THE government has reaffirmed its commitment to achieving universal access to clean, reliable, and affordable energy by 2030. This target is part of a broader national effort to modernise the energy sector and significantly reduce carbon emissions. Addressing delegates during the 16th session of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) Assembly in Abu Dhabi over…
Takudzwa Dambu THE Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) has implored the public to stay alert following a spike in cases of fraudsters masquerading as its officials, warning that unsuspecting taxpayers risk losing hard-earned money. Zimra yesterday said it was increasingly concerned by reports of criminals approaching businesses and individuals while falsely claiming to represent the tax…
THE government has rolled out urgent control measures to contain a crop pest outbreak affecting farmers in Matabeleland North Province, as authorities move to protect crops at their early and most vulnerable growth stages. The intervention follows a rise in changing pest outbreak patterns, which have increasingly challenged farmers in the province, making rapid response…
Takudzwa Dhambu HEALTH authorities are on high alert following a recall by Nestlé of its specialty infant formula, NAN Special Pro HA 0–12 800g, amid concerns that the product could enter the country through informal trade channels. In a circular at the weekend to provincial medical directors, the permanent secretary of the Ministry of Health…
THE police have implored school authorities and parents to channel school fees and other tuition-related payments through recognised financial institutions as a way of reducing the risk of robbery and theft at learning institutions. In a statement yesterday, national police spokesperson Paul Nyathi said handling large sums of cash at schools exposed them to criminal…
Rutendo Ngara SENIOR STAFF WRITER A HARARE woman allegedly duped a fellow church member of more than US$80 000 after falsely claiming she had secured a tender from the Office of the President and Cabinet (OPC) to supply medical equipment, a court heard yesterday. Lucia Kunaka, who is facing fraud charges, was remanded in custody…
Emmanuel Marambe CHIEF SPORTS WRITER CASTLE Lager Premier Soccer League newboys Agama FC are not deterred by the prospect of playing their home games away in Shamva and are intent on becoming an established force in the top flight. The Sporting Eagles, as Agama are known by their faithful, were just about indomitable at their…
SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER THE death of legendary musician Nicholas Zakaria has left fans anxious about the future of the Khiama Boys Band. Addressing the matter, the late musician’s manager, Lazarus Zakaria, said the family and band management would only announce the way forward after Zakaria’s memorial service. “The future of the band will be communicated…
THE directive from top police commanders to ban “ambush” roadblocks is not just a welcome policy shift; it is a necessary restoration of the rule of law. For too long, motorists have navigated a gauntlet of “invisible” checkpoints where officers emerge like spectres from behind bushes or bridge pillars. National police spokesperson Paul Nyathi’s admission…
