Govt expands presidential fund to boost support for war veterans through housing, long term aid
By Staff Reporter Murewa, Mashonaland East – The Zimbabwean government has pledged to expand the Presidential War Veterans Fund (PWVF) to ensure sustained economic and social support for liberation fighters, reaffirming its commitment to their welfare. Dr. Paul Tungwarara, Advisor to President Mnangagwa, announced the plans during the launch of the Fund’s Mashonaland East provincial […]
Murewa war veterans celebrate housing, borehole, welfare fund launch
By Staff Reporter Harare – The usually serene Murewa district vibrated with excitement as a helicopter carrying Presidential Special Adviser to UAE Dr. Paul Tungwarara, touched down, marking a historic occasion for local war veterans. In a landmark event, war veterans in Murewa witnessed the launch of a comprehensive housing scheme, a borehole drilling project, […]
ZINARA announces it disbursed 88% of revenue to councils for road maintenance projects
By Staff Reporter Harare – The Zimbabwe National Road Administration (ZINARA), the agency responsible for collecting fuel levies, vehicle licensing, and toll fees on the country’s major highways, has announced that it disbursed ZWG 4.7 billion (approximately US$224.9 million) to local authorities in 2024 for road maintenance. This amount represents 88% of the total funds […]
Mnangagwa offers $US300K winning bonus to warriors ahead of crucial World Cup Qualifiers
By Staff Reporter Harare — President Emmerson Mnangagwa has pledged a US$150,000 bonus per victory for Zimbabwe’s national men’s football team, the Warriors, ahead of their FIFA World Cup qualifiers against Benin and Nigeria. If the Warriors secure victories in both matches against Benin on March 20 and Nigeria on March 25, the team will receive […]
Mnangagwa’s iconic scarf fetches $US300K to boost Youth Empowerment Fund
By Staff Reporter Harare – The signature scarf worn by President Emmerson Mnangagwa has been purchased for US$300,000, with the proceeds directed toward the Youth Empowerment Fund (YEF). This contribution increases the fund’s total from US$2 million to US$2.3 million. Presidential UAE Investment Adviser Dr. Paul Tungwarara speaking at the inaugural launch of YEF in […]
Govt, T10 Global Sports Partnership Spurs Green Energy Investment in Zimbabwe
By Staff Reporter Harare – A strategic partnership between the Zimbabwean government and T10 Global Sports, aimed at unlocking investment opportunities, has drawn significant interest from Dubai-based investors eager to construct a solar power plant in the country. The proposed solar facility is anticipated to create much-needed formal sector employment, bolster the government’s Presidential […]
Zanu PF Harare province leaders exposed in power consolidation plot to oust Mashayamombe ahead of elections
By Staff Reporter Harare – Zanu PF Harare’s provincial leadership, led by chairperson Godwills Masimbarembwa and his deputy Ephraim Fundukwa, is under fire for allegedly weaponizing party protocols to purge potential rivals ahead of the 2026 provincial elections. Critics accuse the duo of flouting procedural rules to consolidate power, sparking accusations of factionalism and procedural […]
Sanitary wear donation boosts’ girls education in Epworth amid lingering challenges
By Staff Reporter Harare — Over 165 female students at Muguta Secondary School received sanitary wear, stationery, and renewed hope during a donation drive organized by NGO School Run Shuttle and Epworth North MP Zivai Mhetu on Friday. The initiative aimed to combat period poverty, which forces many girls to miss school due to inadequate […]
Mnangagwa sacks provincial minister as Zanu PF factional brawls escalate
By Staff Reporter Harare – President Emmerson Mnangagwa has abruptly sacked Apollonia Munzverengwi, a relative of his deputy Constantino Chiwenga, from her post as Mashonaland East Minister of State for Provincial Affairs and Devolution. The dismissal, announced by Chief Secretary to the President Martin Rushwaya on Tuesday, offered no official explanation but has ignited speculation […]
There is a monster in the Harare Commission of Inquiry
By Marshall Bwanya Opinion – Two African proverbs are usefully relevant to the Maphios Cheda Commission of Inquiry into the affairs of the Harare City Council. The first, a Zimbabwean one, cautions against celebrating a witch hunter that will “catch your mother”. The other says that when a hyena wants to eat its children, it […]
