Month: June 2025
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The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a statement in response to allegations of theft of rations by senior officers. The allegations were published in a local daily newspaper, with the story titled “ZRP Bosses Steal Rations: Juniors.” The ZRP says that Commissioner-General of Police is unaware of the allegations and is seeking to verify […]
A 39-year-old woman from Eswatini, Precious Luphoko, has been convicted by the Gwanda Magistrates’ Court for unlawfully entering and remaining in Zimbabwe without valid documentation. Luphoko was smuggled into the country through the Beitbridge border post by her boyfriend, believed to be a truck driver, who later abandoned her at the Collen Bawn bus terminus. […]
The government is formulating a national Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy to regulate the use of emerging technologies, with a strong focus on transparency, data privacy, and workforce upskilling. Minister of Information Communication Technology, Postal and Courier Services, Hon. Tatenda Mavetera, noted that the government has already enacted the Cyber and Data Protection Act and is […]
President Emmerson Mnangagwa is expected in Bulawayo tomorrow morning for an interface with councillors from the country’s 92 local authorities. The engagement will culminate in the launch of the Minimum Service Delivery Standard Framework at the Zimbabwe International Exhibition Centre. This marks the second time the President is meeting with local authorities, following the inaugural […]
Zimbabwe’s Online Border Management System (OBMS) is now fully operational, streamlining visa applications and immigration clearance through a digital platform. Launched in January by the Department of Immigration, the system modernises border processes by allowing travellers to apply for visas online and pass through electronic gates (e-gates) with minimal delays. The OBMS is currently active […]
Zimbabwe national cricket team head coach Justin Sammons says his players are fired up and ready to take on the challenge ahead as they gear up for a two-match Test series against South Africa. The Chevrons are currently in camp fine-tuning their preparations for the showdown with the newly crowned ICC World Test Champions, set […]
The 30th Regional Adjudication Committee meeting of the SADC Media Awards officially commenced in Harare yesterday, with Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information, Publicity, and Broadcasting Services, Nick Mangwana, officiating the ceremony. The meeting brought together adjudicators from all SADC member states, who participated virtually. In his opening remarks, Mr. Mangwana underscored the vital […]
The Nkayi Business Expo, held recently at Nkayi Business Centre, brought together entrepreneurs, government officials, and development partners to champion small business growth under the theme “Empowering SMEs for a Sustainable Future: Compliance, Innovation, and Integrity.” Giving his keynote address renowned businessman Mr Bothwel Mushanduri urged SMEs to formalise operations, embrace innovation, and uphold ethical […]
The ZIFA Appeals Committee has ruled in favour of Kwekwe Queens, awarding them three points and a 3–0 win over Herentals Queens in a disputed Women’s Premier Soccer League fixture originally set for April 26. The decision comes after Herentals Queens, the reigning league champions, were found guilty of multiple violations, including a last-minute venue […]
In a landmark transition for global sport, outgoing International Olympic Committee (IOC) President Thomas Bach officially handed over leadership to Kirsty Coventry, former Zimbabwean Sports Minister, during a ceremony in Lausanne, Switzerland. Bach, who led the IOC for 12 years, expressed deep gratitude to IOC members, athletes, National Olympic Committees (NOCs), International Federations, sponsors, and […]