By Heather Buzuzi As Zimbabwe commemorated World Press Freedom Day, Hon. Prosper Chapfiwa Mutseyami raised significant concerns regarding the unregulated ascent of artificial intelligence (AI) in journalism. He warned that while this technology presents major opportunities, it also poses critical threats to media freedom and democracy. Speaking under this year’s theme, “Reporting in the Brave…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, May 26, 2025 At a belated World Press Freedom Day commemoration in Mutare on Friday, Zimbabwe, the Media Institute of Southern Africa (MISA) raised urgent concerns over escalating threats to media independence, citing government interference, economic instability, and the disruptive impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on journalism. MISA Board Vice Chairperson…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Africa Day is meant to be a moment of unity, pride, and reflection on the continent’s journey toward liberation and self-determination. Yet, for many Africans, the day is overshadowed by the harsh reality that our wealth continues to be stripped away by foreign powers, corrupt elites, and a global economic system designed…
By Fanuel Chinowaita *Mutare In the bustling streets of Mutare, a dedicated group of individuals is making a significant impact on the environment by collecting plastic bottles, cans, plastics, and cardboard for recycling. These waste pickers, often overlooked, are calling for government support to enhance their efforts. “I wake up every morning knowing that what…
By Fanuel Chinowaita 08 December 2024 Mutare-In a significant move to combat climate change and restore ecosystems, the Mutare City Council and Mega Market planted 2,143 trees yesterday at the Natvest industrial area as part of their tree-planting day initiative. The newly planted trees include 1,700 indigenous trees and 443 fruit trees, marking a significant…
By Staff Reporter A student at Kwekwe Polytechnic, Carlos Tadiwa Mafuwe (22), has been convicted of academic fraud. He was arrested by the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) and charged with fraud as defined in Section 136 of the Criminal Law (Codification and Reform) Act [Chapter 9:23]. Circumstances are that in November 2023, Mafuwe, connived with…
*By Fanuel Chinowaita* *Chipinge, Chisumbanje* What began as a disturbing viral video quickly spiraled into a national scandal, drawing outrage from citizens, rights activists, and lawmakers. The footage, which emerged on social media on the morning of May 16, showed uniformed security guards assaulting young girls alleged to have stolen sugar cane from Green Fuel…
By Fanuel Chinowaita *Harare – 21 May 2025* Chikanga legislator, Hon. Lynette Karenyi, has called for the enactment of a law that would compel companies to reinvest at least 10 to 15 percent of their profits into local communities, particularly those affected by extractive and industrial activities. Speaking in Parliament during debate on a motion…
By Heather Buzuzi | Mutare | May 21, 2025 – Murahwa Primary School in Chikanga has received a donation of 240 chairs and 24 desks from Honourable Lynette Karenyi, the Member of Parliament for Chikanga Constituency. The handover ceremony took place on Friday afternoon, with the furniture purchased through the Constituency Development Fund (CDF). Speaking…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, Zimbabwe – May 21, 2025 A landmark conservation workshop held in Mutare on May 16 has raised alarm over the rapid decline of key bird species in Zimbabwe’s Eastern Highlands. The event that was Organized by the Manica Youth Assembly (MAYA) and Nature Conservation and Development Trust (NCDT) brought together conservationists,…
