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HIGH Court Judge Justice Munamato Mutevedzi has sharply criticised Inyathi, Matabeleland North, magistrate Samukelisiwe Gumbo for her mishandling of a case involving two individuals convicted of prospecting for gold without a licence. The judge ruled that the magistrate failed to follow fundamental court procedures and overlooked crucial “special circumstances” during sentencing. Zenzo Ndlovu and Mpilo…

BY RUTENDO NGARA A MAN suspected of being a serial armed robber responsible for a string of business heists across Harare, appeared in court on Friday. He was advised to apply for bail at the High Court. Amos Makara of Kuwadzana suburb faces six counts of armed robbery. On the first count, the State alleges…

Takudzwa Dhambu Staff Writer dhambut@dailynews.co.zw A MVUMA man has been sentenced to five years in jail for illegally mining gold directly beneath a railway line in Tokwe, Midlands province. The conviction comes amidst growing concerns over theft and destruction of railway infrastructure, which has led to derailments, delays, and significant safety risks. The National Railways…

By Brandon Jospaht POLICE have initiated the extradition process for two suspects arrested in South Africa in connection with last year’s US$4 million Ecobank heist in Bulawayo. National police spokesperson Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the arrests yesterday, stating that law enforcement agents were still pursuing other accomplices. “The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirms the arrest…

RUTENDO NGARA A HARARE woman, Memory Mukwasani, was remanded in custody by Harare regional magistrate Donald Ndirowei after being found in possession of nearly 60 kilogrammes of dagga, estimated to be worth US$6 000. Mukwasani is facing charges of unlawful dealing in dangerous drugs and is expected back in court this Wednesday. Prosecutors allege that…

DESPITE ongoing efforts to promote circumcision as a key strategy in the fight against HIV, only 29 percent of men in Zimbabwe are circumcised. This comes as the country grapples with over one million people living with HIV, though a majority are on antiretroviral therapy (ART), contributing to Zimbabwe achieving the ambitious 95- 95-95 targets…

BRANDON JOSPHATChief Writer PRESIDENT Emmerson Mnangagwa has issued a fresh warning to economic saboteurs attempting to undermine the stability of the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency and the prices of basic commodities. This comes as consumer watchdogs and economic experts express growing confidence that the ZiG and basic goods prices will stabilise if authorities maintain current…

BY TAKUDZWA DHAMBU POLICE in Harare yesterday arrested Stelly Marecha, 19, in connection with a disturbing case of violating a corpse. Marecha allegedly picked up a dumped human foetus and attempted to sell it as beef. National police spokesperson, Assistant Commissioner Paul Nyathi, confirmed the arrest. He stated that authorities are appealing for information that…

TAKUDZWA DHAMBUStaff Writer GEO POMONA Waste Management is set to significantly expand its refuse collection fleet after its executive chairman, Dilesh Nguwaya, last week visited Sinotruk International’s heavy-duty factories in Jinan and Qingdao, China. This strategic move follows Geo Pomona’s recent commencement of refuse collection services in Harare, fulfilling its agreement with the city. Nguwaya…