Rutendo NgaraSENIOR STAFF WRITER A SOLDIER accused of forging another serviceman’s details to fraudulently process a rebate before importing a car from Japan appeared in court on Thursday.Phillip Taurai Chimukombero, who is attached to the Zimbabwe National Army (ZNA) rebates processing office, appeared before Harare provincial magistrate Ruth Moyo facing fraud charges. He was granted…
Brighton MuronzereyiCHIEF WRITER PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has rallied Zimbabweans to unite, uphold peace and strengthen national cohesion as the country pushes forward with its drive towards socio-economic transformation, modernisation and industrialisation.Speaking during the burial of the late national hero, Victor Matemadanda, at the National Heroes Acre in Harare yesterday, Mnangagwa said unity of purpose among…
TAPIWA CHIRUME LEADING entrepreneur and construction executive Christopher Togaraseyi has been elected president of the Zimbabwe CEOs Network at the organisation’s annual conference held in Victoria Falls.His elevation underscored his growing influence within Zimbabwe’s business community and followed years of success in the construction and infrastructure sector through his company, Togaraseyi Projects.Speaking after his election,…
SOUTHERN African countries are intensifying efforts to improve regional air connectivity and reduce the high cost of travel across the continent through the implementation of the African Union’s Open Skies initiative, a cabinet minister has said.The minister Transport and Infrastructure Development, Felix Mhona, said this on Thursday on the sidelines of the Sadc Cluster Meeting…
Hazel Marimbizain BULAWAYO THE government has raised serious concern over the growing involvement of influential individuals, including politicians and traditional leaders, in illegal land transactions across Matabeleland North, warning that perpetrators will face public exposure and prosecution.Speaking during a media briefing yesterday, the minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution for Matabeleland North, Richard…
Tariro TumbukayiUPCOMING rapper Chanelle Makanaka has made her acting debut in a new locally produced family drama, Chanelle’s Voice, which tackles pressing social issues including parental favouritism, family conflict and children’s rights.The film, which is now streaming on the Lasper Films YouTube channel, follows the story of 11-year-old Chanelle as she struggles to be heard…
HISTORICALLY, the narrative surrounding men and healthcare in Zimbabwe has been one of frustrating silence. We have lamented the “difficult” demographic — the men who wait until complications arise, who avoid clinics due to work routines, and who let pill fatigue or social stigma derail daily oral Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis. But a quiet revolution is unfolding…
ENTERTAINMENT WRITERS VETERAN musician Leonard “Karikoga” Zhakata is set to celebrate his 58th birthday in style with the launch of his new acoustic music project, Acoustic Zora, at Sherwood Golf Club in Harare tonight. The event will not only celebrate another milestone in the life of one of the country’s most respected musicians but will…
Patrick Mubwandarikwa SPORTS WRITER DEFENDING champions Scottland have the chance to stretch their unbeaten run to 10 matches and extend the gap between them and the chasing pack when they host struggling Manica Diamonds at Rufaro Stadium today. The match gets underway at 1500hrs. Coach Norman Mapeza, who has seen his side string up a…
POLITICAL EDITOR CHINA has called on Zimbabwe to take deliberate steps to fully benefit from the zero-tariff policy granted by Beijing, saying the initiative presents significant opportunities for expanding trade, boosting industrialisation and increasing exports to the Chinese market. Speaking during the Zimbabwe National Chamber of Commerce Annual Congress in Victoria Falls yesterday, Chinese Ambassador…
