Key developments affecting Zimbabwe’s political, economic, and cultural landscape.
By Blessing Ngoni Tauro A giant falls, a legacy remains,Dr. S. Zukuzo Gata, a life of noble gains.From Mutema’s soil, he rose with might,A proud Ndau son, with a heart alight. Dr. Gata’s legacy lives on,A shining star, forever strong.With wisdom, love, and heart aflame,His impact remains, an eternal flame. With degrees and titles, he…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, Chiyadzwa, 5 July 2025 – The Zimbabwe Consolidated Diamond Company (ZCDC) has been forced to retrench employees following a devastating collapse in global diamond prices, leaving workers in shock and the future of the industry uncertain. In a tense meeting held earlier this week, ZCDC management informed employees that some would…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, June 29, 2025 | As dusk creeps over Mutare, the soft hum of engines idling at the Forbes Border Post merges with the laughter and clinking bottles from roadside shabeens along Parkroad. Amid the shadows of parked trucks, a different kind of hustle begins. Women some barely in their twenties—emerge from…
By Heather Buzuzi Harare, Zimbabwe, 28 June, 2025 | In a passionate address to Zimbabwe’s National Assembly last week, Hon. Lynnette Karenyi, the legislator for Chikanga Constituency in Mutare Urban, delivered a sharp critique of a proposed motion to enforce patriotism through state-mandated legislation, warning that such measures threaten fundamental rights and democratic principles. “Patriotism…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare, 21 June 2025 – A constructive and inclusive dialogue was held on Saturday in Mutare, where residents, youth activists, and panellists deliberated on the proposed introduction of prepaid water meters amid growing frustration over the city’s persistent water challenges. The engagement, organised by The Big Conversation in partnership with Young Leaders…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Beitbridge, 23 June 2025 – NetOne Cellular on Saturday reaffirmed its commitment to national development through corporate social responsibility initiatives by officially handing over newly renovated infrastructure at Mtetengwe Secondary School and hosting the inaugural “Run For Hope” anti-drug marathon. The high-profile event, which drew over 500 marathon participants, was presided over…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Rusape, June 20, 2025 — The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has confirmed the arrest of Makoni Central Member of Parliament, Patrick Sagandira, on allegations of unlawfully occupying and developing state land in violation of Section 63 of the Land Commission Act [Chapter 20:04]. Sagandira is accused of illegally allocating himself a 300-square-meter…
Fanuel Chinowaita Mutare – 20 June 2025 — Twelve members linked to the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ) who were arrested in Sakubva on Tuesday appeared at Mutare Magistrates Court yesterday facing charges of participating in an illegal gathering with intent to promote public violence. The group appeared before Magistrate Annie Ndiraya in…
By Fanuel Chinowaita Harare, Zimbabwe, June 12, 2025 – A heated debate erupted in Zimbabwe’s Parliament yesterday as legislators clashed over the controversial mandatory radio licence fee, with opposition MPs demanding revisions to the policy amid widespread public dissatisfaction. Hon Lynnette Karenyi Chikanga Constituency The issue was thrust into the spotlight when Hon Lynnette Karenyi…
By Heather Buzuzi Mutare – 10 June 2025 — The Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (ZACC) has arrested three Rusape Town Council officials over allegations of criminal abuse of duty stemming from a controversial land deal involving a solar power project. The suspects, Togarepi Nerwande (Director of Human Capital & Administration and Acting Town Secretary at the…
