THE United Nations and partners are rolling out a US$4.5 million programme to strengthen Zimbabwe’s response to gender-based violence.The initiative, called the “Sustaining the Gains” programme, is funded by the European Union and the Embassy of Switzerland.In a statement to mark International Women’s Day 2026 yesterday, the UN Resident and Humanitarian Coordinator in Zimbabwe, Edward…
Zimbabwe’s tourism industry is experiencing a remarkable transformation as it heads into 2026, positioning itself as one of the continent’s most dynamic and fastest‑growing travel destinations.The nation’s rise has been driven by a combination of strong visitor numbers, strategic marketing initiatives and meaningful policy reforms by the Zimbabwean government and tourism authorities. Official data shows…
LAWYER, politician and Internet celebrity of sorts, Fadzayi Mahere, is in a sticky situation after the High Court authorised the seizure of her movable and immovable property to recover more than US$33 000 that she owes following a judgment that went against her.The writ of execution, that was signed off by Chief Justice Luke Malaba…
An inventor’s request to have an order for the seizure of devices he claimed were manufactured using his designs was denied by the High Court.Justice Samuel Deme ruled that William Gwata, the inventor, failed to prove that the engineering drawings for a sadza cooking machine were his original work.Gwata had approached the court seeking confirmation…
THE High Court has ruled that a payment plan issued by Cottco to the workers’ union can be used as evidence in a US$432 000 claim.Justice Regis Dembure said a letter written by the company acknowledging liability was enforceable and admissible because it clearly acknowledged the company’s indebtedness.The Cotton Marketing Workers’ Union of Zimbabwe issued…
The Iranian warship Iris Dena was given permission by India to dock three days before it was torpedoed by a US submarine,…
G7 nations will hold an emergency meeting on Monday to discuss surging oil prices as crudejumped above $100 a barrel and stock…
The Beverly Hills home of pop superstar Rihanna has been hit by gunfire, police say. Officers from the Los Angeles Police Department…
BULAWAYO councillors have signed the Zimbabwe Anti-Corruption Commission (Zacc) integrity pledge, committing to transparency and ethical leadership in local governance.The signing took place on last week at the City Hall council chamber, where councillors appended their signatures to the Zacc pledge.The move follows earlier hesitancy from some councillors, who expressed concerns about committing to the…
TWO Greendale men appeared in court on Friday accused of masquerading as top Zanu PF officials to defraud a victim.James Bonde and Nomatter Chikuni appeared before Harare regional magistrate Noel Mupeyiwa who granted them US$150 bail each.The court heard that in 2025, the complainant was introduced to Chikuni by an intermediary, Prince Juma, while searching…

