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THE rainy season brings both relief and anxiety for many farmers, particularly those in livestock production.While the rains promise improved pastures and water availability, they also present challenges that can affect animal health and productivity.Our Senior Staff Writer, Rutendo Ngara, sat down with the permanent secretary in the ministry of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and…

THE government says it has placed the rehabilitation of Harare’s deteriorating road network firmly back on its priority list, with authorities saying they are now moving into communities to restore trafficable roads under an expanded national programme.Addressing the media on Friday in the capital while commissioning a completed section of the dualised Mazowe road, the…

IN the dim light of a cramped “surgery” in Mbare, Harare, the air is thick with the smell of antiseptic and fear. There, far from the polished mahogany of Parliament or the hallowed aisles of the Cathedral, the reality of Zimbabwe’s reproductive health crisis is written in blood. A 15-year-old girl, her school uniform replaced…

THE Avenues Clinic in Harare has invested US$4 million in infrastructure refurbishment and modern medical equipment as part of an ongoing upgrade aimed at improving patient care and clinical outcomes.Speaking to the media after touring the newly-completed Phase 3 maternity ward yesterday, Avenues Clinic chief financial officer Peddy Chigunduru said the institution was purposefully directing…

ELECTRICITY output at Hwange Thermal Power Station’s oldest units, one to six, is projected to more than double following a comprehensive rehabilitation programme.Generation is expected to exceed 700 megawatts upon completion. Currently, the six units produce roughly 300 megawatts, significantly lower than their installed capacity.Hwange Power Station maintenance manager Tonderai Machiwana yesterday explained that operational…

THE Council of Churches in Africa (CCA) has voiced deep concern over rising sexual abuse by clergy, urging decisive action.Speaking to the Daily News — the country’s most influential newspaper yesterday, the CCA president, Rocky Moyo, said reports of abuse emerging from churches were shocking and unacceptable.“We keep on receiving reports of rape cases and…

VETERAN Zimbabwean broadcaster and media executive John Masuku has died. He was 70.In a statement, the Masuku family confirmed that the media personality passed away at his home in Mabelreign, Harare, yesterday.“The Masuku family confirms with profound sadness the passing of Mr John Masuku, who passed away at his home in Mabelreign on the morning…

THE Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (Zimra) has announced it will dispose of over 100 confiscated cars and various goods currently held at the Beitbridge Border Post.The vehicles set for the rummage sale include quad bikes and popular models such as Toyota, Mitsubishi, Honda, and Mazda.Other items destined for the hammer include laptops, clothes, and various household…

HARARE mayor Jacob Mafume says the council is setting up a strengthened investigative unit and tightening audit systems as part of a broader push to curb corruption, which the local authority says has cost the city “hundreds of millions” over the past five years.Speaking to the Daily News yesterday, Mafume said the council would sharpen…

BUSINESSMAN Robin Tendai Vela, his wife Gaudencia Rufaro Vela and their company, Firstmile Apartments (Pvt) Ltd, have suffered another legal defeat in their protracted battle to avoid repaying a US$1,8 million debt owed to Singapore-based lender Al Shams Global Limited.The Velas’ latest appeal was dismissed by the Supreme Court on January 20, 2026, after they…