SPRINT duo Tapiwanashe Makarawu and Makanakaishe Charamba have been the protagonists of Zimbabwe’s feel good Paris 2024 Olympics story. The two athletes’ historic qualification for the men’s 200m final helped turn what had been a mediocre showing for Zimbabwe in Paris into a success story. Makarawu and Charamba have also fully justified their inclusion in…
THE government’s efforts to address the recent price hikes of essential goods through engagement with industry and stakeholders are a step in the right direction. The collaboration between the ministry of Industry, the Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe, and other stakeholders to stabilise the market and address inflationary pressures is crucial. Industry minister Mangaliso Ndhlovu’s assurance…
THE move by Bulawayo council to hire four companies to address the persistent issue of sewer blockages is a commendable step towards improving the city’s sanitation and public health. The decision demonstrates the council’s commitment to finding solutions to this long-standing problem, which has likely caused inconvenience and health risks to residents. BCC representative, Sehlile…
ONE of South Africa’s parties in the government of national unity, the Democratic Alliance (DA), at the weekend made a spirited call for Sadc to move its summit scheduled for mid this month from Zimbabwe to another country allegedly because of Harare’s crackdown on political and civil society activists. This followed the recent arrest of…
THE government’s decision to investigate claims of sub-standard maternal healthcare at two of the country’s largest referral hospitals is a step in the right direction. The allegations of poor service, including expectant mothers giving birth unattended, corrupt practices, overcrowding, and inadequate resources, are deeply concerning and warrant immediate attention. The accounts from patients who visited…
THE Sables of Zimbabwe’s triumph in the Rugby Africa Cup is a monumental achievement that deserves widespread recognition and celebration. The Zimbabwe Rugby Union’s meticulous planning and strategic approach have been instrumental in this success, and their blueprint should serve as a model for other sports disciplines to emulate. The Sables’ victory is a testament…
THE news that the country is now cholera-free after an 18-month spell that claimed nearly 1 000 lives, should inspire the relevant authorities to come up with measures that curb future outbreaks. It is important, however, to emphasise the fact that the end of the cholera outbreak should not be allowed to bring about a…
THE recent price increases of basic goods in the country, in both United States dollars and local currency (ZiG), have sparked a heated debate between retailers and manufacturers. Retailers blame manufacturers for the price hikes, while manufacturers attribute the increase in production costs to the unavailability of foreign currency from banks. This has resulted in…
THE Church’s call for peace before, during, and after the Sadc Summit in Harare next month is a timely and wise intervention. As Zimbabwe prepares to host this critical regional gathering, it is essential that all stakeholders prioritise peace and stability. The Church’s appeal to the opposition and activists to engage the government in constructive…
THE introduction of e-passports in Zimbabwe has been a resounding success, clearing a massive backlog of passport applications and eliminating corruption in the process. The new e-passport system has effectively cut off middlemen who previously exploited desperate citizens, and graft is no longer a hindrance to obtaining a passport. Speaking during the official opening of…
