THE alarming rise in counterfeit goods flooding the local market poses an existential threat to our local industries, public health, and national economic aspirations. As reported by this publication yesterday, this is not merely a nuisance, but a devastating plague that has already claimed over 50 000 jobs in the past decade alone, forcing companies…
LAST Thursday marked a significant milestone in the country’s journey towards healing and reconciliation as the long-awaited Gukurahundi public outreach programme finally kicked off. For decades, the people of Matabeleland and Midlands provinces have carried the scars of a brutal chapter in the country’s history, and it is high time their voices are heard. The…
DYNAMOS FC coach Saul Chaminuka’s actions at Mandava Stadium in Zvishavane last Sunday were not only deplorable, but unbecoming of a coach at the country’s biggest and most decorated club. In fact, as the head coach, he would ordinarily have been expected to exhibit exemplary behaviour when FC Platinum were awarded a penalty by encouraging…
THE maxim ‘justice delayed is justice denied’ is a reality that is affecting many Zimbabweans and undermining the integrity of the legal system. The notion of timely justice has been an essential component of a fair and just society since time immemorial. Given the foregoing, we were delighted Chief Justice Luke Malaba challenged officials in…
THE recent outbreak of a highly contagious influenza strain in the country has sent alarm bells ringing, with many citizens understandably concerned about the possibility of another Covid-19 wave. However, as authorities urge, it is essential to remain vigilant without succumbing to panic. The deputy minister of Health, Sleiman Kwidini, told this publication on Monday…
THE story published in the Daily News on Saturday highlighting the alarming rise of obesity in the country is a wake-up call for the nation. Obesity has become a major health issue, with far-reaching consequences for individuals, communities, and the healthcare system as a whole. It is time for the country to take notice and…
THE recent surge in HIV/Aids-related deaths in the country is a pressing issue that demands immediate attention and action. According to the minister of Health, Douglas Mombeshora, there were 220 more deaths in the first six months of 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. This increase is alarming, and it is crucial to…
AS THE Premier Soccer League (PSL) approaches the halfway mark, it’s clear that the introduction of new teams, namely MWOS, Scottland, and Simba Bhora, has injected a much-needed dose of excitement and competitiveness into the country’s top-flight football. These “moneybags” teams, as they are affectionately known, have brought a level of professionalism and sophistication that…
THE 20th Conference of the Parties (CoP20) to be held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, from November 24 to December 5 this year has an obligation to find ways to reward countries such as Zimbabwe and Botswana which have growing elephant populations as a result of effective conservation measures and efforts. With CoP20 expected to, among other…
THE recent firming of the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) against the US dollar has sent ripples of optimism throughout the economy. With the local currency trading at around ZiG33 to the US dollar on the parallel market, down from ZiG40 a month ago, and a stable official exchange rate of ZiG26,9 to the US dollar, it…
