THE Zimbabwe Congress of Trade Unions (ZCTU) has raised alarm over the exploitation of mine workers by foreign-owned companies.This follows a ZCTU investigation into 23 foreign-owned mines nationwide to gather first-hand evidence on labour conditions.Speaking to the Daily News yesterday, ZCTU advocacy officer Vimbai Mushongera condemned the emotional abuse and disregard for human dignity by…
STAKEHOLDERS are lobbying for financial incentives in the Whistleblower and Witness Protection Bill to encourage citizens to expose deep-seated corruption. This push comes after Cabinet approved the Whistleblower and Witness Protection Bill, which aims to create a formal framework for protecting individuals who report corruption and witnesses. Speaking during a whistleblower workshop in Harare on…
THE third edition of the Exec Branch Conference and Legacy Retreat is set to take place in Harare from May 6 to 9, bringing together ambitious women from across Zimbabwe, the United Kingdom and the wider African diaspora. Founded in 2021 by entrepreneur and growth strategist Ruth Kudzai, Exec Branch has grown into a leadership…
HARARE City Council (HCC), in partnership with private firm, Helcraw Water, has set a five-year target to roll out prepaid water meters across all suburbs and satellite towns.The ambitious initiative is part of a sweeping modernisation programme aimed at transforming the capital’s water supply system.Speaking to the media on Monday during a tour of Morton…
A SPECIAL Constitutional Court sitting will be held on May 14 to honour outgoing Chief Justice Luke Malaba’s retirement. The Judicial Service Commission (JSC) in a statement yesterday said the ceremony would mark the end of Malaba’s nine-year tenure at the helm of the country’s judiciary. “The Judicial Service Commission will hold a Special Court…
THE dust has settled on the 66th edition of the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) in Bulawayo, but the echoes of its success must not be allowed to fade into the quiet winter air. With over US$600 million in transactions, confirmed orders, and investment leads, the 2026 showcase was more than just a celebratory display…
ANOTHER Warriors rebuild is in the offing after Romanian expatriate Marian ‘Mario’ Marinica’s shock resignation yesterday, less than halfway through his one-year contract with Zifa. He had taken charge of just seven games, registering three wins, two draws and two defeats. Marinica’s exit comes at a time when expectations of a Warriors revival were high…
DYNAMOS head coach Genesis Mangombe says his team is delivering positive performances which are being blunted by the lack of a consistent goal threat.This comes as unbeaten Dynamos, who are currently fourth on the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League with 17 points, have drawn five times, including back-to-back goalless stalemates against defending champions Scottland last…
MBIRA musician Virimayi Nhedenga aka Vee Mhofu delivered a standout performance at Ambassador Hotel in Harare over the weekend, captivating a packed audience with an energetic blend of music, dance and cultural expression.The event, which drew fans from across the city, saw the musician take to the stage in an outfit that fused traditional patterns…
GLOBETROTTING musical outfit Mokoomba has proved their global power by dazzling a fully packed Reps Theatre in Belgravia over the weekend. By the time the doors opened, the energy outside the theatre was already electric. A bumper crowd had gathered, conversations blending excitement with curiosity. Some had followed Mokoomba for years, tracing their journey from…
