IN RECENT times, Zimbabweans have fallen prey to cybercrime, with many losing substantial sums of money and others succumbing to social abuse. The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) earlier this week issued a warning, urging citizens to exercise extreme caution when engaging with job offers and dating opportunities on social media. Desperation and naivety have made…
WITH the country’s healthcare system on the brink of collapse, with a severe shortage of funds, skilled professionals, and essential medicines, the proposed National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) offers a glimmer of hope, promising universal healthcare coverage for all citizens. Experts are cautiously optimistic, drawing parallels with successful implementations in southern African countries. There are…
THE recent arrest of a Harare man for unlawful possession of mandrax is a cause for concern that should prod the Zimbabwe Republic Police into doubling their efforts against drug and substance abuse. While it was not immediately clear from police reports if the man arrested for unlawfully possessing mandrax was a drug peddler or…
By Forward Madyira WHICHEVER way one looks at it, Zimbabwe has seemingly entered a dangerous and turbulent era – marked by serious…
THE Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe (RBZ)’s recent report on the Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency has been optimistic, highlighting its success in maintaining relative stability in prices and exchange rates. Central bank governor John Mushayavanhu attributed this stability to prudent monetary policy management and supportive measures. To sustain this success, several key factors should be considered,…
AS THE Zimbabwe Gold (ZiG) currency marked its first anniversary on Saturday, it is essential to acknowledge the progress made so far and address the pressing issues affecting its circulation and stability. The local currency’s liquidity crunch has been a significant concern, impacting both businesses and individuals. To alleviate the liquidity challenges, the Reserve Bank…
AS ZIMBABWE joins the rest of the globe tomorrow to commemorate World Health Day, the state of its public health delivery system is a stark reminder of the country’s neglect of its most vulnerable citizens. The recent parliamentary portfolio committee report on health painted a damning picture of public health institutions, highlighting the scarcity of…
FOR years, Highlanders, Dynamos and CAPS United have been responsible for drawing the biggest crowds in local club football. They are the three traditional giants of the game in the country and the most successful too. The belief has always been that when the three sneeze, the whole league catches a cold. Such is the…
A RECENT report by the Zimbabwe National Statistics Agency (ZimStat) revealing that the country’s prison population has ballooned to over 22 800 inmates is a stark reminder of the need for urgent penal reform. This number exceeds the recommended capacity of 17 000, sparking concerns about the country’s ability to cope with the ever-increasing number…
MONDAY’S protests, called by expelled Zanu PF central committee member Blessed Geza to force President Emmerson Mnangagwa to step down, ended without a clear victor. Instead, the country suffered significant economic losses as most Zimbabweans stayed away from work, fearing violence. The protests, which were largely unsuccessful, resulted in a paralysis of business activities, leading…
