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The Gwanda Magistrates’ Court has sentenced Evelyn Nkomo, 34, and Rasper Nkomo, 26, to two years in prison for illegal gold prospecting along the Njeni River in Lupane. They were arrested on June 4, 2025, during a routine police patrol while using makeshift mining equipment without a valid prospecting license. The pair failed to produce […]
In partnership with the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID), the government has launched the Horticulture Enterprise Enhancement Project (HEEP), a $65.5 million initiative aimed at empowering 50,000 smallholder farmers nationwide. Deputy Minister of Lands, Agriculture, Fisheries, Water and Rural Development, Hon. Vangelis Haritatos, said HEEP will […]
The Minister of Energy and Power Development, Hon. July Moyo, has announced plans to build a pipeline to transport refined petroleum from Zimbabwe to Zambia. The project aims to utilize Zimbabwe’s existing oil and gas storage facilities while reducing the number of fuel tankers on the roads. Hon. Moyo explained that the pipeline will protect […]
Harare, Zimbabwe – Lord Collins, Minister for Africa, Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, today marked a significant step in UK-Zimbabwe relations during his first official visit to the country in seven years. Speaking at a King’s Birthday Party, Lord Collins emphasized a renewed partnership rooted in equality, respect, and mutual benefit, moving past “deep historical […]
This morning, State House in Harare played host to an important diplomatic engagement as the UK Minister for Africa, the Lord Collins of Highbury, paid a courtesy call on His Excellency President Emmerson Mnangagwa. This visit marks a significant moment in the ongoing dialogue between Zimbabwe and the United Kingdom, underscoring the importance of collaborative […]
ZIFA President Nqobile Magwizi has addressed the recent suspension of football referees due to poor officiating, emphasizing the association’s commitment to transparency and a phased approach to improving standards. Speaking on the matter, Magwizi stated that transparency in all ZIFA’s dealings is crucial for building a strong institution and fostering confidence among all stakeholders. ZIFA […]
The government has announced plans to ban the export of lithium concentrates beginning January 2027, a strategic move aimed at promoting local beneficiation and unlocking greater value within Zimbabwe’s lithium mining sector. The announcement was made by the Minister of Mines and Mining Development, Hon. Winston Chitando, who said the policy shift is part of […]
The 2025 cotton marketing season officially opened on 9 June, with the government introducing a new pricing model aimed at incentivizing farmers and boosting national agricultural productivity. Speaking during a recent post-Cabinet briefing by the Minister of Information, Publicity and Broadcasting Services, Dr. Jenfan Muswere, the updated payment structure will see farmers receiving their seed […]
27-year-old Arnold Ncube, from Thatsilikiti Village in Beitbridge, has been sentenced to 10 months in prison for stealing three donkeys valued at US$300 from a local villager. The Beitbridge Magistrates’ Court found Ncube guilty of unlawfully taking the animals from 67-year-old Dowelani Mulaudzi of Masumpa Village in April 2025. He later sold the donkeys in […]
Businessman Wicknell Chivhayo has pledged a $1 million sponsorship to Highlanders FC for the upcoming year, beginning with an initial $250,000 cash injection to support administrative operations. In a Facebook post, Chivhayo announced the appointment of Jabulani Nkomo as curator to ensure proper allocation of the funds, with a focus on player welfare and operational […]
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