson Chamisa has come under pressure after audio recordings allegedly capturing him criticising politicians leading campaigns against Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 surfaced publicly.The leaked audio emerged…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:51hrs | 1563 | by Staff reporter

Phakel'umthakathi denies claims he married Zimbabwean woman

Actor and anti-immigrant activist Nkosikhona Ndabandaba has dismissed viral social media claims that he is married to a Zimbabwean woman, describing the allegations as false and motivated by jealousy.Ndabandaba, popularly known as "Phakel'…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:50hrs | 611 | by Staff reporter

Bogus Econet technicians in US$90,000 lithium battery heist

Three men appeared before the Harare Magistrates Court facing 17 counts of unlawful entry after allegedly stealing lithium batteries worth US$90,000 from various Econet Wireless Zimbabwe base stations across Harare.Tinashe Tinarwo (23), Lu…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:50hrs | 648 | by Staff reporter

Kidnap plot linked to ex-minister's son

A 30-year-old woman has appeared in court accused of attempting to kidnap a Harare woman allegedly at the instruction of Batsirai Matiza, the son of the late Cabinet minister Joel Biggie Matiza.According to court papers, the complainant, A…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:46hrs | 861 | by Staff reporter

Sakunda Holdings hands over National Sports Stadium

The reopening of the National Sports Stadium moved a step closer yesterday after Minister of Sport, Recreation, Arts and Culture Anselem Sanyatwe toured the facility to officially receive newly installed bucket seats and an upgraded all-we…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:43hrs | 619 | by Staff reporter

Matabeleland South mourns death of Chief Bakwayi

The Matabeleland South community has been plunged into mourning following the death of Chief Bakwayi of Matobo District Ward 13.Chief Bakwayi died on Sunday afternoon at the age of 84 following a short illness.Chairperson of the Provincial…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:42hrs | 437 | by Staff reporter

Mnangagwa swears in new Zimbabwe Chief Justice

President Emmerson Mnangagwa on Monday officially swore in Elizabeth Gwaunza as Zimbabwe's new Chief Justice during a ceremony held at State House in Harare.Paddington Garwe was also sworn in as Deputy Chief Justice.Gwaunza's appointment m…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:37hrs | 371 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe in tough pot ahead of AFCON draw

The seedings for Tuesday's draw for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers have been confirmed, with 48 African nations divided into four pots ahead of the composition of the qualifying groups.The qualifying campaign will feature 12 gro…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:36hrs | 470 | by Staff reporter

AfDB approves US$4m grant for Zimbabwe debt arrears process

The African Development Bank Group has approved a US$4 million grant to support Zimbabwe's debt arrears clearance and re-engagement process with the international financial community.The funding will finance the Zimbabwe Arrears Clearance …

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:35hrs | 189 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe mining sector booms

Zimbabwe is rapidly strengthening its position in global strategic mineral supply chains as rising international demand for lithium, gold, platinum, and chrome drives a new wave of investment, export growth, and industrial expansion.The ex…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:34hrs | | by Staff reporter

High Court set to rule on MDC 7 bail appeal Thursday

The High Court is set to deliver judgment on Thursday in the bail appeal case involving seven activists from the Movement for Democratic Change (MDC), who have been in custody since late April over allegations linked to planned demonstrati…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:33hrs | 221 | by Staff reporter

Zozibini Tunzi set to host Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2026 finale

Former Miss Universe winner Zozibini Tunzi is set to headline the upcoming Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2026 grand finale, marking a major highlight in Zimbabwe's pageantry calendar.The prestigious event is scheduled for June 6 at the Harare Hip…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:32hrs | 181 | by Staff reporter

Lithium value addition secures 5 000 jobs

Zimbabwe has secured more than 5,000 jobs in its fast-growing lithium industry following the introduction of export quotas for major producers under a broader value addition and beneficiation strategy aimed at transforming the mining secto…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:31hrs | 186 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe govt backs microfinance drive to expand low-income lending

Zimbabwe's informal sector and civil service have received a significant boost following the official launch of a new micro-lending initiative, Talk and Pay Microfinance, aimed at expanding access to credit for small businesses, civil serv…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:31hrs | 212 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe-China mineral partnership under scrutiny

Zimbabwe's vast mineral endowment has placed it at the centre of intensifying global competition for strategic resources, with growing demand for lithium, gold, platinum and chrome reshaping investment flows and geopolitical interest in th…

Published: 19 May 2026 at 08:29hrs | 302 | by Staff reporter

Chivayo's ex-wife claims arrest over Ramaphosa video leak

Sonja Madzikanda, the former wife of businessman Wicknell Chivayo, says she has been arrested after Chivayo allegedly accused her of stealing his mobile phone and leaking a "compromising" video involving Cyril Ramaphosa.According to Madzik…

Published: 18 May 2026 at 21:42hrs | 2321 | by staff reporter

Joseph Kanyekanye in court for fraud

Executive chairperson of Alliance Holdings and former president of the Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries, Joseph Kanyekanye, appeared in court on Saturday facing allegations of extortion, fraud and money laundering involving more than U…

Published: 18 May 2026 at 21:42hrs | 701 | by staff reporter

Chivayo, Ginimbi destroyed my business, Nduna tells court

Zanu PF legislator Dexter Nduna on Thursday told a court how he lost R535,000 in an alleged fraud scheme involving flamboyant businessmen Genius Kadungure and Wicknell Chivayo, saying the deal left him financially crippled and blacklisted …

Published: 18 May 2026 at 20:03hrs | 1725 | by staff reporter

Zanu-PF cracks down on dissent amid term extension row

THE ruling ZANU-PF party has warned members against airing internal disputes on social media as tensions continue to grow over a controversial proposal to extend President Emmerson Mnangagwa's term in office.The party is facing mounting fa…

Published: 18 May 2026 at 18:41hrs | 749 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe targets idle farms in nationwide land audit

THE Government is preparing to launch a nationwide land audit targeting underutilised farms, multiple farm ownership and irregular land allocations as authorities intensify efforts to restore order and improve agricultural productivity.Van…

Published: 18 May 2026 at 18:40hrs | 751 | by Staff reporter

2 Zimbabweans get multiple life sentences for South Africa murders

TWO Zimbabwean nationals convicted of a string of murders and violent robberies in Johannesburg have been sentenced to multiple life imprisonment terms by the Gauteng Local Division Court after terrorising residents of Troyville and Betram…

Published: 18 May 2026 at 18:39hrs | 619 | by Staff reporter

Kombi operators resist move to egodini

COMMUTER omnibus operators who previously operated from Bulawayo's controversial Sixth Avenue taxi rank are resisting a directive by the Bulawayo City Council (BCC) to relocate to the Egodini Taxi Rank following major road rehabilitation w…

Published: 18 May 2026 at 18:38hrs | 522 | by Staff reporter

Over 70 smuggled vehicles seized in major clampdown

THE National Prosecuting Authority of Zimbabwe (NPAZ) says it seized more than 70 vehicles last month as part of a nationwide crackdown on smuggled cars entering the country without proper declaration.The operation, conducted in collaborat…

Published: 18 May 2026 at 18:37hrs | 461 | by Staff reporter

Zimbabwe denies knowledge of SA xenophobic attacks

THE Zimbabwean government is facing growing domestic scrutiny after telling Parliament it is unaware of widespread xenophobic violence in neighbouring South Africa, despite mounting concern among Zimbabwean migrants living there.The issue …

Published: 18 May 2026 at 18:35hrs | | by Staff reporter

Teacher unions alarmed by limited recruitment drive

GOVERNMENT'S decision to recruit only 2 000 teachers this year has sparked concern among education stakeholders, with unions warning that the move falls far short of addressing Zimbabwe's worsening staffing crisis in public schools.During …

Published: 18 May 2026 at 18:33hrs | 324 | by Staff reporter

Air Force warns public over Hatfield golf course stands

THE Air Force of Zimbabwe (AFZ) has warned members of the public against purchasing residential stands at the Hatfield Golf Course in Harare, insisting that the property remains military land and is not available for sale or residential de…

Published: 18 May 2026 at 13:36hrs | 559 | by Staff reporter

Malaba defends judiciary gainst interference claims

RETIRED Chief Justice Luke Malaba has defended Zimbabwe's judiciary against persistent allegations of political interference and corruption, insisting that public confidence in the justice system must be built through evidence-based compla…

Published: 18 May 2026 at 12:51hrs | 443 | by Staff reporter

Zanu-PF cracks down on dissent amid term extension row

THE ruling ZANU-PF party has warned members against airing internal disputes on social media as tensions continue to grow over a controversial proposal to exten

Published: 18 May 2026 at 12:50hrs | 502 | by Staff reporter

Inter Africa crew in explosives v scandal

AN Inter Africa bus driver and conductor have appeared in court alongside a member of the public over allegations of illegally transporting explosives in a publ

Published: 18 May 2026 at 12:49hrs | 1158 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo moves to ban firewood braais at food outlets

THE smoky aroma of roasting meat that has long defined Bulawayo's vibrant braai culture could soon disappear after the City Council endorsed a policy banning the use of firewood-fuelled braais at commercial food outlets.The proposed regula…

Published: 18 May 2026 at 12:49hrs | 624 | by Staff reporter

Bulawayo businessman brutally murdered

THE Business Against Crime Forum of Zimbabwe (Bacfoz) has condemned the brutal killing of Noor Hussein, a prominent businessman who was allegedly murdered by his employee and an accomplice during a violent robbery at his home in Kumalo.Hus…

Published: 18 May 2026 at 12:49hrs | 1640 | by Staff reporter

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Zimbabwe pushes for direct Dubai - Victoria Falls link

Robber jailed five years

Zanu PF councillor mourns supporter

In Zimbabwe, relatives could now be called to donate blood for patients

Zimbabwe expands AI traffic surveillance

Cop who declared himself police boss acquitted

ConCourt blocks live broadcast of CAB 3 challenge hearing

Pumula South spear killer appears in court

Bulawayo City Council wage bill exceeds govt limits

High Court stops eviction of 65 families in Umguza

Brig-General (Rtd) Tshuma dies

UK divorce order upheld in Makoni property fight

Mubaiwa's bid to stop Chiwenga attempted murder trial flops

Chiwenga arrives in Russia

Companies abandon Harare CBD

Chivayo's ex-mother-in-law arrested

Zimbabwe drawn Against DR Congo, Equatorial Guinea in AFCON aualifiers

Madzikatidze granted bail

Mnangagwa says 'kings' do not announce their travels

Chamisa ridicules Timba, Biti for leading forums against CAB3

Phakel'umthakathi denies claims he married Zimbabwean woman

Bogus Econet technicians in US$90,000 lithium battery heist

Kidnap plot linked to ex-minister's son

Sakunda Holdings hands over National Sports Stadium

Matabeleland South mourns death of Chief Bakwayi

Mnangagwa swears in new Zimbabwe Chief Justice

Zimbabwe in tough pot ahead of AFCON draw

AfDB approves US$4m grant for Zimbabwe debt arrears process

Zimbabwe mining sector booms

High Court set to rule on MDC 7 bail appeal Thursday

Zozibini Tunzi set to host Miss Universe Zimbabwe 2026 finale

Lithium value addition secures 5 000 jobs

Zimbabwe govt backs microfinance drive to expand low-income lending

Zimbabwe-China mineral partnership under scrutiny

Chivayo's ex-wife claims arrest over Ramaphosa video leak

Joseph Kanyekanye in court for fraud

Chivayo, Ginimbi destroyed my business, Nduna tells court

Zanu-PF cracks down on dissent amid term extension row

Zimbabwe targets idle farms in nationwide land audit

2 Zimbabweans get multiple life sentences for South Africa murders

Kombi operators resist move to egodini

Over 70 smuggled vehicles seized in major clampdown

Zimbabwe denies knowledge of SA xenophobic attacks

Teacher unions alarmed by limited recruitment drive

Air Force warns public over Hatfield golf course stands

Malaba defends judiciary gainst interference claims

Zanu-PF cracks down on dissent amid term extension row

Inter Africa crew in explosives v scandal

Bulawayo moves to ban firewood braais at food outlets

Bulawayo businessman brutally murdered

Zimbabwe tightens border security to curb trafficking

Lupane State University students win innovation prize

Zimbabwean woman dies at South African hospital; neglected due to her nationality

Zimbabwe is at peace, says Mnangagwa

The harder the Zimbabwe regime pushes citizens into believing economy improving the more unbelievable they sound!

Cop who declared himself police boss acquitted

Zimbabwe road carnage claiming 5 people every day

ConCourt blocks live broadcast of CAB 3 challenge hearing

Robber jailed five years

Zanu PF councillor mourns supporter

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