Blessings Mashaya and Brandon Josphat IN A DEVELOPMENT that moves Zanu PF’s much-debated 2030 campaign significantly forward, authorities say they have now come up with the draft law that will make this possible. Speaking to the Daily News — the country’s most influential newspaper — Attorney General Virginia Mabiza confirmed this latest twist to the…
Rutendo Ngara SENIOR STAFF WRITER THE Law Society of Zimbabwe (LSZ) has called on the public and court officials to report corrupt lawyers as part of a broader effort to promote ethical conduct among its members. Speaking to the media in Harare yesterday, LSZ president Lison Ncube said the society was committed to eliminating corruption…
Takudzwa Dhambu and Brandon Josphat AUTHORITIES have warned members of the public to expect more floods, as torrential rains continue to lash the country. In this regard, the head of forecasting at the Meteorological Services Department (MSD), James Ngoma, told the Daily News yesterday that communities in floodprone regions particularly needed to remain vigilant and…
Tapiwa Chirume HARARE mayor Jacob Mafume yesterday said the city council will offer discounts of up to 20 percent to ratepayers who settle their outstanding accounts between January 19 and February 15. Addressing the media in the capital, Mafume urged residents to take advantage of the special discount programme as the council seeks to improve…
Rutendo NgaraSENIOR STAFF WRITERngarar@dailynews.co.zw HARARE provincial magistrate Rufaro Panavanhu has jailed a man for two and a half years for having sexual intercourse with a minor—his wife’s younger sister—and attempting to terminate the resulting pregnancy.Darlington Chari was convicted of having extramarital sexual intercourse with a minor and the attempted unlawful termination of a pregnancy.For having…
AUTHORITIES say they have not banned clothing raw material imports, but limited duty-free access to registered and approved manufacturers. The move, the government said, was intended to protect and strengthen the local clothing manufacturing sector, lower production costs for genuine producers, and stimulate employment creation, value addition, exports, and new investment. In a notice in…
Brandon Josphat CHIEF WRITER PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has candidly revealed that he is fully aware of Cabinet ministers and their deputies who are underperforming, adding that he won’t hesitate to dismiss them if they don’t shape up. In addition, Mnangagwa also says that the recent introduction of performance contracts for senior government officials has enhanced…
MINING company Chenxi Chengetayi Investment plans to move graves to facilitate gold mining operations in Shurugwi, Midlands province. Chenxi said yesterday that those with relatives of the graves need to come forward to register an appeal. “A notice is made in line with the Cemeteries Act … by Chenxi Chengetayi Investments Pvt Ltd through Zi-Heritage…
THE government and NetOne partnership has delivered vital infrastructure, education, and health projects across Matabeleland North province. Addressing a media briefing yesterday, Matabeleland North Provincial Affairs and Devolution minister Richard Moyo said the collaboration with NetOne reflected the Second Republic’s commitment to inclusive development, ensuring that no community is left behind. “NetOne, working with the…
