Journalist Blessed Mhlanga granted bail after two-month detention
By Victor Fanuel Harare – The High Court on Tuesday granted journalist Blessed Mhlanga bail, ending his two-month pre-trial detention. Mhlanga, a reporter with HStv, was ordered to post $500 bail by Justice Gibson Mandaza, who ruled that the journalist was entitled to release pending trial. Justice Mandaza, after considering submissions from both the defense […]
Finance chief Guvamatanga linked to US$200 million corruption scandal
By Nehanda Radio Harare – George Guvamatanga, Permanent Secretary for Finance, Economic Development, and Investment Promotion, is at the centre of allegations involving over US$200 million in potentially irregular financial transactions, according to leaked documents and investigative reports. A leaked letter dated 24 March 2025 reveals that the Ministry of Finance, under Guvamatanga’s signature, provided […]
UK Supreme Court rules that legal definition of a woman is based on biological sex
By BBC UK – Judges at the UK Supreme Court have unanimously ruled that a woman is defined by biological sex under equalities law. It marks the culmination of a long-running legal battle which could have major implications for how sex-based rights apply across Scotland, England and Wales. The court sided with campaign group For […]
Brave Real Star guards foil robbery, rewarded
By Staff Reporter Harare —Two courageous Real Star Security guards were commended and rewarded by their employer for thwarting a brazen armed robbery involving eight assailants at a Petrotrade service station in Mabvuku last week. The incident, which occurred shortly after 1 a.m. on Thursday, culminated in a fierce exchange of gunfire before the assailants […]
Mazowe police officer struck and killed by vehicle while walking home
By Staff Reporter Mazowe – Constable Amanda Katanha of the Zimbabwe Republic Police (ZRP), stationed in Mazowe, died on Saturday, April 12, 2025, after being struck by a vehicle while walking home from duty. The incident occurred at approximately 6:40 PM along the Mazowe-Centenary Road. National police spokesperson Commissioner Paul Nyathi confirmed the details in […]
Trial set for Destiny Achiever College owned accused of defrauding students over US$4K
By Staff Reporter Harare– The Harare Magistrates Court has scheduled February 13 for the trial of Cynthia Gambiza, the proprietor of Destiny Achiever College, who faces seven charges of defrauding Ordinary Level students by misappropriating Cambridge examination fees exceeding US$4000. The complainant, Rachel Manhenga, alleges that Gambiza enrolled her daughter at Destiny Achiever College, located […]
Court sets Friday hearing on Magaya’s ZIFA election disqualification challenge
By Court Correspondent Harare – Yadah Stars owner, Walter Magaya’s challenge against disqualification from the Zimbabwe Football Association (ZIFA) presidential race is set to be heard at the High Court this Friday with the tycoon preacher also piling more pressure on the football mother body through a complaint filed with the Switzerland based Court of […]
Ncube dismisses claims of CCC support for Mnangagwa’s 2030 bid amid party turmoil.
By Takudzwa Changadeya Bulawayo – Citizens Coalition for Change (CCC) leader Welshman Ncube has dismissed rumors that his party’s MPs are backing President Emmerson Mnangagwa’s bid to extend his term to 2030. Social media reports have also suggested that both ruling ZANU PF and opposition MPs are pursuing an extension of their parliamentary terms to […]
Mutasa man takes off 2-year-old daughter’s diaper, rapes her
By Staff Reporter Mutasa – A 23-year-old man from Chief Mutasa’s area has been arrested for allegedly raping his 1-year, 10-month-old daughter. The suspect, who cannot be named to protect the victim’s identity, was caught by the toddler’s mother while dressing up after the incident. According to the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA), the alleged rape […]
High Court orders overhaul of Mbare flats amid dire living conditions
By Takudzwa Changadeya The High Court has ordered the City of Harare and various government ministries to urgently address the appalling living conditions in Mbare hostels. This ruling follows an application by residents who told the court that the responsible authorities had long forgotten their mandate and should be compelled to do their work. High […]
