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By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, 20 December 2025– The National Police Spokesperson, Commissioner Paul Nyathi, has vowed to eradicate illegal pirate taxis, commonly known as mushikashika, and dismantle their official-looking ranks by the New Year, following concerns raised by journalists in Mutare. Speaking during a Police Media Engagement Programme organised by the Media Institute of Southern…

By Blessing Ngoni Tauro Checheche, Zimbabwe – In a groundbreaking initiative, the Agricultural Technical and Extension Services (AGRITEX) has launched a program that enables farmers in Checheche to pool their resources and buy groceries in bulk. This innovative approach not only reduces costs but also promotes community development and cooperation among farmers. Here’s how it…

By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare – The Commissioner-General of Police on Wednesday hosted the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) 2025 Christmas Church Service at Christ Embassy Church in Mutare, bringing together police officers, families and members of the community. The event was marked by acts of charity as widows and orphans of late ZRP members received food…

By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, 13 December 2025 – Mutare Central Member of Parliament Brian James handed over Christmas grocery parcels to two disability-focused charities yesterday, framing the gesture as a personal pledge to bring seasonal comfort to the vulnerable. “Each Christmas time I try and put a little comfort into the homes of the more…

By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, December 13, 2025 – Mutare City Council yesterday led an anti-corruption march from Quest Motors Manufacturing Company to Sakubva Stadium as part of activities marking International Anti-Corruption Day, with city leaders and Government officials calling for strengthened transparency, accountability and citizen participation in local governance. The march, which involved councillors, council…

By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, Zimbabwe — The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) in Manicaland Province has issued a stern warning to transport touts and illegal “mishikashika” drivers, vowing a crackdown on lawlessness at bus termini and on the roads during the 2025 festive season. The warning was delivered yesterday during the launch of the ZRP Manicaland…

By Fortunate Black Mutare, 11 December 2025 — Hundreds of residents took to the streets of Mutare yesterday in a 16-kilometre march to launch the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence (GBV), in a show of solidarity that brought together civil society organisations, community groups, government officials and the police. The march, organised by…

By Fanuel Chinowaita MUTARE – Hartlane Christian School held its Valediction and Speech Night in Mutare last week, honouring high-achieving learners and urging families to remain alert to growing social challenges that continue to affect young people in Zimbabwe. The event, held at Living Waters Churches Auditorium in the central business district, brought together students,…

By Fanuel Chinowaita MUTARE, 8 December 2025 – A heated district dialogue on Friday revealed deep-seated crises within Zimbabwe’s mining sector, with local miners accusing the Ministry of Mines of corruption, manipulation and deadly negligence linked to the newly launched Computerized Mining Cadastre System. The meeting, convened in Mutare by the Zimbabwe Mining Advocacy and…