Month: December 2023
Sikhala refuses to testify, judgment set for January
The trial of CCC members Job Sikhala and newly elected Chitungwiza mayor Lovemore Maiko on charges of inciting public violence in Chitungwiza continued yesterday with the former initially refusing to testify on his own defence. The pair allegedly led CCC supporters to stone Zanu PF supporters last year, in what the State alleges was an […]
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Reflecting on the essence of unity, peace
As Zimbabweans celebrate Unity Day tomorrow, it is pertinent to reflect on the spirit of unity in nation-building, cognisant of the fact that harmony is the bedrock of collective prosperity and stability in which peace plays a pivotal role. With President Mnangagwa steadfastly calling for national reconciliation; healing and unity, therefore, are crucial elements, for […]
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The year climate change knocked hard on many doors
The year comes to an end in 10 days, wrapping up one of the most eventful years that was characterised by unprecedented global events ranging from geopolitics to extreme weather temperatures. 2023 will probably go down in the annals of history as the year climate change knocked hard on many doors, upending lives of millions […]
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Understanding Zim/China military cooperation
ZANLA received military support from China during the liberation struggle and one of the earliest freedom fighters to receive training in that Asian country is the current leader of Zimbabwe, President Mnangagwa. It is uncertain whether ZANLA’s fight against colonial forces would have had as much impact ideologically and militarily had it not been for […]
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ZC accepts Houghton’s resignation as Zimbabwe Head Coach
The Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) Board has accepted Dave Houghton’s resignation from his position as Head Coach of the Zimbabwe Senior Men’s National Team with immediate effect. He will, however, remain with ZC as the Board looks to re-assign him to a new role within the organisation. In his resignation letter, which he tendered on the […]
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BREAKING NEWS: Gospel Musician, Eric Moyo Dies
South African based Zimbabwean gospel musician, Eric Moyo has died. Eric Moyo who was also a member of the Joyous Celebration choir, died after collapsing on stage performing with Joyous celebration. The singer died aged 41. He reportedly passed on at a hospital in Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape. More details to follow…
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30 drug dealers jailed. . .8 women among convicts
Eight women and several youths were among 30 drug dealers and peddlers convicted and jailed for between three months and one year recently. The drugs they were found in possession of ranged from cocaine, crystal meth, mbanje, khat to Broncleer Cough Syrup and Benylin Cough Syrup. Those spared jail were fined various amounts. Of the […]
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Embrace unity, diversity: VP Mohadi
Vice President Kembo Mohadi has implored the nation to embrace unity and diversity, as the country on Friday celebrates the 36th anniversary of the Unity Accord signed by the late former President Robert Mugabe and the late Vice President Dr Joshua Mqabuko Nkomo in 1987. The Unity Accord is credited for ending disturbances in Matabeleland […]
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Pfumvudza plots under irrigation intensified
THE Government is stepping up Pfumvudza/Intwasa under irrigation as part of comprehensive measures to ensure food security at household and national levels in the wake of the devastating effects of climate change, Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development Dr Anxious Masuka has said. He was speaking during a tour of Mashonaland East Province to […]
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IMF gives Zim 2024 National Budget thumbs up
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has commended Zimbabwe’s 2024 national budget, saying the fiscal policy and resource-generating measures will give impetus to economic growth for the attainment of national objectives. IMF country representative Mr Carlos Caceres said the central Government’s decision to assume the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe’s liability was commendable as that would free […]
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