Rusape Council Chair Denies ZANU-PF Defection; Councillor Admits Taking Money at Meeting

By Fanuel Chinowaita RUSAPE, Manicaland – Rusape Town Council Chairperson Lovemore Chifomboti has publicly denied allegations he has joined the ruling ZANU-PF party, calling the claims “false and misleading.” The denial comes amid circulating reports and video recordings suggesting local opposition councillors have attended ZANU-PF Rusape rally, part of a broader political realignment in Zimbabwe…

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Mayor’s Cheer Fund Brings Christmas Relief to Vulnerable Groups in Mutare

By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, 23 December 2025– Scores of less privileged residents, including people living with disabilities, the elderly and orphans, on Monday received food hampers under the Mayor’s Cheer Fund programme held at Mutare Hall, in an initiative aimed at ensuring vulnerable groups enjoy the festive season with dignity. Addressing beneficiaries, Mutare Town Clerk…

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“We Are One” – Police, Media Ally to End Mushikashika Menace

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…

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AGRITEX Initiative Empowers Checheche Farmers through Collective Grocery Buying

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…

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Mutare Council Takes Anti-Corruption Fight to the Streets

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…

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Police Warn Touts and “Mishikashika” Drivers as Festive Season Campaign Kicks Off in Mutare

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…

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