Stories that matter to the people of Manicaland, from politics to social issues.
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare – 22 June 2025 – The City of Mutare is in the final stages of implementing a new urban transport framework following successful registration of commuter omnibus operators under formal associations, a move aimed at restoring order and curbing the influence of illegal rank marshals (mahwindi). In a follow-up to last…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare – 21 June 2025— Twelve members affiliated with the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ), who were arrested earlier this week for allegedly participating in an illegal gathering in Sakubva, were granted bail by the Mutare Magistrates Court yesterday. The ruling, comes after their initial appearance on Thursday where the…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Zimbabwe, Bocha Marange, 20 June 2025 – Betera Primary School received a significant boost this week after the University of Zimbabwe, through Dr. Bernard Kusena, a Senior Lecturer and Tutor, donated over 300 new textbooks and numerous English novels aimed at enriching the school’s library and strengthening learners’ English communication skills from…
By Heather Buzuzi Mutare, Chikanga, 16 June 2015 – A vibrant Drug Awareness Program held on Saturday in Chikanga brought together community leaders, youth groups, and concerned citizens in a united stand against the growing menace of substance abuse. The event, which began with an energetic march from TM Chikanga, Sports Field led by a…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare – June 10, 2025: Deputy Mayor Councillor John Nyamhoka and Councillor Edson Kalulu have officially been conferred with the prestigious title of Alderman in recognition of their long-standing service to the City of Mutare. The announcement was made by Mutare Mayor, Councillor Simon Chabuka, during the 1,326th full council meeting held…
Provincial leadership ducks accountability while congregants flee church under siege By Fanuel Chinowaita Hobhouse, June 9, 2025 – The leadership crisis engulfing AFM Mt Zion Assembly in Hobhouse continues to escalate, with new revelations confirming that the church’s internal conflict has now reached national structures. In the latest development, Pastor Musonza has refused to directly…
By Fanuel Chinowaita PENHALONGA, MUTASA – June 8, 2025 – The national clean-up campaign held Friday at Penhalonga Service Centre brought together key stakeholders in a spirited fight against plastic pollution, in alignment with Zimbabwe’s environmental commitments and preparations for hosting COP15 next year. The event, held under the theme “Uniting Against Plastic Pollution: Protecting…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutimutema, 7 April 2025 – In a tragic turn of events, Fanwell Dauda, a 40-year-old resident of Mutimutema Village at Chief Hata, was found hanging from a tree early on June 4, 2025. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, raising concerns about mental health and the need for support systems…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Participants at Food handling Training Workshop Mutare, June 7, 2025 – The City of Mutare, in partnership with the Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC), yesterday hosted a comprehensive food safety training workshop aimed at strengthening food handling standards across the city’s hospitality sector. The training, held yesterday at the Civic…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Hobhouse, Mutare – June 5, 2025United Mutare Residents and Ratepayers Trust (UMRAT) held a plenary discussion yesterday in Hobhouse Ward 17 as part of its ongoing Access to Documentation (ATD) awareness campaign. Now in its third year, the initiative helps residents access essential documents such as birth and death certificates and national…
