By Brighton Muronzereyi and Patrick MubwandarikwaSTAFF WRITERS PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa yesterday called for unity to achieve social and economic development. Addressing thousands of people at the country’s 44th independence celebrations in Buhera, Mnangagwa said Zimbabweans must set aside their differences and work for the nation’s prosperity.The celebrations were also attended by a number of opposition…
By Bryn Matongo and Masimba Makwembere UNITED Arab Emirates-based solar company, Skypower Global, is set to construct 300 megawatts (MW) solar plants in the country after signing an agreement with Zesa yesterday. Speaking at the World Future Energy Summit underway in Abu Dhabi, Energy minister Edgar Moyo said the agreement between Zesa and Skypower Global…
TOP local professionals Scott and Kieran Vincent are set to be the biggest drawcards at this year’s edition of the FBC Zim-Open Golf Championship for which one of the country’s leading financial institutions FBC Holdings has availed a US$200 000 prize fund. The tournament, in which more than 140 golfers from all over the world…
THE Northern Region Soccer League (NRSL) has signed a two-year sponsorship deal with local firm LM Auctioneers which will see the company sponsoring the league’s Player of the Month awards and year-end Player of the Year accolade. The two-year deal, which will run up to the end of the 2025 season, will see the player…
THE country today celebrates 44 years of independence from British colonial rule amid political and economic headwinds. But what is pleasing is that the challenges are surmountable if Zimbabweans resolve to subordinate their personal egos, pursue unity and share the same national interests and values. Zimbabweans must use the Uhuru Day to reflect on what…
THE police investigations officer (IO) in the trial of popular gospel musician Ivy Kombo and her husband Admire Kasi has maintained that the two accused did not follow procedures required for one to acquire conversion certificates to practice law in the country. The two are jointly charged with the suspended executive secretary of the Council…
By Brandon Josphat, Bryn Matongo and Hazel MarimbizaSTAFF WRITERS THE prices of basic goods have generally stabilised since the country introduced a new currency, the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG), a fortnight ago. At the same time, a survey conducted by the Consumer Protection Commission (CPC) this week shows that goods priced in ZiG in major supermarkets…
By Anesu Mirisawu and Ashley MoyoENTERTAINMENT WRITERS SEVERAL gigs have been lined up today across the country to celebrate the country’s 44th birthday.‘Below is the gig guide: Star-studded cast for Independence Music FiestaA STAR-STUDDED cast is set to light up the Independence Music Fiesta to be held today in Murambinda, Buhera in Manicaland.At the musical…
Brandon JosphatSENIOR STAFF WRITERjosphatbl@dailynews.co.zw THE government says the distribution of food aid to vulnerable groups in rural and urban communities will be done with no interest in one’s political affiliation. This comes after President Emmerson Mnangagwa recently declared the current drought a national state of disaster, while also appealing for at least US$2 billion in…
Emmanuel MarambeSPORTS WRITERmarambee@dailynews.co.zw HARARE giants Dynamos are seeking a confidence-boosting victory when they face arch-rivals Highlanders in the Independence Cup final at Murambinda B High School today.The match kicks-off at 1500hrs.After enduring a difficult start to their latest premiership campaign during which they have collected just six points from as many games, Dynamos are hoping…
