THE future of the country is doomed if all key stakeholders don’t work together and take urgent action to mitigate Zimbabwe’s worsening drug and substance abuse calamity.So say two High Court judges, Munamato Mutevedzi and Ngoni Nduna, who warn further that the rampant drug and substance abuse in Zimbabwe has reached such alarming levels that…
DYNAMOS have decided not to renew the contracts of some key players who played an instrumental role in the team’s escape from relegation last season.DeMbare, who are currently finalising their squad for the 2026 Castle Lager Premier League season, have opted not to extend the contracts of midfielder Temptation Chiwunga, forwards Keith Madera, Valentine Kadonzvo,…
AMERICAN hip-hop heavyweight Rick Ross, fondly known as The Boss, is set to inject major star power into businessman Scott Sakupwanya’s forthcoming birthday bash, an event already being billed as the first quarter’s biggest showbiz stopper.Slated for February 28 at Hippodrome in the capital, the event will mark Rick Ross’ return to Zimbabwe following his…
THIS publication yesterday ran a story of children as young as 11 and 16 years ending their lives in Harare and Bulawayo.It was not just a tragic headline, but a profound indictment of our collective failure to safeguard the country’s future.When a child decides that death is preferable to the challenges of school or the…
HARARE and Bulawayo are lobbying the government for municipal arresting powers to curb rampant littering and improve urban cleanliness.The push was raised during an engagement meeting between the ministry of Transport and Infrastructural Development and local authorities on Monday in the capital, where Bulawayo mayor David Coltart said existing enforcement mechanisms were weak and ineffective.Coltart…
A FIERCE late-night fire gutted multiple fuel tankers and vehicles at a Donnington industrial premises in Bulawayo on Monday.At least 16 vehicles, including fuel tankers, trucks, a bus and smaller cars, were destroyed in the inferno.According to a police memorandum, the incident occurred on January 26, when Famona Fire Brigade received a distress call at…
ZIFA, in conjunction with Midlands State University, Fifa and Switzerland-based CIES, have launched an international programme in sports management.The globally recognised qualification, meant to improve sports development and management in the country, will be offered in the country for the first time after being launched in Harare yesterday.It will run from April up to December…
LOCAL alcoholic beverages manufacturer — African Distillers Limited (Afdis) — on Saturday brought smiles and celebration to Wadzanai in Shamva thanks to its grand finale draw of Chateau Sow and Reap promotion.The event attracted hundreds of local residents and Chateau Brandy consumers, all eager to witness the culmination of the months-long campaign aimed at recognising…
ACCOUNTABILITY Lab Zimbabwe has announced the appointment of Beloved Chiweshe as its new country director, effective February 1.This strategic leadership transition marks a new chapter for the organisation as it continues its mission to promote integrity and ethical governance within the country.Chiweshe is a seasoned professional who brings a wealth of expertise to the role.His…
THE Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) board has appointed communications strategist and academic George Manyaya as its new chief executive officer, effective February 1.In a statement yesterday, the board said Manyaya brings “strong academic credentials, strategic leadership and extensive multisectoral experience” to the helm of the country’s tourism marketing and regulatory body.“Manyaya brings strong academic credentials,…
