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PARLIAMENT is embarking on nationwide public consultations to gather citizens’ views on the proposed National Drug and Substance Abuse Control and Enforcement Agency bill.The main objective of the bill is to curb the abuse and proliferation of drugs in the country and to prohibit the development, importation, exportation, transportation transit, trans-shipment, transfer or use of…

Zimbabwe’s tourism industry is experiencing a remarkable transformation as it heads into 2026, positioning itself as one of the continent’s most dynamic and fastest‑growing travel destinations.The nation’s rise has been driven by a combination of strong visitor numbers, strategic marketing initiatives and meaningful policy reforms by the Zimbabwean government and tourism authorities. Official data shows…

LAWYER, politician and Internet celebrity of sorts, Fadzayi Mahere, is in a sticky situation after the High Court authorised the seizure of her movable and immovable property to recover more than US$33 000 that she owes following a judgment that went against her.The writ of execution, that was signed off by Chief Justice Luke Malaba…

An inventor’s request to have an order for the seizure of devices he claimed were manufactured using his designs was denied by the High Court.Justice Samuel Deme ruled that William Gwata, the inventor, failed to prove that the engineering drawings for a sadza cooking machine were his original work.Gwata had approached the court seeking confirmation…

THE High Court has ruled that a payment plan issued by Cottco to the workers’ union can be used as evidence in a US$432 000 claim.Justice Regis Dembure said a letter written by the company acknowledging liability was enforceable and admissible because it clearly acknowledged the company’s indebtedness.The Cotton Marketing Workers’ Union of Zimbabwe issued…

BULAWAYO councillors have signed the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (Zacc) integrity pledge, committing to transparency and ethical leadership in local governance.The signing took place on last week at the City Hall council chamber, where councillors appended their signatures to the Zacc pledge.The move follows earlier hesitancy from some councillors, who expressed concerns about committing to the…

TWO Greendale men appeared in court on Friday accused of masquerading as top Zanu PF officials to defraud a victim.James Bonde and Nomatter Chikuni appeared before Harare regional magistrate Noel Mupeyiwa who granted them US$150 bail each.The court heard that in 2025, the complainant was introduced to Chikuni by an intermediary, Prince Juma, while searching…

A 32-YEAR-OLD Mvurwi woman was arrested after allegedly strangling her newborn and burying the infant in a shallow grave.Police national spokesperson Paul Nyathi yesterday confirmed the arrest of Thandiwe Kangara in connection with a case of infanticide.“The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirm the arrest of Thandiwe Kangara, 32, in connection with a case of infanticide which…

A 32-YEAR-OLD Mvurwi woman was arrested after allegedly strangling her newborn and burying the infant in a shallow grave.Police national spokesperson Paul Nyathi yesterday confirmed the arrest of Thandiwe Kangara in connection with a case of infanticide.“The Zimbabwe Republic Police confirm the arrest of Thandiwe Kangara, 32, in connection with a case of infanticide which…