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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 […]

The United States of America is set to exit the World Health Organization (WHO) following President Donald Trump’s signing of an executive order on Monday. The order directs the country to cease funding the UN health body and to withdraw as a member state. During the signing of several executive orders, Trump criticized the WHO, […]

Dynamos Football Club has appointed former midfielder Ronald “Gidiza” Sibanda as the new manager, a move announced in a statement by the team yesterday. Sibanda returns to the club after a successful playing stint from 1998 to 1999, replacing Harry Lusengo, son of board chairman Bernard Lusengo. The club highlighted Sibanda’s extensive experience as both […]

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 […]

Farmers in Matabeleland are turning to ultra-early maturity seed varieties to combat unpredictable rainfall, with 110 tonnes sold this season compared to just 5 tonnes of medium maturity seeds. Provincial Sales Representative and Agronomist, Mr. Ngonidzaishe Mativenga, attributed the shift to the seeds’ resilience in dry conditions and their quick harvest period of 70 to […]

The African Union (AU) has condemned the killing of South Sudanese nationals in Wad Madani. AU Chairperson Moussa Faki Mahamat called for an immediate halt to the killings, following South Sudan’s President Salva Kiir’s declaration of a state of emergency on 17 January. Mahamat expressed his condolences to the victims’ families, the South Sudanese government, […]

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 […]

TikTok is back online in the United States after a temporary blackout on Saturday night caused by a new law. The legislation prohibits American companies from hosting or supporting the Chinese-owned platform unless it is sold to a buyer from the U.S. or one of its allies. Speaking at the Historic Victory Rally on the […]


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