Chiwenga takes succession battle to the pulpit, delivers parable seen as swipe at Mnangagwa’s plan to extend stay in power
By Victor Fanuel HARARE — Vice President Constantino Chiwenga delivered what appeared on the surface to be a spiritual address at a Roman Catholic Church event in Murewa on Saturday. However, his choice of scripture carried unmistakable political resonance against the backdrop of President Emmerson Mnangagwa loyalists’ push to amend the constitution in ways that could […]
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 […]
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, […]
Catholic bishops warn over Constitutional Amendment No. 3, urge government to return to the people
By Staff Reporter HARARE — Zimbabwe’s Catholic bishops have issued a strongly worded pastoral message warning that the proposed Constitution of Zimbabwe Amendment (No. 3) Bill, 2026 could weaken democratic safeguards, concentrate power in the Executive, and undermine the will of citizens. Debate is intensifying over the reforms, which, if passed, will extend the current administration’s […]
Rudland sues ZBC over protest funding claims linked to earlier coup plot story
By Staff Reporter HARARE – Zimbabwean businessman Simon Rudland has threatened legal action against the Zimbabwe Broadcasting Corporation (ZBC) over a report alleging he financed protests aimed at overthrowing President Emmerson Mnangagwa, accusations that stem from claims first published by the state broadcaster earlier this month. Lawyers representing Rudland have issued an urgent demand for the withdrawal […]
NetOne rolls Mega National Clean-Up campaign across six provinces
By Staff Reporter HARARE — NetOne has launched a Mega National Clean-Up campaign across six provinces, reinforcing its role in Zimbabwe’s monthly sanitation programme and its commitment to environmental stewardship and community wellbeing. The telecommunications firm has decentralised the First Friday National Clean-Up Programme through this ongoing initiative to promote environmental preservation. NetOne’s campaign was […]
“Elections make life harder for ordinary Zimbabweans,” PUP leader says
By Blessing Farai Chipare Herbert Chamuka, leader of the People’s Union Party (PUP), has said that elections do not benefit the average Zimbabwean, but instead make life even harder. Speaking at a press conference in Harare on Wednesday, Chamuka argued that elections have failed to bring meaningful change for ordinary citizens, pointing to persistent economic […]
US to halt health aid programmes after Mnangagwa rejects $367m deal
By Staff Reporter HARARE — The United States has announced it will begin winding down its health assistance to Zimbabwe after President Emmerson Mnangagwa withdrew from negotiations over a proposed bilateral health agreement. The decision places an estimated 1.2 million people receiving HIV treatment at immediate risk unless the Zimbabwean government intervenes to close the funding […]
Free Zimbabwe Congress Opposition Party Slams Proposed Constitutional Amendment
By Staff Reporter Harare – The Free Zimbabwe Congress (FZC) has strongly condemned a proposed constitutional amendment that would allow President Emmerson Mnangagwa to remain in office until 2030 without seeking a fresh popular mandate. Opposition party leader and president Joseph Makamba Busha said the move reflects a long-standing disregard for democratic principles by the ruling […]
Chiwenga skips Politburo meeting as succession battle sharpens inside Zanu PF
By Victor Fanuel HARARE — Vice President Constantino Chiwenga this week skipped a Zanu PF Politburo seminar, opting instead to attend the funeral of a former ZIPRA liberation fighter. This development has fuelled speculation about intensifying factional tensions within the ruling party amid controversial constitutional reforms. Chiwenga’s absence comes at a sensitive moment, following Cabinet’s approval […]