CHIEF WRITER ACTING President Kembo Mohadi has congratulated Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni on his recent electoral victory, describing the outcome as a clear endorsement of his leadership.This comes after the declaration of Museveni as the winner of last week’s election, extending his nearly four decades in power by another five years after securing 72 percent…
STAFF WRITERBrighton Muronzereyi THE national title deeds programme is successfully tackling land challenges, with over 75 percent of ownership disputes now resolved.Addressing journalists in Harare yesterday, the permanent secretary in the ministry of Agriculture, Obert Jiri, said authorities were bringing clarity and security to land tenure, reducing conflicts among landholders and laying a firm foundation…
MIDLANDS State University has established a US$11 million coal tar plant in Zvishavane to drive industrialisation and import substitution.In a statement on its National Development Strategy 2 (NDS2) X handle, the government said the project, which focuses on producing a cost-effective alternative to imported bitumen, is expected to create about 2 500 jobs, while saving…
Hazel Marimbizain Bulawayo BULAWAYO authorities have opened residential weepholes to mitigate flood risks as heavy rains continue to pound the city.The city’s chief fire officer, Mhlangano Moyo, who confirmed that the heavy rains that lashed the city on Monday had caused damage to infrastructure, also warned residents to exercise vigilance with more downpours expected.Moyo said…
Kudzanai Gerede THE government says the ongoing renovation projects at Parirenyatwa hospital should be completed by April this year, paving the way for prioritisation of other similar projects across the country’s major healthcare facilities. Renovations are progressing rapidly at Mbuya Nehanda Maternity Hospital and the nurses’ residence (Adlam House) at Parirenyatwa hospital, with upgrades to…
Takudzwa Dhambu The police have confirmed a mine accident at Hebenia Mine in Filabusi, where three people are trapped after a shaft collapse. In a statement yesterday, national police spokesperson Paul Nyathi said the miners were still trapped underground. “The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirm a mine accident which occurred on 17 January 2026 at Hebenia…
AUTHORITIES have licensed 31 independent power producers (IPPs) to generate more than 900 megawatts this year as part of measures to ease intermittent power cuts in the country. This comes as the government has opened the electricity market to private suppliers, expanded non-hydropower energy capacity, and courted foreign investors. Speaking to the Daily News at…
TAPIWA CHIRUME MORE than two million entries were recorded in the Gain Cash and Carry Christmas promotion, with 27 lucky customers walking away with prizes during the grand draw held in Harare on Friday. Speaking at the event, Gain Cash and Carry head of marketing Carl Kusada said the overwhelming response underscored the popularity of…
Brandon JosphatChief Writer THE government has issued a stern warning against illegal motorcades, the misuse of government stickers, and the growing number of vehicles navigating the country’s roads without licence plates, amid rising concerns over the blatant abuse of state symbols.This move comes as the government intensifies efforts to restore order on the roads and…
Yvonne Ncubein Bulawayo A 43-YEAR-OLD Makokoba man has been sentenced to 15 years’ imprisonment after being convicted of sodomising a minor.Edson Phiri yesterday appeared before Bulawayo regional magistrate, Sibonginkosi Mkandla, facing a charge of aggravated indecent assault.He pleaded not guilty and was convicted after a full trial.Phiri was sentenced to 20 years in prison, but…
