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The Meteorological Services Department (MSD) has forecasted cloudy and warm conditions with scattered thunderstorms for Monday and Tuesday, January 14, 2025. On Monday, much of Zimbabwe is expected to experience partly cloudy and warm conditions, with scattered thunderstorms. Heavy rainfall is likely in Matabeleland South, Midlands, Masvingo, and the southern part of Manicaland. The southern […]
The National Social Security Authority (NSSA) has called on employers and employees to prioritize workplace safety after a fatal crane accident at the Trabablas Interchange project site in Harare on 7 January 2025. The accident claimed the life of one worker and left others injured. NSSA, which derives its occupational safety and health mandate from […]
Community psychologist Dr. Mthokozisi Moyo has called on A-level students and their parents to prioritize career guidance as they prepare to transition to university. The appeal comes in the wake of the release of A-level results, with many students now considering their next steps. Dr. Moyo emphasized the importance of informed decision-making when selecting undergraduate […]
Female students achieved a remarkable feat in the 2024 Zimbabwe Schools Examination Council (ZIMSEC) Advanced Level exams, outperforming their male counterparts by a significant margin. The overall pass rate was 94.58%, a slight decrease from the previous year. However, female students secured an impressive pass rate of 95.94%, compared to 92.05% for males, representing a […]
The Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has issued a stern warning to motorists to adhere to all traffic laws, emphasizing that the ongoing crackdown on “No Mshikashika, Pirate Taxis and Lawlessness on the Roads” will continue. The operation targets drivers who endanger other road users by causing congestion, illegally picking up and dropping off passengers, creating […]
The Agricultural Marketing Authority (AMA) has officially implemented the Livestock Development Levy in accordance with Statutory Instrument 129 of 2017. This levy aims to ensure that all individuals and businesses involved in the production of chicks, raw milk procurement, and beef cattle slaughtering contribute to the sustainable growth of the livestock sector. The government recognizes […]
Investigations by the Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) have revealed that the deaths of 19 hippos in the Mid-Zambezi Region were caused by malnutrition, rather than anthrax as initially suspected. In a recent statement, ZimParks Spokesperson Mr. Tinashe Farawo noted that about 50% of the hippo population in the area shows visible signs […]
As students prepare for tertiary education, Education Expert Dr. Themba Nyoni has urged them to define their career goals to make informed choices. In an interview, Dr. Nyoni highlighted the importance of Ordinary and Advanced Level students understanding their desired professions, the required subjects, and the expectations of those careers. He said this helps students […]
The Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education (MoPSE) has taken a significant step to improve school oversight and management by officially handing over 15 brand-new Isuzu double cab vehicles to district school inspectors nationwide. Speaking during the handover, Permanent Secretary for Primary and Secondary Education, Moses Mhike, emphasized that the vehicles are part of broader […]
His Excellency President Dr. Emmerson Mnangagwa has appointed Mr. Elesh Patel as the Special Presidential Investment Advisor for Bangladesh, Thailand, and Vietnam. This significant appointment was announced at a ceremony hosted by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Hon. Prof. Dr. Amon Murwira, at the Munhumutapa Offices. As the Special Presidential Investment Advisor, […]
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