THE Indian ambassador to Zimbabwe, Bramha Kumar, says bilateral relations that exist between the two countries have seen US$600 million worth of investment in the southern African nation’s various economic sectors. Speaking during the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) Day in Harare yesterday, Kumar said Indian investors had provided direct and indirect employment to…
PARLIAMENT wants the government to take stern action against the rampant trading and use of illegal skin-lightening creams in the country. This comes as the ubiquitous creams have been linked to severe health complications — including cancer, kidney damage and nervous system disorders.Speaking in the National Assembly on Tuesday, Zanu PF chief whip, Pupurai Togarepi,…
Ashley Moyo moyoa@dailynews.co.zw CELEBRATED Tswana musician Vee Mampeezy is looking forward to his upcoming reunion with Zimdancehall heavyweight Winky D at the third edition of the Swan Music Festival to be held in Bulawayo at White City Stadium on March 29. “Zimbabwe, we are excited for this month-end. I can’t wait to perform alongside my…
Cloud Fusire in DURBAN, SA THE Warriors are heading into today’s 2026 World Cup Qualifiers group C tie against Benin fully aware that nothing short of victory will leave their chances of making it to the global football jamboree hanging by a thread. The match is set for Moses Mabhida Stadium at 1800hrs. Benin are…
A BULAWAYO woman has been ordered to perform 210 hours of community service after she was convicted of assaulting her husband’s lover. Ayanda Ngwenya appeared before Bulawayo regional magistrate Joseph Mabeza facing a charge of attempted murder. She pleaded not guilty to the charge and was, however, convicted of a lesser charge of assault. Ngwenya…
By Rutendo Ngara TOP Harare lawyer Admire Rubaya and his alleged accomplice, Timeon Makunde, a magistrate, were yesterday acquitted at the Supreme Court for gold theft. The charges arose after Rubaya represented Jefat Chaganda before Makunde and was acquitted of gold smuggling. The gold was later released back to Chaganda. However, the State later charged…
THE Zimbabwe Gender Commission (ZGC) has called on the government and relevant stakeholders to intensify efforts in addressing socio-economic and cultural issues that hinder women’s full participation in politics. Speaking during a stakeholders’ meeting on Tuesday, the ZGC chief executive officer, Virginia Muwanigwa, highlighted the numerous obstacles women face when venturing into politics. “What remains…
THE Bulawayo City Council (BCC) has continued to receive support from the United Kingdom (UK)- based Operation Florian Team, with its firefighters benefiting from training and firefighting equipment donations. A team of trainers arrived in Bulawayo on Tuesday from the UK to train local firefighters in various skills. Speaking at a welcome reception, mayor David…
By Tapiwa Chirume chirumet@dailynews.co.zw TEACHERS’ unions are divided over calls for industrial action to demand a salary adjustment, with some preferring negotiations while others advocate for a nationwide strike. This development comes after teachers received their salaries yesterday, which they deem inadequate to meet the high cost of living amid the prevailing economic crisis. Speaking…
AT LEAST 100 Advanced Level and university students have benefited from Delta Corporation’s 2025 annual bursary programme aimed at providing learners with equal access to education. Speaking during an induction for the beneficiaries in Harare yesterday, Delta corporate affairs general manager, Patricia Murambinda, reaffirmed the company’s commitment to empowering girls. She announced that this year’s…
