THE horrific traffic accident in Chitungwiza last week, which tragically claimed 17 lives, has laid bare a grim and unacceptable truth, Zimbabwe desperately lacks a comprehensive national disaster response strategy and plan. The gut-wrenching accounts of victims trapped and crying for help, while responders stood by, unable to extricate them due to the absence of…
THE recent qualification of the Sables for the 2027 Rugby World Cup in Australia has brought a much needed wave of euphoria to Zimbabwean sport. For far too long, our nation has yearned for a consistent presence on the global stage in major ball sports beyond cricket. Since independence in 1980, both football and rugby,…
THE comments by outgoing European Union (EU) ambassador to Zimbabwe, Jobst von Kirchmann, on the country’s improving relations with the EU are a welcome development. The EU’s willingness to engage with Zimbabwe and support its economic and social development is a significant step towards re-establishing a strong partnership between the two parties. The EU’s decision…
THE chilling news of 17 lives abruptly extinguished in a single moment of horror along Seke Road, near Hunyani Bridge, on Tuesday is not just a statistic, it is a profound wound in the heart of our nation. Each life lost represents a family shattered, a community grieving, and a future unwritten. This latest tragedy,…
THE COP15 wetlands conference, which kicks off in Victoria Falls today, is a timely gathering of global leaders and experts to address the pressing issue of wetland degradation and loss. As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change, biodiversity loss, and environmental degradation, the importance of preserving wetlands cannot be overstated. Zimbabwe, with…
THE recent surge in cheap imports flooding the country’s market has sparked concerns about the survival of local industries and the jobs they provide. The Competition and Tariff Commission’s investigation into the effects of increased imports of toothpaste, doors, and fibreboards is a timely intervention. The commission’s preliminary determination, published in the Government Gazette last…
THE Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ) deserves commendation for its resolute efforts in bolstering foreign currency and gold reserves as a strategic prelude to the exclusive use of the local currency, the ZiG. This ambitious drive is a critical step in extricating the country from decades of economic instability and fostering sustainable growth. The reported…
JUST over two years ago, Dave Houghton led the Chevrons to the super six of the ICC T20 World Cup just a few months into his reign. It was the highlight of the bold new era that Houghton had promised for the Chevrons who had been in regression for years. In reflection, it was perhaps…
THE rate at which people are increasingly killing each other over petty disputes has become a matter of grave concern. Yesterday, we carried a story about a 33-year-old man who was recently arrested by the police in connection with the murder of his elder brother during a dispute over beer in Silobela. According to the…
THE government deserves commendation for its increasingly open stance towards foreign investment, a crucial step in fostering social and economic development. However, this openness must be reciprocated with genuine respect and adherence to local laws and ethical practices. The recent, forthright statements by permanent secretary for Presidential Affairs and Devolution, Tafadzwa Muguti, are a breath…
