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The World Food Programme (WFP) Zimbabwe has issued a warning to the public about a fake message circulating on social media, falsely offering digital cash assistance. The fraudulent message, designed to steal personal information and ID photos, is not from WFP Zimbabwe. The organization has urged people to exercise caution and avoid sharing sensitive details […]
Zimbabwe is set for an exceptional bumper harvest as crops flourish across all provinces, the Ministry of Agriculture reports. According to Permanent Secretary Professor Dr. Obert Jiri, over 65% of maize planted in December has reached the late vegetative stage, with early maize flowering and later crops showing robust growth. Traditional grains, soybeans, cotton, and […]
Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion Minister, Professor Mthuli Ncube, has revealed that new taxes introduced in the 2025 National Budget are targeted at strengthening Zimbabwe’s health sector. Speaking during an online engagement session on 16 January as part of the 2025 World Economic Forum discussions, Prof. Ncube said taxes such as the fast food […]
The Zimbabwe National Network of People Living with HIV (ZNNP+) has launched a Differentiated Service Delivery (DSD) model to improve access to HIV care by minimizing congestion at healthcare facilities and addressing stigma. ZNNP+ representative Addis Hlomani explained that the model alleviates stress for people living with HIV by reducing waiting times and introducing innovative […]
The National Railways of Zimbabwe (NRZ) has issued a warning about a fraudulent train driver course advertisement circulating on social media. The scam allegedly involves Tatenda Ruze, who asks applicants to submit their details via a Gmail account and make payments to an Ecocash number (+263782406319). NRZ has distanced itself from the scam, emphasizing that […]
Vice President Constantino Chiwenga has expressed deep sorrow following the death of former legislator and cabinet minister, Cde Chenhamo “Chen” Chakezha Chimutengwende, who passed away due to a kidney ailment. In a statement on behalf of President Emmerson Mnangagwa, Chiwenga offered condolences to the Chimutengwende family and the nation. He highlighted Cde Chimutengwende’s significant contributions […]
Chief Justice Luke Malaba has directed the Judicial Service Commission to provide legal training for traditional leaders to enhance their capacity in administering justice within their communities. The initiative seeks to ensure that traditional leaders, who handle judicial matters under customary law, are knowledgeable about legal processes and principles. This will enable them to resolve […]
The Ministry of Agriculture has distributed 880 state-of-the-art 5G tablets to Agricultural Extension Officers and Supervisors in Matabeleland North and South provinces as part of efforts to modernize Zimbabwe’s agricultural sector. Permanent Secretary Professor Dr. Obert Jiri said the initiative aims to enhance agricultural efficiency and productivity. The tablets will enable extension officers to access […]
Zimbabwe is set to re-sentence all death row inmates in a landmark move towards aligning its justice system with international human rights standards. Permanent Secretary for the Ministry of Justice, Mrs. Vimbai Nyemba, announced that these inmates will be eligible for retrial in the High Court, with alternative sentences such as life imprisonment considered. This […]
The Office of the President and Cabinet has announced the opening of registrations for the 2025/26 Presidential and National Scholarships. The deadline for applications is 31 January 2025. The scholarships aim to support academically gifted but disadvantaged students, particularly from rural areas across Zimbabwe. Undergraduate applicants must have at least 10 points and be under […]
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