ZIMBABWE continues to count the human and infrastructure cost of the current high precipitation rain season, which has claimed the lives of at least 123 people, while displacing thousands others around the country.Yesterday, both the Zimbabwe Red Cross Society (ZRCS) and the Civil Protection Unit (CPU), painted grim pictures of the scale of destruction that…
BULAWAYO city councillors have declined to sign integrity pledges proposed by the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (Zacc), citing a lack of consultation and a “rushed” process.Speaking on the sidelines of the signing event yesterday, Bulawayo mayor David Coltart revealed that while the invitation to Zacc originated from council management, communication regarding the actual pledge was delayed…
THE Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has said it is ready to hand over musician and social media personality Malloti to South Africa, where she is wanted to answer to criminal allegations.This follows confirmation by the South African Police Service (SAPS) that Malloti is wanted in South Africa on a charge of armed robbery, with authorities…
FOR too long, Zimbabweans have navigated a digital and financial landscape that felt increasingly like a minefield.From sophisticated mobile money heists to brazen pyramid schemes masquerading as “investment opportunities,” the trail of broken livelihoods has grown alarmingly long.It is against this backdrop that the establishment of the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) Scam Centre at the…
CAPS United coach Takesure Chiragwi has hailed the impact of the club’s new Malawian signings — midfielder Lloyd Njaliwa and striker Chawanangwa Kaonga.Njaliwa, who was previously at Mozambican giants Costa do Sol, recently joined CAPS United on a two-year deal while Malawian national team striker Kaonga also joined the Harare giants on a two-year deal…
PROPHETIC Healing and Deliverance (PHD) founder and leader Walter Magaya has written to the National Prosecuting Authority seeking the recusal of State prosecutor Tendayi Shonhayi from his ongoing rape trial.Magaya, who is accused of raping four congregants, alleges that Shonhayi is conflicted and is, therefore, not fit to lead the prosecution, according to the letter…
THE government will establish a National Public Health Institute to bolster disease surveillance and rapid response as the country begins crafting its 2026-2030 National Health Strategy.Speaking at the launch in Harare on Monday, the minister of Health, Douglas Mombeshora, said the institute would enhance Zimbabwe’s capacity to prevent, detect, and respond to health threats.“A key…
US-BASED hip-hop artiste Dumi Maraire Jr, popularly known as Draze, recently fulfilled a lifelong ambition when he performed at a celebration ceremony for the Seattle Seahawks following their victory at the American Football finale, Super Bowl LX.The star-studded event, held in California, marked a significant milestone in Draze’s career as he took to the stage…
THE government has begun a nationwide crop assessment to determine the impact of the recent dry spell on farming communities, the minister of Agriculture, Anxious Masuka, has said.This comes amid growing concerns over potential yield losses and heightened food insecurity, as the dry spell threatens crop viability in several farming regions across the country.Speaking to…
POLICE have arrested two suspects in Plumtree for the unlawful possession of drugs valued at US$80 000, reinforcing a national crackdown on drug trafficking.In a statement yesterday, national police spokesperson Paul Nyathi said the duo was apprehended after police intercepted their Toyota Quantum vehicle.“On February 15, 2026, police in Plumtree intercepted a Toyota Quantum and…
