Lesotho partners with Geo Pomona Waste for sustainable waste solutions 

By Staff Reporter Masero, Lesotho – The government of Lesotho has engaged Geo Pomona Waste Management (Pvt) Ltd in a landmark initiative to establish an environmentally sustainable waste management system.   This partnership marks a pivotal step toward addressing Lesotho’s long standing waste management challenges.  Until now, the country has been exporting hazardous waste 500 kilometers […]

Cyber City construction back on track

By Staff Reporter Mt Hampden, Harare – The prestigious US$500 million Zim Cyber City project, which aims to bring Dubai-style infrastructure and luxury to Harare, is back on track, with the first 50 luxurious apartments scheduled for completion by March 2025.   The ambitious development will feature at least 600 units, including commercial offices, residential […]

Harare residents demand governance reforms address accountability crisis 

By Takudzwa Changadeya  Harare – The Combined Harare Residents Association (CHRA) has called for urgent governance reforms to address deep-rooted accountability challenges in local authorities.   The push for reform comes after Nelson Chamisa, former leader of the Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC), admitted that opposition parties struggle to control “corrupt” councillors who deviate from […]

Human rights defenders call for reforms amid surge in abuses

By Takudzwa Changadeya  Harare – Zimbabwe Lawyers for Human Rights (ZLHR) has raised alarm over escalating human rights abuses in the country, urging the government to take immediate action to curb the crackdown on dissent.   Speaking during the commemoration of Human Rights Day on Tuesday, ZLHR condemned the persistent harassment and persecution of human […]

US, UK sanction “Gold Mafia” Kingpin

By Staff Reporter Harare – The United States and the United Kingdom on Monday announced sanctions against Kamlesh Pattni, a key figure in the so-called “Gold Mafia,” along with dozens of businesses and individuals involved in a global gold smuggling and money laundering network based in Zimbabwe.   “Gold Mafia” was a four-part investigation by […]

Chitungwiza man charged with murder after allegedly killing intruder 

By Court Reporter Harare  – A 22-year-old man from Chitungwiza, who allegedly killed an intruder during a confrontation, has been charged with murder. Benson Macharangwanda appeared before a Harare magistrate on Monday, where he was remanded in custody pending a High Court indictment. The court heard that the incident occurred in the early hours of […]

Court delays ruling on Chere’s defence application to December 18

By Takudzwa Changadeya Harare – The Harare Magistrates’ Court has delayed ruling on a defence application involving Robson Chere, the Secretary General of the Amalgamated Rural Teachers Union of Zimbabwe (ARTUZ), and others accused of disorderly conduct. The decision has been postponed to December 18, as the State requested more time to respond.   ARTUZ […]

Chamisa stirs hornet’s nest dares Cheda Commission to summon Mnangagwa 

By Staff Reporter Harare – Former Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Nelson Chamisa has thrown down the gauntlet, challenging the Commission of Inquiry investigating the Harare City Council (HCC) to extend its summons to President Emmerson Mnangagwa himself.   Chamisa on Monday appeared before the Commission, chaired by Retired Justice Maphios Cheda, to address […]

Tagwirei’s runner Mlalazi elbows Winky D from HICC venue

By Arts Correspondent Harare – Winky D’s highly anticipated crossover show at the Harare International Conference Centre (HICC) on December 31, 2024, has been thrown into disarray after the venue was reportedly reassigned to another event.   Sources allege the move was orchestrated by gospel musician Everton Mlalazi for a private dinner and concert.  Mlalazi, […]

RCZ Seke East celebrates church construction 

By Staff Reporter Chitungwiza – Reformed Church in Zimbabwe (RCZ) Seke East congregation is set to celebrate a major milestone in the construction of their church building in Chitungwiza on Sunday. The congregation that is led by Reverend Joseph Zindoga and falls under the RCZ Rangano Huru Chitungwiza is in the process of constructing a […]