Month: December 2024
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Zimbabwe Passengers Association (ZPA) has expressed concern over the recent hike in bus fares, citing that it is unfair to increase prices during the festive season. ZPA General Secretary Paul Makiwa stated that the sudden increase in bus fares without notifiying the public has caused difficulties for passengers when travelling. Makiwa stated that some routes […]
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has reported a concerning increase in road traffic fatalities during the 2024 festive season, despite a slight decrease in the overall number of accidents. According to a statement released yesterday, 401 lives were tragically lost in road accidents between December 15th and 26th, marking a grim increase from the 393 […]
A series of earthquakes has struck Kariba and its surrounding areas, with the most recent occurring on December 23, 2024, registering a magnitude of 4.9. According to the Zambezi River Authority, the epicenter of the quake was located approximately 19 kilometers from Kariba Dam, within the Kariba reservoir. Since December 1, 2024, six other earthquakes […]
Lake Chivero’s recent wildlife and fish deaths sparked concerns, with social media speculating cyanide poisoning. However, Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZIMParks) investigations, assisted by the University of Zimbabwe and Veterinary Unit, revealed cyanobacteria as the actual cause. Cyanobacteria, a toxic algae, thrives in polluted water, pointing to Lake Chivero’s contamination issues. Raw sewage […]
The Ministry of Industry and Commerce has called on Business Membership Organizations, development partners, the private sector, development agencies, and consumers to support the Inter-Ministerial Taskforce on Business Malpractice in its efforts to combat counterfeiting and smuggling. In a statement, the Ministry emphasized the importance of addressing these issues to foster a more orderly business […]
Victoria Falls Safari Lodge welcomed hundreds of community members yesterday, including children and adults, to its annual Carols by Candlelight. The evening’s theme centered around giving back, with donations benefiting the Victoria Falls Anti-Poaching Unit (VFAPU) The lodge’s lush gardens twinkled with ferry lights setting the tone for a magical night. Father Christmas made a […]
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) is investigating a suspected murder case involving a 26-year-old man, Vusumuzi Hlabangani, from Esigodini. His body was discovered along the Bulawayo-Beitbridge railway line near the Esigodini Vegetable Market on December 19, 2024. According to a post on their official X page, the ZRP suspects that Hlabangani was murdered before being […]
The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands is inviting photographers worldwide to participate in an exhibition titled “Celebrating Ramsar Sites: A Visual Journey through Wetlands” in Victoria Falls. Photographers are encouraged to capture the beauty and ecological significance of Ramsar Sites, promoting a greater appreciation for the role wetlands play in maintaining the health of our planet. […]
Frelimo party candidate Daniel Chapo has been declared Mozambique’s next president after winning the contested October elections. The Constitutional Council officially announced Chapo as the victor with 65.17% of the vote, revising the initial post-election figure of 70%. The Council also confirmed that Venâncio Mondlane, leader of the main opposition party, secured 24.19% of the […]
The National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) Board, management, and staff, alongside the Zimbabwe National Road Administration (ZINARA), have joined President Emmerson Mnangagwa and the people of Zimbabwe in celebrating the 37th anniversary of Unity Day. Unity Day marks a significant milestone in Zimbabwe’s journey towards peace, democracy, development, and national cohesion. In a statement, the […]
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