Chivayo claps back at Coltart over ZITF presidential entourage criticism
By Victor Fanuel BULAWAYO — Controversial business mogul Wicknell Chivayo has sharply responded to Bulawayo mayor David Coltart after the opposition politician criticised his appearance alongside President Emmerson Mnangagwa and visiting Botswana President Duma Boko during a tour of exhibition stands at the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) in Bulawayo last week. Coltart, a Citizens Coalition […]
Zanu PF Youth League slams US$3.6 million Chivayo donation to MPs
By Victor Fanuel HARARE — The Zanu PF Youth League, led by Deputy Secretary for Youth Affairs John Paradza, has issued a rare and pointed rebuke against a proposed US$3.6 million donation by controversial businessman Wicknell Chivayo to Members of Parliament. In a strongly worded statement issued on Monday, the youth league warned that the gesture […]
ZINASU raid sparks legality concerns as Union leader Masaraure questions due process
Student leader Liberty Hamauswa was targeted by unknown assailants during a Wednesday raid on the ZINASU offices.
Student leader Sitima arrested, jointly charged with Mhuka
By Staff Reporter HARARE — Student leader Emmanuel Sitima was arrested on Tuesday and has been jointly charged with fellow activist Takunda Mhuka on allegations of malicious damage to property involving goods reportedly valued at US$10. Sitima is currently being held at the Zimbabwe Republic Police’s Law and Order section in Harare and is expected to […]
Five Avenue police accused of ‘policing’ business dispute, ZICC to Investigate
By Staff Reporter HARARE — A simmering shareholding dispute over Harare’s popular Cosmopolitan Restaurant and Bar has taken a new turn after the Independent Complaints Commission (ICC) was asked to investigate allegations that the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP) has been dragged into a private business fallout. The conflict involves business partners Wenjing Cao, also known as […]
Watch — Air Marshal (Rtd) Henry Muchena Speaks Out on CAB3
By Staff Reporter HARARE — Retired Air Marshal Henry Muchena has delivered a candid critique of Constitutional Amendment Bill No. 3 (CAB3), raising concerns about its potential impact on governance and the country’s democratic trajectory. In an exclusive interview with Ignite Media, Muchena expressed unease over the proposed constitutional changes, adding his voice to a growing […]
NetOne, ZTA seal digital pact to drive tourism growth and investment
By Staff Reporter HARARE — NetOne, one of the country’s leading telecommunications firms, and the Zimbabwe Tourism Authority (ZTA) on Wednesday signed a long-term strategic partnership agreement aimed at driving growth at the intersection of technology, tourism, and investment. The collaboration, officiated by ZTA chief executive Dr George Manyaya and NetOne general manager Joseph Machiva, representing […]
NetOne backs President’s Cup 2026 in push for sports driven development
By Staff Reporter HARARE— State-owned telecommunications firm NetOne has reaffirmed its support for the 2026 President’s Cup, positioning the tournament as a strategic platform for advancing national development, unity and youth empowerment. The President’s Cup 2026 is scheduled to bring together professional, amateur and junior players, with the professional tournament set for 14 to 16 April, […]
Supreme Court strikes out Marondera council appeal in Elmswood Farm dispute
By Staff Reporter MARONDERA — THE Supreme Court of Zimbabwe has dismissed an appeal filed by the Municipality of Marondera against a High Court judgment granted in favour of property development firm Swandev (Pvt) Ltd, bringing to a close a long-running dispute over the ownership of Elmswood Farm. The High Court had previously ruled that the […]
Mangwana fires back at Chinese over mineral policy row
By Victor Fanuel HARARE — Information ministry permanent secretary Nick Mangwana has defended the government’s decision to tighten control over mineral exports. Mangwana’s response was widely interpreted as a reply to remarks by the Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Zimbabwe, which critics say were a veiled warning to boycott investment following new […]