ZIMBABWEAN-BORN fugitive Ndodana Mkhanyisi Tshuma, who is wanted in the United Kingdom for the alleged murders of his wife and two young daughters, has once again abandoned his bid for bail, ensuring he remains behind bars while South African authorities pursue his extradition.Tshuma made a brief appearance in the Johannesburg Magistrates Court yesterday on a…
RUTENDO NGARA A MABVUKU man accused of murdering his two young children, burning their cabin, and attempting to kill his wife has been remanded in custody.Gift Muyengwa, 24, who is facing two counts of murder and an additional count of attempted murder, was advised by Harare provincial magistrate Ruth Moyo to apply for bail at…
Tapiwa ChirumeSTAFF WRITERchirumet@dailynews.co.zw RESIDENTS of Zaka, Masvingo, risk having their livestock seized if animals are found roaming within Jerera Growth Point, local council authorities have warned.In a public notice issued earlier this week, the local authority warned that cattle, donkeys, goats, sheep and pigs were strictly prohibited from roaming within Jerera Growth Point and surrounding…
Brighton MuronzereyiCHIEF WRITER PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa says his administration is taking measures to address maternal deaths, rising cancer cases and other health challenges through increased investment in healthcare infrastructure, equipment and personnel.This comes after the country last year recorded 6 177 neonatal deaths and 563 maternal deaths from 410 051 deliveriesAddressing the ruling party women’s…
Brighton MuronzereyiCHIEF WRITER ZIMBABWE’S 2026 tobacco marketing season has generated over US$882 million after growers sold 353,8 million kilogrammes, as the selling period enters its final stages.In a statement yesterday, the Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) said that as of July 17, growers had sold 353 813 565 kilogrammes of tobacco valued at US$882…
Tapiwa Chirume A STAGGERING ZiG946 million debt burden is paralysing service delivery in Mutare, with government ministries and public bodies named as the top defaulters.The outstanding debt, equivalent to about US$35.3 million, rose sharply from ZiG587.8 million recorded during the first half of 2025, according to the council’s half-year financial performance report presented during the…
Rutendo NgaraSENIOR STAFF WRITER HIP-HOP musician Mukudzei Chitsama, popularly known as Holy Ten, has appeared in court accused of raping a 14-year-old girl without protection.Chitsama was granted US$500 bail by Harare regional magistrate Jesse Kufa.He was ordered to surrender his passport, report once every week to Hatfield Police Station, and reside at his given address…
Tapiwa ChirumeSTAFF WRITER THE Victoria Falls Rainforest has reopened following a temporary closure caused by two elephants entering the protected site, with authorities declaring the area safe.The iconic tourist attraction was closed for about two and a half hours on Tuesday as Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Authority (ZimParks) rangers monitored the elephants’ movements and safely…
Mishma ChakanyukaSTAFF WRITER GOVERNMENT has called for stronger dairy sector collaboration to boost domestic milk consumption by making dairy products significantly more affordable and accessible.The high cost of dairy products in Zimbabwe is being driven by elevated production, feed and utility expenses, forcing local processors to maintain high retail prices to remain viable.Speaking at the…
Yvonne NcubeIN BULAWAYO TWO Bulawayo men have appeared in court accused of stealing multiple Honda Fit vehicles, stripping them of valuable components, and setting the shells alight.Anisto Nkanyiso Nyoni, 32, and Africa Dedani Ncube, 33, appeared before Bulawayo regional magistrate Mark Dzira facing five counts of motor vehicle theft.The two were remanded in custody until…
