South African govt condemns Zuma over Gupta meeting in India
By Victor Fanuel PRETORIA — South Africa’s government has sharply criticised former president Jacob Zuma following his recent meeting with the Gupta family in India, accusing him of undermining the country’s foreign policy, criminal justice system and ongoing efforts to extradite the fugitive brothers to face corruption-related charges. Speaking during a media briefing on Friday, Minister […]
South Africa’s anti-migration protests morph into violence as thousands flee amid nationwide marches
By Victor Fanuel DURBAN, South Africa — Anti-immigrant protesters marched across South Africa on Tuesday to enforce a self-imposed deadline demanding that undocumented migrants leave the country, with demonstrations in several areas descending into violence, looting and clashes with police. Thousands of African foreign nationals had already fled the country ahead of the marches, fearing attacks after […]
Harare moves to deploy smart traffic lights to combat chronic gridlock
By Marshall Bwanya HARARE — City Parking is set to install 49 intelligent traffic management systems across Harare as part of a major initiative aimed at easing chronic traffic congestion in the capital. Traffic congestion has become one of Harare’s most persistent urban challenges, with motorists often spending long periods navigating gridlocked roads during peak […]
Senate backs constitutional amendment, paving way for Mnangagwa’s extended term
By Staff Reporter HARARE — Zimbabwe’s Senate on Wednesday passed the Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Bill, a controversial measure that extends presidential terms from five to seven years and potentially allows President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in office until 2030. The bill sailed through the upper house after 75 senators voted in favour, […]
Zimbabwe to mark first-ever International Paramedics Day with ambulance parade, emergency drills
By Staff Reporter HARARE — Zimbabwe will join the global community in commemorating International Paramedics Day for the first time on July 8, with an ambulance parade, live emergency response demonstrations and public first-aid training forming part of nationwide celebrations in Harare. The commemorations, being coordinated by Health and Safety Solutions (HSS), will be held at Town House […]
Zimbabwe slams ex-Botswana leader Khama over ‘power-hungry’ Mnangagwa remarks
By Victor Fanuel HARARE — The Zimbabwean government has lashed out at former Botswana president Ian Khama after he described President Emmerson Mnangagwa as “power hungry” amid growing controversy over Zanu PF’s push to amend the Constitution and potentially extend his stay in office until 2030. Khama made the remarks on social media while arguing that […]
Gray Homes faces fresh scandal over unbuilt house, unpaid US10K refund
By Staff Reporter HARARE — Controversial construction firm Gray Homes Construction is facing fresh allegations after reportedly failing to build a house for a Harare couple and allegedly failing to refund US$10,760 despite signing a settlement agreement acknowledging the debt. According to documents seen by newshour, the couple entered into an agreement with the company for […]
Zimbabwe envoy to Mozambique Victor Matemadanda dies
By Victor Fanuel HARARE — Zimbabwe’s Ambassador to Mozambique and Eswatini, Victor Matemadanda, has died at the age of 66, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade announced on Sunday. The ministry did not disclose the cause of death. In a statement, the ministry said: “The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Trade mourns the […]
Harare mayor Mafume demands probe after three die in Budiriro pit
By Staff Reporter HARARE — Harare Mayor Jacob Mafume has ordered an immediate investigation into the deaths of three people who drowned in a waterlogged excavation pit at a sewer works site in Budiriro, demanding a comprehensive report within hours, the City of Harare said on Monday. The tragedy unfolded during a search operation for […]
High Court dismisses Musarara’s urgent bid against grain import levies
By Staff Reporter HARARE —The High Court has struck off the urgent roll an application by the Grain Millers Association of Zimbabwe (GMAZ), led by chairman Tafadzwa Musarara, seeking to halt the Government’s grain import levy framework, in a ruling that clears the way for authorities to continue implementing the policy aimed at protecting local […]