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Cash shortage halts suburb infrastructure project

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Hazel Marimbiza THE Bulawayo City Council (BCC) requires an estimated US$38.94 million to complete outstanding works under the Cowdray Park servicing project, with funding constraints stalling the delivery of critical infrastructure in the high-density suburb.Speaking to the Daily News On Sunday yesterday, BCC acting director of engineering services and Cowdray Park project manager, Methusi Dibidi,…

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Business

Agricultural mechanisation boosts harvests

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RUTENDO NGARA THE government says increased investment in agricultural mechanisation is transforming Zimbabwe’s farming sector by reducing harvest losses, improving productivity and enabling farmers to prepare more efficiently for successive cropping seasons.Speaking to the media on Friday at Ruargo Farm in Mashonaland East Province, the director of mechanisation in the ministry of Agriculture, Nhlanhla Magama,…

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Opinion & Analysis

Newfound consistency breathes life into Chevrons

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FOR many years, Zimbabwean cricket supporters have lived on hope, patiently waiting for the day when the Chevrons would consistently compete with the world’s established cricketing nations rather than producing isolated flashes of brilliance.That long wait appears to be yielding encouraging results, with the national team finally showing the consistency that has eluded them for…

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Call for reciprocal action against SA

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Brighton MuronzereyiCHIEF WRITER THE government should invoke the principle of diplomatic reciprocity and compel South Africa to protect Zimbabweans within its borders, or risk lawful and proportionate regulatory and economic responses regarding its interests.So say miffed Members of Parliament, who stress that there is no justification whatsoever by South Africans to harass and attack Zimbabweans…

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No extension to lithium export ban

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Brandon JosphatPOLITICAL EDITOR GOVERNMENT has ruled out extending the January 2027 deadline for banning unrefined lithium concentrate exports.The stance comes as authorities intensify efforts to ensure the country’s vast lithium resources are processed locally in line with the government’s beneficiation and industrialisation agenda.Speaking after touring the lithium sulphate processing plant at Prospect Lithium Zimbabwe in…

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Life & Arts

Baba Harare adds spark to Chibuku Neshamwari finals

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 Angela Mtombeni ENTERTAINMENT WRITER POPULAR musician Baba Harare is set to headline this year’s Chibuku Neshamwari Traditional Dance Festival (CNTDF) national finals on August 1 at Harare Gardens, adding contemporary flair to one of Zimbabwe’s premier celebrations of cultural herit­age. Known for preserving and reinventing traditional sounds for modern audiences, Baba Harare will share the…

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Sport

Mapeza targets lucky 13

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Patrick MubwandarikwaSPORTS WRITER SCOTTLAND head coach Norman Mapeza believes his side has what it takes to stretch their remarkable unbeaten run to 13 matches when they travel to Bulawayo for a blockbuster Castle Lager Premier Soccer League clash against Highlanders tomorrow.With the title race entering a crucial stage, the Mabvuku-based side know another victory would…

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Life & Arts

Elder Kanto embraces AI to spread love message

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 Angela Mtombeni ENTERTAINMENT WRITER REGGAE musician Elder Kanto has turned to Artificial Intelli­gence (AI) to deliver a message of love, patience and understand­ing in relationships through his latest single, Mashoko Magaka. The song, which the artist says he composed himself, is ac­companied by AI-generated visu­als, making it one of his most experimental projects yet. The…

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All set for Stanbic Bank-sponsored Carnival Cup

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Everything is now in place for the prestigious Stanbic Bank Zimbabwe-sponsored Carnival Cup Polo Tournament, which takes place tomorrow at Thornpark Polo Grounds. The participating teams were presented with their official tournament kits and are eagerly awaiting the start of the competition. The competing teams have been named in line with Stanbic Bank’s product offering…

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Coltart demands wester transport corridor upgrade

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Hazel Marimbizain BULAWAYO BULAWAYO Mayor David Coltart has urged the government to rehabilitate the western transport corridor to boost regional trade.His remarks follow the completion of the Harare–Beitbridge Highway, a critical economic artery expected to enhance regional connectivity and strengthen Zimbabwe’s position as a transport and logistics hub.Commenting on the upgraded highway, Coltart yesterday said…

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