“THE Last Days of the Ndebele Kingdom” is a historical novel written by Godknows John Zvekare, which I would qualify as “faction”, facts and fiction woven together to reveal what the author presents as an objective version of Ndebele history. One of the novel’s editors, Tsevetana Dhliwayo, refers to it as an “epic historical saga.”…
Tapiwa ChirumeSTAFF WRITER POLICE have warned armed robbery syndicates that they will face the full force of the law if they confront officers, following a shoot-out involving a wanted robbery suspect in Chitungwiza.National police spokesperson Paul Nyathi yesterday said the police were intensifying the fight against armed robberies across the country and warned criminals against…
Hazel Marimbizain Bulawayo GOVERNMENT is pushing for reforms to public procurement systems to enable Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), women, youth and cooperatives to secure a greater share of government business.Speaking at the 5th Annual Public Procurement Conference at Elephant Hills Resort in Victoria Falls yesterday, the minister of Women Affairs, Monica Mutsvangwa, said…
WEDNESDAY’S cabinet initiative to formalise informal trading in Harare and across the nation marks a watershed moment in our urban governance. With the rollout of 100 serviced trading sites, a modern peripheral satellite market, a dedicated Vendors Council, and a 60-day one-stop formalisation drive, the state is finally charting a sustainable path forward. These sweeping…
Cloud Fusire SENIOR SPORTS WRITER THE relegation battle and title race will take centre stage as the Castle Lager Premier Soccer League returns this weekend following a two-week break, with at least seven teams seeking to enhance their chances of surviving the chop. With the title race now effectively a two-horse race between defending champions…
Anesu Mirisawu, Ashley Moyo SENIOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITERS ENERGETIC Zimdancehall chanter Jah Signal is set to mark his birthday with a star-studded line-up of musicians and entertainers at Club Porcupine in Pisa Pisa, Ziko, Chitungwiza tomorrow. The Jah Signal Birthday Bash brings together a wide range of artistes, with Kinnah, Dadza D, Hwindi President, Silent Killer,…
TAPIWA CHIRUME GOVERNMENT has introduced new operating hours for legitimate vendors, banning vending in central business districts after 6pm and in residential areas after 8pm, to restore order and cleanliness across the country. The new operating hours apply to all 92 local authorities across the country, with vending in central business districts restricted to between…
Tapiwa Chirume LAW enforcement agents have reiterated that citizens face full legal prosecution if they are found engaging in same-sex acts or promoting homosexuality in the country. So warned national police spokesperson, Paul Nyathi, who also revealed last night that some of the cases of sexual abuse that authorities had dealt with in recent years…
Staff water in BULAWAYO BRITISH breast cancer specialists have teamed up with local medical professionals to deliver a surgical masterclass here — expanding the country’s capacity to diagnose and treat complex cases. The clinical practicum, which is being held at United Bulawayo Hospitals (UBH), is focusing on practical training in advanced cancer care. Speaking to…
Brandon Josphat POLITICAL EDITOR AUTHORITIES are stepping up efforts to revive Zimbabwe’s rail network, as the government seeks to ease pressure on roads and unlock economic growth through the refurbishment of 100 wagons and three locomotives under a US$2,8 million partnership. Speaking during commissioning of locomotives and wagons refurbished under a public-private partnership between National…
