Day: March 3, 2024
President gives heroic young siblings scholarships, cash
PRESIDENT Mnangagwa yesterday honoured two courageous children who rescued their mother from a terrifying crocodile attack in Mhondoro two months ago. The President met Luckmore Chikavamombe (12) and Peace Magaya (11) at State House yesterday to commend their bravery and offer them a well-deserved reward of covering their educational expenses up to university level and […]
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Clampdown on imported vehicles
Government has begun mandatory inspections of all imported second-hand vehicles as part of broader assessments to curb the importation of substandard goods into the country. The scope of the checks includes investigating potential cases of odometer fraud, excessive rust and tyre wear, as well as airbag functionality. The mandatory inspections, which commenced on Friday, will […]
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$44 billion drought response kitty out
• Boon for 3m food-insecure people • Millers to import 1,1 million tonnes grain Theseus Shambare The Government has set aside an initial $44 billion to facilitate the delivery of food to about three million people considered food-insecure, while millers plan to import 1,1 million tonnes of grain as part of a slew of measures […]
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MBA students take Midlands State University to court
MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY’S Masters in Business Administration (MBA) students have moved to take legal action against the institution for demanding payment of their tuition fees exclusively in United States dollars. The total fees per semester for the MBA degree programme is US$1 888. MSU’s MBA students are expected to have registered by March 8, and […]
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United Nations commends Zimbabwe’s role in Hammarskjold investigations
THE United Nations has commended Zimbabwe’s sterling contribution in the ongoing investigations into the circumstances leading to the death of former UN Secretary-General Dag Hammarskjold in Ndola, Zambia, in 1961. In its commendation following submission of reports to retired Tanzanian Chief Justice Mohamed Chande Othman, the UN Eminent Person appointed to examine new information relating […]
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Nollywood Mourns the Loss of Legendary Actor Mr. Ibu
The Nigerian entertainment industry is in mourning following the sudden demise of veteran actor Mr. Ibu, who passed away yesterday due to complications arising from surgery. The beloved star, known for his comedic prowess and larger-than-life personality, leaves behind a legacy that has left an indelible mark on Nollywood and beyond. Born John Okafor, Mr. […]
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