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The United States has increased the maximum visa bond requirement to US$20 000 for eligible citizens from selected countries, including Zimbabwe, applying for business and tourist visas. The programme applies to applicants from designated countries who are otherwise eligible for B-1 business or B-2 tourist visas, with consular officers determining whether a bond is required […]
VICTORIA FALLS — Fastjet Zimbabwe has taken delivery of an Airbus A320 aircraft, marking a significant boost to the airline’s operational capacity ahead of the busy August–September travel period. The aircraft arrived at Victoria Falls International Airport on Saturday, where it was received with a ceremonial welcome attended by aviation stakeholders, tourism players, and government […]
VICTORIA FALLS, ZIMBABWE – Fastjet Zimbabwe has officially introduced an Airbus A320 aircraft into its fleet, in a development hailed by Government officials as a major boost to the country’s aviation and tourism sectors. The aircraft was welcomed during a ceremony held at Victoria Falls International Airport on August 2, 2026, attended by Government representatives, […]
VICTORIA FALLS — Voting in the Victoria Falls Municipality council by-elections across Wards 9, 10, and 11 got off to a smooth and peaceful start this morning, with a steady stream of residents turning out to cast their ballots. Field reports gathered between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM indicate a calm and orderly voting environment […]
The Zimbabwe Electoral Commission (ZEC) says all preparations have been completed for Saturday’s local authority by-elections in four wards across Victoria Falls and Mutare. Speaking during a media briefing in Victoria Falls, ZEC Commissioner Abigail Ambrose said the Commission has deployed all election materials and personnel, with a budget of ZiG 17 million allocated for […]
The United States Embassy yesterday commemorated 250 years of freedom, independence and democracy during a colourful celebration in Victoria Falls. The event brought together invited guests from different sectors to reflect on the long-standing relationship between the United States and Zimbabwe while celebrating the shared values of freedom, dialogue, innovation and opportunity. Speaking during the […]
US Ambassador Pamela Tremont has urged Zimbabwe to harness artificial intelligence, strengthen global partnerships and maintain economic reforms to unlock sustainable growth and attract more investment. Speaking at the American Chamber of Commerce in Zimbabwe’s AI and Cyber Conference, Ambassador Tremont said AI is transforming sectors including mining, agriculture, healthcare and finance, creating opportunities for […]
The Zimbabwe Parks and Wildlife Management Authority (ZimParks) has called on the public to stop the indiscriminate killing of snakes, emphasizing their critical role in maintaining ecological balance, protecting biodiversity and supporting agricultural productivity. In a statement issued to mark World Snake Day on July 16, ZimParks said snakes are an essential part of the […]
Victoria Falls has become the focal point of Africa’s efforts to strengthen civil registration and vital statistics systems as the Annual Expert Group Meeting for African Registrars General on Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (CRVS) got underway yesterday. The high-level gathering has brought together representatives from all 54 African Union member states to review progress […]
TIMB Urges Adoption of Drought-Tolerant Tobacco Varieties Ahead of Potential El Niño Season The Tobacco Industry and Marketing Board (TIMB) has called on dryland tobacco farmers to adopt drought-tolerant tobacco varieties as part of efforts to safeguard production against forecast below-normal rainfall and the potential impact of a super El Niño during the 2026/27 agricultural […]
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